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Skip the standard bouquet in favor of these nature-inspired arrangements and centerpieces designed by talented local florists.
Three area florists create designs that are lush, layered, and (mostly) locally sourced. Complementary but not matchy-matchy, bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces combine to stunning effect at The Briarcliff Manor.
Photography by Stefan Burton
Hair: Patty Molleturo, Totally Hot Salon, Rye Brook
Location: The Briarcliff Manor
Models: Katherine & Vitek
DRESS: Rita by Alon Livné White, Price upon request JESSICA HALEY BRIDAL,Rye | SUIT: Regent Fit Grey Stripe 1818$1,098 BROOKS BROTHERS, White Plains | FLOWERS: Damselfly Designs
ORGANIC elegance
Created by layers of fresh flowers, with a selection of preserved and dried botanicals.
Who
Damselfly Designs
White Plains
damselflydesigns.net
Elements
King Protea
White Chocolate Roses
Snowberries
Veronica and Pink Plumosa
Dried accents, like Cardo, Ruscus, Phalaris, and Poppy Pods
DRESS: Rosemarie by Caroline Castigliano, price upon request JESSICA HALEY BRIDAL, Rye
Why it works
“This layered design can adapt to different styles,” says Damselfly Global, LLC founder Brenda LaManna. “For instance, the bridal bouquet would complement a bohemian dress just as effortlessly as if it were paired with a classic A-line.”
SUIT & SHIRT: Regent Fit Grey Stripe 1818 Suit, $1,098, with Stretch Regent Dress Shirt, $126, and Formal Satin Slim Tie, $165BROOKS BROTHERS, White Plains
SOPHISTICATED and romantic
Classic, with a twist.
Who
Penny Karvounis Flowers
Elements
Lisianthus
Grasses
Zinnia
Pomegranate
Pineapple flower
Blushing Bride
Why it works
“I love using unexpected and unusual flowers,” notes Penny Karvounis, owner of her eponymous boutique. “The pineapple has so many beautiful, tiny flowers covering it, in shades of lavender, aubergine, and chartreuse.”
TROPICAL summer garden
Who
Lauren Chillemi
Bedford Village Flower Shoppe
Elements
Tropical anthurium
David Austin garden roses
Zinnias
Why it works
“Strong pinks give the arrangement a bold feeling, softened by apricot hues,” notes Bedford Village Flower Shoppe president Anthony Chillemi. “Injections of peach bridge the juxtaposing bold pinks and soft apricots for a striking balance.”
DRESS: Dinah from Lea-Ann Beltar, price available upon request, JESSICA HALEY BRIDAL, Rye. SUIT: Regent Fit Grey Stripe 1818 Suit, $1,098, BROOKS BROTHERS, White Plains
Related: How to Create the Perfect Floral Centerpiece, According to a Hudson Valley Pro