7 Helpful Tips for the Perfect Wedding Bouquet
As a bride when it comes to tying together a wedding, your bouquet will be one of the most important details.
It will be what you hold in your hand as you walk down the aisle and it's also what you’ll be using for most of your portraits.
Your bouquet should match both your dress and wedding theme, but the florals should also feel purposeful to you.
Without further ado, here are some helpful tips for making sure your bouquet is perfect.
a bouquet should look like it's been intentionally chosen
It's important to choose flowers that look like they've been purposely chosen just for you, so it does not look out of place.
The best way to select the flowers that go in your bouquet is to truly think about your preferences on size, fullness, and color.
If you're not comfortable making decisions, just let your trusted floral team know what your wedding gown looks like and leave the rest up to them.
flowers are lit up by how they react to the light, so pick ones that will look good in all lighting conditions
Some flowers look better under natural light and others look best in a moodier setting.
For example, a red rose will look different under direct sunlight as opposed to a white orchid.
If you plan on having an outdoor wedding during the summertime, then it will be under bright sunlight most of the day.
If you are having a wedding mostly indoors in the wintertime, then your selection of flowers for your bouquet will likely have more of a winter feel.
If you plan on holding a candlelit ceremony or reception at night, avoid flowers that need direct sunlight to bloom best, like tulips.
roses are most common at weddings, but keep other flowers in mind too
Roses are a classic choice for weddings, but there are many other flowers that you can use in your bouquet.
If you want your bouquet to be especially unique and memorable, then consider incorporating other flowers as well.
Have you ever seen a bouquet of peonies? They are commonly associated with weddings, and they come in a variety of colors and sizes.
If you want a bouquet that is typical for royalty, then consider lily of the valley - these are enchanting and perfectly timeless, but due to its short lifespan they can be quite pricey.
make sure your bouquet matches the wedding theme
The bouquet is a major focal point of your wedding, so you'll want to make sure it matches the theme.
If you're planning a vineyard wedding, for example, consider using brighter colors.
Try and match the colors in your bouquet with something else so it feels cohesive together - like maybe using pink roses as centerpieces because they go so well with your vibrant red bouquet.
For an ultra glam affair, with a gown full of crystals, maybe minimalistic colors would complement best.
use flowers that have a range of similar hues
If you choose flowers that have similarities or colors that contrast well together, it will be easier to match the rest of your wedding theme at your reception.
make sure your florist has your bouquet ready at least two hours before your first look
When your floral team drops off your personal flowers, make sure you remind them to deliver your bouquet in a vase with water, so they'll arrive fresh and ready for the day.
If your wedding day is mainly outdoors, keep an eye on your bouquet as it can dry out quickly in the sun.
remember that this is YOUR wedding day, so in reality you can do whatever brings you joy
Even thought it may be tough, try to not let all the surrounding judgements affect your decision making when it comes to choosing your bouquet, or anything else regarding your wedding.
As long as you go with what is in your heart, that will always be the best choice.
If you're a bride who likes things simple, then perhaps white roses would be best for you.
And if color is more important than anything else, then picking out vibrant tones would be ideal.
So, there you have it—seven tips to help you create the perfect wedding bouquet. And don’t forget: when it comes to florals, there are no rules.
