www.instagram.com/foreverflowers_bysteph www.alternativeflorist.co.uk and www.karennashphotography.co.uk Getty Images www.flowersbyvaleriejayne.com “I specialise in flower preservation, and my most popular item by far is the hexagon blocks. These fit a wide range of flowers and create some beautiful reflections given their shape. Just as popular are the heart keyrings, which look so pretty with petals in them, and are a lovely little keepsake to give to friends and family. Neutral hues seem to have been more popular over summer, and I’m seeing a lot with added pampas grass which I love. I’d love to work with some colourful autumnal bouquets this season.” – Stephanie Peat from Forever Flowers by Steph. “Bouquets in 2023 won’t be a big as they have been to help keep costs down and to tie in with the idea of sustainability. Couples will add pops of colour using a variety of florals from that season. Sunflowers are always a big hit but I predict purples and blues will start to infiltrate floral designs in 2023. However, with all that said, your wedding day is yours and you should be creative with it. Don’t try and fit in a box, do what you want to do and celebrate your style!” – Jo from The Alternative Florist. “Colour wise there has been a lot of violet around this year thanks to Pantone’s colour of the year for 2022, but as we head into autumn and begin chatting to couples for next year, there’s an emergence of more earthy and rich, berry colours. Hunter Green is coming out a firm favourite, which I love. When it comes to venues, we’re seeing an investment in key pieces that will feature more heavily in photos.” – Valerie from Flowers by Valerie Jayne. CONTACT THE EXPERTS The Alternative Florist, www.alternativeflorist.co.uk Fleurs&Ink, www.fleursandink.co.uk Forever Flowers by Steph, www.instagram.com/foreverflowers_bysteph élégance en fleurs, www.elegance-en-fleurs.co.uk Flowers by Valerie Jayne, www.flowersbyvaleriejayne.com FLOWERS 45
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