A Red, Black, and White Ceremony and Reception Decoration

by admin. Posted on April 24, 2012

A red, black, and white wedding with a Gothic and Fairytale mix. The hall serves both the ceremony and reception. Most of the decorations uses white sheer and twinkle lights to achieve a Fairytale look.

: White Sheer Ceiling Drapes

: Black Polyester Chair Covers with White Satin Sashes

: Wedding Arch, Decorated with Twinkle Lights, White Tulle, and Red Bouquet Pull-Backs

: Close-Up of Red Bouquet Pull-Backs with Artificial Red Peonies

: Backdrop, Head Table, Ceremony/Cake Table (Dual Usage), and Wedding Arch

: Backdrop and Tables are Decorated with White Sheer and Twinkle Lights to Achieve a Fairytale Look

: Close-Up of the Head Table Set-Up

Leila and Johnny’s Wedding Flowers — A Heartfelt Wedding

by admin. Posted on March 21, 2012

Congratulations Leila and Johnny! May your love bloom brighter and your companionship grow sweeter with each passing year.

Leila is definitely an unique bride. On our first meeting, she already told me that she wouldn’t settle for any wedding flower that looks ordinary. She then told me that the only interesting bouquet she has ever seen is a bouquet with circular patterns. Immediately, I knew she was referring to the biedermeier bouquet. With the biedermeier bouquet, its blooms are tightly-structured and carefully-arranged in defined circular patterns of different coloured flowers, each ring containing one type of flower.

During the rest of our consultation, I discussed with Leila some other elements which can make bouquets more special, such as building them in heart-shape, adding bouquet jewellery, etc. Immediately, she adored those ideas and wanted to combine them with the biedermeire bouquet.

Traditionally, a well-structured heart-shaped bouquet requires using many blooms to form a balanced heart shape. Using too little flowers would give the bouquet a diamond-shaped look (like the Superman logo!). This implies that the heart-shaped biedermeier would require a lot of flowers, since we would need many blooms to give the inner-heart a nice heart shape, and even more flowers to form the outter-heart. However, this would not be an option because the bride has requested not to build her bouquet too big.

Building this bridal bouquet is sure a challenge! In order to create a well-defined heart-shape, we would need to position each flower precisely at the right location and at the exact angle. Below, it is a heart-shaped biedermeier bouquet built by another florist, which is not as attractive, looks flat, and resembles a diamond more than a heart.

Heart-Shaped Biedermeier Explaination

Now, compare what we have made for our bride (photos below) with the heart-shaped biedermeier bouquet built by the other florist (photo above). Our bouquet is more round and retains its heart-shape. We did not use a lot of flowers as the bride has requested so. We have also spiced up the bouquet by adding Swarvoski jewel picks and crystals to the bouquet handle.

: The Bride and Groom during Ceremony

: Fresh Cream Roses, Purple Iris, and Pittosporum Heart-Shaped Bridal Bouquet with Swarovski Crystal Jewel Picks (Top View)

: Fresh Cream Roses, Purple Iris, and Pittosporum Heart-Shaped Bridal Bouquet with Swarovski Crystal Jewel Picks (Side View)

: Fresh Cream Rose and Purple Iris Boutonniere with Diamond Pin for the Groom (Front View)

: Fresh Cream Rose and Purple Iris Boutonniere with Diamond Pin for the Groom (Side View)

: Fresh Cream Rose and Purple Iris Boutonniere with Diamond Pin for the Groom (Top View)

: Fresh Coral Rose and Pittosporum Pin-On Corsage with Pearl Strands Accent for the Mothers (Side View)

: Fresh Coral Rose and Pittosporum Pin-On Corsage with Pearl Strands Accent for the Mothers (Top View)

: Fresh Cream Roses, Purple Iris, Pittosporum, and Aspidistra Leafs Cake Topper in Large Size

: Candy Box Bomboniere from the Couple to Thank Secrets Floral

New Arrival of Spiral Crystal Chandelier

by admin. Posted on March 20, 2012

New arrival … spiral crystal chandelier. The perfect glamourous alternative to large arrangement behind the head table.

