When you imagine your wedding day, it’s easy to picture something straight out of a storybook — soft music playing, everyone beaming with joy, your bouquet perfectly fluffed, and every detail going exactly to plan. But here’s the truth: real weddings rarely go perfectly. And that’s not a bad thing. In fact, it’s often the unplanned, the unexpected, and even the slightly unhinged moments that become the stories you’ll tell for years to come.

A Story I’ll Never Forget 💐

A week before my own wedding, my maid of honour broke her back. Yes — a full-on spinal fracture. She lives in BC, and we genuinely didn’t expect her to come. We told her to rest and recover, not to worry about the wedding, and to focus on healing. And then — the day before the wedding — she showed up. On crutches. Smiling. Ready to stand by my side, just like she promised. It wasn’t the moment I imagined, but it was one of the most meaningful parts of the entire day. Because love shows up — even if it’s bruised, broken, or limping a little. ❤️

The Beauty in the Chaos 🌿

As a florist, I’ve seen a lot behind the scenes: bouquets left in hotel rooms, ceremony chairs blown over by wind, centerpieces accidentally stolen by well-meaning grandmas. (True story.) But through it all — the vows are still said. The laughter still echoes. And the flowers still blum. So if your wedding day has a few hiccups? It’s okay. Those are the moments that make your day uniquely yours. Because the truth is, perfection doesn’t make a wedding magical — connection does.

I’d love to hear your most memorable wedding moment — the beautiful, the unexpected, or even the downright chaotic. Whether it happened at your own wedding or one you attended, share it in the comments below.

Let’s celebrate the real stories that make weddings unforgettable 💬💐

Love, petals & a little bit of chaos,

Rebecca 🌸