12 Must-Know Tips for Choosing Your Bridal Gown

Recently engaged? If so, congratulations! What an exciting time it truly is! Finding that perfect dress is a top priority on what becomes a very large to-do list. 

My country wedding was on May 18th, 2019, and my gown was the perfect fit! The process couldn’t have been smoother. Here’s the scoop, ladies! 

My first and last stop for my wedding dress was Latter Day Bride, and what a prime experience it was. Their dress selection was outstanding, and their staff took exceptional care of me and ensured that I wasn’t taking extra unnecessary steps prior to my big day. Their beautiful dressing rooms, gigantic mirrors, flattering lighting and great step-up platforms were a huge plus. 

Here are the 12 tips you must know to make your experience a smooth one – from searching for your gown, to dancing the night away in it.  

  1. Venue First, Gown Second

The venue you book will determine your wedding date, and you must have the date booked to know your dress-selection timeline. Custom ordering a dress can take roughly four months, so it’s crucial that ordering your dress is your second step. Then, everything else falls into place! 

 

  1. Know Your Theme

Will your big day be romantic, vintage, garden party, rustic, bohemian, modern, whimsical, formal, beachy or something totally different? It will be far easier for you to know what type of dress you’re looking for if you have first selected the theme and vibe of your wedding. 

 

  1. Appointments are a must! 

You absolutely want a store assistant helping you to get in and out of all the dresses you’re trying on, and to help you get an idea of what each looks like with your true fit. To ensure you have an assistant’s help, you must book an appointment. Latter Day Bride has easy online booking, but keep in mind that Saturdays are very busy at most shops. 

  1. Bring Mom Along

No one in the world cares more about sharing this experience with you than she does, so invite her! Consider turning it into a lunch and dress shopping date. Good news- Latter Day Bride has comfy couches for mom to relax on while she waits for you. 

  1. Budget

Be prepared with your price point before going into your appointment. When it comes to the total budget you have for your wedding, keep in mind that your dress really is one of the most important details. Everyone that arrives that day will want to see how beautiful you look in that dress! Fortunately, Latter Day Bride has the perfect balance between beauty and price point, making them a perfect go-to. 

  1. Get Your Details

Once you find the dress, you can request to custom adjustments to create something that will be uniquely all your own! At Latter Day Bride, I tried on a dress where I loved the peek-a-boo sides, but the dress that I eventually picked didn’t have them. So, we incorporated a peek-a-boo back coming down from the straps! You can make your gown anything you want it to be- just ask!

  1. Custom Measurements: A Must

Make sure the store you’re browsing can do custom measurements. Once your dress finally gets to you, the last thing you want is a seamstress having to do a complete overhaul of “take this in here” and “shorten that there”. I got to rest easy knowing that Latter Day Bride sent my exact measurements with my dress order. 

  1. Dare to be Different

Want to add color pop with a sash? Don’t want to wear a veil? Want to rock cowgirl boots and a jean jacket with your dress like I did? Then go for it! It’s your big day and no one else’s. I took my cowgirl boots right into my dress appointment at Latter Day Bride and they were pleased that I was prepared! 

  1. Get to Know Your Bustle

While a dress train is lovely, it’s intended for the beauty of your ceremony. Trying to get around all evening with a dragging train is not ideal, especially when you’re dancing. If your dress doesn’t come with bustle hooks already on it, have your seamstress add one. You will want to show mom or your maid of honor ahead of time how to work the bustle, as there can be multiple hooks that are really tricky to find. 

  1. Bridal Photos: To Take or Not to Take? 

You will need to decide if you want photos of you in your gown on display at your wedding. There are going to be a lot of beautiful photos taken of just you on your wedding day, but some prefer to get one task out of the way beforehand! Keep in mind that if your groom isn’t seeing you before the ceremony, the photos of you in your dress can’t be placed out until your reception following the ceremony. Additionally, if you do bridal photos, remember that it’s likely you will need to get your dress cleaned before the big day. 

