When all the planning finally comes together and transforms the wedding day.
Dear Married-To-Be Couples,
By this stage, we shared ideas with each other, put together a mood board for inspiration, visited the venue together, exchanged plenty of emails and discussed the timings of the day in detail to ensure your wedding day will be unforgettable!
Amy and Nick’s wedding was full of love, laughter and happy tears, as well as plenty of details with symbolic meanings. My absolute favourite was Amy’s family lace, made generations ago in their lace factory, that was added to all the bouquets and buttonholes. I think the most beautiful ribbons I’ve ever used! 🤍
Have the best time organising your big day and if you’ve been dreaming of framing your love with imaginative floral design, then just get in touch, I’m ready for you! 😊
Dorina x
VENUE | @the_wholehouse
PHOTO | @throughthewoodsweran
FLORIST | @dorothyseedflorists
DRESS | @themewsbridal @mademoiselle_de_guise
MUA | @nikkilouise.hmua @ruthstarkiemua
HAIR | @larasmithhair
@amy_elizi 🥰
Celebrating Earth Day 🌎You might find my recent blog in your inbox talking about how you can reduce the carbon footprint of your wedding flowers. This reel sums it up, although feel free to read the whole guide on our website, if you think it might be useful for your planning. https://www.dorothyseed.com/post/7-ways-to-make-your-wedding-flowers-more-sustainable“We don’t need a handful of people doing zero waste perfectly. We need millions of people doing it imperfectly” - Anne-Marie Bonneau (Zero-Waste Chef)🌷Main ingredients for featured flowers sourced from @smithandmunson @wildzinniabristol @evolveflowers @flowervisionbristol #earthday #forconsciouscouples #sustainableweddingflowers #dorothyseed #herefordshireweddingflorist #southwalesweddingflorist #monmouthshireweddingflorist #southwestweddingflorist #bristolweddingflorist #ecoconsciousweddingflorist #dorothyseed
Spring Wedding at Dewsall Court. 💍🌸
There’s no point in trying to deny that @dewsall.court in Herefordshire is one of our most favourite venues. So when April and Alex have chosen us to be their wedding florist, I was over the moon of course! ☺️
The charming stone walls, the characterful wooden beams, the huge glass doors, all in a picturesque setting, away from all the noise and distraction. The most tranquil place to have the family come together, relax and most importantly to say ‘I do’!
The brief was perfect: sustainable, colourful, seasonal. We used burgundy, purple and red as the dominating colours, alongside blue, peach, yellow and some white. The ceilings were adorned with fresh, British evergreen foliage to bring elements of the woodland inside.
All this wouldn’t have been possible without the support of the amazing florists who helped our vision come to life. A massive shout out to @lucycocofloristry @georgefrederickofficial and @cjeq56 , as well as my amazing fiancé @cfrupe89 ♥️. You guys are the best!
Flowers sourced from:
@evolveflowers
@wildzinniabristol
@smithandmunson
@flowervisionbristol
#herefordshirewedding #herefordshireweddingflorist #springweddinghereford #dewsallcourtwedding #dewsallcourt #herefordwedding #sustainablewedding #ecoconsciousfloristry #forconsciouscouples #weddingfloristherefordshire #floralinstallation #dorothyseed
Our first day at #cwtchfest2024 is ✔️! What a fantastic atmosphere and so many lovely new faces!
Thank you for coming by our stand today, created in collaboration with @meganandclaude , it was so nice to chat with you about your initial wedding plans. The kettle is on now and I’ll sit down in a bit to forward our Wedding Lookbook to you for further inspiration! ☺️
It was so nice to meet/catch up with these brilliant fellow wedding suppliers too 🙌:
@thegowercelebrant
@oliverreesphotography
@barkworks_weddings
@laurabeth_events
@carmelteresaphoto
@tandmtechnical
@wearemusichq
@katestuartphotography
@artbydesignphotography
@blue_hill_flora @verityatblush
And more!
So are you coming tomorrow? ☺️
#cwtchthebride #cwtchfest2024 #candlestonwoods #dorothyseed #southwaleswedding #southwalesweddingflorist
I visited Reseiclo - Rescued Wood this morning to discuss some mechanics that this incredible team is creating for me. I first collaborated with them when we opened the shop to have my bespoke workbench and shelving designed by them. I have to say, everything I’ve received from these guys has been perfectly unique and really sturdy. It’s incredible what can be created from something that would otherwise end up in a landfill or someone’s fireplace.
Reseiclo works in partnership with Reseiclo Training, a non-profit organization providing training opportunities to people with learning difficulties and mental health issues. They not only learn valuable woodworking skills while creating planters, bird feeders, sheds, and more, but also become part of a welcoming community.
