Philadelphia, PA State of the Wedding industry
The State of the Wedding Industry at The Rittenhouse Hotel was a night to remember for Philadelphia, PA weddings—an elegant collision of expertise, insight, and unexpected flair. Five wedding industry pros gathered to dissect trends and swap stories, and when they asked me, Gothic Ties Alternative Wedding Florist, to design the floral arrangements, we brought a moody, romantic edge that felt perfectly at home among the chandeliers and velvet drapes. Attendees left with notebooks full of ideas and a fresh perspective on Philadelphia, PA weddings, inspired by conversation, collaboration, and the darkly beautiful bouquets that anchored the evening. For wedding pros looking for advice and wisdom, this event was a timely reminder that Philadelphia, PA weddings can be classic, contemporary, and deliciously alternative all at once.
Alternative Wedding Veils
As an Alternative Wedding Florist, I adore when a bride experiments with alternative wedding veils — they’re the perfect pop of personality without ditching the classic dress. Veils are a sneaky little way to add color, texture, and attitude to your look, and with so many styles available there truly is an alternative wedding veil for everyone. Below are a few fellow artisans and shops I happily recommend if you’re hunting for the perfect alternative wedding veil.
Gothic FLower Bouquets
Do you want your gothic flower bouquet to stand apart from the sea of cookie‑cutter arrangements? Do Pinterest gothic flower bouquets all blur into the same moody collage, leaving you frustrated because none of them capture the exact vibe you crave? You’re not alone — and you don’t need to have the perfect vocabulary or a stack of inspiration photos to get the bouquet you imagine.
Should I D.I.Y flowers for my wedding or Hire a Professional Florist?
Choosing a professional florist over D.I.Y flowers for your wedding or event isn’t just about convenience — it’s about turning a vision into an experience that feels effortless, cohesive, and unforgettable. While DIY bouquets and centerpieces can be charming, they often come with hidden time drains, logistical headaches, and design pitfalls that can dim your big day.
tips for throwing a Whimsical wedding
I think the trending word for 2026 weddings is WHIMSICAL. Yes — whimsical weddings. As a florist who asks clients, at every consultation, to describe their wedding in a few buzzwords, “whimsical” comes up again and again. Couples want celebrations that are playful for their guests and soothing for themselves; the more whimsy you weave in, the more your wedding day will feel like a romantic, slightly magical dream.
5 Tips for throwing an gothic/alternative wedding
Are you having some trouble trying to plan your gothic or alternative wedding? Here are some tips for throwing an gothic or alternative wedding that will help streamline your wedding planning process!
Micro Weddings In PA
As a florist, when I am part of such a small, intimate wedding, it makes the occasion feel even more special and deeply important to me. Micro weddings have a way of making your celebration feel exceptionally personal and uniquely tailored to your story. That intimacy is exactly what we strive for at Gothic Ties — obsessively romantic, meticulously crafted, and unmistakably you.