  1. On the Big Day… 

Eat something light before you change. Let mom be the one to help you get into your dress, as she has waited her whole life to be part of her daughter’s special day, so let her! Make sure your garter is snug- you don’t want it slipping throughout the evening. I purchased my garters (plural- one to keep and one to toss) from Latter Day Bride. 

  1. After the I Do’s 

Getting your gown cleaned is a must, and there are a few options of how to store it. You can have a dry cleaner preserve it into a pretty box. If you don’t wish to hang onto it, you can sell it, or you can take it to a wedding dress consignment shop where it could be rented again and again. Lastly, you can keep it easily hanging in a closet. The chances of your future daughter wearing it someday are slim, but what if you renew your vows someday!? It would be so exciting to wear it again! 

From engagement through post-wedding, there are a LOT of steps for choosing and handling your dress! Use these tips to make it easy on yourself.

I really enjoyed going through Latter Day Bride because not only did they make me feel special, but they made the process easy on me! 

Happy wedding planning! And remember, it’s YOUR big day!

Real Wedding: Summertime Soiree at Stein Eriksen Lodge

On a warm July day filled with sunshine, Erica Buie and Erik Adolfsson said their “I do’s” with the mountain flair that comes with Stein Eriksen Lodge weddings.

Photographs by Carla Boecklin

THE COUPLE

San Francisco Bay Area couple Erica Buie and Erik Adolfsson met on a blind date. Six years later, Erik proposed to Erica at her favorite winery in Napa Valley.

THE WEDDING

“We wanted a wedding away from the Bay Area, in a beautiful outdoor venue with moderate weather,” Erik explains. After considering other mountain or desert locations for their destination wedding, Erica and Erik selected Deer Valley. “Erica’s childhood connection to Deer Valley and our love of skiing made Stein’s the perfect choice,” Erik says. Erica’s parents celebrated their honeymoon at Stein Eriksen Lodge 34 years ago, so it was nice having that shared connection.”

THE MOOD

“Since most of our wedding guests traveled from out-of-town and many had never been to Utah, we wanted them to enjoy the natural beauty of Park City. With that being said, we put a lot of emphasis into the floral displays and greenery bringing the outdoors inside for the ceremony and reception,” Erica says.

“Our theme combined natural greenery with rustic and modern elements. The floral arch was a major centerpiece for the ceremony.” Lush boxwood stems made a creative solution as a stair-railing cover, and an oversized flower trellis hung over the dance floor. Guests enjoyed a donut station, a whiskey bar and cozy sitting areas in the ballroom.

THE CUISINE

“Erik’s father is from Sweden and my family is vegan, so we wanted to have food that catered to both sides,” the bride says. “Our favorite food was the lemon, blackberry and poppyseed vegan wedding cake. Most of our guests said it was the best cake they’d ever eaten, and they had no idea it was vegan.”

THE TUNES

The band No Limits brought the party to the dance floor after Erik and Erica danced to Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons hit “Can’t Take My Eyes off You.”

Vendors

Venue: Stein Eriksen Lodge  | @steinlodge

Planner and designer: Bluebird Event Destination Management | @

Florist: Decoration Inc.  | @decorationinc

Photographer: Carla Boecklin | @carlaboecklin

Videographer: Ryan Hinman | @ryanhinmanfilms

Officiant: Reverend Anita Gordon | @revanitagordon

Audio Visual: Wasatch Audio Visual | @wasatchav

Event Rentals: Vault Event Rentals; Tavolo Rentals | @vaulteventrentals; @tavolorental

Ceremony Music: Nylon and Steel, Greenlight Booking  | @greenlightbooking

Reception Entertainment: No Limits, Greenlight Booking

Rehearsal Dinner Venue: Stein Eriksen Residences | @steinresidences

Rehearsal Dinner Entertainment: Hush, Greenlight Booking

Transportation: Snow Country Limousine | @snowcountrylimo

White Party Presents: 2020 Wedding Trends

Nobody does white-hot wedding design like the Utah Wedding experts. At the annual White Party, hosted by Utah Bride and Groom magazine, Utah’s best bridal professionals bring their A-game to showcase the next trends in bridal design.

