Time and Design
I think this week we’ll talk about time. I am intrigued by the ideas designers use to conjure up the ‘feel’ and ‘look’ of a time past.
We try to keep up with the newest trends and what they’re based upon. Lately, of course, vintage is very popular. Our last wedding show we created a beautiful table of what is considered ‘vintage’ looking items. But I wonder if I were able to ask my grandmother what her bouquets or table flowers looked like, would it even remotely look like what she had? I decided to see if I could figure that out.
So, here is the vintage table that we showcased at the latest Tampa Bay Wedding Show:
Now here is a picture my grandmother at her wedding in 1934… which by today’s standards, would be considered vintage! Notice she is holding simple spray roses and greenery. There are silk orange blossom strands on her hat/veil and strands of pearls around her neck
It’s easy to see why items like flowing pearls, broaches with crystals & gemstones using white gold and filigree style patterns invoke the stylistic ‘vintage’ look of today. I would also venture to guess that it was not the common masses that owned much of those items, but what was shown in movies of that time or in pictures of the wealthier families who were famous then.
The 50’s retro style also seems to be based in a somewhat accurate replication of what was worn back then. Such as the sweetheart necklines, the Peter Pan collar & tiny rows of buttons on dresses, as well as the shorter “tea length” style dress so one can show off their shoes! Flowers were very traditional roses or carnations and smaller bouquets also seemed to be the norm. (though I’m sure the same was true then as is today, how much money one had to spend on their wedding would be a determining factor for that)
Here is my mother’s wedding dress which has the sweetheart neckline (though not as revealing as what we see today, it is the base for that design) and the small Peter Pan collar. She also carried the popular smaller bouquet, though the long ribbon cascade ribbon creates a ‘bigger’ effect.
This style dress from the 50’s definitely shows the typical style of wide skirts, button rows, Peter Pan collar and shorter dress.
I look at what was popular in the 70’s and 80’s and I’m so very glad that today’s fashions are much more elegant and sleek instead of the large poofy styles that were popular back then. I can only wonder what accent details and styles that are popular today will future designers pick and choose from when I comes time to label our present time as ‘vintage’.
Our last showcase for the year, 2013
For those of you who long to see, smell and feel the beautiful flowers that Bridesnblooms Wholesale and Design bring in…You’re in luck. Sunday, 10/13/13 will be our last showcase of the year… We have some incredible designer flowers that we are bringing to our table, some and see what kind of designs we’ve come up with to tickle your fancy.
We encourage you to come on by, it’s a FANTASTIC show filled with AMAZING event professionals. The entrance fee is only $3.00.
***This is a photo from the last Coliseum show we participated in***
http://tampabaybridalexpos.com/
The Coliseum
535 4th Ave North
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Date:
Sunday, October 13, 2013
Hours:
Noon – 4 pm
We hope to see you on Sunday, now, go, and have yourself a wholesale flower filled day!!!
This too shall pass…
Planning for an event is probably one of the most stressful times in anyone’s life, and most certainly some days are more of a trial than others. In all it is always handy to remember two things:
1. Everything does not always go as planned and this too shall pass. 2. There is always a silver lining and/or a reason, though we may not know what it is at the time.
In the scheme of pretty much all events and weddings, most hosts or brides really cannot (or do not) envision things not going the way they planned. There are some people who micro manage every little detail which makes their life wayyy more complicated. My personal feeling is if you cannot trust the vendors you are hiring to do their job to the best of their ability, and as close to your vision as possible, then you will end up missing out on all the fun and anticipation of looking forward to your big event.
I’m here to tell you it is rare that a large event of any kind goes without a hiccup. At my wedding a groomsman fainted, and buckets of torrential rain fell from the sky, nixing my outdoor venue completely. We had a mad, last minute scramble to make things work inside. At my daughter’s wedding, it seemed nothing went smoothly or as planned. Beforehand, she ended up having only one hour to do her hair, nails, makeup and get dressed. Then along the way to her venue there was a huge traffic jam. So to say the least, it was an adventure in crazy mother driving and I’m still amazed we actually made it on time and without incident.
There will be times that family interferes more than you would like, Or friends tell you what they think and, no matter how accommodating you want to be, it just doesn’t feel right to you! There’s the occasional change of vendor because of various reasons and the stress of will I lose weight, gain weight, find the right dress or shoes, will I have enough money to pay for what I want, and of course, the big will everything be exactly as I dreamed it will be.
