Cascading bouquets are a romantic choice, with some brides even choosing to forgo flowers and replace them with succulents. You can choose a monochromatic pastel look or wildly diverse jewel tones. Oversized bouquets undoubtedly bring a stunning wow factor to your floral choices, so be adventurous! 

We especially love the lush look of oversized blooms surrounded by greenery of all shades and sizes. Remember, these bouquets can be heavy, so talk to your florist about your comfort level. You don’t want to be in pain on your wedding day! Large bouquets up the allergy factor, so check with your wedding party and family beforehand or warn them!

Enjoy these bouquets created by talented Vancouver Island and Vancouver wedding floral designers! British Columbia florists have the luxury of endless natural bounty, and we love their creations! For more beautiful West Coast designs, visit Waterfall Bouquets  & West Coast Floral Crowns…

Powell Floral | Summer Rayne Photography

Brown’s the Florist | Funkytown Photography

Petal & Kettle Parksville | Erin Wallis Photography

Wild Valley Floral Design | Erin Wallis Photography

Brown’s the Florist | Lisa Kopp Photography

Starting with the paper suite from Penned Creations, they used rough-edged paper with boldly colored crimson font to keep things wild yet simple. They added golden-winged butterflies to keep us enchanted with the summertime picnic theme. 

We can not go long before mentioning the exquisite floral displays by Brown’s the Florist.  Dark green hosta leaves and pampas grass act as the background for white dahlias, coral roses, and yellow Craspedia, which create an eruption of color and texture.  Floral elements were used throughout the gardens of the Horticulture Centre of the Pacific, located just twenty minutes outside Victoria.  Florals were placed in the bride’s hair and even used as an embellishment to the groom’s lapel in place of a traditional boutonniere.  

The Bride’s dress, provided by Blush Bridal Boutique, sweeps down creating an elegant train.  With a vine-like embroidery design that adds texture to this refined organza dress.

Uniquely styled pieces of jewelry by Ebb and Flow adorned our bride.  In this shoot, we see a more modern style chosen for the earrings, but jewelry can be carefully selected to bring out the bride’s style.  

Cobble Hill Cake Co. created a simple frosted cake to showcase another example of the eye-catching floral array that we have loved throughout this shoot.

From putting pen to paper for the invitations to finding the perfect luscious garden location and everything in between, you can have fun and vibrance in the sun during your pretty picnic elopement for your West Coast wedding. 

PHOTOS: Kelsey Lageri Photography | CAKE: Cobble Hill Cake Co. | MUA: Gretell ArjonaMakeup | HAIR: Hair by Kendra Epp | PAPER SUITE: Penned Creations | GOWN: Blush Bridal Boutique | FLORALS: Brown’s the Florist | JEWELERY: Ebb +Flow | SUIT: Outlooks for Men | DECOR + PLANNING: SeaTree Weddings & Events | VENUE: The Gardens at HCP  | MODELS: Samiksha + Akashdeep

We love the tropical empress wedding details in this inspiration shoot. The Bengal Lounge is a special venue space within the updated Fairmont Empress on Vancouver Island. Rich, carved wood walls and ceilings showcase the classic wedding mood but the designers of this inspiration surprised with bright colours and modern details. 

The suspended wedding cake is covered in a modern icing in colours which reflect the table settings, floral and desserts.  Creating a harmonious palette in this venue space draws the eye towards the architectural treasures such as the fireplace and high windows. The window seats are not forgotten as they are lined with candles and framed by palms. 

The bride and groom are a mood all by themselves! Sparkles and lace adorn the low backed gown while the groom sports a classic suit and tie. The boutonniere, on the other hand, was a trendy ‘in the pocket’ collection of floral.  We are in love with the bouquets (a hoop + classic cascading) and boutonniere. The back features on the gown showcase the bride’s tattoo with the covered buttons seemingly continuing on in the same line. 

For more work by Party Mood and Brown’s the Florist visit this outdoor wedding!

The tables are works of art! First, a sweetheart table for the bride and groom including velvet chairs. The couple gets their own area in front of the century fireplace and their table is covered in raspberry linen. It features floral design on the edge and down the front of the table.  Second, a guest table featuring a tower of flowers in the center with floral winding it’s way across the tables and over the ends. Place settings include individual cakes on each plate, colourful name cards and crystal glasses. 

Planning/Design: Sublime Celebrations | Photography:  KGOODPhoto | Jewelry: Emma Glover Design | Rentals: Party Mood | MUA: Artistry by Alexa | Hair: Sofia Pastro of Life of Hair | Gowns: Shades of White Bridal | Cake/Desserts: Allison Shelrud Cake Design | Paper Suite: Tickle Tree Stationery + Design | Floral Design: Brown’s the Florist | Menswear: Moore’s Clothing for Men  

Be sure to visit Equally Wed where this shoot was featured on the first day of LGBTQ month last year! Thank you to models Kimberley, Ashley, Alex and Mel…

We especially loved the intricate yet relaxed hairstyles on our bohemian girls – braids, loose curls and real flowers in their hair. Pastel coloured gowns flowing in the breeze were the perfect match to the fitted boho lace wedding gown. 

The field reception featured a head table straight out of an English novel. Pastel colours were themed to the décor and even the cuisine! Local breads and wines were paired with fruits and salads creating a true Tuscany table. 

Let’s not forget the piece de resistance – the wonderful teepee featuring a guitar playing groom! And the moment we love? When the bride and groom rode off on a motorcycle!

TIP: Looking to create your own ‘love in the summer’ wedding look? Watch for colored glass at vintage stores and place it on patterned linens. Mismatched chairs are easy to find to create the field reception tablescape. Unusual floral bouquets and fun ideas like floral arm bands add to the bohemian feel. 

You are invited to more love stories!

PHOTOS: Funkytown Photography | VENUE: St. Ann’s Academy | GOWNS: Shades of White Bridal | MENSWEAR: The Hudson’s Bay | DESIGN & DECOR & FLORAL DESIGN: Brown’s the Florist | Teresa Brenay & Anne Pollock of Party Mood | SHOES: Emmy London | MAKEUP: Elate Cosmetics | HAIR: Lacey Iris | CUISINE: Toque Catering | JEWELERY: Designs by Twyla | BIRD: Pacific Northwest Raptors | WINE: Unsworth Vineyards

The beautiful models are a real couple who are marrying in a few months at Olympic View and were the first couple to share a special moment on the new sweetheart swing in the nearby Arbutus Grove. Garlands running down the tables provide a lovely backdrop to the place settings featuring a bloom upon every plate. Spring Romance is spread across the tables with fresh, crisp colors featured in the decor. 

The bride’s bouquet features white dahlias and roses with greenery and these floral are reflected in the table arrangements and groom’s boutonniere. Of course, the star of the show is the tree swing that is built for two! 

You are invited to another naturally beautiful wedding!

Photos: Landon Sveinson Photography | Venue: Olympic View Golf Course | Décor & Planning: Details Special Event Planning & Décor | Gown: Tres Chic Bridal | Floral Design: Brown’s the Florist | Makeup: Artistry by Alexa | Hair: Studio 2 Hair Design | Cake: Lighthouse Cake Company | Pipe Dream Creative | Signage:  Melanie Anne Designs