• Home
  • About
    • Badges
    • Contact
  • Advertise
  • Submissions
  • The Magazine
  • Shop
    • Bloglovin
    • Facebook
    • Instagram

Sweet Violet Bride

  • Blog
  • Real Weddings
    • Spring
    • Summer
    • Fall
    • Winter
  • Inspiration & Ideas
    • Accessories
    • Flowers
    • Color Palettes
    • Cakes
    • Inspiration Boards
    • Dresses
    • Styled Shoots
    • DIY & Ideas
  • Popular

By Naomi 2 Comments

Botanical Couture by Françoise Weeks

The following floral creations by Françoise Weeks might inspire you to channel your inner wood nymph. Her botanical haute couture and urban woodland arrangements appear as if from another world. These botanical purses, shoes, headpieces, bouquets, and centerpieces would charm any nature inspired bride. Françoise has been making flower arrangements for weddings and events since 1996 and also teaches the mechanics behind the magical results in her seasonal classes in Portland, Oregon. She also offers 3-day workshops in three categories: weddings/events, botanical couture, and woodlands. You can visit her at www.francoiseweeks.com.

Inspired by European Tradition:

Françoise grew up in Belgium and, during grade school, spent one month in Switzerland every summer with her family. Her parents were nature lovers and each year they chose a different area in Switzerland to rent a chalet. “The wooden houses there are so very charming,” says Françoise. Every day she and her siblings would go on an all day hike and, after lunch, they would often gather a piece of bark, moss, and wild flowers to make an arrangement for their mother. About five years ago, Françoise was working on a project with a photographer and art director and remembered making the wild botanical arrangements in Switzerland. The art director suggested that she run with the idea. First she made a log arrangement, then translated the concept into centerpieces, and later figured out the mechanics of how to make very detailed woodland bridal bouquets.” I absolutely love the very textural style and it has been a delight to make woodland arrangements for many weddings,” she says.

Photography: 1-2) Ted Mishima, 3) Françoise Weeks, 4) Joni Shimabukuro, 5) Nicole Wickens, 6) Ted Mishima, 7) Jaimie Bosworth, 8 ) Sara Gray, 9-10) Brandon Schmidt, 11-12) Joni Shimabukuro, / Floral Design: Françoise Weeks Floral

Filed Under: Spotlight Tagged With: botanical, couture, floral arrangements, nature inspired, woodland bouquet, woodland weddings

« Married in the Mountains
Stylized Photo Shoot: by Alanna Scully Photography »

Comments

  1. Laurie (Fleurie) says

    March 21, 2012 at 12:57 am

    I was fortunate to attend a 3 day class taught by Francoise. She is a wonderful, gentle soul who truly is passionate about sharing her knowledge. The bouquets and techniques she demonstrates and then has the class make are intricately woven with very interesting materials. I use many of her tips and techniques shared in my floral business every day.

    Reply
  2. wedding bouquets says

    March 23, 2012 at 10:41 am

    Magnificent submit, very informative. I stumbled upon this I have found It positively helpful. Great job.

    Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Rescue Flats | rescueflats.com | Luxury Dancing Slipper Wedding Favors in Assorted Colors | Foldable Ballet Flats

More from the Blog…

Princess Cut Versus Round Cut Engagement Rings

6 Important Components of Your Wedding Website

How To Make Your Wedding Ridiculously Fun for Guests: 3 Quick Tips

Fabulous Favors for a Summer Wedding

Why Buying Your Diamond Wedding Ring Online is a Good Idea

What Is the Diamond Clarity Scale?

You Might Also Like

wood wedding stationery sale

Design and Save on Rustic Wood Wedding Invitations!

Pre-Wedding Stress – 5 Ways You Can Deal with It

A Smart Girl’s Guide to the First Year of Marriage

We’re Moving After the Wedding, And I’m Worried About Feeling Isolated from My Girlfriends. What Can I Do?

You’re Getting Married. Here Is What You Should Do with Health Insurance

Copyright © 2021 · Sweet Violet Bride

Terms of Service · Privacy Policy · DMCA