David McConkey

Blog

Welcome to my blog. Here, you can read articles about the latest wedding flower trends and what is happening in my world.

You can also see my latest tips and tricks to make your day more memorable.

Wedding Flower Trends in 2023
The First Steps When Planning a Wedding

You’re engaged! Congratulations! Whether you are basking in that newly engaged glow or can’t wait to get planning, you have a wonderful time ahead as you dream about and plan your perfect wedding day. The key is to not panic and enjoy the process.

David Talks To Adam White Wedding Films About His Career

A little while ago, Adam White, from Adam White Wedding Films, met up with David at a wedding. He was fascinated by David's business and how he got started in the industry.

Studio Update

It's important to me, and to my couples, that when they visit my studio in Ballynahinch, nr Belfast, for their wedding consultation, they feel comfortable and relaxed and that my surroundings express me and my work.

Northern Ireland Florist Of The Year 2022

The 28th March 2022 saw the return of the Creative Oceanic Northern Ireland Wedding Awards 2022; the event held in the Europa Hotel, Belfast brought together over 350 wedding specialists from across Northern Ireland to celebrate and showcase their businesses in the glamorous awards ceremony.

Weddings of 2021 Part 1

It’s been a busy wedding season I’m pleased to report after what was a tough time for us all! And it’s not over yet, I’ve plenty more weddings this year and 2022 and 2023 are fast filling up. I can’t wait to create beautiful wedding flowers for them all.

The Post Pandemic Wedding

Despite restrictions lifting for weddings here in Northern Ireland from the 24th May, we’re not quite back to ‘normal’ - guest numbers will be agreed on an individual basis after a risk assessment by the venue, so for many this may still be limited. But if Covid-19 has taught us anything, it’s that we can adapt and embrace the challenges.

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