Wedding Bouquets
Wedding bouquets have always been one of the attractions at any wedding and should be planned and chosen in the same way as any other part of the wedding day such as the wedding dress or decorations for the evening celebrations.
What style should you choose. Choose a bouquet style that suits you and your personality. A nosegay or posy is a small bunch of flowers which is arranged in a round form and can suit many different personalities. A cascade of flowers are arranged in a descending form and can be the center of attention. You could even choose a single flower whilst this is not strictly a bouquet, it can be a very affective choice if you choose the right flower.
Hand-tied bouquets have flowers whose stems are wrapped in ribbons and are recommended for garden weddings and contemporary bouquets are arranged in a style but have no geometric form. These types of bouquet can represent the individuality of a bride and are mostly used in sophisticated weddings.
Choose seasonal flowers. By choosing flowers that will be in season when you are getting married you will not only save money, but you will also save time as out of season flowers will be harder ti find and are generally more expensive.
Consider alternatives. If you have your heart set on flowers that are not going to be in season then why not think about artificial flowers such as silk. They can look just as attractive as fresh flowers.
Choose flowers to fit your figure. If you are petite then choosing a bouquet that’s too big can affect your posture and how you carry wedding dress. You should not let your flowers drown you and they should be easy for you to carry throughout your ceremony.
Your flowers should last the day. Using a bouquet holder will help your flowers to stay fresh for the entire day. Take the advice of you chosen florist as they will be able to tell you which flowers are less likely to wilt.
Help your florist choose your flowers. Whilst your florist will be able to give you good advice on the flowers to choose, you can make their life a lot easier by taking along a photograph of your wedding dress or even a sample of the fabric you are using. If you have a specific style in mind for your bouquet then let your florist know as this may have an affect on the choice of flowers that look right.
Some flowers have a special meaning. Stephanotis stands for happiness in love, roses mean love and being true, tulips stand for perfect love. You florist will be able to help you choose the flowers that have the right meaning for you.
Popular wedding flowers. The most popular flowers used in weddings are roses, lilies, orchids, hyacinths, stephanotis, and daisies.
Take your time when choosing your wedding bouquet, give your florist as much information as you can and you are sure to find the perfect bouquet for you special day.
