Katie and Anthony 9/10/2011

Katie and Anthony were married on September 10,2011 at Belle Mer in Newport RI. Katie's inspiration came from her love of geology. Colors of gray, deep blue, white and black were incorporated, as well as many textured elements. Glass, slate, branch, feathers, diamonds, candles and geodes were scattered throughout the reception! The tables were adorned with amazing textural gardens comprised of hydrangeas, orchids, millet, thistle, fiddleheads, dusty miller, roses, stock, dahlias, steel berry, viburnum berry and succulents! Katie and Anthony took their vows under our beautiful natural chuppa, overflowing with gorgeous white phalaenopsis orchids! The backdrop of the ocean added that extra special touch, making the moment just perfect! It was a beautiful day for a beautiful couple!

Thanks to Shyla Photography for such beautiful photos to share!! http://shylaphotography.com/

Anniversaries!

We love helping our past brides celebrate their anniversaries!!! Most of the time, the husbands call up and tell us to recreate their bouquets from the wedding!!! (Good move on their part!!!! lol) This is something we LOVE to do! We like to go back in time and remember making it the first time and hopefully when the bride sees it again, she remembers every detail and special moment from their wedding day!

This is Jackie Salett Orent! Jackie and Jonathan were married at Ledgemont Country Club in Seekonk, Ma! We had a great time designing for this wedding!!




For their first anniversary, her bridal bouquet was recreated!!!


We love that our brides love their original bouquets so much that their husbands call and request them for gifts!

Lindsey's Yellow Wedding

Here we have the bridal bouquet which features flowers such as roses, freesia, billy balls, succulents and balsa wood flowers and many more!

Then to the left is one of the bridesmaids bouquets. Full of yellow roses with grosgrain ribbon!!!


Here are two more bridesmaids bouquets. Still more yellow......but with some freesia and protea!

Garden centerpieces. Such a diverse yellow arrangement with different textures and heights. Every angle is different and is wondrous to look at. Each one is meant to be a conversation piece!

Awesome yellow candle sticks supplied by our bride make awesome stands for our assorted floral spheres. Way to go Lindsay for painting the candlesticks yellow!!!

Here is a Thank you note that Lindsey gave us after her wedding:

Hi Semia!!

Jonathan and I wanted to thank you and your team for all of your hard work. You made our wedding absolutely stunning!! I LOVED LOVED LOVED the flowers and everything came together perfectly!! It was more beautiful than I could have ever dreamed of. We had the best day and we are so thankful that the FBS team was a part of it. You are truly talented and it was a pleasure to work with you!! I hope you have some time to enjoy the summer with your family between designing more amazing events. :)

Love,

Lindsey

XO

Terrariums

We have been designing terrariums for the Westin Providence Hotel for a few months now and people continually ask us about them. So I figured I would share some information on these beauties!!

The art of the terrarium began it's popularity in the Victorian Era. They were first called Wardian Cases named after the founder Nathaniel Bagshaw Ward. While experimenting on insect growth, he unexpectedly discovered seedling ferns and sprouts of grass blooming inside the glass bottles used for the experiment! The science of terrariums was born!

Terrariums are a collection of compatible plants grown in an enclosed or partially enclosed clear container. The plants transpire moisture through their leaves which then condenses on the glass and travels back to the soil. This so called "rain effect" allows for minimal maintenance. No green thumb needed!

These gardens can be designed as small or as large as the imagination allows. Its as easy as 1,2,3!

#1-Choosing your container. Chose a transparent container either with or without a lid. A lid will provide the most suitable environment for the plants moisture intake. Pick interesting containers for visual interest. Apothecary jars, canning jars, and dome jars make for some beautiful arrangements.

#2- Layering your foundation. Place a layer of horticulture charcoal, then a layer spaghnum moss, topped with good quality soil and finished with a layer of decorative moss and/or rocks!

#3- Planting. Select plants that have visual interest. Pick plants that are slow growing and ones that thrive in a warm stable atmosphere. Ferns, ivies, violets, begonias, bromeliads, and succulents are varieties that work well. Set your plants in your foundation, give them a bit of water and enjoy! Your done! Of course if you want to get creative go ahead!! Have fun!!

Elizabeth and Taber 10/23/2010

Back in 2009 we received an email from a couple, Elizabeth and Taber, inquiring about our services for a wedding in 2010. The couple lived in New York, so much of the correspondence needed to happen via email. We assured Elizabeth that we accommodate out of town brides on a regular basis and she could be at ease knowing we would give the attention needed to capture her vision.

The planning began!

Elizabeth, like every bride, was on a budget. She needed to decide what elements were most important to her and her future groom. The couple envisioned a modern romantic setting. We worked together with them to choose the perfect colors for their theme. The palette was set for whites,creams,greens,browns and blues. This palatte is perferct for setting the romantic serene atmosphere!

