The tradition of holding a bouquet while walking down the aisle is a ritual that dates back to centuries. It is a mandate to carry a gorgeous bouquet in western weddings but recently the ritual has become a trend in the Indian weddings as well. Now the Indian brides prefer to walk with a beautiful bouquet as it not only adds to their ensemble but is also used for throwing in the ‘tossing the bouquet ceremony’.
That is surely a fun tradition that you might want to add in your wedding. But for all this , the bouquet has to be something unique or one of its kind. It must match your outfit and get noticed but should not overshadow your dress so balance is key but you can get creative as much as you want.
Calla lilies
Want to go for a simpler option? Try calla lilies wrapped in a silk ribbon. As the flowers are pretty large in size, a tall pageant style bouquet would do the trick. Calla lilies are pretty common for brides to pick as they symbolize innocence and purity. They are perfect for a summer or a spring wedding, pair them with tropical leaves, ferns or grasses in order to add depth .
The white variety is often used but if you want some color, go with the cranberry ones. They are dark red, almost purple and will look lovely against your simple outfit.
Lavender
For centuries, lavender has been used for its medicinal properties or fragrance but the bright purple hue is to die for. The sleek body of lavenders make them perfect for a pageant style bouquet but you can pair it with light roses in a nosegay style as well. Lavender is believed to bring good luck so make sure to use a ton of it in different ways like in invitations, flower crowns and boutonnieres.
Nowadays, dried lavender is used in wedding bouquets with other beautiful flowers and leaves as well. Get in touch with a wholesale flower supplier and buy lavender stems in bulk.
Tropical bouquets
When it comes to tropical blooms, there are never ending options to choose from. The different colors, textures and pairing will drive you insane because every flower is beautiful and will surely leave you confused. But for starters, go with flowers like bougainvillea, orchids, protea, anthurium and ginger flowers. They are rare , beautiful and will help you stand out as a bride .
Pair these romantic blooms with ferns and add layers of leaves like monstera and fan palms. These will also help you to achieve the tropical jungle vibe that you are looking for.
50 shades of Anemone
These delicate blooms with the fascinating design and texture will entice your guests and leave them in awe . This surely is a vibrant variety which entails dozens of options or ways of using them for the bouquet. For starters, a simple posey made with a handful of stems wrapped around beautiful ferns and small flowers will do the trick, as they look dainty and romantic as it is.
But if you want some drama, go for an oversized arrangement of Japanese anemones , classic greens, tuberoses and some carnations here and there. The bouquet has to be roughly done to provide some casual aesthetics. Anemones symbolize long lost love and excitement for a bright future.
A mix of all
Well, you should definitely pair different and rare flowers for the bouquet as it will make your ensemble edgy and unique. Use various textures, shapes and colors while assembling the final bouquet. For example, use spray roses and dahlias as the main flowers and surround them with succulents, eucalyptus mums , eryngium and freesias. When put together they look lovely and will go with any outfit.
Choose a combination according to your likes and preferences.
Billy buttons
Ending on a fairly whimsical note, billy buttons or billy balls will elevate any floral arrangement to a whole new level . They look lovely when paired with succulents, pastel- colored roses, ferns and tropical leaves. They will add a pop of color to your overall look so add them abundantly if you want a bright and colorful bouquet or go for a simple posey if you want to keep it elegant.
