Wedding Flower Guide
How to choose the perfect flowers that complement your wedding style and budget.
Flowers add beauty, fragrance, and personality to your wedding day. From your bridal bouquet to ceremony decorations, the right floral choices can transform your venue and create lasting memories.
Choose Seasonal Blooms
Seasonal flowers are not only more affordable but also look their best. Spring offers tulips and peonies, summer brings roses and hydrangeas, fall features dahlias and chrysanthemums, and winter showcases amaryllis and evergreens.
Consider Your Color Palette
Your flowers should complement, not compete with, your overall wedding colors. Create depth with varying shades of the same color, or add contrast with complementary hues.
Prioritize Your Flower Budget
If budget is tight, focus on your bridal bouquet and ceremony arrangements. Reception centerpieces can incorporate non-floral elements like candles, fruit, or greenery to stretch your budget.
Think About Longevity
Some flowers wilt quickly in heat or last longer than others. Discuss with your florist which blooms will look fresh throughout your entire celebration.
Incorporate Personal Meaning
Choose flowers that have special significance to your relationship. Perhaps the first flowers your partner gave you, or blooms from a meaningful location.
Don’t Forget Greenery
Lush greenery like eucalyptus, ferns, and ivy add texture and can help stretch your flower budget while creating a full, abundant look.
Plan for Preservation
Decide ahead of time if you want to preserve your bouquet. Press flowers for framing, dry them for display, or have them professionally preserved.
Work closely with your florist to create arrangements that reflect your style and stay within budget. Great florists can suggest alternatives that achieve your vision while being cost-effective.