Fresh or Silk? You decide!

Fresh flowers and silk flowers... there are pro's and con's to both. But after the day is done can you really tell the difference? Fresh or Silk? Let us know what you think and we will discuss tomorrow!

Get down to Earth with these calla's, rocks and water

Beautiful spring colors!

Perfect for a Fall wedding

And the always lovely Calla's!

The Simple

Any girl would love to get that dozen roses, but I think we can all agree that a single red rose can be just as romantic, if not more! The same idea can go for your centerpieces - make them gorgeous and romantic without breaking the bank. Here are a few ideas for some simple, on a budget, centerpieces...

Tea cups along with roses can be timeless. Perfect for a garden themed wedding and would also be great at a bridal shower! Found at MyWeddingFlowerIdeas.co.uk

I love the reds and oranges of fall, such a Classy Touch with the wine glass... just imagine this simple centerpiece on a beautiful Autumn day with all the colors of the leaves, just gorgeous!

Simple and bright! These Do-It-Yourself Daisies will go with any color theme and can be dressed up with funky and colorful vases!

Finally, something a little more dramatic. It's as if the tulip is blowing in the wind - this can really help set the atmosphere of your reception! Found here.

Bracelet Bouquets

These bracelet bouquets are a lovely spin on the traditional bouquet! A bracelet of fresh flowers will free up your bridesmaids hands in order for more important things-like fluffing the train on your gorgeous dress!

This would be perfect for beach weddings!



Red and white is always a classic and perfect for anytime of the year

Simply elegant... but with a modern twist of the wrist

The rose bouquet

So upon hearing the words "rose bouquet" you've probably already pictured something that looks a little like this:




This is gorgeous yet there are so many more options out there...




This one found on Blossoms.com.au has a little twist on the traditional by using a variety of smaller sizes.

Delicate looks from In Style Weddings USA

Looking for something a little more edgy... found this dramatic bouquet on myweddingflowerideas.co.uk

There are lots of modern options with different wrappings of grasses, wire and all sorts of things. Have fun with it like this designer did!

Now this "bouquet" from The Wedding Information Site is completely unique.

Love this very sweet girly bouquet from The Flower Pot

A "rose is a rose is a rose" but a rose bouquet is a different story...

Getting Started

Designed by the Bride has joined the world of blogging! We decided this would be a great way to share inspiration for those of you on our website creating flower arrangements and cakes. A blank canvas can be a little overwhelming... so here you will find pictures of event florals and cakes to help get your creative juices flowing!


Here we go with some garden style inspirations...


Found this great idea on www.offbeatbride.com for guests to hand the bride flowers as she walks the aisle to create her bouquet. I would recommend having the maid of honor or a bridesmaid have some ribbon to tie the flowers together. Great way to get a very natural bunch of flowers look.


Love this adorable "bag of blooms" from Martha Stewart Weddings.


Top it off with this fabulous cake by www.wildflowersbylori.com. Her cakes are absolutely amazing and yes those flowers are all made of sugar!!! wow!