Chicago Wedding & Party Resource 2017 Fall / Winter

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W W W . C H I C A G O W E D D I N G R E S O U R C E . C O M

F L O W E R S & D E C O R A T I O N S

Inexpensive flowers that compliment Dusty Miller include

White Anemone coronaria and white dahlias.

A LITTLE COLOR

If all white isn’t your thing, adding some color to the mix is

always a sure way to brighten things up. Winter weddings

are usually indoors. Keep the flowers bright. People are in

the mood to party.

Adding deep rich jewel tones of reds, purples and plums

creates a sophisticated and lush color palette. Whether you’re

looking for a classic holiday red, or to add deep rich tones

of burgundy, carnations are a go-to option for color and

texture.

FLOWERS WITH FRAGRANCE

Flowers aren’t all about looks. Incorporate florals that

appease your guests’ sense of smell. Use fragrant flowers

where guests will notice them the most, at the escort card

table, on the napkins, in the bouquets.

Daphne, wintersweet and honeysuckle will do the trick, as

well as rosemary trees, lemon cypress, holly and hydrangea

plants. These wintery scents will bring every wedding guest

cheer.

In addition to fragrance, texture ignites the sense too. Amaryllis, Christmas cactus and

paperwhites are non-traditional floral elements that give impressive texture.

MORE THAN FLOWERS

Nothing says winter like seasonal touches of pine and berries. Berries include cranberries,

pepper berry, hypericum berries and eucalyptus because there are so many varieties to

choose from.

Ornaments and pinecones also carry on the winter touch, as well as gilded gold or platinum

colored leaves throughout your décor. A great and simple napkin treatment is a gilded

magnolia leaf with an open rose.

When it comes to twigs, hold off. Pick monochromatic themes, unique designs, and

arrangements without twigs. Twigs are too overdone in fall.

VASES MATTER

Choosing vases that incorporate modern shapes and colors can add a unique flare. Metals

and sheen give an on-trend metallic look and blend perfectly with holiday floral colors. Or

consider vases made of glitter and heirloom brass.

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