What a wonderful ethos! Perfectly in line with everything we believe in. 🤗
#communityproject #recycledwood #environmentallyconscious #forconsciouscouples #southwalesweddingflorist
Only six days left until our Spring Wreath and Table Styling Workshop with John Lewis Cardiff. If you’d like to come, it’s not too late to get your tickets, we have a few left. ☺️
We will be using sustainable methods, adding 🇬🇧 grown flowers and plants to create our eco-friendly arrangement, ready for Easter. 🐣
We can’t wait to welcoming you on the 20th March on the 3rd floor at John Lewis Cardiff.
Dorina and the Home Design team at John Lewis x
#springwreath #springwreathworkshop #ecofriendlyeaster #easterwreath #eastertabledecor
@johnlewis @jl_charlottes @jl_raeaub @jl_homedesigncardiff @littlesquaresbyjules
✏️ 5 things to tell a wedding florist before the initial consultation:
📅 1. Date of your wedding: not much to explain about this, your florist will need to check if they are available on your chosen day.
🏛️ 2. Your venue: this will greatly affect what kind of style and design a florist would come up with. We need to consider architecture, decor, the surroundings and logistics.
💐 3. A list of items you are hoping for: this way your florist already has an idea what flowers to suggest and will be able to give you a rough estimate on costs.
🪩 4. The theme or style of the wedding: whether it’s a chic and romantic affair or a vibrant and colourful ‘80s disco style, this information will help to get our creative mind working. If you have started a Pinterest board, you can share the link with your florist too, so they’ll see what you get inspired by.
💰 5. Your approximate budget: those Pinterest-perfect images often cost more than a couple might anticipate. Knowing your budget helps us offer alternatives aligned with realistic expectations.
If you’d like to chat about your wedding plans and you are still looking for a florist who is passionate about their craft, values the uniqueness of their couples and wants to create the most memorable experience, then I’m totally your person! 🙋♀️
Follow the link in our BIO for our Wedding Enquiry page and let’s start talking flowers! 🌸💍
#southwalesweddingflorist #herefordshireweddingflorist #southwestweddingflorist #bristolweddingflorist #cardiffweddingflorist #cotswoldweddingflorist #uskcastle #plaspantyderimanor #chewvalleyweddings #thewholehouse #caerllan #cobblesweddings #dewsallcourt #coombelodge #oldwallsgower #coedymwstwr #thebarnatdrovers #thecornexchange #kingarthurhotelgower #treowenhouse #llantiliohouse #broadfieldcourt #sugarloafbarn #clearwellcastle #brinsopcourt #coedruralartspace #thehaybarn #santffraedhouse #barnatbrynich #dorothyseed
Mother’s Day is 4 weeks away!!! 🌸🥰
So as you requested, we are going to be creating our lovely bunches to celebrate all the amazing mother figures out there!
These arrangements will include lovely, British-grown spring flowers, wrapped in fully compostable packaging and will be as sustainable as it can be. 😊
We want to help you showing your gratitude to your loved ones whilst trading gently on the planet. 🌍
I’m planning to use stunning specialist Tulips, Narcissi, Hyacinths and whatever lovely seasonal flowers our British wholesaler will offer. One for certain: they will be authentic, beautiful and will smell amazing!! 🥰
I can’t wait to get started creating them for you!
Feel free to get in touch if you have any questions or enquiries. 😊
Dorina x
#dorothyseed #mothersdayflower #newportflorist #southwalesflorist #mothersdaybouquet #sustainableflorist #britishflowers #consciousflorist #consciousflowers
What we have learnt at the Sustainable Wedding Summit:
💡 Progress matters over perfection!
💡 Be authentic with your brand and who you are!
💡 Embrace challenges and take one step at the time.
💡 Do your research and use more evidence based statements.
💡 Connect with people who share the same values!
What actions we will take following the summit:
✨ We will complete our Sustainable Wedding Alliance accreditation by the end of this year!
✨ Communicate our ethos more clearly by being an advocate for #climatechange .
✨ We pledge to take more measurable actions with the help of @the_donation - starting with switching to a more ethical bank!
✨ Pay even closer attention to our suppliers, researching more in depth where our flowers come from and share their story (cannot wait to work on this with the wonderful @jacquioflorals 🥰).
✨ We will remain transparent, honest, approachable, fun and will put all our love and enthusiasm into our creations!! ❤️
It will be an incredible year! Last night gave me so much energy and excitement about our business and confirmed that we are doing the right thing with the right values! The team and members of the @sustainableweddingallianceuk are one of the kindest, most welcoming and encouraging people I’ve met in the industry and I’m so proud to be a part of it! Genuinely, I feel empowered after meeting, listening and talking to these incredible humans: organisers, speakers and wedding suppliers.
