HOT TOPIC Our experts answer your questions DARLING BUDS Meet the expert: Lisa Darban is the founder of Lisa Darban Bespoke Floristry based in Windsor. We’re planning a micro wedding in the new year, can you give us some ideas for wow-factor floral arrangements? Lisa says: The trend for micro weddings has taken off and is such a lovely way to celebrate a union. Having a small group of loved ones attending means that you can allocate your budget differently, investing in statement flowers because you’re saving in other areas. Beautiful floral arches, backdrops, and elaborate tablescapes provide the wow factor, and smaller touches like providing wearable flowers for each guest makes it personal. Classic white and pink blooms are always a good colour combination and take on a modern artistic twist when incorporated into a hanging installation for a ceremony or a canopy of blooms. Micro weddings can also make it easier to work without floral foam, which is a much more eco-friendly and sustainable practice. 07877 300 283 | www.facebook.com/LisaDarbanFloristry Meet the expert: Kate Parrott is the head florist at Hanako, a florist creating beautiful arrangements while protecting the planet based in Berkhamsted. Can you give us some ideas for sustainable flowers for our winter wedding? Kate says: We use our flowers to create a vision that moves past stereotypes and achieves something truly unique and bespoke that tells the couple’s personal love story. We focus on a colour palette that complements the season without drawing on the typical tones for this time of year. An ideal palette for winter stems from the blue spectrum drawing inspiration from details like the bridesmaids’ dresses. Using a variety of blooms adds a luxurious feel to arrangements. Deep reds paired with rich pinks and burgundy shades, alongside pops of apricot and cappuccino colours, introduce contemporary touches. 01442 967 949 | www.hanakoflowers.co.uk www.facebook.com/hanakoflowersuk Photography of Hanako courtesy of https://mbishopphotography.co.uk 58
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