Editor's note

As you may have started basking in the hot sun, watch out for those tan lines as it’s wedding season! No matter how hard we try to deny the fact that summer starts in May, at Exotica we label this time 'wedding season' in hopes of shortening the UAE’s longest season. It’s only appropriate that we devote this newsletter to the brides and grooms of 2010 as they celebrate the happiest day of their lives. With the weather still mildly forgiving, and flowers still in bloom, we create special designs for these special occasions.

Novelties & Trends

While designers unveil their collections and magazines reveal fresh off the runway designs to set the trend for the summer, we thought we would let you in on a few trends in the wedding department. The days of bridal pastel pinks and creams have been set aside for the brave summer of 2010. This year’s modern bride is not afraid to use bright colors in daring combinations. Expect to see vibrant purples mixed with dazzling oranges, as well as mélanges of hot pink and striking red. At Exotica we support modern fashion and are willing to give the daring bride a run for her money.

Fresh Picks

For the very first time, Exotica unveils its bridal bouquet selection on the website for online purchasing. Whether you are looking for inspiration, having a small wedding and just need a bouquet, or want to give a bridal bouquet as a gift, you now have the option of buying it online. With many busy brides out there, we hope we can take one load off your ‘to do’ list and deliver your wedding bouquet to you.

Hot And Happening

Grass is always greener on the other side. Escape the dessert and catch a plane to London and attend the yearly anticipated Chelsea Flower Show. With all the dust in the air and temperatures slowly but surely rising, you can definitely use a visit to a place where nature blooms at its best. From 25-29 May, feast your eyes and imagination with breathtaking designs and florals. Click here to read further and find out more.

Plants

Our plant for this month happens to also be a fab find for couples considering giveaways to offer at their weddings. You may have just about had it with the monogrammed pill and jewelry boxes that await you at your assigned seat. Why not mix it up a bit and give the gift of green, it will remind your guests of your special day and simultaneously serve as an eco friendly giveaway. Our cute as a button cup cacti are heart shaped and can be custom wrapped to match the theme of your wedding!

Green Tips

Love one another but don’t forget to love your planet as well. As weddings are a celebration of love, there is no better time consider the environment than while planning your wedding. Follow the below green tips and clear your conscience.

• Use recycled paper to print out your wedding invitations.
• Avoid fireworks and sparklers and opt for video imaging and light effects.
• Reuse church flowers as your dinner decorations and save on waste as well as expense.

Flowerature

The exchange of vows is an integral and memorable part of any wedding. It is a very romantic moment and the perfect place to express your feelings towards the one you are promising to love. This is why we lend a hand in inspiring you with the below traditional yet heartfelt words of love. We wish all the couples that recite these vows on their special day, a long life of health, wealth and happiness.

I, affirm my love to you, as I invite you to share my life.
You are the most beautiful, smart, and generous person
I have ever known, and I promise always to respect you.
With kindness, unselfishness and trust, I will work
by your side to create a wonderful life together.
I take you to be my lawful spouse, to have and to hold,
from this day forward, for better or for worse,
for richer or for poorer, in sickness and in health
for as long as we both shall live.

Anonymous

Fab Finds

Being a bride on a budget is no desired situation when you’re planning the wedding of your dreams. If you are not one of the lucky few who have an open wedding account, you are lucky that our fab finds make for suitable table decorations for small weddings that let the love do all the decorating.

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