Each year, the Pantone company delivers its top picks for the most popular colors of the upcoming year. Their Color Matching System is used worldwide, referenced by professionals ranging from printers to painters to standardize shades of color, These colors often end up trending for weddings as well, evidenced in bridesmaid dresses and decor, as well as flowers. This year’s finalists include colors ranging from the bright and cheerful Primrose Yellow to the muted and romantic Pale Dogwood (a soft pink). The winner of Color of the Year for 2017 is Greenery, a yellow-green color similar to chartreuse, and we can expect to see a lot of this olor in upcoming trends. However, all ten of these colors are expected to be popular in 2017, especially in wedding design and planning. Those planning spring weddings may find the perfect color right here at Ah Sam Florist.
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Category Archives: Flowers
A Floral Wedding Proposal
There is perhaps no element more intertwined in the wedding planning process than flowers – from the proposal to the reception centerpieces, the beauty of flowers represents romance, hope, excitement and more. While you may not think of incorporating floral details into your wedding proposal, they can make all the difference – elevating a special event to an extraordinary experience. The wedding planners at Ah Sam Florist have seen many wonderful proposals and have participated in hundreds of San Mateo area weddings, and we would love to assist you in creating a proposal your intended will never forget.
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Wedding Details that Make the Difference
Planning for your wedding day is made up of a series of decisions large and small. At Ah Sam Florist, we are experts not only at providing the main elements of the day – bridal bouquets and centerpieces – but the smaller wedding details that can make all the difference. In San Mateo, we are the premier wedding florist to call; from the flower girl’s entrance to the final dance, we have the ideas and inspiration you’ll love.
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Trending this Year – Metallic Wedding Accents
When it comes to wedding trends, some come and some go. But one trend that has been popular for some time and is only gaining in prevalence is that of metallic wedding accents. From glittering tablecloths to silver pendant lighting, there are hundreds of ways to incorporate metallics into your wedding. Trust Ah Sam Florist to not only provide you with stunning wedding florals but to help you to add the glimmer and shine!
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Orchid Bridal Bouquets and Wedding Flowers
Creating orchid bridal bouquets will set an elegant and sophisticated mood for your wedding day. These exotic flowers are as beautiful and unique as the bride herself, and their lavish presence is unparalleled. There are thousands of varieties of orchids, but three are most often used in wedding planning. If you are planning a San Mateo area wedding and have your heart set on orchids, you’ve made a wonderful choice.
Experts say the most often requested orchid for nuptial ceremonies is the dendrobium. This delicate flower comes in many different varieties and a full spectrum of bright and vivid flowers, perfect for personal flowers ar dramatic centerpieces. Cymbidium orchids have always been popular but are trending in wedding circles this season, especially the striking green cymbidium orchid, which blends well with succulents and other unique elements. Cymbidium orchids also often exhibit intricate color variations and patterns which make for striking bouquets.
The phalaenopsis orchid is also known as the moth orchid, because its flat, broad petals look like moth wings. These orchids are often seen as corsages and boutonnieres as they stand well on their own. Phalaenopsis orchids are also seen commonly in potted varieties, as they grow well – therefore they make wonderful centerpieces that can be brought home after the wedding and provide graceful decor in the home.
When it come to choosing your wedding flowers, first call Ah Sam Florist. Our expert wedding consultants will work with you to choose the perfect orchids to incorporate into your dream wedding day. From orchid bridal bouquets to aisle flowers, from cake decor to reception venue adornment – our floral designers will help you to create your vision. Using orchids in wedding flowers is a classic choice, but making that choice is only the beginning. With so many colors, styles, and varieties, your wedding flowers are sure to be one-of-a-kind.
Planning for the Perfect Holiday Wedding
If you are planning for a holiday wedding this year, your plans should be in full swing. And to help you along, we are writing this “Christmas in July” post – because the holidays will be here before you know it, and now is the time to begin to finalize your plans. By now you have likely chosen a venue, as well as the bridesmaid’s dress color palette. With these two crucial pieces in place, you are perfectly poised to find the perfect wedding florist.
Are florists all the same? Not by a long shot. You’ll want to choose a florist that has experience staging weddings, as well as one who is capable of providing florals for your wedding at one of the busiest times of the year. That is why we recommend that you make an appointment with an Ah Sam wedding consultant as soon as possible. As experts, we will discuss many important points with you, including:
* Be sure to contact the church/ceremony location as well as the reception venue to determine if they will already have holiday decor in place. You do not want your chosen theme to clash with the venue, nor duplicate efforts- the decorations that will already be in place may be perfect!
* Consider working within a chosen color scheme, not necessarily a specific set of flowers. During the winter, some flowers may not be available locally. We will discuss options, including alternate blooms or even filling in your natural bouquet with some silk blooms.
* The most popular holiday wedding palettes are red, white or a combination of both. But to make a truly beautiful seasonal statement, also consider evergreens, white branches or pine cones as additional natural elements. And how about a little mistletoe? It is, after all, a very romantic occasion!
* The use of metallic accents is a great way to bring holiday sparkle to your decor; from vases to silverware. Crystal baubles and flickering candles are also lovely holiday touches.
The talented wedding planners at Ah Sam have many more options, ideas, and suggestions that are sure to make your holiday wedding truly memorable. But with most industry experts advising that you select wedding flowers at least 4-6 months in advance, now is the time to give us a call.
Trust Your Wedding Flowers to a Professional Designer
There are many decisions to be made when you are planning your San Mateo wedding. And because each of them has a price tag associated with it, it is easy to fall into the trap of looking for the cheapest options to stay within budget – but let’s stop and think about this for a moment. Do you want one of the most visible and memorable aspects of your wedding – your flowers – to be less than what you have always imagined?