Get your Pinterest boards ready, for the 2020 wedding trends that our favorite event experts see on the horizon.

#1 Go for the Views

Whether your style is rustic, modern or classic fairytale, there’s no better way to impress every guest than with a monumental set of views. Snowpine Lodge, Alta’s newest addition, is the perfect fit. Classic mountain beauty meets chic design, and the location presents a breathtaking alpine backdrop, with mountain pine views galore. The venue offers over 30,000 square feet of flexible event space fit for any event, and across multiple areas of the lodge to keep your guests moving!

#2 Give the Groom Some Wiggle Room

We know, weddings are all about the bride. While most traditional wedding décor is focused on the feminine, we think the groom should get some say, as well. For the annual Utah Bride and Groom White Party,Men’s Wearhouse, Joseph A. Bank, and Tuxedo Junction provided a bachelor pad paradise in the form of a Groom’s Lounge. Roulette, cigars and shots: everything you need for a night with the boys. Don’t be afraid of infusing a little bit of masculine design and class into your big day – it’s a day for both of you, after all!

#3 Let the Florals Shine

Arches, garlands and bouquets galore, Fleur and Stems brought their best talent and ditched the traditional “table arrangements,” this year. Let your florals drive the design with lush garlands and cascading, asymmetrical installations for a taste of modern elegance in your décor. Teaming up with Hoopes Weddings & Events, the White Party dream team created an event packed with modern flair and rich red hues.

#4 Menus in Every Style

Steak and potatoes? So last year. Don’t let the traditional tie you down when it comes to the food. Snowpine Lodge’s catering team brought a new style to every bite: from polenta balls to Korean BBQ sliders and all the bruschetta variations in between, every nibble was a hit. Ruby Snap even married a sweet tooth with the burgundy vision in the event’s design with berry-infused cookies for dessert. There’s no rules for the menu in 2020- let your imagination run wild!

#5 Engage Your Guests

Step up your rental game and get something every guest can enjoy. Clementine Photo Booths kept our White Party guests entertained for hours with their genius slow motion video station. Pro tip: you can fit as many people in the frame as you want, if you create a Congo line! And for those who don’t want to wait in line (congo or otherwise), Clementine has a mobile Boomerang station, to capture the fun in every corner of your celebration. To send your guests off happy (and in style), commission a Retro Rentals trailer! At the White Party, they delivered desserts and gift bags to guests as they left the venue, but their trailers can also serve as mobile bars, photo booths, and more!

#6 Get Creative with Bridal Wear

Wearing white to a wedding is a classic bridal faux-pas, but what if the bride doesn’t, either? Chantel Lauren Designs had guests mesmerized all evening with their hand-painting performance art, creating a postcard-worthy sunset scene right on the back of a blushing bride.

Even if a whole tapestry isn’t your thing, colorful bridal wear is booming for 2020. And if the bride leaves ivory behind, who says the guests can’t pick it up? Our 2019 White Party guests prove that a sea of visions in white makes for a party packed with class.

#7 As Always: Hire the Experts

We may be the pros at presenting the “pretty” in weddings, but planning and executing that beauty is a realm entirely out of our league.

Tonya Hoopes and her event planning and floral teams executed the event of the year.

Hoopes Weddings and Events is all-in on creating the wedding of your dreams, from planning décor to travel arrangements. It may sound too fancy for your taste, but trust us, they are here to listen to your unique vision and bring all of your ideas to life exactly as they exist on your Pinterest boards! Not only are they the go-to for wedding logistics and design, they also have the hookups to all the other vendors. Their sister company Fleur and Stems (sound familiar) are imaginative as can be, and make every floral arrangement fabulous. Hoopes can direct you to all their favorite wedding pros.