Thank you for being so generous sharing your wisdom and for making this day one of the best ones🌱💚: @sustainableweddingallianceuk
@sustainableish @elmorecourt @wellbeingfarm @_chandco_ @bridalreloved @thesmall99 @theplanetmark @zopeful_hq @thevenueexperts @worsley_creative @magpiewedding
Here’s a list of some of the awesome people we’ve met:
@lilac_and_lace_floral_design @4yaparty @vintage_florrie @jacquioflorals @higher.holcombe @featherstoneflowers @michelle_funkycelebrant @lov_leaf @evolveflowers
TRENDING BRIDAL BOUQUETS IN 2024 ✨
If you love flowers as we do and they have a key role on your wedding day, I’m sure you’ve spent countless of hours on Instagram and Pinterest to pick your favourite! Whether they are a contemporary, symmetric design, a bohemian and effortless look or trailing, free-flowing arrangement, we all have a favourite.
Here are some bridal bouquet styles we love to create and will still be a big hit in 2024:
🌸Cascading Drip Bouquet: A modern, more architectural version of the traditional cascading bouquet, including elements that stand out and bring movement to the arrangement.
🌸Presentation Bouquets: The flowers arranged flat and they are carried over the arm. I loved creating this using dried materials!
🌸 Airy Fan-shaped Bouquets:
These floral heavy arrangements were a big favourite! Amazing possibilities to create a more unusual , romantic arrangement and the perfect opportunity to embrace asymmetry.
🌸 Wispy, Wild Hand-tied Bouquets:
The reflection of a wild, floral meadow, including little flowers and feathery grasses. A real delight for a midsummer wedding!
🌸Asymmetrical, foliage heavy bouquet:
It is absolutely stunning if you love to represent the autumnal foliage in your style. Incorporate all sort of shapes and colours of branches, twigs and leaves and you’ll hardly need any flowers. The foliage shine on their own! And of course finish it with a gorgeous ribbon.
What would be your favourite?
#bridalbouquet #bridalbouquet2024 #weddingflowers #wedding2024 #letsgetmarried #weddingflowerideas #naturalweddingflowers #wildflowerwedding #driedflowerwedding #loveofflowers #southwalesweddings #southwestwedding #monmouthshirewedding #herefordshirewedding #gloucestershirewedding #bristolwedding #cardiffwedding #dorothyseed #forconsciouscouples #sustainableweddingalliance
ALL ABOARD FOR OUR FESTIVE WREATH WORKSHOP! 🌲Christmas wreaths with a twist and a conscious minded approach this year? That’s what our workshop is all about, which is held at @newport.market for the second year. 🙌 Did you know that we use British grown willow to weave our own vase with, so the final piece will be fully compostable? We have a great selection of festive foliage, reusable ribbons and you can add additional dried flowers, if you fancy making something different!There are still some tickets available on the website, so grab one for yourself and your best pal. 😊 Come to hang out with us and enjoy a drink or two offered by @academyespressobars .Any questions, just get in touch! ☺️Happy Festive Season! It’s officially starting this weekend with Advent! 🎄#dorothyseed #christmaswreathworkshop #christmasiscoming #getfestive #christmasdecor #diychristmas #newportmarket #southwales
NO FLORAL FOAM WHATSOEVER.
That’s right. We don’t use any kind of floral foam. At all. 🚫
We are all about sustainable solutions, putting in research to find eco-friendly alternatives to support and hydrate our flowers, that won’t harm the planet. 🌎
For this stunning door installation, shoutout to @leigh.chappell.flowers and @ravenshillflowerfarm for the inspiration from their recent workshop at @pauntley_court ! 🙌 Used bracken and chicken wire as the base - reusable, compostable, and plastic-free! ♻️
Ever think about the environmental impact of the florist industry? Check out our Sustainability Policy on our website for mor insight on our eco-friendly efforts! 🌱
#dorothyseed #sustainability #sustainablefloristry #ecofriendlyflorist #nofloralfoam #banfloralfoam #forconsciouscouples #southwalesflorist #southwestflorist #christmasinstallation #christmasdecor
@newport.market
WARMTH.
WARMTH.
Gentle autumn sunlight.
Leaves rustling on the ground.
Canopies painted in shades of green, golden and maroon.
Shapes and shadows of the beauty of deceased and dried plant materials.
Blooms gracefully showcasing their last performance before the arrival of the first frost.
All of these elements were used as an inspiration at our recent shoot with the most wonderful crew of wedding suppliers, organised by the wonderful @neil_w_photo and @whisperbridalboutique .