At Ah Sam Florist, your wedding flowers will be entrusted to a professional floral designer who will work at creating an aesthetic tailored to your desires. Your wedding venue will be adorned with custom floral arrangements which will create the look and atmosphere you’ve always imagined. You may think that this will be an expensive option, but in reality, an expert designer is likely the very person who an help you succeed with your vision while staying within budget.
An Ah Sam designer can listen to your wishes, look at the photos you have collected and talk with you about the overall ambiance you are envisioning – and make recommendations for the flowers that will exceed all your expectations while staying within budget. For instance, you may have your heart set on one type of flower – but if they are out of your budget, you will have to compromise somewhere, usually with the size of the arrangement, or overall quality. But as Ah Sam owner Lori Leong points out, a designer can make recommendations as to other blossoms you may consider that will give the same feeling and effect. June is a lucky month as you can choose from the end of the spring flower season, or the beginning of summer blooms – with fewer limitations, nearly all flowers are available.
By bringing your wish list into Ah Sam Florist and speaking to a dedicated floral designer, you can be assured that they will create gorgeous bouquets and centerpieces that meet every expectation. It is your special day – make sure you partner with a floral designer who can help you bring it to life.
Summer Weddings, Beat the Heat
Outdoor weddings are especially beautiful, and in the summertime the open air beckons. In San Mateo, balmy temperatures are easy to rely on in the summer months; a successful al fresco wedding during these months can be planned for with a few simple safeguards.
Summer palettes always brighten up a bit, and this year is no exception. Rustic bouquets of bright blooms that are reminiscent of a wildflower meadow are as popular as ever. Although we do not have wiltingly hot days in this part of the country, it is prudent to make a few simply preparations to make sure your flowers look their best all day long.
- If your entire day will be held outside, from photos to reception, consider two bouquets – one for photos and one for the ceremony, just in case flowers begin to wilt.
- Some cut flowers do better in heat. Using hardy flowers – including roses, orchids, calla lilies and the colorful celosia and lisianthus – will yield bouquets and centerpieces that withstand the sunshine.
- Arrange with Ah Sam to schedule two deliveries – one for photo bouquets prior to the ceremony, one for reception arrangements a bit later – in order to limit the time flowers will be outside.
- Look for ways to keep your flowers in water as much as possible.
As you plan your summer wedding, contact Ah Sam’s expert florists for ideas as to how to create stunning bridal bouquets and centerpieces that will hold up to any weather you may encounter. You have one shot at your wedding day, so let the floral designers at Ah Sam of San Mateo help you to ensure that your flowers stay as fresh as possible, from beginning to end.
Tall Wedding Centerpieces for Your California Wedding
The 2016 wedding planning is in full swing, and as always the trends are emerging. From dresses to color palettes, the most popular themes this year are returning to classic romance. When it comes to floral centerpieces, that translates to untamed bouquets, mismatched flowers and unique arrangements inspired by nature herself.
The romance will tower over your event with these tall centerpiece creations by Ah Sam of San Mateo as they welcome everyone. As sophisticated and beautiful as these centerpieces are, they also serve a practical purpose. By elevating the bouquet, guests can more easily converse and mingle around the table.
More and more couples are trending away from monochromatic and perfectly matched florals, instead opting for mixed arrangements that vary from table to table. This centerpiece brought together several of the more popular aspects of modern weddings; including bright flowers in soaring glass vases.
Tall, willowy containers also offer the opportunity for elegant design touches; like these orange calla lilies from the bouquets which are displayed in the stem of the vase as well. You can also suspend orchids, rose petals, or other floral accents in water or crystals for delicate details.
Tall centerpiece displays can be made even more striking by adding floral stalks, creating a piece that reaches romantically towards the sky. Lupines, larkspur or snapdragons are popular stalk flowers; while natural elements such as twigs can also be utilized.
If you are interested in looking into tall centerpiece arrangements for your 2016 wedding, talk to the wedding experts at Ah Sam Florists. We will create a floral landscape just for you, that captures all the romance and elegance of your special day.
A Few of Our Favorite San Mateo Wedding Flowers
Are you planning a wedding in 2016?
Ah Sam Florist has assisted hundreds of San Mateo area couples with creating beautiful, elegant or whimsical settings and backdrops for their dream day – and we look forward to helping you. As you embark on choosing your venue, color palette and dresses, we’d like to offer some inspiration. These photos represent some of our favorite past wedding flowers, and we look forward to including your photos next year!
Rich palettes that incorporate jewel tones bring a luxurious ambiance to any venue or setting; red gerbera daisies and roses mixed with purple accents and wispy black feathers create a sophisticated look. For a more simplistic, yet equally opulent bouquet, choose exotic white blooms with a single accent jewel tone.
Show off your originality with a creative and unique centerpiece that defies convention. These brides chose towering calla lilies in orange or white to bring a stately elegance to the reception.
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This wooded setting was illuminated in pink stargazer lilies and roses; cascading bouquets of white flowers adorned the sides of the wedding gazebo. Complementary arrangements fill the setting with vibrant color and beauty.
This stunning cake was part of a white winter wedding; while the bride carried an all-white bridal bouquet, the venue arrangements added splashes of color to the elegant neutral palette.
From San Mateo to San Jose, Ah Sam is your premier wedding florist. Congratulations to all newly engaged couples – we look forward to working with you to create your dream wedding in 2016.