Want to see a few of our favorites, who made White Party a reality? Scroll on for a list and links!

WHITE PARTY VENDORS

Venue: Snowpine Lodge | @snowpinelodge
Planning/Event Design: Hoopes Weddings & Events | @hoopesevents
Floral: Fleur & Stems | @fleurandstems
Photos: Pepper Nix Photographers | @peppernix
Photo Booth: Clementine Photo Booths | @clementinephotobooths
Rentals: Retro Rentals | @retrorentalsusa
Gown Painting: Chantel Lauren Designs | @chantellaurendesigns
Invitations: Tabula Rasa | @tabularasastationers
Diamonds: O.C. Tanner Jewelers | @octannerjewelers
MUA: Versa Artistry | @versaartistry 
MensWear: Tuxedo Junction | @tuxedojunction
Men’s Wearhouse | @menswearhouse

5 Things You Should Know: Natural vs Lab-Grown Diamonds

Diamonds are a girl’s best friend, as everyone knows, but what about those of the lab-grown variety? What about the man-made gem moissanite? What’s the difference? Our expert friends at Diamonds Direct are here to show you the scoop on natural vs. lab-grown stones. 

1. Price

Price is the first obvious difference between artificial gemstones and natural stones. Artificial diamonds have the ability to be competitively priced with natural diamonds because they are made in a lab, so you may be able to find one priced a bit lower than a true diamond. However, the makers of these lab-grown diamonds are able to make crazy high margins on their products because production costs have gone down year after year while the value of natural diamonds is actually increasing. 

Natural stones have to be mined, cut, and individually handled by experts, so their price is determined by their quality and rarity. Lab grown diamonds and other artificial stones like moissanite are not considered rare or precious because they can be created anytime in a lab. However, because they look like precious gems, retailers are able to sell them for around 1000% their actual value.

2. Future Value

One other thing to keep in mind is that artificial stones hold absolutely ZERO resale value. If a diamond is resold, it still holds value based on its quality and rarity. Rarity in diamonds goes up over time due to the fact that it takes billions of years for Mother Earth to develop one, so the value of your diamond will actually increase over time. So if you want to pass your jewelry down to your kids one day, they could get a pretty ring if it is manufactured, but it will only be worth something if it is made with a natural gem.

3. Ethics

Many people have been wary of natural diamonds after hearing about conflict diamonds (or blood diamonds) from years ago, and therefore have preferred to go with an artificial gem that stays away from that history. However, what a lot of people don’t know is that conflict diamonds have been nearly eradicated in the last 15-20 years thanks to the Kimberley Process. The Kimberley Process is a set of requirements that ensures that diamonds entering the diamond trade are all ethically sourced. It is actually now harder to find a natural diamond that was unethically obtained than it is to find diamonds that are ethically obtained.

4. Eco-Friendly

Lab grown diamonds love to claim being “eco-friendly,” but they are actually coming under fire for all the energy it takes to create the pressure and heat required to grow one. Did you know it takes almost double the energy to produce a lab-grown diamond than it does to harvest a natural one? Natural diamonds are created through intense heat and pressure over billions of years under the earth’s surface. In order to recreate this, scientists have had to create factories that can handle the imitation of this immense amount of energy. It is an incredible feat that they can do this, but if you’re eco-conscious, a natural stone may be a better fit for you. 

 

5. Appearance

Most people will assume at first glance that a lab-grown diamond or even a moissanite is a real diamond. The biggest difference between lab-grown diamonds and real diamonds is where they were made: a factory or Mother Earth. Moissanite, on the other hand, can be much easier to pick out. Moissanite is another artificially produced gem that was created to imitate the look of a diamond. While they do look beautiful, there are some clear differences between the two. 

The first characteristic that separates real diamonds from diamond imitations is called fire. The fire of a gemstone describes the myriad of colors within that gem. Natural diamonds have a full rainbow scale of color. Moissanite displays what is called “extreme fire,” which generally, when seen with the naked eye, looks visibly artificial. They also yellow over time, so you may want to plan on a replacement or two if you decide to take the moissanite route. 

