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Choosing the right bouquet can be a stressful experience. Choose correctly and you'll have the perfect accessory on your wedding day. Make a mistake and you'll be forced to relive your crime every time you walk past your wedding photos!
When choosing your bridal bouquet do you opt for the simple elegance of a white calla lily, the classic romance of an open rose or the modern vibrancy of a gloriosa lily? The combinations of colour and texture combined with the bouquet style will set the theme of your wedding. From country garden classic to sleek modern and minimal, use your bridal bouquet to accessorise your dress and make a statement.
Don't forget that after all the advice you have received from friends and family, it is YOUR WEDDING! You should choose the bouquet that you want, in the colour and style that you want to hold as you walk down the aisle.
Important questions to ask
To help make the right decision begin by asking yourself the following questions:
- What is my colour theme; are you looking for the classic white wedding, bright and funky, girly pinks, cool blues, shabby chic or New England pastels.
- What are my favourite flowers; you may choose flowers that have a special meaning to you, those that you have always loved or those that are in fashion.
- What flowers will be in season; whether it's Tulips in April, peonies in May or Red roses at Christmas all have a wonderful seasonal appeal. Seasonal flowers will often be cheaper and their colours deeper and more powerful. Equally, trying to force flowers that are out of season into your plans can be expensive and deliver poor quality blooms that are a shadow of themselves in season.
The consultation
Many brides will bring photos or pictures cut from magazines highlighting styles, colours and flowers that they want included in their bouquet. This is always a great help to your florist and will ensure that you get your ideas across without any misunderstandings.
Expect to discuss the style of bouquet you would like in comparison with your dress and your body shape.
Petite brides may use trailing foliage to accentuate their height.
Curvaceous brides in a classic A-line skirt may choose a bouquet with plenty of movement using mixed foliages and floaty grasses.
Brides in a sleek, skimming dress often choose flowers with simple lines like calla lilies or phaleonopsis orchids mixed with the lush greens of tropical grasses and foliages.
Of course these are just a few examples and every bride will have different preferences and ideas.
Find a florist with a passion for design!
Look for a florist with a passion for design and a commitment to helping you make the right decision. Find a florist who listens to what you want and never accept a pricelist detailing what other brides had. Your bouquet should be unique and express everything you feel about your wedding day. Make sure you receive a quote detailing exactly what will be in your bouquet, how it will look and the type of detail you want.
The Devil is in the detail
Many brides will bring photos or pictures cut from magazines highlighting styles, colours and flowers that they want included in their bouquet. This is always a great help to your florist and will ensure that you get your ideas across without any misunderstandings.
Don't forget your maids!
Now you have chosen your bouquet it is time to consider the maids. Think about the colour of your dress and those of your maids. How old are they? Do you intend them to be carrying anything down the aisle such a handbag, wand or fan? Perhaps they are young and will need to be holding some ones hand?
Here are a few ideas to consider:
- Posy bouquet; in the bridal theme picking out one colour or a feature flower.
- Wrist corsage; gerberas or orchids look great and work well on the wrist.
- Flower and petal baskets; small baskets decorated in ribbon and flowers for little ones to hold.
- Wands; perfect for little fairies! They can be decorated with flowers and ribbon.
- Wrapped stems; simple stems tied together with ribbon or raffia.
What about the boys?
Buttonholes look great whether they are dressed in smart morning suits or relaxed linen suits. Usually a single flower is chosen from the bridal bouquet. The single flower is wired and foliage and grasses are attached to complete a feature piece that will compliment any groom or usher! Men's buttonholes are worn on the left hand side.
Corsages
Ladies within the wedding party normally wear a corsage. These can be worn on clothing or take the form of a wrist or handbag corsage. Many ladies choose accessories including beads, feathers, sparkles, skeleton leaves or even butterflies.
Normally attached using a brooch pin, magnets and ribbon can also be used. A good florist will help you understand all the options available to you and how best to attach your chosen design.
Choose the right bouquet and have a wonderful day!
Choosing your wedding bouquet should be a fun and fabulous experience. Leave plenty of time choose your bouquet and find the right florist for you. Don't be afraid to change your mind! Its your bouquet so make sure you have exactly what you want!! So to recap and ensure you have everything you need to choose the right bouquet, follow these simple points :
- Start planning your bouquet about 12 months ahead of your wedding date
- Plan for the consultation by collecting pictures and colour swatches
- Ask yourself the following questions
- What is my colour theme?
- What are my favourite flowers?
- Which flowers will be in season or out of season?
- Do you want a wired shower bouquet, a hand tied posy or a modern work of art?
- What sort of detail do you want to include?
- Search websites of florists where you are getting married
- Look for a florist who shows passion, love and commitment for what they do
- Think about your maids!
- Don't forget the boys!
- Help the ladies in the wedding party plan their corsages.
The next step?
Contact florists near your marriage venue and make an appointment to meet. For help in choosing the right florist for you click through to the article that helps you make the right decision.
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