Tess is the ultimate red rose for weddings. Steeped in passion and elegance she is opulent and dramatic. With her deep carmine ruffles and effortless grace, Tess is a breathtaking choice. Symbolising love and devotion, this true red rose evokes passion and theatre wherever you place her. If you’re dreaming of a classic red rose wedding, Tess stands truly unmatched.
Being such a bold and dramatic hue, it takes some careful planning to style Tess. The goal is to enhance her natural beauty and befit her dramatic nature. Read on for everything you need to know about using Tess, the ultimate red rose in your bridal bouquet and arrangements.
What Are The Characteristics and Colours of Tess?
Tess is a generous, velvety textured red bloom, with a richly ruffled rosette that opens to reveal a shimmering golden stamen and a subtle scent of tea. Tess benefits from a super long vase life and slowly evolves from tight bud to perfect rosette. The ultimate red rose for weddings, Tess is a classic beauty. Her velvety deep scarlet petals unfurl, gradually darkening in colour and captivating like no other.
What Season Does Tess, The Ultimate Red Rose Shine In?
Tess is undoubtedly a showstopper for winter weddings. Her deep crimson hues evoke the warmth and romance of the season. Roses have long been associated with Valentine’s Day, making them the perfect choice for a celebration of love, and Tess embodies that timeless connection. While she truly shines during the colder months, there’s little denying that her opulent beauty can make a statement throughout the year. Thanks to David Austin’s commitment to year-round availability, Tess can bring her classic, passionate elegance to your wedding in any season, whether paired with the crisp air of winter or the fresh blooms of spring and summer.
What Other Roses Does Tess Complement?
Before we talk colours, consider showcasing Tess alone to shine in all her opulent ruby-red glory. This refined red rose bouquet is a beautiful example. Tess’ beauty can be truly appreciated when there are no additional flowers and foliage to distract the eye. You could still add colour elsewhere in your wedding and bridesmaid’s dresses in delicate hues such as cream, champagne or blush all look incredible with red.
When looking for roses to work alongside Tess, the ultimate red wedding rose, we love combining her with the fuchsia tones of Capability along with Miranda’s candy-pink rosettes to achieve a striking, fresh and youthful colour palette. Looking at shades on either side of red on the colour wheel, known as analogous colours, guarantees triumphant colour pairings.
What Style of Wedding Does Tess Suit?
Reminiscent of classical period romance, Tess adds a touch of nostalgia to wedding flowers. Depending on your personal style, you can enhance or offset this effect. If you’re all about historical inspiration and have chosen a period venue, bring out Tess’s distinctive charm with green foliage and antique accents. Think calligraphy, wax seals and imagery of iconic historical art. Brides who prefer a bold, modern approach can also style Tess in a completely different way. Let her take centre stage with minimal adornment, using minimal other flowers or styling accents for a striking, minimalist look.
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