Did you know that more couples get engaged during the spring months than any other time of year? There’s just something about the warmer weather, blooming flowers and singing birds that seem to awaken love. If you’re thinking of proposing in the upcoming months, the experts at Conklyn’s Weddings have some excellent ideas to make […]
Tips for Creating Your Perfect Wedding Registry
With so many things to attend to as you begin to plan your wedding, it’s important to also remember what comes after the wedding- the marriage itself! As you prepare for a new life together, a wedding registry just makes sense. Wedding guests are often happy to shower you with gifts they’ll know you’ll need […]
10 Tips for Creating a Valentine’s Day Wedding
If you’ve been dreaming of the perfect Valentine’s Day wedding, we can help you make it happen. There are so many great ways to get creative within the context of a holiday while still making it your own. This romantic holiday is a great reason to tie the knot and profess your undying love for […]
Stunning Floral Backdrops for Your Wedding
Flowers can transform any space or event into something extra special. Their stunning beauty and lasting fragrance create an inviting and mystical mood. Surround yourself with flowers at your wedding for a transforming effect that will dazzle your guests and create a gorgeous background for photos galore. The floral experts at Conklyn’s Weddings are crazy […]
Which Flowers to Choose for Your Wedding
Choosing flowers for your wedding will be among one of your biggest decisions as you plan your big day. Flowers have always been a timeless element in weddings, and can often be symbolic of your love for one another and your hopes for the future. But there are so many ways to include flowers in […]
Add Pantone’s “Classic Blue” to Your Wedding This Year
The Pantone Color Institute’s color of 2020 is Classic Blue. This classic color is one that you can easily incorporate into your wedding. Here at Conklyn’s Weddings, we know one of the most exciting decisions you’ll make when planning your wedding is choosing which colors to feature on your special day. Your wedding color palette […]
Christmas Engagement Ideas
The holidays are an excellent time to propose marriage to your partner. The magic and joy of the season make everything merry and bright and warms hearts. If you’re ready to settle down and you’ve found your person, this Christmas just might be the one to remember, the one you’ll tell your grandchildren about. But […]
Your Guide to Wedding Corsages, Boutonnieres, and More!
Floral centerpieces, garlands, and other accents will help you create a romantic ambiance at your wedding, but the flowers that you and your most important guests wear are just as important. At Conklyn’s Florist, serving the Alexandria community, our expert florists and wedding flower designers are here to help you make sure you have the perfect […]
Perfect Plants for Your Winter Wedding
Winter weddings can take on a truly romantic, unexpected look that is often a little bit magical. Creating that magical effect, however, can mean a bit of planning. The amount and variety of available flowers, for instance, dwindles drastically in winter, leaving you with fewer options than what you may have expected. (more…)
Ideas for Creatively Recycling Your Wedding Flowers
Once the vows have been recited, you’ve had your first dance, cut the cake, and toasted everyone you’ve ever met, now you have to decide what to do with the beautiful flowers that have surrounded you all day. You may choose to preserve them as a lasting keepsake of such a beautiful day. Or you […]