The wonderful Preston Bailey recently posted some interesting information about the blooms that he is most asked for by his clients from around the globe.  Pretty interesting stuff when you think about trends.  I happen to think that designed well, almost anything can be beautiful and stunning – the right application is key.

These are Preston’s results: (remember he is on the other coast) along with my own notes on what we’re doing going into wedding season on the beautiful Central Coast.

• Roses – In: I’m especially in love with the big voluptuous English Garden roses we’re getting from a variety of growers in California.  We often substitute them for peonies when they are out of season.  Added benefit – they smell amazing!

• Amaryllis – In: We like them best in “over the top” bridal bouquets or in ultra clean and modern centerpieces in a minimalist vase.  This also happens to be my favorite Christmas gift to give – in bulb form.

• Tulips – In: (especially parrots) Admittedly, I do have a serious thing with parrot tulips – I try to suggest them as much as possible – the dark midnight red ones are my absolute favorite – followed in a very close second to the green ones.  They remind me of the old Dutch painter’s iconic still life paintings – the ones I “doddle” over in a museum as my husband is trying to move on.

• Dahlias – Out: We actually have seen a consistent interest in dahlias for weddings in the mid to late season.  We work the dark bordeaux ones into winery wedding  bouquets and our new favorite are the button ones (white) that are so exquisite in shape.  These are also locally grown and really cut our carbon foot print as we don’t have to ship them in.

For more incredible event and trend tips and design, be sure to visit Preston Baily’s blog – or better yet, check out his books.  They are all incredible – of course my copies are all personally autographed I’m happy to share!