{bridal bouquets} single

When Brides think of single during wedding planning, they are most likely considering inviting their single guests with a date or embarrassing their single ladies with a bouquet toss.  Things could be changing!  Single may become a common word during wedding flower conversations.  More & more, I spy Brides carrying one single bloom for their bridal bouquet.  Hmmm, being single never looked so good!  

A single bloom bridal bouquet is certainly a budget-friendly choice.  & a stunning one!

Photo 1: Picture Me&U via; Photo 2: Megan Robinson Photography via; Photo 3: Tealily Photography via; Photo 4: Mi Belle Photographers via; Photo 5: Hayley Sheffield via

{bridal bouquets} wintery mix

Isn't this white winter bridal bouquet just heavenly?  As much as I adore the red & pink winter bridal bouquets featured Tuesday, this beauty stole my winter-loving heart.  A wintery mix of soft whites with touches of pale green & light gray.  Gorgeous, just gorgeous.    

& the sparkly wedding dress is perfection too!

Photography: Amy & Jordan Photography via

{bridal bouquets} winter reds & pinks

With the ginormous amount of fresh snow that fell yesterday, I'm having a hard time thinking of anything but winter white.  But winter weddings aren't limited to white, there is a wide array of colors that work beautifully in winter.  Pinks, berries and reds are right at home in the cold winter months, as you can see in these gorgeous winter bridal bouquets.

Oh so pretty!

Photo 1: The Nichols via; Photo 2: Lara Hotz Photography via; Photo 3: Modern Photography via; Photo 4: Nordica Photography via; Photo 5: Catherine Marciniak via

{bridal bouquets} overflowing

Since my style leans towards simple & sweet, I've always favored compact, tightly clustered bridal bouquets.  However, my eyes are always open, as is my mind, & lately, I've fallen in love with a different type of bridal bouquet.  Large, overflowing bridal bouquets are not simple but they are simply beautiful!

A bit loose, a bit wild & just brimming over with beauty!  

Photo 1: Ben Blood Photography via; Photo: Jason & Anna Photography via; Photo 3: Joielala Photographie via; Photo 4: Lauren Scotti Photographer via; Photo 5: Jenny Ebert Photography via

{Sneak Peek} Julie & Andrew

Hello & Happy Friday!  Ah, yes, the weekend is here.  My husband & I are planning the ultimate summer weekend: Saturday at the pool, Sunday at the beach.  Fingers crossed the weather cooperates!  Before you start dreaming about your summer weekend, here is a sneak peek at next Wedding Wednesday:

This charming, sweet wedding brings us back to the Green Mountain State of Vermont, where this natural bridal bouquet is right at home.  The barn ceremony & the tented reception, along with plenty of Vermont beauty, are not to be missed.  Tune in next Wedding Wednesday for all the lovely details!

Enjoy your weekend!

Photography: Lucas DeSousa Photography  /  Submitted via Two Bright Lights

{bridal bouquets} all things boho

Inspired by the bohemian feel of yesterday's desert elopement, I realized I finally had the perfect opportunity to showcase some of the incredible, boho bridal bouquets on my Pinterest board.  I hope you enjoy these boho beauties as much as I do!

Such a natural, beautiful vibe!  LOVE!!

Photo 1: via; Photo 2: Birds of a Feather Photography via; Photo 2: via; Photo 3: SWOON by Katie via; Photo 4: Lavender & Twine via; Photo 5: Greta Kenyon Photography via

{bridal bouquets} the simple side

In tomorrow's elopement, there are very few details we typically associate with weddings like white dresses, pretty centerpieces & meaningful favors.  But the chic Bride did carry a sweet little bridal bouquet of purple tulips.  I was inspired to find simple bridal bouquets that would be just perfect for an elopement or small wedding.  I think these beauties fit the bill perfectly!  

The unique corsage ranks as my favorite but it was a tough decision.  These gorgeous little stunners prove that simple bridal bouquets don't sacrifice style!

Photo 1: Piteira Photography via; Photo 2: Elizabeth Messina via; Photo 3: Morrissey Photo via; Photo 4: via; Photo 5: Brandon Kidd via

{Sneak Peek} Amy & Matthew

Friday has finally arrived, the weekend is here- yippee!  A busy wedding season kicks off with a wedding tomorrow so you can color me ten shades of excited.  Before we part ways, here is a sneak peek at next Wedding Wednesday:

As our local New Jersey & New York wedding series continues, next week brings us to another beautiful vineyard wedding in New York.  You won't want to miss a single moment of pretty in pink details combined with stunning vineyard views.  Come back next Wedding Wednesday to see this gorgeous wedding in its full glory!

Have a wonderful weekend!

Photography: Lora Ann Photography  /  Submitted via Two Bright Lights

{bridal bouquets} brighten my day

Spring arrived yesterday!  Or that's the rumor I heard.  Mother Nature missed the memo because Hoboken temperatures are in the 30s.  Since I can't find warm weather & pretty flowers outside yet, I'm going to create a beautiful space of bright, happy flowers here.

Thank you, dear colorful flowers, for brightening my (& hopefully yours too) day!

