PETALS AND PROPORTIONS
Our all inclusive guide to centerpieces sizes
Sculpting love with blooms! Duia and Jean's "Petals and Proportions Guide" is your path to floral splendor on your big day. Understand our sizing standards and our unique approach to designing your dream wedding.
Your wedding day is a canvas waiting to be painted with the hues of love and the fragrance of dreams. Among the myriad elements that create this masterpiece, none is as enchanting as the floral décor. Each petal, each bloom, holds the promise of romance and the essence of your unique love story. Welcome to a journey where flowers become poetry, and let us at Duia and Jean provide you with the tools to select your perfect blooms, and transform your wedding into an unforgettably beautiful day.
Setting the Floral Stage
Central to Duia and Jean's approach is the meticulous adherence to sizing standards. We believe that the size and quality of floral elements plays a pivotal role in creating visual harmony. Whether it's a petite posy or a grand Installation, we implement these sizing and material standards to ensure that every bloom finds its perfect place.
Scale in floral size is key to a visually cohesive wedding. Duia and Jean's commitment to maintaining proportion in our designs ensures that your floral décor is not just beautiful but also consistently so. You can think of this method as the Golden Ratio of centerpiece design for your tables. We aim to always give you designs that are right for your space, and the overall look you are aiming to achieve. Never will you be disappointed in the lush styles we create for your wedding, no matter the aesthetic. Your guests will be enchanted by the seamless elegance of your wedding.
Use this guide as a jumping-off point to understanding the rough quotes you receive from us before booking, and how we approach your design. Let this help you decide what is right for you with your centerpiece and candle designs. In this guide, you will find the following references:
Duia and Jean's centerpiece size names and dimensions.
Suggested centerpiece sizes for standard table types (please see beginning notes on each centerpiece section)
Round tables: 32", 48", 60" & 72"
Rectangular tables: 6ft and 8ft tables
Suggestions for styling continuous-length tables (accent florals and styling)
Complimenting candle ratios for all the centerpiece styles
Our Approach
Each unique centerpiece style has been expertly photographed, thoughtfully displayed on tables that best harmonize with their inherent charm. Take note of their suggested sizes at the outset of each section, providing invaluable guidance for selecting the perfect fit. In tandem with these captivating designs, you'll find a curated selection of candles, meticulously chosen to ensure a harmonious scale within the broader context of your tablespace design.
The visual gallery showcases all the designs in an elegant all-white palette, complemented by accompanying candle pieces. However, it's important to bear in mind that our wedding designs are as diverse as your individual style, composition, and material preferences, ensuring a truly personalized touch to your special day.
In the realm of floristry, the essence lies in the meticulous balance of scale and quality of design. Through the passage of time, we've honed an infallible formula, a true code, for crafting centerpieces that not only define a space but also exude the perfect proportions of design. This artistry ensures that the flowers ascend to their rightful throne as the enduring focal point of your wedding.
Amongst our clients and our dedicated team, tall floral designs reign supreme as an absolute favorite. These designs, available in various standard offerings, stand as resounding statements within any space. But what guides the selection of these diverse sizes, you might wonder? Well, it all hinges on the perceived volume of your venue and your overarching vision. Venues with lofty, cavernous ceilings beckon our largest creations, while others offer more flexibility in sizing. It's vital to note that the grandeur of your floral centerpiece directly correlates with the overall impact on the space. In certain cases, opting for these majestic designs can prove to be not only visually astounding but also cost-effective, as they require fewer individual pieces to achieve a splendid result that leaves an indelible mark.
Beautiful statment florals
TALL FLORALS
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The selection of tall florals plays a pivotal role in shaping the proportions of your space, an artistry that must not be underestimated. These varied-sized pieces can range from grandeur to petite, each contributing its unique floral charm and height to your wedding design canvas.
Our standard repertoire boasts a selection of eloquent choices:
U-Shaped Linear Pieces: These epitomize a graceful flow, weaving through your space with effortless unique charm.
D&J Classic Tall Floral: A cherished staple, this majestic creation frequents the limelight, captivating hearts with its timeless allure.