The most important element to Elizabeth was the bridal party bouquets. She really wanted us to put a lot of attention into creating interesting and sizeable bouquets for her and her girls. Her bridesmaids were to wear contemporary vibrant blue dresses. We knew we had to choose flowers that would be really captivating yet not compete with such a bold color.

Bouquets were created using a compilation of hydrangea, garden roses, dahlias, succulents, ranunculus, queen ann's lace, and textured grasses.

The reception was held at The Biltmore Providence in RI.

She envisioned her reception to be warm and romantic with a classic flair. The grand room at the Biltmore screams romance so we knew that just a few touches would be all she needed.

We captured her feel with charming florals and simple candlelight.

Half the guest tables were set with modern glass cylinders filled abundantly with hydrangeas, roses, dusty miller, succulents, and various interesting grasses.

The other half of the guest tables were set with a multitude of candlelight. Succulents were set amongst the candles creating an alluring effect.

Even the cake adorned mini florets and succulents...

We were so pleased with the final results!

This couple was a delight to work with, and their vision was a success!

Thank you to Snap Photography for providing us with such amazing images!

Laura and Patrick 9/11/10

Finally!

It has been a while since we shot out a teaser about this wedding. We are excited to finally be able to share these pictures!

Laura and Pat were married on September 11,2010. The ceremony and reception took place at the Botanical Gardens at Roger Williams Park. The ceremony and cocktail hour was held in the observatory greenhouse, while the reception was beautifully tented on the garden's grounds.

The bridal party chose attire in shades of black and white with accents of rich jewel tones. The girls bouquets were comprised of vandas, phalaenopsis, dahlias and calla lilies in shades of bright berry and deep purple. Very rich bouquets!

Laura's bouquets( yes that's plural) were stunning! The first bouquet Laura chose for her ceremony. An all white glamelia, accented with jewels and feathers, emphasised every detail of her Ysa Makino gown! She carried a second bouquet at the reception. A bouquet created with platnium jewels, deep red garden roses, purple callas, berry and violet shaded cymbidiums, vandas and phalaeonopsis. She could not have asked for more!!

We decided to play with the mother of the bride's bouquet, adding black feathers, making it fun, matching her great personality...

It's time........

The aisle was lined with a lush berry carpet. White florals accented with draping crystals and silver manzanita set the tone for an elegant ceremony.
How awesome are these white floral spheres?!

Satin, crystals and orchids suspended above as the couple exchanged their vows.

The transition into the striking colors began at cocktail hour. Tables were set with a mix of swirled berry and crinkled purple linens. Petite modern glass vases, diamonds and bright vanda orchids adorned each individual table.

Accents around the cocktail area really set the mood for a fun evening ahead!

Look at this placecard display! Berry crinkle linen, black picture frames, an enormous display of jewels, and of course gorgeous flowers! Delphinium, dahlias, orchids, and hydrangeas are massed in tall glass vessels carry the color theme. As if we could have planned it any better, the observatory showcased trees adorned with fuschia flowers! One positioned right above our table display!

A wild dramatic statement shows the guest another hint of what's to come!

The guest make their way to the reception area...

Here is where the colors explode! The dinner tent is designed with a mix of table shapes, linens and floral centerpieces. Black and white draping and dance floor. Florals in all the hot shades. Violet lighting, crystals, diamonds, and myriads of candlelight.

Hypnotizing!

The tall glass centerpieces are filled with an abundance of florals, dripping with black crystal strands, and surrounded by a multitude of candlelight.

Black manzanita trees are adorned with black crystal strands and fuschia orchids. Below the tree sits a garden of lush florals. Again, the table is finished with candlelight and jewels!

A exquisite glass compote overflowing with hydrangea, roses, orchids, amaranthus and dahlias.

Tall glass vessels are filled with candles, encompassing the compote.

Silver beading, and diamonds finish off the design!

A multitude of modern black containers are centered on the table. Each is filled with a mass of one type of flower creating a patchwork quilt of color. Candles and diamonds are once again completing the design.

Bride and groom are exceedingly satisfied!

What a fun idea for a wedding cake!

Ready to kick off those heels!

The night is not over yet! A lounge area is furnished adjoining the reception area. White lounge furniture, black rugs, unique black mirrored tables, black shelving and silver vases create a city chic club! The silver vases were filled with stock, hydrangea, orchids and dahlias. Fun elements are tucked throughout!

Guest finish off the night relaxing in this spectacular area....

The collaboration of the following vendors made this wedding a great success! This was absolutely one of our all time favorites!

Exquisite Events

Ormonde Productions

Roger Williams Botanical Gardens

Russell Morin Fine Catering

Rentals Unlimited

Kristen Spencer Photography

And us! Flowers by Semia!