Photo 1: Paige Newton Photography via; Photo 2: Lauren Gabrielle Photography via; Photo 3: Katelyn James Photography via; Photo 4: Chi Photography of Charleston via; Photo 5: Jennifer Williams Photography via

{Bridal Bouquets} going green

Like any corned beef & cabbage loving Irish girl, I get very excited for St. Patrick's Day!  This Sunday is the big day.  In its honor, Koru Wedding Style is going green.  I love to celebrate green in all its wedding glory!

Following the tradition of last year's green wedding celebration, let's start this party with bridal bouquets to make you green with envy . . .

Luscious shades of green, plenty of texture, bold striped ribbon & simple dragonfly accent are the recipe for green bridal bouquet perfection:

Succulents remain all the rage in weddings; one look at this green bridal bouquet & it's easy to see why:

Why hello, green gorgeousness:

A little boho & a very green, a fern bridal bouquet is very unique:

Lots of greenery & just a touch of flowers? Yes, please:

Green, you may have stolen my heart!

Photo 1: via; Photo 2: Angelica Glass via; Photo 3: via; Photo 4: Edyta Szyszlo Photography via; Photo 5: Laura Murray Photography via

wedding balls

Many moons ago, I fell in love with weddings while I was working as an intern for a local wedding planner.  One of the first weddings I worked was a Christmas wedding.  Held about one week before Christmas, the winter wedding had classy, beautiful holiday touches.  I have never forgotten that unique wedding & I think this amazing, Christmas ornament bridal bouquet would have fit right in:

  
Isn't that bridal bouquet gorgeous?  I adore the mix of shiny & matte glass Christmas ornaments in the prettiest shades of gold, blue & pink, topped off with a neutral ribbon.  The bouquet manages to beautifully balance the beauty of the holidays with the traditions of a wedding.  Perfection!  

Photography: Amanda Thomsen Photo via

pretty

Just a pretty Autumn bouquet today because sometimes just a little pretty is enough.

Image Cluney Photo via

{Sneak Peek} Teresa & Ryan

Friday is here- yipee!  My husband & I don't have a single concrete plan for this weekend & it feels just awesome.  We can relax & let the weekend take us where it may.  Ahhhh.  But first, let's take a sneak peek at next Wedding Wednesday's delight: 

I'm jumping up & down from the joy of bringing you a beautiful winter wedding.  Yes, I got the memo that Fall started but as a former winter Bride, I will always, always have a special place in my heart for winter weddings.  As you can see from the lovely baby's breath bouquet tied with white ribbon & adorned with a sentimental locket, this winter wedding is pretty, pretty special.  Tune in next week for the full winter wedding glory!

Enjoy your weekend!

Photography: Kim Reimer Photography  /  Submitted via Two Bright Lights 

Radio Silence

 

Hello, my dear Koru family & friends!  I must sincerely apologize for the radio silence, especially on Wedding Wednesday when I expected to feature this amazing wedding.  Unfortunately, the very thing I rely on to share such beautiful weddings with you, my Two Bright Lights account, is not working.  They can't seem to get a handle on the problem, let alone fix it.  Frustrating!!  I'm left to just try to breathe easy & have some patience.  

On that note, there seems to be no better time than the present to show you this bright, colorful bridal bouquet.  It makes me happy just looking at it!  May it bring a bit of cheer into your life today! 

Photography: Jennifer Williams Photography via

tulip love

I feel like just yesterday I was saying hello to Spring; now it's almost time to say good-bye.  With Memorial Day just around the corner, my mind is dreaming of long, lazy Summer days of sunny days, beautiful beaches & refreshing ice cream.  Before we part ways with Spring, I wanted to give a final shout-out to my favorite Spring flower: Tulips!!!! 

I love the graceful simplicity of a white tulip bouquet for Spring Brides:

 

I love the unexpected, pretty look of a closed, white tulip bouquet for Spring Bridesmaids:

I love this white parrot tulip centerpiece almost more than words can describe:

Tulips, you have my Spring heart!

Tell me, what do you love about Spring? 

Photo 1 Travis Hoehne Photography via; Photo 2 Captured Photography by Jenny via; Photo 3 Jose Villa via

baby, baby

I've never had an opinion about baby's breath one way or the other until now. I see it popping up everywhere in the wedding world & I'm falling in love.  Baby's breath is so simple & sweet, just my style.

Here are a few examples of baby's breath in weddings that made me fall in love:

The bunting is darling but the baby's breath arrangements make the statement for this ceremony altar:

Baby's breath bridal bouquet that is seemingly heaven-sent:

Delicate baby's breath mixed with fragile stephanotis is bridesmaid bouquet perfection:

Escort cards nestled in a bed of fluffy baby's breath is quite genius:

Varied containers wrapped with ribbon & filled with baby's breath makes the ultimate simply pretty centerpieces:

Best of all, baby's breath is inexpensive.  Music to the ears of Brides on a tight budget! 

Are you seeing baby's breath everywhere too?  Hate, Love or Like?  I vote LOVE!

Photo 1 & 5 Yolande Marx via Photo 2 Jonathan Ong via Photo 3 via Photo 4 Braedon Photography via