September 26, 2024

6 Tips to Pick the Best Flowers for Your Wedding

Read our guest blog about pricking the best flowers for your wedding. There are endless possibilities when it comes to picking out floral arrangements for weddings - all it takes is knowing what kind of look fits best with yours.

6 Tips to Pick the Best Flowers for Your Wedding

Choosing the perfect flowers for your wedding is no small feat. With so many options available, deciding which flowers are best suited to your needs can sometimes be overwhelming. To help you make the right decision, here are 6 tips for selecting flowers to make your big day even more special.

Know Your Color Scheme

Before selecting any flowers, you should know what colors you want in your bouquets and centerpieces. It’s important to choose flowers that match or complement the colors of your wedding theme and overall decor. If you’re having trouble deciding on a color palette, look into what’s in season at the time of your wedding and choose accordingly.

Venue: The Bohlin in Newport, RI Photographer: Audrey Cutler Photography Florist: Fleur Soiree

Consider Your Budget

Flowers are a significant part of any wedding budget and can often take up a large percentage of it. Before selecting any specific arrangements, decide how much money you’re willing to spend on flowers and stick to that limit when making decisions. Talk with a florist about different ways to save money while still getting beautiful blooms for your special day.

Research Flower Meanings

Each flower has its unique meaning, so research each option before deciding which ones to use in your arrangements and bouquets. For example, roses traditionally represent love and passion while lilies signify purity and innocence. Knowing the symbolism behind certain blooms can help you pick wedding flowers that genuinely speak to you as a couple.

Venue: The Sullivan House on Block Island, RI Photographer: Ellen Sarget  Florist: Painted Rock Florist

Think About Size and Shape

Pay attention not only to the type of flower but also its size and shape when creating arrangements or bouquets for your wedding day. Taller varieties, such as lilies or snapdragons, can add height to centerpieces, while shorter stemmed flowers like hydrangeas provide texture without overpowering other elements around them. Additionally, some blooms come in different shapes, which may also factor into how they work together with other elements in an arrangement or bouquet design.

Look Into Faux Options

If real blooms aren’t within your budget, consider getting faux alternatives instead. Artificial flowers have come a long way over the years, and there are now realistic options available that look just like fresh-cut stems without costing as much (or wilting!). You can even mix real stems with artificial blossoms if desired.

Venue: Oceancliff in Newport, RI Photographer: Piper Brown Photography Florist: Plant Girl Shop

Hire A Professional

The best way to make sure all your floral dreams come true is by hiring a professional florist who knows exactly what they’re doing. A professional florist will be able to guide you through every step of choosing the perfect blooms for your big day as well as help create stunning arrangements that will wow guests on arrival. Plus, they'll be able to handle all aspects from setup to delivery to clean up, so you don't have to worry about anything except enjoying yourself.

There are endless possibilities when it comes to picking out floral arrangements for weddings - all it takes is knowing what kind of look fits best with yours. From researching flower meanings, considering budget restrictions, and working with a professional florist - these 6 tips will ensure that finding beautiful blooms for your special day is easy peasy. With these helpful hints in mind, start planning now and get ready for an unforgettable wedding experience filled with gorgeous floral accents.

 

Rachelle Wilber is a freelance writer living in the San Diego, California area. She graduated from San Diego State University with her Bachelor's Degree in Journalism and Media Studies. She tries to find an interest in all topics and themes, which prompts her writing. When she isn't on her porch writing in the sun, you can find her shopping, at the beach, or at the gym. Follow her on Twitter and Facebook: @RachelleWilber; https://www.facebook.com/people/Rachelle-Wilber/100009221637700/


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