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FLOWERS QUICK TIPS
Who knew that those delicate little things called flowers could cause such indecision? With so many options out there, it’s hard to choose. To the rescue: The florist, who can be your closest ally in realizing your vision. Keep in mind that your bouquet is much more than a decorative accessory—it’s a statement of your bridal style. From traditional to romantic, the possibilities are endless.
- Romantic Bride: Candlelight dinners and moonlit walks are what you dream of most; it’s a fantasy wedding for you. Your pastel-hued bouquet resembles a garden brimming with oceana roses, a flurry of viburnum and lilac.
- Traditional Bride: Your classic satin and lace but boring you’re not! You love to add your own personal touch to everything you do. Your wedding style is a spray of vanilla roses with a lacing of lily of the valley and stephanotis.
- Sophisticated Bride: You’re worldly yet practical. You love glamour and already know your signature style. Your bouquet, as understated as your refined touch, perfectly combines pink calla lilies nestled in a soft spray of lily of the valley.
- Modern Bride: Your cutting-edge sense of fashion has made you the trendsetter—so spectacular. Your bouquet is no exception with a splash of orchids with magnolia leaves, moss, and curly willow.
And remember...
- Book in advance: The best florists can be booked six months to a year ahead of time.
- Shop around: Canvas friends, coworkers and your event planner for suggestions.
- Cut costs: Try to schedule the wedding away from flower-giving holidays (Christmas, Valentine’s Day). Blooms tend to be pricey during those times.
- Take along swatches of your color scheme, as well as a photo of your gown and bridesmaids’ dresses; this will help you and your florist decide what flowers work best.
- Instead of labor-intensive, intricately-constructed bouquets, choose loosely-cut flowers tied together as a bouquet with wired satin ribbon, organza or tulle. Or, carry one or several stems for a dramatic statement.
- Consider centerpieces of fresh-cut blooms in simple vases, or candles instead of flowers.
- Bridesmaid bouquets can do double duty as flower decorations on the cake or guest-book table.
- Use small pots of flowers for a centerpiece that can also be guest favors.
- If you’re having floral arrangements at your ceremony site, ask a trusted friend to transport them to the reception site, where they can double as centerpieces for the head table, or decoration for the place card and cake tables.
- Ask about small trees (pretty when decorated with tiny white lights), greenery or candles to fill in empty spaces.
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