We participated in the Bridal Expo in Sebring last weekend & were very pleased with the response from the brides-to-be in attendance! The theme we chose was a beautiful shade of pink, cream and background accents of aqua. Crystals were used to bring just the right amount of sparkle to our designs. Some great features to show a complete look were our "bubbling" cylinder vases, which were uplit, our separate table, which had a mosaic of flowers, color glass, and greenery in geometric shapes, which was also lit, the crystal bead curtains for backdrop and of course, beautiful flower arrangements!

We not only offer beautiful wedding flowers, but we have so many other wedding-related services that will help brides in their planning, without traveling all over: a great line of invitations from Carlson Craft; accessories, such as the unity candle set shown on our expo table, toasting glasses, personalized napkins & favors, and so much for the perfect wedding accessories! We rent candelabras and plants as well.

Our china registry also is a great feature for brides, with companies such as Lenox, Reed & Barton, Noritake, Arthur Court and Wedgwood represented. We offer online registry and ordering as well!

Brooke Burley & Mason Scott Sophisticated Western Wedding

Mason Scott waiting for his bride.

The altar bouquets were designed with chartreuse Gladioulus, purple Larkspur and Solidago.

Brooke Burley wedding, February, 2010. Flowers designed by Ladonna using Tulips, Orchids, Viburnum, Fugis, Veronica, and Limonium. Thin silver wire was woven throughout the bouquets for a touch of sparkle.

February, 2010

Brooke Burley was a delight to design for. She chose vibrant chartreuse and purple shades for her flowers. The bridal bouquet was a clutch style with Tulips, Viburnum, Cymbidium Orchids, Fugis, & Limonium.

Pinzon Birthday Party

Tropical? Woodsy? With Orchids? No Problem! This party was for a significant birthday and they wanted to incorporate the flower of their native country (Orchids), with a masculine, jungle feel. Using knarled 6' tall branches, minimal greenery, and a variety of Orchids, highlighted by mosses, I believe we captured the essence. See our website for all the party photos.

We used masses of flowers for this cake! Following are more photos of this "regal" royal purple, red, hot pink and gold wedding.

We used a combination of three candelabras: a traditional arch and two spiral candelabras, with the bouquets made to create a continuous look. The bride chose royal purple, red and gold for her colors. It has been some time since a kneeling bench was requested. It served as a nice focal area for their ceremony.

Pictured to the right is a closeup of a bridesmaid bouquet for this wedding: a tight "clutch" bouquet with purple miniature carnations, hot pink spray roses, large red carnations and gold wire woven throughout.

The next wedding is at the Sarasota Hyatt using Mango Cala Lilies and Mokara Orchids. Check back!

Beach Theme Wedding

Last week's "Beach" themed wedding turned out very nice. Using cream Dendrobium Orchids and blue Delphinium, we created several pieces to reflect the beach feel. The Bamboo centerpiece made a tall, striking statement with just a few orchids, grasses and seashells tucked in the bouquets.

I also created centerpieces in faux shell containers with the Dendrobium Orchids. Just a few Orchids and grasses created quite a focal point for the table, with a base of beach sand under the bouquets.

For the thrid reception bouquet, I used tall cylinder vases with a layer of seashells at the base and two Dendrobium Orchids submergered in water. Very simple, but elegant.

This bouquet was for the "Sweetheart" head table. One large natural Starfish served as the focal point in continuing the beach look. This design also contained Orchids, Delphinium, grasses and seashells. The contrasting table fabric made the bouquet stand out nicely.

The church was decorated with fresh Boston Ferns and large altar bouquets in the same color scheme. We used a soft blue fabric to create a cohesive background.

Check back for more! In two weeks we will be designing a very rich red, gold and purple wedding, using roses, alstroemeria, larkspur and more.

Cream & Red Wedding and Fabric Covered Pergola

After many years of "Martha Stewart" inspired round clutch bouquets, I am happy to say that the regal cascade bouquet is coming back into favor.

I designed this one recently with cream miniature Calla Lilies, "Freedom" deep red roses, Cymbidium Orchids with just a hint of color in the throat and draping cream Dendrobium Orchids. I added just a touch of shimmer with faux crystals, and for foliage used Italian Ruscus and Bear Grass. My bride was thrilled, which in turn makes me thrilled!

For the same wedding, we created this fabric covered Pergola. It served as a special setting for their wedding vows, and the splash of color really made it stand out... a nice change from the traditional arch. Would love to do another with colorful fabric and very tall bouquets attached to the Pergola.

I am blessed to have design skills, and more blessed to have the clientele who allow me to be creative. Looking forward to the "Beach" themed wedding that we will be creating in the next two weeks..many orchids and electric blue delphinium with seashells.