By Therese, edited by Jennifer

While some of us are still experiencing rainy days here and there, it's time to think about summer. Today, Therese Jacinto, a floral and event designer for Therese Jacinto Design, discusses some summer flower inspirations for weddings.

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What are some beautiful summer flowers that you'd recommend for a summer wedding?

Summer is the season of choice for most couples who are planning a wedding. What’s great about this season is that it is the most vibrant – meaning when it comes to colors, almost anything goes! June is the classic wedding month so most brides opt for very romantic, light, and airy flowers. Peonies, hydrangeas, carnations, orchids, and roses come in beautiful soft colors that complement this look.  July brings about a thirst for the exotics. Common color schemes during this month are extremely bright and lively. Think yellow roses, hot pink and orange gerberas, and lime green orchids. The month of August brings about deeper tones of blues, purples, and pinks.

I recently executed an August wedding in a monochromatic blue and white color scheme. The bride and groom love the beach, but instead of literally creating a “beach” at their garden reception, I opted to carry a simple blue scheme inspired from the cool ocean waters. We combined blue and white hydrangeas, roses, delphinium, white calla lilies, and modern glass containers filled with wheatgrass to complete this look. The effect was refreshing and modern.  

Are there any flower trends that you're seeing for summer weddings?

Organic and sustainable flower arrangements and tablescapes are a big trend. The San Francisco Bay Area is very eco-conscious and we’re lucky to have a lot of local resources to tap into. Incorporating organic wheatgrass, succulent plants, fruits, vegetables, and reclaimed branches into floral arrangements is a great way to lend a natural feel to a wedding.
 
Are there uniquely Bay Area flowers that you'd recommend to local brides?

We have wild flowers like the California poppy and the yellow pansy which are gorgeous in the bright yellow and orange schemes. Forget-me-knots are beautiful and delicate, and also found around the area. They’re perfect for a more romantic look.