Thank you for the video @hollycassidyvideography , you have captured the essence and the intentions of the day beautifully!
Shout out to all these legends!
Venue: @themountwithout_events
Photography: @neil_w_photo
Styling: @meganandclaude
Dresses: @whisperbridalboutique
Videography: @hollycassidyvideography
Flowers: @dorothyseedflorists
Jewellery: @liou_woman
Stationery: @jonesandjoy
Cake: @sweetpeachcakestudio
Suit: @nathanpalmerbespoke
Makeup: @byclaudiasugs
Models: @married_model_couple @giosugs @ellenevz
#bristolwedding #weddingflowersbristol ##styledshoot #eventsbristol #ukweddingflorist #bridalbouquet #autumnweddingflowers #ecofriendlyflorist
@newport.market
CHRISTMAS WREATH WITH A TWIST! 🌲
Just have a think about it… 😉. I totally understand that it isn’t everyone’s thing but I love change and things that are different. So just thought why not?
LEAVE A ♥️ in the comments or 👎 if… well…. Not really 😄. Your opinion matters! 🥰
#dorothyseed #newportmarket #christmaswreath #bracken #brackenwreath #christmasdecor #doorwreath #christmaswithatwist #newportflorist #southwales
@newport.market
1. Do dried flowers last forever?Unpopular opinion but the term ‘everlasting flowers’ is incorrect when we are talking about dried flowers. They are natural products, therefore they will decompose and perish with time. They have a good amount of months, even years in them though! ⏳2. How do I look after my dried flowers?Simple, leave them out of direct sunlight, so they can keep their colour longer. Also somewhere dry, away from humidity, so they can keep their shape. 🕶️3. How do you dry your flowers? I normally hang them upside down, somewhere warm, dry and out of direct sunlight (except if I want to bleach them… then they go to the greenhouse). Each flower needs different length of time to get fully dried and not all suitable to drying. 🙃4. Are dried flowers sustainable?Yes, they are. As long as they are natural and not chemically dyed or preserved. I enjoy the process of reusing materials as much as possible, knowing that they will bring pleasure to someone in the next stage of their life. 🌱5. Why to choose dried flowers?Dried flowers are the perfect choice if you embrace art and natural beauty. The form of shapes and textures rather than relying only on vibrant colours or scent. They have a timeless elegance mixed with versatility, offering endless opportunities to use them in floral design. 🥀Would you add any other questions? Comment below and I’ll answer with my best knowledge. ☺️#dorothyseed #driedflowerart #weddingflowers #weddingflowerinspiration #driedweddingflowers #driedbouquet #driedbridalbouquet #naturaldriedflower #sustainablefloristry #ecofriendlyflowers #weddingideas #southwales #newport
CALLING ALL WED-TO-BE COUPLES! 📢Love, laughter and happily ever after (or something like that 😁). We are definitely up for it all!Our 2024 diary is filling up nicely and we are taking on bookings for 2025. 📔🪄 Want some floral magic on your big day? Let’s make it happen! 🌸 Book now for a personal and fun wedding experience with us! Can’t wait to hear all about your upcoming plans! ☺️To enquire, visit our website (link in bio) or drop a comment below if you want to hear more! Venue: @dewsall.court #wedding #weddingflowers #wedding2024 #wedding2025 #weddinginspo #weddingideas #weddingflorist #ukflorist #travellingflorist #destinationwedding #ecoconsciouswedding #consciouscouples #floralmagic #weddingexperience
FLOWER DELIVERY 🌸🚚
Normally, I have to travel further to bring your lovely flowers to your door, however this morning I just walked to the lovely Charlotte’s house with her birthday flowers. 🎉 Although I couldn’t resist to stop of for a few shots with these gorgeous wild flower meadow by Newport train station 🥰.
Are you a fan of green areas in the city? I love to stop off by a few spots, especially if they are done with the intention to support wildlife, as well as our mental health.
#dorothyseed #newportflorist #southwalesflorist #flowerdelivery #naturalflowerdesign #naturalfloristry #bouquetdelivery #giftbouquet #newport #southwales
@newport.market
June, sunshine, pastels, woodland and meadow… all that in this broken arch for H&E’s wedding today. This piece had to perform in two different locations (more photos to follow)!!
#dorothyseed #weddingflorist #sustainableweddingflowers #ecofriendlywedding #seasonalweddingflowers #ecofriendly #floralfoamfree #nofloralfoam #ecofriendlyflorist #naturalfloraldesign #newportweddingflorist #southwalesweddingflorist #southwestweddingflorist #chewvalleyweddings #chewvalley #chewvalleylake #junewedding
@chewvalleyweddings
