the face behind the flowers
Let me introduce myself and tell you a little about my floral journey….
ABOUT Fernwood Flowers
I am Brigid Riley, a Meath/ Cavan based wedding florist and the founder of Fernwood Flowers. I have been working with couples to plan their dream weddings for over 20 years now (yikes!), most recently in the UK but firstly in the US where I worked in the luxury floral sector, learning from some of the best in the business. It was a hectic pace but I absolutely loved it in that moment. When my husband and I moved back to Ireland in 2015 with our two young children in tow, we decided we wanted a rural upbringing for them, where they could grow up slowly. To fulfil this dream, I knew I would need to start my own business. I had a vision for a style of floristry (and life!) that took a slower pace, with inspiration from garden- gathered flowers, abundant and romantic and inspired by the seasons and so Fernwood Flowers was born!
FUN FACTS
Other things about me? Let’s see….
I love to travel. I am always planning our family’s next adventure. I believe strongly that experiences are so much more valuable than material things and I am trying to instill those values in my kids. I love the outdoors, hiking in the forest, working in the garden, dining alfresco in the Summer- generally being around nature. I love black coffee (probably too much), delicious, simple food and great wine. I am left-handed, a Ciotóg as we say in Ireland. I was raised in Ireland, though I was born in the US and I feel an attachment to both sides of the pond. I have an incredible husband, Kyle who truly keeps the show on the road when I am busy flowering beautiful weddings!
About you
Our couples are seekers of beauty, lovers of travel, big dreamers and hard workers.
You are a lover of magical atmospheres that evoke emotions and embrace the tiniest tales.
You understand subtly in design and you value quality over quantity.
If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!