Teacup Floral: While smaller in stature than the signature, it exudes a kindred enchantment, sharing the same captivating essence.
Candelabra Tall Floral: A candle-centric design is the embodiment of romance, this option beckons with its candle-lit splendor.
The choice of these pieces to adorn your space is intrinsically tied to your venue's ambiance and the style you aspire to manifest, a crucial decision that harmonizes with your vision.
The reference above furnishes precise measurements for our meticulously crafted pieces and their accompanying vessels. However, it's worth noting that the heights may fluctuate in correspondence with different vessel selections. Feel free to reach out and inquire about the plethora of options at your disposal.
tall florals to scale
recommended sizes: 72" & 60" rounds, 6' & 8' King's width linear table, ceremony design option
U-Shaped Tall Floral
Behold our U-shaped tall floral designs, the essence of grandeur among our towering floral creations. With their expansive front face and slender side profile and gentle curve, they exude a truly distinctive allure. These designs are synonymous with maximum impact, transforming any space into a breathtaking masterpiece. They shine brightest when gracing venues with soaring ceiling heights and generously sized tables. Another captivating iteration of this design presents a linear aesthetic, available in 5ft sections, supported by elegant stands at both ends. These pieces are nothing short of awe-inspiring, destined to leave your guests exclaiming in sheer amazement.
RECOMMENDED SIZES: 72", 60" & 48" ROUNDS, 6' & 8' KING'S WIDTH LINEAR TABLES for seated dinner, Regular width for buffet style seating, CEREMONY DESIGN OPTION
D&J Classic Tall Floral
Let us introduce our iconic D&J Classic Tall Centerpiece, a design that has effortlessly claimed its throne as the most sought-after tall floral style. It's not merely impressive; it's an embodiment of timeless elegance, radiating an irresistible charm that captivates all who behold it.
We relish crafting these masterpieces, for they possess a versatility that transcends space. Equally at ease gracing the grandeur of a ballroom or the intimacy of a more modest room, they seamlessly infuse floral opulence into your reception design..
RECOMMENDED SIZES: Best suited for 48" ROUNDS can work on 60" with adequate candle work, SIngular for 6' & Multiple 8' Regular WIDTH LINEAR TABLES, CEREMONY DESIGN OPTION
Teacup Tall Floral
Meet our delightful Tea-cup Floral design, the spirited sibling of our D&J Classic Tall Floral. While it boasts a more petite stature, don't let its size fool you. In fact, it's brimming with an abundance of resplendent blooms that extend well beyond the conventional hydrangeas and roses.
These pieces often play host to delicate premium blooms that perfectly complement our signature Modern Garden design style. As with all our tall florals, they possess a versatile nature, transitioning seamlessly from enchanting ceremony designs to adding a touch of magic to your reception space. You can also showcase them on mid-height vessels measuring 14-18 inches, whether as centerpieces, ceremony accents, or as bold statements that grace every corner of your event space.
RECOMMENDED SIZES: BEST SUITED FOR 48" ROUNDS CAN WORK ON 60" WITH ADEQUATE CANDLE WORK, SINGULAR FOR 6' & MULTIpLE 8' REGULAR WIDTH LINEAR TABLES, CEREMONY DESIGN OPTION
Candelabra Tall Floral
Enter the enchanting world of the Candelabra Floral design, a lavish floral masterpiece that shares a similar petite scale with our charming Teacup Floral. What sets it apart? It's a fusion of lush floral artistry and the romantic allure of a candelabra, injecting a whimsical twist into the realm of traditional tall florals.
Displayed here on our elegant 40 inch vintage candelabra, this creation bursts forth with opulent texture and a selection of premium floral blooms that redefine visual splendor. It's important to note that the interpretation of the Candelabra Floral can take on many forms, and the one showcased here is just a glimpse of the possibilities.
However, for this particular style, it's essential to utilize one of our candle inventory pieces to allow for meticulous studio preparation. While other styles may offer more flexibility, we find that using our own pieces is often the preferred route. This choice is a testament to those who seek the extraordinary while indulging in our extensive candle collections.
