Wedding Flowers
I’ve been looking at the trends in wedding flowers since I got married last year and the interesting thing I’ve found is that there is no one trend everyone is doing right now. There are more options than ever for incorporating flowers into your wedding and the events surrounding it. Don’t forget that you can order some flowers locally from your neighborhood florist and others through an online florist to save time and send flowers for the rehersal dinner or brunch the day before. (or even the table arangements)
They do offer full wedding flower packages online but not knowing which florist will be handling the flower delivery or seeing a test design in person before the big day may be somewhat nervous for a bride ordering online. You may want to order some test arangements from the site beforehand to see what the quality and colors look like in person. The prices can be a lot less than your local florist.
The major styles of wedding flowers to choose from are:
1. All white. (or Ivory) This is very traditional. White signifies purity, beauty and the significance of the occasion. White roses, lillies and orchids are all wonderful choices. Some people mix in some pastel green, yellow or pink with the white for some variety. (try fresia for fragrance)
2. Super Bright. This is the exact opposite of all white wedding flowers. People who chose these flowers (orange, yellows, bright pinks and purple) tend to really want to have a party with a big impact. Many exotic orchids come in just these colors so they lend themselves to tropical and beach wedding locations. Gerber daisies are also a popular choice.
3. Red. The traditional color of love. A simple 2 dozen roses that are opening in the bouquet is a classic statement. (skip the pearl in the center of each rose) A red ribbon wrapped around the stems with some decorative crystals ads to the glamour. Table arangements can be just as simple showing small clear glass vases with all one kind of flower in red tightly packed in a mound of color.
4. Trendy. There are always trendy colors. Purple is hot right now. Green with brown accents has also been popular. Red & White flowers with Aqua accents has also been popular in the last few years. Orchids are the hottest of them all and they last for a long time outside of water. There was a Hydrangea trend started by Martha Stewart about 10 years ago that is still going on today because of the pastel blues and purples available in these flowers.
6. Seasonal. Anyone getting married in the fall would love the bi-color carnival roses in yellow with tips of red. (they’re my favorite too). In the winter white flowers with blue accents are beautiful as well as red for the holidays and Valentine’s day. Spring inspires pastels, but be careful that it doesn’t look too baby shower. Keep the girlyness simple.
Whatever you chose, make sure that you love them. It is your wedding and the flowers should express the feelings that you want to show on your wedding day, and nobody else.