As 2020 pans out, we leave behind past trends and open the door to new colour palettes and design ideas for the new decade. Looking at the tastes of our past customers and the wedding projects we have been involved in, weddings are no longer about being all white. What is so great about the current time for florists is how couples are looking for more eclectic designs to reflect the elegance of such a major life event.

When it comes to being unique while maintaining class, going rustic seems like a popular choice. More so than the classic darker hues, there is an interesting charm uncovered with a rustic pantone palette, where the more feminine pinks are far less overwhelming. Instead, with the use of tones like cappuccino or dusty pinks, an atmosphere of sophistication and mystique is exuded with a gentle touch.

for bouquets

We are suggesting to go for interesting colours and textures in hand-tied wedding bouquets. These can range from the captivating cappuccino rose to picks like the more exotic King Protea in pink with a mixture of eucalyptus leaves and the softer blooms of peach Matthiolas. Toffee roses are also good picks for a more exotic feel, balanced out with brown leaves or darker green foilages.

Unlike the classical rustic tones that focuses on deep reds in contrast with lighter whites or cream, pantone rustic has a softer touch while still retaining a bohemian atmosphere to it. More muted colours make the palette less overwhelming and calmer, more grounded rather than fantastic.

This particular colour theme somehow reminds us of sunsets by the beach, and make for the perfect palette to go with for outdoor weddings. Other than the usual white satin ribbon, silk ribbons in dusty pink or burgundy - tied in long drapes would make for a good choice as well.

Rustic bouquets also tend to have a wilder arrangement style — this means doing away with the more conventional round bouquet shape, in favour of what some may call a “messier” bouquet. Nonetheless, there is beauty even in what seems to be less ordered.

for decor

When it comes to decor, we’ve noticed that the arches that couples often request for are evolving into a more avant garde, minimalist style. Rather than going for a lush full arch, half-arches also has its own charm. These are often paired with golden frames, offering a skeleton frame that is perfect for photo taking.

A more bare bones design also appears in design choices for pedestal displays, where a metal frame offers a classy see-through look. Such bare bones frame design also directs attention to the floral arrangement itself.

Going for more eco-friendly, more unusual objects like trolleys, crate boxes, ladders, and more have been repurposed to become beautiful floral displays and installations.

What we’ve also found interesting is also the exploration away from the more familiar floral arrangements. Instead of proper tied arrangements, flowers and foiliages can be used to fill up transparent boxes — perfect to use as backings to signages to welcome guests.

These might also make for great table displays during wedding dinners, coupled with other ornaments like candles or long cloth drapes along the table. A mixture of fresh and dried flowers for floral decor is perfect towards evoking the sense of an earthy, rustic vibe.

for accessories

An area that many often skip over when it comes to flower arrangements — flowers can also be incorporated into various wedding accesories, beyond the mere boutonnieres or bridesmaid’s bouquet.

For those who enjoy the beauty of flowers, consider having them weaved into a flower crown or even a necklace. Rustic often goes with a deep engagement with nature, and there is no better way to do so than by incorporating flowers into wearable accessories.

Other alternatives can also include wrist corsages and hair flowers. For a rustic pantone palette, it would be ideal to use dried flowers in an assortment of textures to bring out the very senes of being grounded, with a mixture of softer patone pinks, lavender, and greens — all towards a elegant yet bohemian touch.

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