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Photography by Megan Sorel Photography
Written by Ariel Yve, Ariel Yve Design  

For decades, if not centuries, jewelers have created stunning pieces inspired by the alluring sensuality of flowers and nature. At YWD, we wondered about the possibilities of creating floral bouquets inspired by stunning nature inspired jewelry. So we put four prominent floral designers up to the task. Whether you draw inspiration from an heirloom art deco diamond broach or a new semi-precious lavalier necklace, let the timeless beauty of flowers and diamonds inspire you to create something truly special and unique for your wedding day.

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Laura from S.R. Houe drew inspiration from nature and the vibrant flowers associated with the summertime. The pieces selected from Bryant & Sons made her think of "walking through a beautiful garden with fragrant roses, bright pink peonies, lush hydrangea plants, and dragonflies (a sign of good luck) flying around me in the summer breeze."
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An artist in her own right, Camilla of Camilla Svensson Burns Floral Design found inspiration in the form of a stunning green pear-shaped pendant from Kevin Main Jewelers. “The color definitely struck a chord with me. I love that Celadon Celery hue.” Much like Camilla’s creation, “the pendant itself has a traditional feel with contemporary elegance...” 
Camilla Svensson Burns Floral Design
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Michelle and Wendee from Your Image Botanical Design fully embraced our challenge through their floral interpretation of a stunning bohemian style necklace from Primavera Gallery.  Michelle said, “The impetus for this floral display was in part because of the history and culture of the jewelry...to us this was like creating a late-century still-life painting.” 
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From the seasons to an entire era, Nico of Nico Designs was inspired by a pavé diamond necklace and earrings from Montecito jeweler, AH Gaspar. “The jewelry looked very vintage to me...1940’s or 1950’s.  So I thought a lot about popular flowers from that era and tried to create an updated version of a bouquet, using timeless and traditional colors and flowers.”
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Tips
  • #31 FLORAL DECOR
    No wedding is complete without flowers. Try updating the traditional centerpiece by using masses of your favorite flowers in a variety of complementary tones for added texture and interest. For instance, if your bloom-of-choice is the gerbera daisy, try one centerpiece with dozens of red gerberas, another with orange, and another with fuchsia-colored bunches. Let your imagination run wild!
    Ariel Yve, Ariel Yve Design

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  • #21 LA FLEUR TABLE
    Cover your entire table top with a single bold color of petals. Not just a scattering, but the entire top of the table with a thick layer of petals! You can purchase them at a farmers market or order them through your florist. Place your chargers, place settings, glassware and centerpieces in a contrasting color and lots of candles directly onto the petals for a stunning, romantic look!
    Jill La Fleur, The Wedding Planner

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  • #26 MARRYING MINDFULLY
    Creating the “perfect wedding” can easily overshadow what is really important about getting married—creating a sacred and lifelong bond with your beloved. Your wedding is not a “to-do” list. Take time to tend to your relationship and to yourselves so that you enter into the celebration relaxed, joyful, and with a full heart.
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