Autumn Blooms – Embracing British Flowers All Year Round

I don’t know about you, but the thought of a cosy indoor wedding, with the fire lit and squishy velvet chairs, surrounded by gorgeous oranges and warm burgundies, fills me with joy. The days are growing shorter, the air is turning crisp, and it’s the perfect time of year to celebrate with pops of colour from a firework display to wow your guests.


But what if you had your heart set on British flowers?
It’s easy to assume the colourful petals and fragrant bouquets of British flowers are reserved for the spring and summer months, but with a little creativity and appreciation of the changing seasons, you can still use British flowers to create stunning arrangements in the autumn (and winter!) months.

In fact, dried flowers are enjoying their moment in the spotlight right now – they are all the rage so you’d be right on trend to include them. And, if you’re not sure about going all out with the dried look, you can add fresh blooms into the mix to give your floral designs a unique and fresher look. It is magical to make the most of British flowers in the fall.

Aside from making a stylish comeback, the longevity of dried flowers makes them perfect for this time of year – decorating with them is super easy as they can be put together far in advance and kept forever after your event. And, they are already preserved meaning you can cherish those special arrangements for year to come!

I preserve flowers in my studio in Bruton, Somerset, using a few different techniques – each one allowing the blooms beauty to continue to shine. If you have your heart set on a flower that won’t be in season for your wedding, then I can preserve those flowers ahead of time and use them in your bouquets!

An exciting trend blooming throughout the wedding world at the moment is the fusion of dried and fresh flowers. This blend offers an appealing contrast between the textures and colours of both types of blooms, resulting in a uniquely fresh look for your arrangements that are sure to stand out.

By embracing the enchanting beauty of dried British flowers you can bring a breath of fresh autumn air to your wedding! They’ll be unforgettable as their unique style will be sure to make you and your wedding stand out from the crowd. This approach allows you to enjoy the timeless charm of British flowers throughout the year.

In the Autumn, don’t limit yourself to thinking British flowers are exclusively for spring and summer, as incorporating dried and fresh blooms into your wedding can make it vibrant, colourful, and exciting! So go ahead and explore what your local florist or flower farmer has to offer and work with them to create some autumn magic.

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