Spiral Crystal Chandelier

New Arrival of Soft-Touch Roses

by admin. Posted on March 20, 2012

We are happy to receive our new arrival items today! In addition to our famous photo-realistic roses and real-touch roses, we are now carrying the soft-touch roses for our artificial flower collection. These soft-touch roses are the best in the market. I cannot believe they are not real!!!

Soft-Touch Red Rose

Susanna’s Bridal Bouquet – Simply Purple, Stunningly Beautiful

by admin. Posted on March 6, 2012

Susanna is getting married in Punta Cana, but before she flies to the south for her destination wedding, she is having her civil ceremony in Toronto. To keep things simple, Susanna ordered a purple bridal bouquet for herself only.

There are not that many types of purple seasonal flower around during the winter months, but iris is one of the few available ones. Although the shape of the flower is very pretty and unique, iris is not an easy flower to work with. Iris has a very short vase life, and it is extremely sensitive to humidity changes. To ensure the iris would not open up too quickly, we have wired each iris individually to control its bloom size. We have also conditioned them thoroughly to ensure their petals retain its moisture and would not wrinkle-up.

Here are some photo of the happy couple and the bouquet. Enjoy!

: Fresh Lavender Roses, Cream Roses, and Purple Iris Bridal Bouquet with Lavender Satin Ribbon Wrap (Side View)

: Fresh Lavender Roses, Cream Roses, and Purple Iris Bridal Bouquet with Lavender Satin Ribbon Wrap (Top View)

: The Happy Couple

We are glad that Susanna loves her bridal bouquet. Below is a thank-you letter from the bride.

Susanna's Thank-You Letter

Tina and Shawn’s Wedding Flowers — the Romantic Garden Love

by admin. Posted on February 20, 2012

Congrats to Tina and Shawn! You two look lovely together~~!!

Tina is a romantic girl, and she adores the purple colour a lot. I remember each time during our meeting, I would see her in some sort of purple. Without a doubt, we have designed her wedding flowers in purple and white.

Tina likes things to look more casual, so she prefers her bouquet to look like fresh garden picks (i.e. a loose-tie bouquet). Even though we have created her bridal bouquet like a loose-tie, we have ensured her flowers stay fresh by concealing an internal water source within her bouquet. Also, we have used annabelle hydrangea in her bouquet, which is a white garden species to make her flowers more garden-like.

As a romantic girl, Tina wants to keep her bouquet as keepsake, but she knows the tradition is to toss it away. So, we have embellished her bouquet with a Swarvoski crystal brooch, which is removed and is kept by the bride before tossing away her bridal bouquet.

For the rest of the bridal party, the couples has chosen to use the artificial calla lilies to keep the cost low. Who said a single bloom cannot be a complete bouquet? Check out the bridesmaid bouquets, they are made from a single calla lily. It is simple, modern, and chic!

: Bridal Bouquet — Fresh Lavender Roses, Blue Delphinium, White Annabelle Hydrangea, Purple Statice, with Keepsake Swarovski Crystal Brooch

: Keepsake Swarovski Brooch on Bridal Bouquet’s Handle

: Fresh Lavender Rose and Bear Grass Boutonniere with Wiring Design and Pearl Pin (Front View)

: Groom Boutonniere — Fresh Lavender Rose and Bear Grass with Wiring Design and Pearl Pin (Top View)

: Maid of Honour Bouquet — Artificial White 3-bloom Calla Lilies and Brown Eucalyptus Seeds with Lavender Satin Bow

: Bridesmaids Bouquet — Artificial White Single-bloom Calla Lily and Brown Eucalyptus Seeds with Lavender Satin Bow

: Best Man and Groomsmen Boutonniere — Artificial White Calla Lily and Brown Eucalyptus Seeds with Pearl Pin

The following is the thank you letter from the bride Tina. We understand that throughout the planning process, it is common for the couples to get all kinds of inspiration. At Secrets Floral, we listen to your idea, because your wedding deserves to be perfect!

Thank You Letter from the Bride Tina

Amy and Imraz’s Wedding — A Black, White, and Bling Wedding

by admin. Posted on February 19, 2012

Congrats to the newlyweds Amy and Imraz! It has been my pleasure to work with the two of you. Like how everyone from your wedding said so, I just want to tell you that your wedding is purely AWWWWESSSOMMMEE!!!

