3 Essential Tips for Planning Your Emerald Lake Lodge Wedding (From a Wedding Florist)

If you're planning a wedding at Emerald Lake Lodge, you've already chosen one of the prettiest spots in the Canadian Rockies to say "I do." Between the turquoise lake, alpine views, and cozy cabin vibes, it's a picture-perfect destination. As a wedding florist who loves doing weddings at Emerald Lake, I wanted to share a few quick and helpful tips to keep your floral plans simple, smooth, and stunning.

1. Let the Views Lead the Way

Emerald Lake is already doing a lot of the heavy lifting when it comes to scenery. So, when it comes to florals, it’s great to keep it soft and natural.Wildflower-inspired bouquets, loose garden-style florals lots of greenery, and organic shapes look right at home against that mountain backdrop. Less is more when you’ve got this much beauty all around you.

2. Getting stuff there takes a little planning
Since you can’t drive right up to the lodge, everything needs to be shuttled in from the parking lot. Your vendors will need to pack carefully and allow extra time. Keep setups a little lighter if possible and make sure everyone knows the plan.

3. Mountain weather is wild
It can be sunny one minute and raining the next. Even in summer. Make sure you’ve got a backup plan for any outdoor flowers like arches or aisle pieces. The good news is the lodge is beautiful inside too, so nothing’s lost if things shift indoors.

If you’re getting married out at Emerald Lake, you’re in for something really special. And if you ever want to bounce around floral ideas, I’d be more than happy to help!