My current obsession is the black and white wedding. It can be goth, preppy, mysterious, comfortable, simple, intricate, classic or modern....or all of the above. It is always, however, dramatic and
gorgeous.
Whether you want something bold and graphic (think large spans of each color... like floor length white tablecloths with a shorter black overlay).
Or something soft and feminine (billowy white chiffon tied with a little black bow).
Maybe you like the vintage look of wing-tipped inspired shoes? The decidedly Parisian feel of a damask pattern? There's a black and white style for just about every personality.
But what about black and white for flowers, you ask? Well, there are no TRULY black flowers, but a few that come close, and most will look even closer to black in photos. Schwartzwalder mini callas are actually a very deep purplish-burgundy. They are available year-round for the most part, but in limited quantities and should be ordered well in advance with a second choice. Chocolate cosmos are a little more seasonal with a rich brownish burgundy color.
There is endless amount of white flowers available anytime of the year. Roses, hydrangea, and orchids are some of the most popular. There are even black AND white flowers. White gerbera daisies, for example, can be found with a black center and are widely available and quite affordable year round. White anemones can come with a velvety black center, but are much harder to find in the summer and autumn months.
If an accent color is being used with the black and white, the floral arrangements are a fabulous way to introduce this color. A monochromatic bouquet in red, fuschia, pink, yellow, orange, apple green, or violet will absolutely pop against black and white. As if it wasn't already dramatic enough...
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