When I was planning my wedding, I knew I wanted to incorporate a deep rich color in the beautiful wedding floral design of my event.  I wanted everything to be clean and simple but rich and elegant at the same time.  The flowers I chose were mini calla lillies and they were gorgeous!  I carried a combination of white callas and (black) chocolate callas…yummy!  The bouquet was wrapped with white material and gold cording which was held in place with pearl pins; nothing overwhelming – just simply organic.  Hubby wore a chocolate calla boutonniere and the rest of the party all had pure white.  We kept are centerpieces very simple with a variety of candles in containers wrapped with sage green ribbon but sprinkled burgundy rose petals across the table which added depth and romance to everyone’s dining experience.

God’s Garden Treasures, one of the floral artists exhibiting at this year’s East Valley Bridal Affair can offer ideas and inspiration to help those of us that tend to get stuck – simply because we don’t know our options.  Here are a few suggestions from Karin’s blog:

So you like chocolate – the velvety, rich dark chocolate, and the milky, creamy chocolate? And you’re planning a birthday or anniversary celebration, or a wedding or event, and want to incorporate espresso, dark chocolate, latte, or mocha colors into the design?

There are chocolate flowers for you!

White Roses, Chocolate Dahlias, White Stephanotis and Schwarzwalder Calla Lilies

Chocolate Cosmos

Chocolate Calla Lilies

Other options are the new amnesia roses, the centers of black-eyed susans, echinacea/cone-flower, and sunflowers! (more pictures to come!)

Chocolates look great with pinks, or with tiffany blue, white, or the fall colors, too.

For more ideas and inspiration, join us at the 3rd annual East Valley Bridal Affair at the Windemere Conference Center in Mesa on October 4, 2009 from 11am to 4pm.  You can speak face to face with representatives of God’s Garden Treasures, Y Knot Party Rentals, and Tyler’s Custom Designs to help you plan the look and design of your floral elements which represents you the best for your special day.

Phoenix’s Original East Valley Bridal Showcase

Local Brides.  Local Experts.  Experience the possibilities.

Come together with industry experts who will inspire you to create a day to always remember.

Free admission, prize giveaways, fashion shows, and entertainment.