Q&A: What side should the buttonhole be on?

There are some questions we regularly get asked that I’ll start sharing on the blog, starting with the popular query ‘What side should the buttonhole be on?’
The men’s buttonholes should be on the left side- easy to remember as it is closest to the heart. It helps the flower stay looking it’s best all day as most people lean in to hug people from the right, the handkerchief should also be on this side.
To attach the buttonhole position it 10cm down from your left shoulder and pin from the underside of the lapel down through the stem and back out to keep the pin hidden and the flower secure. Alternatively if you have a wedding co-ordinator ask them to do it for all the groomsmen!
If you have a burning question you want answered let us know at info@sugarblossom.co.uk

Photo credit: SugarBlossom's own

Fresh Spring Flowers

What gorgeous weather we had this weekend, it certainly does feel like spring is on its way when the sun is out and the sky is blue. Here are some pretty photos of flowers we can look forward to very soon, the freshly picked and relaxed feel would be ideal for a spring time wedding...

All images from www.sia-homefashion.com

Timeless Beauty of Clay Flowers

Nella and Jonathan McCraw got married earlier this month in Edinburgh. Instead of classic fresh flowers Nella opted for clay flowers by Blossoms that look astonishingly lifelike and added a quirky touch to their wedding day. Wedding photographer John Carroll captured these great shots of Nella’s bouquet.

Debashri at Blossoms is an etsy seller who made all of the flowers in these photos. She creates the most beautiful clay flowers, crafted petal by petal.

Although looking incredibly delicate they are durable, yet feather-weight.With clay flowers you can have any flower you love, regardless of the season and keep them for a lifetime after your wedding day. They can even be scented with your favourite fragrances, designed to wear in your hair or have as your wedding cake topper.

Photo credits: 1, 2, 3 & 4- John Carroll (http://www.johncarrollphotography.com/) 5- Blossom & Blooms http://www.debashri.etsy.com/ / http://www.blossomsandblooms.blogspot.com/

Flower Flair on a Budget

We love flowers here at SugarBlossom and would never let a limited budget put us off- in fact we relish the challenge and enjoy thinking creatively with our clients to stimulate some amazing ideas. Obviously the easiest way to save money is to have fewer flowers or not opt for the fussier styles. Here are our top 3 tips for saving money on flowers:

1. Give flowers that may seem dull on first impressions a chance; for example carnations in a pomander ball look stunning
2. Buy seasonal flowers – over the year the cost of flowers fluctuates due to what’s in season and key events like Valentine’s Day and Mothers Day.
3. Give flowers more than one role! Move the ceremony flowers to your reception and pop the bridesmaids bouquets in vases or bouquet holders