As a counterpart to the towering elegance of tall floral designs, the Low Lush Centerpiece emerges as a vital player in the orchestration of a captivating reception design. Your choice, in part, hinges on the unique character of your chosen venue, a guiding force that helps sculpt your vision into reality.
The notion that only tall florals can define a space is gracefully debunked by these enchanting Low Lush Floral pieces. They possess a captivating allure that can stand alone as a focal point or harmonize effortlessly with their taller counterparts, yielding a design that rivals the awe-inspiring impact of towering florals.
When faced with the delightful dilemma of selecting the perfect style, trust in your personal preferences and the intrinsic needs of the space. In this creative process, these abundant floral designs are a foolproof choice that will undoubtedly elicit gasps of admiration from all who encounter them.
Low lush beauties
LOW FLORALS
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Within our low floral selection, diversity thrives as vibrantly as it does in our towering centerpiece repertoire. Here, we traverse the spectrum, scaling from the ultra-grand to the charmingly petite. The low lush design, you see, is a canvas with myriad interpretations, each more captivating than the last.
These examples manifest in various vessels, each imbuing the design with its unique character and aura. We extend an invitation to approach these pieces with an open mind, for they are blank canvases awaiting your vision to transform them into the embodiment of your desired palette and composition.
In our standard repertoire, you'll find a range of exquisite options:
Extra Large Low Lush Floral: This majestic creation graces the grandest of tables, commands attention as a statement piece in any space, and even finds its place as a captivating ceremony adornment. Its essence closely aligns with our Tea-cup design, promising a visual feast.
Large Low Lush Floral: Popular for its grandeur, these pieces are nothing short of scrumptious with their lavish blooms, promising opulence beyond measure.
Medium Low Lush: A more petite iteration of the low lush, it boasts versatility that knows no bounds, making it a charming addition to your design canvas.
Delicate Bud Vases and Accent Florals: For those who seek subtlety and refinement, our delicate options in bud vases and accent florals offer an artful touch to your ensemble.
In this exquisite array, you'll discover the perfect embodiment of your floral dreams, waiting to grace your special occasion with its enchanting presence.
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RECOMMENDED SIZES: 72" & 60" rounds, 6' & 8' KING'S WIDTH LINEAR TABLES FOR SEATED DINNER, REGULAR WIDTH FOR BUFFET STYLE SEATING. Singular for 6' and with accents flowers or budvases for 8', CEREMONY DESIGN OPTION
Extra-Large Low Lush Floral
Elevating the realm of opulence, our "Extra Large" low lush centerpiece reigns supreme. Not confined to merely centerpiece duties, it serves as an imposing choice for pedestal designs during your ceremony or as a commanding presence throughout your event space. With its profusion of abundant florals, it delivers an unparalleled visual impact, making it the quintessential choice for those who yearn to craft an unequivocal statement.
RECOMMENDED SIZES: 60" & 48" ROUNDS, 6' & 8' KING'S WIDTH LINEAR TABLES FOR SEATED DINNER, REGULAR WIDTH FOR BUFFET STYLE SEATING. SINGULAR FOR 6' AND WITH ACCENTS FLOWERS, BUDVASES or multiple FOR 8'
Large Low Lush Floral
Introducing the "Large Lush," an extraordinarily versatile low centerpiece style that seamlessly complements various aspects of your reception design. This masterpiece is a veritable cornucopia of opulent premium blooms, much like all of our creations. Within its resplendent embrace, you'll discover an array of floral treasures, from the ethereal peonies to the graceful ranunculus and the sophisticated calla lilies, to name but a few. In crafting each centerpiece, we meticulously select only the most exquisite and flawless blossoms to grace your momentous day.
RECOMMENDED SIZES: 48" ROUNDS, 6' & 8' REGULAR WIDTH FOR BUFFET STYLE SEATING. SINGULAR with accents or bud vases FOR 6' & 8' linear tables.
Medium Low Lush Floral
The medium compote design, while more petite in stature, retains the extraordinary array of magnificent floral selections found in both the Extra Large and Large centerpieces. Ideal as a standalone centerpiece, its more modest proportion offers a perfect balance for those seeking a less densely floral or smaller-scale floral arrangement.
