In Retrospect: Inspiration Board

This retrospect inspiration board is based around a wedding, we at, Temecula Floral Studio had a great privilege in designing. It took place at Lake Oak Meadows a great outdoor venue in Temecula, California. We were so inspired by this couple, their style, and their theme. The wedding was enveloped in orchids - of all different origins, shapes, colors and textures. This California couple truly encompassed the organic design we were going for at this wedding.

The natural vibe and colors complimented the bride's [Christine] dress and personal style. Her bouquet was free formed and matched her grooms boutonnière, and had elements of the entire wedding included.

A brides bouquet, we believe is truly one of the stand out elements in a wedding, uniquely designed around the bride and her theme, it is an outward expression of her personality on her big day. [We always recommend, that even if you have constrictions in your decor/florist budget for your wedding day; it is well worth the cost to have a professional design you and your bridal parties flowers. We recommend this, because almost all of your pictures will be based around you, your bridal party and family, and for this reason, you want your personal flowers to be a beautiful feature alongside of you. ]

We decided to re-post this wedding and pictures for this weeks blogpost to hopefully inspire new couples, or anyone who is planning a wedding to incorporate natural colors, elements and features of nature into your wedding and theme. Butterflies, Birds, Branches, Etc. can be incorporated into all aspects of your wedding day, in your bouquet, centerpieces, cake and more.

If something inspires you don't be afraid to add it into your theme and make your event or wedding unique.

California Couple: [Long Beach Queen Mary] Ashley & Steve

Have you heard of the Queen Mary in Downtown Long Beach, California? We didn't know what to expect heading out to deliver and set up flowers for our wonderful bride. Boy were we surprised! Queen Mary is a historic landmark in California, a cruise ship restored into a hotel and permanently docked off Long Beach. The history on the Queen Mary is truly remarkable, and is related in time to the Titanic! However, this original cruise ship was used during the war from 1940-1946 and "carried a total of 765,429 military personnel. Sailed a total of 569,429 miles. Carried up to 15,000 troops at one time. Carried wounded returning to the United States. Transported Winston Churchill three times to conferences. Carried 12,886 G.I. brides and children.

The Queen Mary now hosts weddings and events and is used year round as a full service hotel and attraction.What an interesting venue to have a wedding!

This Bride and Groom [Ashley and Steve] were such a wonderful couple to work with and had a beautiful theme to their wedding. With white hydrangeas, calla lilies, and curly willow and a special request for chocolate cosmos, the beautiful background to their ceremony and Veranda Grill for their reception this wedding was a chocolate beach dream! The wedding was absolutely such a pleasure to be apart of and we as a florist could not have asked for a fun and vibrant bridal party!

There are so many amazing photos by Phoebe Joy Photography, we couldn't post them all, but we will be posting them on our Facebook page @ http://bit.ly/9eBg3q

Phoebe Joy Photography did an incredible job capturing the venue, city and wedding and we are so thrilled to have met her team!

Photography: Phoebe Joy Photography

Florist: Temecula Floral Studio

Venue: Queen Mary, Long Beach California

California Wedding, Temecula Wine Country : Nalanea and Javier

The Wedding
It is always so much fun to get creative, think out of the box, and discover new looks and decor for weddings. It is hard to believe that Lake Oak Meadows, is situated in heart of Temecula Valley Wine Country. With the lake, gardens, fire rings and horse and carriage this picturesque wedding venue provides a beautiful canvas for decor and flowers! This couple [Nalanea and Javier] are just too adorable for words, with a gorgeous vision, perfect weather and no detail overlooked; this calla lily, orchid and hydrangea inspired wedding turned into a stunning background for this beautiful couple.

The Details

At Temecula Floral Studio, we believe that a brides bouquet should be a direct reflection of her personal style with incorporated elements from the the overall theme of the wedding. [When you're looking for a florist it is so important to find one that fits your personality, understands who you are and the theme/feel you are trying to achieve with your wedding.]

Nalanea knew what style, colors and the 'look' she wanted for her bouquet to compliment her stunning gown and beauty. With white calla lilies to match her bridesmaids, mini calla lilies with purple centers to match her finance- soon to be husbands boutonnière, and orchids of all different origins, this bride's bouquet was a staple on the entire design!

17 Centerpieces of sprayed orchids and rose/hydrangea topiary balls on trumpet vases the variety was an amazing site to see at the reception. At the end of the isle, the arch piece atop the vintage iron arch, was filled with a variety of purple roses, tea leaves and greenery. When guests arrived they were greeted by a Manzanita tree at the sign in table and gift table, the tree was filled with purple orchids, crystals and glass votives with floating candles. Instead of just scattering the rose petals, or lining the sides, we did a great circle swirl down the isle.. really helped fit the unique style of this wedding! Last but not least, the maid of honor had a special purple orchid added to her calla lily bouquet to match the bride, after the her hard work, why not make her feel extra special!

Here are a few of our images of the beautiful couple and their wedding day!