 

 

 

Have more questions about real vs manufactured engagement bling? You can chat with the pros at Diamonds Direct here, for all of your diamond needs!

Taisha & Coby: Bridals in Provo’s Foothills

This beautiful couple photographed by Jessalyn Ethridge displays their everlasting love in the gorgeous foothills of Provo canyon. The shoot provides great wedding inspiration for the modern, nature-loving Utah bride.

Bride-to-be Taisha is a pure vision in her simple, demure gown from Fantasy Bridal. With a deep neckline and a veil worthy of a queen, she is a dream come true against the lush, green landscape’s of Utah’s iconic mountains.
And what is a “look” without a little sparkle on top? We are head over heels for the starburst of glitter adorning Taisha’s ears. Pair it all with a bouquet bursting with elegance and greenery, and you have the whole package.

From the Photographer:

“Taisha and Coby were a real bride and groom of mine, and we took the pictures in the foothills of Provo Canyon. I love this spot in particular because of the long green grass.”

“Unfortunately, it began raining a lot during our shoot, but the rain added to the uniqueness of the photos by giving them beautiful tones of green.”

“The bride and groom were two of my favorites to work with this wedding season. They are so selfless and kind to everyone, and their wedding was a blast. They were high school sweethearts and waited to see each other in their wedding attire until she walked down the isle, which is why they don’t have any pictures together. It is so special to me to be able to help wonderful couples like Taisha and Coby create what they envision for their wedding days.”

 

VENDORS:

Photographer: Jessalyn Ethridge |  @jessaephotographs

Models: Taisha + Coby Goudy 

Florals: Forget Me Not Floral | @forgetmenotflowersandgifts

Gown: Fantasy Bridal | @fantasybridalut

 

Chasing Daylight: Bridals at Antelope Island

With boho in mind, Kevyn Bruce ventured out to Antelope Island along with models, real-life husband and wife, McKenna and Alex Wood. The simplicity of the greenery and gown alongside the setting sun gave us the warm and fuzzies, thanks to Kevyn’s photography skills, but she gave us a little inside scoop on the reality, “Kenna and Alex were such troopers at this shoot, while it looks like a warm dessert, it was actually freezing once the sun started to go down.”

THE INSPO

Kevyn found inspiration for this shoot through the scenery and variety of landscapes seen all over Utah. The Antelope Island backdrop perfectly flattered  his Boho-inspired shoot, keeping its beauty even as the sun faded away.

THE DRESS

J Noelle Designs custom lace dress captured the effortless-bride-vibe for this shoot. Her custom designs give brides the ability to be unique on their wedding day without missing any detail. Boho-bonus: the hat!

THE BOUQUET

The simplicity of the eucalyptus bouquet did not distract from the scenery and more importantly, the couple! Using greenery instead of flowers is an inexpensive and natural look that can go with any style. We love how perfectly the green complimented the scenery at Antelope Island, which was captured beautifully  in all of the photos by Kevyn, keep scrolling for more!

VENDORS

Photography: Kevyn Bruce Photography | @kevynbrucephoto
Bouquet: Harper Florals | @harperflorals
Dress: J Noelle Design |  @jnoelle.design
Models: McKenna Wood and Alex Wood | @kenna.wo0d

Fairytale Wedding in Big Cottonwood Canyon

If your dream is to be fairest of them all on your big day, get ready for some major magic inspiration. A fairytale-worthy wedding like no other sparks from a team of visionary Utah vendors.

The Gown

Where the inspiration began. Betsy Barker of Betsy Couture told the team that she wanted to build a shoot around a “Scottish, medieval, royal and modern” gown, and the rest was history. Having just returned from Europe, where she romped around the castles, Barker was inspired to create a gown fit for a princess who would walk the halls of those old stone structures with power and confidence. And thus, her Juliette Gown was born!

