The Perfect Wedding Flowers
Brides need not worry about matchmaking when
it comes to wedding flowers. From the bridal bouquets to the boutonnieres, wedding flower
trends include diversity of choice, of colour and distinctiveness of design.
 Wedding
flowers follow fashion trends and today, individuality, rather than convention is in
style. No longer do the bridesmaids' bouquets need to match the bridal bouquet, the
boutonnieres and centerpieces. In some cases, each bridesmaid may even have a different
bouquet. The "champagne wedding" is another popular trend. With this theme, the
bride and attendants carry all-white, fragrant bouquets.
Colourful blooms, in contrast to traditional
white, also are in vogue, with lavenders and plums beautifying bridal parties. Bold and
powerful arrangements dominate over the traditionally romantic. The traditional delicate
mixes of flowers are, in many cases, being replaced with modern, even monochromatic
designs featuring only one flower or colour such as the beautiful bouquet of yellow roses
pictured.
When it comes to dramatic and distinctive
design, hand-tied French twist bouquets incorporating bold ribbons and pearls make a
striking statement. Cascading bouquets, another current popular selection for brides, will
continue to add drama.
Flowers are an important part of a wedding,
helping to create an atmosphere of celebration as well as wonderful pictures and memories.
Take the time to choose flowers that have special meaning to you.
Since ancient times when bunches of herbs
were carried by brides under their veils, flowers have been an integral part of the
wedding ceremony. Traditionally, they were symbols of fertility, however, many flowers
also have significance all their own:
- the Rose symbolize love;
- the Orchid symbolize beauty;
- the Carnation symbolize distinction;
- the White Daisy symbolize innocence;
- the Orange Blossom symbolize purity and loveliness;
- Blue Violets symbolize faithfulness;
- the Blue Bellsymbolize constancy;
- Forget-Me-Nots symbolize true love;
- Lily of the valley symbolize happiness;
- the White Lilac symbolize youthful innocence;
- Red Chrysanthemums symbolize sharing; and
- the Gardenia symbolize joy.
Sooner or later almost everyone becomes
associated with a wedding. Whether it is your wedding, your son's or daughter's or a
friend's, knowledge about wedding flowers can be valuable information which will save time
and expense.
Bouquets: The Bride's bouquet usually has
a white background with a colour contrast matching the colour of the bridesmaids' dresses
and their flowers. The bouquet can be made in a variety of styles. The Maid or Matron of
Honour's bouquet usually differs and contrasts the Bridesmaids' bouquets. The Bridesmaids
may carry a variety of styles of bouquets, such as nosegay, posy, full bouquet or cascade.
Corsages: For Bride's traveling, Mothers,
Grandmothers, Soloist, Organist.
Boutonnieres: These are usually white and
can be carnation, rose or gardenia; for the Groom, Best Man, Ushers, Fathers,
Grandfathers, Ring-Bearer and M.C.
Flowers For The Church: Altar Bouquets,
Floral Standards or Baskets, tall arrangements in standard columns, White ribbon, pew
bows, with or without flowers and greens attached are also required.
Reception Flowers: Head table and other
centrepieces, miscellaneous flowers, table garland, knife decoration, etc.
Remember: Wedding flower
requirements can be small with just one or two corsages and boutonnieres, or large with
many bouquets, arrangements, corsages and boutonnieres required. Whatever your need in
flowers, your local Florist can help you choose the style and colour combinations which
will make your wedding day a more memorable and beautiful occasion. |