During our first consultation, Amy and Imraz already brought in a lot of their inspirational pictures. Most of them suggest a black and white theme. So, I offered the couple some advices on the latest black and white trends (such as the use of damask pattern), and how adding some bling bling (crystal elements) would add a modern touch to their wedding. I am glad that you two love the final effect of the wedding decorations 🙂

Amy and Imraz had their wedding reception at Riviera Parque (http://www.rivieraparque.com/), which is one of the largest banquet halls in Ontario with 20 ft ballroom ceilings. If you would like to wow your guests with a jaw-dropping atmosphere, this is the venue for you!

: Large Water Fountain in Riviera Parque

: Black Receiving Table with Damask Runners

: Receiving Table is Decorated with Ivory Rose Ball Arrangements, Bling! Bling! Money Box, and Small Bling! Bling! Candles

: Close-Up of Bling! Bling! Money Box

: Black Place Cards Tables with Damask Runners

: Set of Bling! Bling! Candle Holders

: Black, White, and Bling Backdrop. Room is Decorated with Blue and Pink Uplights.

: Crystal Rain Panel on Backdrop is Enhanced with White Spotlights

: Bling! Bling! Hold-Backs on the Backdrop

: Black Guest Tables with Damask Runners and White Brocade Chair Covers

: Ivory Rose Ball on Black Stand Centrepiece. Each Arrangement is Highlighted by a White Spotlight Above

The following is another great review for Secrets Floral from the couple.

Thank You Letter from the Bride Amy

A Black and White Damask Wedding Reception Decoration

by admin. Posted on February 17, 2012

A black and white damask wedding with our Bling! Bling! Reception Package, which includes the rain crystal panel on the backdrop, white spotlight, and lots of other crystal elements.

: Black Receiving Table with Damask Runners and White Brocade Chair Covers

: Ivory Rose Ball on Black Stand Arrangements on Receiving Table

: Bling! Bling! Money Box on Receiving Table

: Black Place Card Tables with Damask Runners

: Place Card Table with Bling! Bling! Candle Set

: Room is Decorated with Pink and Blue Uplights

: Black and White Crystal Rain Backdrop and Damask Tables

: Crystal Rain Panel Backdrop, Highlighted with White Spotlights

: Bling! Bling! Hold-Backs on the Backdrop

: Head Table are Decorated with Ivory Ball on Black Stand Arrangements and Small Bling! Bling Candle Holders

: Black Guest Tables with Damask Runners and White Brocade Chair Covers

: Ivory Rose Ball on Black Stand Centrepiece

: Each Centrepiece is Highlighted from White Spotlight Above

Lucille and Adam’s Wedding — An Intimate Party on the Lake

by admin. Posted on February 8, 2012

Lucille and Adam decided to have a memorable wedding on the lake. Unlike most traditional weddings taking place in chapels and halls, they have their wedding on Showboat, and making their vows over Lake Ontario.

Lucille and Adam have an antique pearl wedding ring, so they have decided to have a pearl theme for their wedding. To compliment this pearl theme and to keep things formal, we have chosen white and other neutral colour for the decor and flowers.

Here are some photos from the intimate wedding party.

: Artificial White Lilies, Calla Lilies, and Dendrobium Orchids Bridal Bouquet with Peal Accents

: Artifcial White Calla Lilies on Moss Mat Guest Table Centrepiece, with Table Number (Side View)

: Artifcial White Calla Lilies on Moss Mat Guest Table Centrepiece, with Table Number (Front View)

: Artifcial White Lilies, White Hydrangea, and Pale Yellow Lillac Round Guest Table Centrepiece, with Table Number

: Head Table Arrangement of Artificial Calla Lilies on Green Moss Mat

: Lillian Rose Wedding Accessories, with Silver and Pearl Accents

: Receiving Table

: Welcome Aboard, Showboat

The couple is very satisfied with our professional services. We don’t just do our job, we treat all weddings like they are our own. We literally pour our heart to each and every single wedding, and we always take the extra miles to make each wedding a success.