 

With that oversized skirt, glittery tulle and a sumptuous sequin design and jaw-dropping sleeves, our wow-meter is off the charts! And that Amaroq Design crown? We are entirely smitten.

 

The Design

“This romantic shoot was definitely one that called for creativity,” says Brandon of M + B Events. “We were very excited to jump in and create something that had old world charm, but still felt like a modern day fairytale.”


Do you think they delivered? We vote one thousand yeses! Using vintage pieces and Scottish inspired accents, they designed a tablescape fit for Scottish royalty. With wild and bold floral accents by Ginger Fenton, candles, grape filled goblets and a mini picnic of bread and cheese, this incredible team were able to turn a large granite rock in the middle of the forest into a romantic and beautiful feast for two. 

“I used a deep blue eryngium thistle to represent a traditional Scottish thistle, and paired it with a mixture of beautiful garden roses,” explains Ginger Fenton, of Ginger Snap Flora.  “I added a creamy white Astilbe & Daucus carota commonly known as Queen Anne’s Lace for an airy softness. I always like to use a variety of greens to make things full and lush.” 

M + B Events went above and beyond to put together the ultimate glow-up for Big Cottonwood canyon, transforming a shadowy clearing into a beyond-magical “I Do” location, complete with traditional hand-fasting to up that fairytale vibe. 

Celebration to follow the vows are a must, and this team brought the class with a forest and fern inspired wedding cake created by Kristen Batt. Our Scottish Royal couple will later celebrate their reception with the custom invites, dinner menus and romantic quotes designed by the wonderful Katie Blakeley. All of this captured beautifully by the photography of Xan Craven. 

Travel deeper into the fairytale with more of this dream of a shoot: 

 

VENDORS

Photos: Xan Craven | @xanseye
Styling: M + B Events | @mandbevents
Gown: Betsy Couture | @betsycouture
HMUA: Janelle Ingram | @janelleingram
Paper: Katie Blakely | @katieblakelycreative
Crown: Amaroq Design | @amaroqdesign
Floral: Ginger Snap Flora | @gingersnapflora
Cake: Kristen Batt, My Sweet Fancy Cakes | @mysweetfancycakes
Models: Kyler Hodgson and Jillian Joy

Wedding Invitation Trends on the Horizon: Destination Weddings

Whether it’s Utah’s snow-capped slopes or red rock canyons, the state boasts a long-held reputation as the ultimate outdoors destination for adventure-folk from all corners of the globe. If your wedding is at one of Utah’s many epic destination venues, why not celebrate Utah’s beauty with gorgeous nature-packed stationary?

 

Thick cards with colorful borders by Smitten by Design at The Write Image deliver a mountain lodge vacation right to your guests’ mailbox. They can ski or ride right into a retro resort postcard from majestic snowy peaks of your ceremony location.

 Not a winter wedding? No problem. Lush botanical spreads have local flora of all shapes, sizes and heights sprouting right there on the page, showcasing Utah splendor before guests even arrive.


Looking for something a little different? See our collection of classically styled save-the-date inspiration! 

Desert Oasis: Southern Utah Landscapes

This beautiful, summer-ready session by Charity Rebekah Photography puts the beauty of love right up against the beauty of Utah’s most iconic backdrops, providing some incredible inspiration for the modern, outdoor-loving bride!

How lucky are we to have such beautiful photo backdrops like this available in Southern Utah, just a drive away? After adventuring around chasing sunlight on a bright morning earlier this year, photographer Charity Rebekah and her lovely couple of models, Ashlie + Jahren Makanoa, found this picture-perfect setting. Her goal was to welcome summer, and the combination of greenery and desert landscape did so perfectly! And even better than the jaw-dropping desert views are the visions of love from the happy couple – the Makanoas are quite obviously head over heels for each other. “This made them the perfect candidates for the shoot. At the same time they know how to have a good time and be silly! We laughed the whole day as we chased the sun, it was really such an amazing day.”