No matter what happens before and during your wedding/event you might want to keep an open mind and try not to hold on to the negative. Everything that doesn’t go right, gets to be a story told and retold. Sometimes the things that happen unexpectedly bring you closer together with family and friends. Sometimes they are excruciatingly funny, though not at the time, but looking back. (My brother to this day is still teased about his fall at my wedding and it actually has become a family ‘tradition’ to fall down at some time during a family wedding. )
No matter what… keep this in mind. Yes, it’s a big day and something long planned for, but in the scheme of things, it’s just one day, one event, one moment, in hopefully a long line of well lived and cherished moments. Let go and enjoy it.
Rained out wedding
Now go and have a much deserved wholesale flower filled day!
PARTY IT FORWARD© A New Concept In Planning Your Event
Co-hosted by Brides N Blooms, Wholesale & Designs and 1930 Grande Room
If you have not heard about Brides N Blooms, Wholesale & Designs Party It Forward@ A New Concept In Planning Your Event show then here’s your chance to read all about it! If you have… well then we do hope you will come out and join us for a great day!
Our company co-hosts this event with a different event location each time preferably with either lesser known hidden gems or up and coming venues. This time we are co-hosting with the very contemporary 1930 Grande Room. http://granderoom.com
We are so excited about this location and this show. 1930 Grande Room is located in historic Ybor City, Tampa. Their address is easy to remember… 1930 east 7th Avenue, Tampa, FL 33605. It is a very cool event venue with an industrial chic style and a great bar spanning the length of the room. Their secondary smaller area for cocktail hours and smaller events is located in the adjacent business next door. They are StoneChef Caterers, lead by the very talented Anthony Sanschagrin. http://www.stonechef.com/
The show’s concept came about when Dorelle and I were discussing how after a big event is over there’s usually so many items that are left over like new and how daunting it can be for up and coming event hosts & brides to gather everything needed to make their event happen. This includes the vendors, as well as the party items. Then after the big day is over everything you’ve had to purchase such as table decor, dresses, favors, etc., generally get shoved into a closet to gather dust. Sometimes if a bride or past host is more industrious, they can get everything listed on craigslist and hope someone purchases it. We thought why couldn’t we combine those two ideas into one show. Hence our Party It Forward event show was born! A great way to meet the vendors you will need and have the chance to purchase items at discounted pricing that are like new. All while giving past hosts a chance to sell their beautiful party items and put some jingle back in their pocket! Reuse, Recycle… a big win in our book.
We hope you will ‘join’ and attend! Here is a link to the event on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/532565216798856/?ref=ts&fref=ts
And while you’re visiting facebook, please ‘like’ our page: https://www.facebook.com/BridesnBloomsDesigns
In anticipation of this upcoming Party It Forward, here’s a look at one of our previous shows: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4dot_ps2mWk&hd=1
Hope you will come out and join us for a flower filled, Party It Forward Event day!
Random Thoughts…
Every so often I have these thoughts…. You know the kind that makes you sit back and wonder if its you or if it’s the proverbial ‘them’. (I am still waiting to find out who exactly ‘them’ is…but that would be for another blog) Here are a few random thoughts and items that have occurred over the last few weeks:
1. If I really wish and try can I make my dog stop shedding?
2. Did someone actually ask me if I could make sure that if I order a particular flower it will be in the exact color that matches her dress and would I promise that it would not vary?
3. If I use the power of positive thinking hard enough can I make my hair stop turning grey?
4. Why is there a ‘national moldy cheese day’? Who thought that was something we needed to celebrate?
5. How is it that it takes 2 months to lose 5 lbs and 5 days to gain it back?
6. I am disappointed that I completely missed ‘Talk Like A Pirate Day’… I so would have answered my phone with a hearty ‘Arrggg’ that whole day!
Now, I’m well aware that we all have random thoughts that cross our minds… not sure about anyone else, but mine seem to do it at the most inopportune times. Like when I’m trying to concentrate on my work. Or when I’d really like to be falling asleep rather than having these ridiculous thoughts. I think its important to note that both Dorelle and I realize that we think a little outside the box much of the time, which comes in handy for design and flower choices… we do like to look at that as generally a positive attribute about us. I do occasionally wonder how much of that is a combination of a little bit of skill and our somewhat offbeat view of the things. In any case… I’m okay with it and I believe our clients are too!
I recently saw this pic and I’m pretty sure that it is so for me… Dorelle’s pretty sure of it as well…
Now go out there, enjoy the humor in life’s random moments, and have a flower-filled day!
(photo courtesy of teleicious.tumblr.com)