Lush Rose Floral
At Duia and Jean, we pride ourselves on presenting you with truly distinctive pieces to elevate your wedding designs. Embracing the elegance of simplicity, our all-rose design marries sophistication with the extraordinary. Available in various sizes showcased on this page, as well as an extensive palette of colors, these creations celebrate the rose, our cherished bloom, in a predominant and exquisite manner.
RECOMMENDED SIZES: (the piece shown) 60" & 48" ROUNDS, 6' & 8' KING'S WIDTH LINEAR TABLES FOR SEATED DINNER, REGULAR WIDTH FOR BUFFET STYLE SEATING. SINGULAR FOR 6' AND WITH ACCENTS FLOWERS, BUDVASES or multiple FOR 8'
The art of styling holds a pivotal role in shaping your wedding design. We take pride in embracing a holistic approach, envisioning the entirety of your table scape. This encompasses the meticulous selection of candles and accent florals. At Duia and Jean, our extensive inventory seamlessly complements your floral designs, and our collaborations with trusted 3rd party vendors allow us to curate elements that impeccably capture your floral design aspirations.
Accent florals are woven into a tapestry of creativity, where they harmoniously converge with candles and decor pieces. These clusters of design transcend convention, crafting eclectic and one-of-a-kind canterpieces that are destined to leave you and your guests awestruck.
Candles & Accent Flowers
STYLING
Recomended sizes and use: singular floral on 36" rounds, multiple for 72" 60" 48" cluster tables
muliple for 6' & 8' regular width linear tables, and as accents or low florals, can accompany larger tall and low florals for linear tables OR WITH large tablescapes.
Accent Flowers
Advance your centerpiece game with our exquisite accent flower centerpieces, the quintessential finishing touch to your grander centerpiece designs. These floral marvels can take on various roles – from serving as low floral companions to towering centerpieces to embracing a linear table scape arrangement alongside other accent or bud vase blooms and larger centerpieces, creating a tableau of endless possibilities.
What makes these accent flower centerpieces truly remarkable is their versatility. Sized akin to small bridesmaids' bouquets, they transcend their initial purpose and become repurposed gems within your event space. Think of them as artistic accents that can shine in cluster tables, harmonizing seamlessly with your candle collection, adding a dash of whimsy and uniqueness to your ambiance.
Bud Vases
Much like their floral counterparts, bud vases bring forth a world of creative possibilities within your centerpiece designs. These diminutive marvels are your perfect companions when you seek just that subtle, extra touch of elegance throughout your space. If the allure of bud vases has captured your heart, you'll be delighted to know that a myriad of design variations can be conjured with these dainty treasures.
Cluster tables and low-accompanied pieces beckon to be adorned with the charm of bud vases. Our approach to design extends beyond size, harmoniously balancing proportions and quantities to ensure seamless coverage and the realization of the aesthetic vision you hold dear.
Recomended sizes and use: multiple florals on 36" rounds, multiple for 72" 60" 48" cluster tables
muliple for 6' & 8' regular width linear tables, and as accents or low florals, can accompany larger tall and low florals for linear tables or with large tablescapes.
Here at Duia and Jean, our unwavering commitment revolves around the selection of the most exquisite and exclusive seasonal blooms to grace our designs. We utilize a high quantity of lush and rare floral selections, a deliberate choice that infuses our creations with opulence and a tactile richness that befits our distinct design style.
In this creative endeavor, we steadfastly refuse to take shortcuts or compromise quality by incorporating less desirable blooms merely to reduce costs. Instead, our philosophy revolves around the belief that our meticulously orchestrated floral compositions are the true harbingers of luxury, and is a quality standard we believe all couples deserve on their wedding day.
We understand that your wedding is a momentous occasion where every detail should exude a graceful elegance. While we acknowledge that flowers are indeed a luxury, we wholeheartedly affirm that they are a worthy investment, adding an unparalleled dimension of beauty and splendor to your special day.
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