VENDORS:

Photographer: Charity Rebekah Photography | @charityrebekahphotography

Models: Ashlie + Jahren Makanoa |@ashliemakanoa @jboogie0

Hair & Makeup: Danielle Emett | @daniemett

Florals: Jocelyns Floral | @jocelynsfloral

Gown: Bell Tower Bridal | @belltowerbridal

Tie: My Tie Shop | @mytieshop

 

 

5 White Bouquets for Fresh Bridal Style

When it comes to fresh white florals on your big day, you may think that pale roses are your only option. While white buds rule tried and true, these Utah florists play mix-and-match to show you the endless possibilities when it comes to your bridal bouquet.

1. All-Frills with Allison Baddley

In a shoot for our 2019 print, Allison Baddley of La Fête Floral showcases atypical beauties like luminaria, astilbe, fuzzy grasses and skeleton fern to steal the show. Mix them all, for an all-frills handheld garden.

“This is a very seasonless look,” Baddley explains. “You can use most of these flowers any time of the year. Spring, winter or fall. they even work in the mid-summer when you’re wanting to cool off.”

2. Less Base, More Bloom by Lush Floral Company


Photos by Ashlyn French
When planning this stunner of a shoot, photographer Ashlyn French first found a location that screamed green. If you have a similarly-lush venue, this is the bouquet for you – the florist decided to pack the most petal-punch she could, to help the florals stand out against the greenery in the background.
 
An explosion of florals takes the cake from drab to simply fabulous. When paired with a classic gown and minimal makeup, this pleasantly-plump bouquet is the perfect cherry on top of a simple wedding, and the final touch to “making a bride feel super,” as French hopes.

3. Warm It Up, Darling Floral Co.

Photos by Cassandra Farley

With Utah being so cold and snowy this year, photographer Cassandra Farley wanted something that dripped with warmth, sunshine and joy. Luckily, florist Maddy Fairbourn of Darling Floral Co. had the perfect recipe: classic bridal blooms mixed with tropical favorites like antrhuriums, orchids, alstroemerias and sword ferns.

“When you think tropical, you might first jump to bright colors,” Fairbourn says. “But using all one color, especially white, makes [the bouquet] feel more modern and sophisticated.”

And we love clean, modern vibes coming from this arrangement! Take a page out of Fairbourn’s asymmetrical book for a bouquet that will dazzle both up close and from a distance, without sacrificing your clean color palette.

4. Perfect Pairings, by Campus Floral Provo

Photos by Cameron Dever

From “Here Comes the Bride” to “Almost Too Pretty to Eat,” Campus Floral nailed every detail of this sparkling Knot & Pine wedding. The bouquet, bursting with petals and greens alike, wows the senses and lets every guest know who the center of attention should be.

Meanwhile, dainty stems and fuzzy leaf friends adorn tables and treats, bringing even more rustic flair to the venue.

5. Timeless Neutrals by Rachael Ellen Events

Photos by Pepper Nix

When planning this wedding, the bride wanted to stray from any sort of theme or color palette. Planner and floral designer Rachael Affleck loved the challenge to create something timeless and classic while staying true to the bride’s personal chic aesthetic. Affleck shares the design process:

“We opted for a classic black, white and silver palette that allowed for the beauty of the mountains to stand out.”

“I can’t forget to mention the 22 hanging floral installations in their clear tent complete with orchids and roses. We opted for hanging pieces to allow the tables to be primarily covered in candles so the dinner would have an intimate glow to it. It was a lovely night for a wonderful couple.”

“As far as the design goes, my favorite element has to be the black cake with white sugar flowers. Cassidy of Flour & Flourish created the most impeccable white orchids, ranunculus, tulips and garden roses to adorn this classic cake with a modern twist. The black felt unexpected yet totally timeless, which I loved.”

Needing a few more bouquet ideas? Take a stroll through our Reader’s Choice bouquets! 

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