It has been snowy and it has been rainy the past few weeks so I say it’s time for some sunshine. But since the sun has been struggling to come out, I thought I’d share some (along with a little inspiration).

Oh, and you could probably find something like this cake at Nothing Bundt Cakes!

Intimidated by orchids?  Not sure how to use them?  I’m here to help and I have pictures to inspire you!

I recently attended a wedding that was positively dripping with orchids, in every species I could imagine.  The luxurious flowers were EVERYWHERE.  The most amazing part?  No two arrangements were alike!  Each one had its own unique style, yet they tied together stunningly.  The bold colors of the exotic blooms popped against black and white table décor and created a truly jaw dropping scene.

If your budget doesn’t quite measure up to this high-end orchid extravaganza, don’t fret!  You can still produce this same look with monochromatic arrangements laced with less expensive, bold-colored blooms.  Simply set your mix and match arrangements against black and white table toppers, just as they did here.  Copy their linen style by using multiple different textures and patterns. I absolutely loved the polka dot tabletops with full-bodied skirts: it gave the tables a lil’ cheeky attitude!

One of the many tables that excited me was this glass topped one.  Can’t seem to find a rental like the one here?  Go to Home Depot (or any other home goods store) and get a large mirror to place in the middle of the table.  It will function as a table runner and you’ll accomplish the same double-impact, stunning effect.

Sumptuous colors and textures like these are easy to get inspired by.  Such an impressive variety of orchids doesn’t hurt the imagination either!

photos by molly lorincz

It’s always refreshing when you go to a wedding and find yourself faced with décor that is totally unexpected.  That is exactly what happened at this wedding, I was simply speechless.  Who would ever think succulents mixed with antique family heirlooms could create such a stunning sight; I know I would have never dreamed it!

The venue that housed this wedding is very similar to Omaha’s Botanical Center. It provides space that flawlessly transforms into functional yet beautiful areas that are needed for an event.  The card table was the first thing I noticed upon entering the center. You saw the bride’s entire décor vision in one 5 by 1 foot table. Organic materials mixed with vintage china pieces, along with succulent flowers and orchids…so out of the ordinary!  The bride had collected the blue and white china from relatives which added such a personal touch to the event.  You could be surrounded by treasures at your Grandmother’s house that would be perfect for your wedding day and never even know it if it weren’t for this clever bride’s idea!

Then came the table arrangements. Each and every one was unique.  The vases, along with all the flowers, were different on each table.  You may automatically think blue and white antiques can only fit which particular flowers—this bride proved that was not the case!  She incorporated branches, cabbage, succulents, strange pods, all of which are extremely earthy flowers.  They looked amazing together.

One of my favorite pops that stood out from everything—the bride walked down the aisle carrying pale garden roses.  They didn’t match any of the other arrangements which is why it made them so great.  They were  made for the bride and bride only!

Take notes the next time you visit your Grandmother’s house—who knows, she may hold the key to your wedding décor!

photos by molly lorincz