New trend emerging from Brides ordering flowers

We have noticed that brides are looking to keep costs down with regards to things that they may well not be too fussed about-an example of this is wedding flowers. Most brides want a beautiful bouquet but after that church decoration is not high on the priority list. As you know we cater to every budget so what is happening with a lot of brides is 1 of 3 things.

They are ordering fresh wedding party flowers-bride bridesmiads groom groomsmen, and getting a spray for the altar.

They are ordering the above and hiring our 2 large candleabras for the altar in place of the traditional pedestal arrangements.

They are ordering fresh bridal party flowers and silk flowers for the church.

Now obviously NOT ALL brides are doing this but its an idea!

Wedding flower bouquets

Continuing on the wedding flower theme, here is a quick guide to wedding bridal bouquets and the styles and shapes they suit.

Overarm Bouquets: Best for brides with slim figures, wedding dresses with lots of detailing and long slinky lighweight dresses. Usual flowers in these are calla lilies.

Trailing Bouquets: Best for brides that are tall as this bouquet helps draw the eye downward. The best wedding dress styles for this bouquet include A-Line, ballerina and princess skirts with a flowing train. Usual flowers in these can vary from roses to orchids.

Tear Drop bouquets: Best for a bride with a fuller figure, with a traditional wedding dress shape-bodice and full A-Line skirt. Any style that flares from the waist. Lots of varying styles some with roses others with mixed flowers including bouvardia, calla lilies, and greenery

Hand-Tied Bouquets: Best for medium height brides with the same build. Bias cut dresses that have an understated modern look. This bouquet is very popular though as most brides love roses. Most flowers can be made into a hand tie of some form so the choice is yours!

Don’t forget this is a guide not a rule book, and if like a particular stlye bouquet and it looks perfect wih your dress and your style go with it!

Planning your wedding flowers

When we meet a bride to talk about her wedding flowers most brides have an idea of some flowers but not unless she is a gardening enthusiast will she know what the flower names are. We usually show photos of available flowers in varying colurs and ask a bride which are standing out to her, and in our store we have arrangements doen in varying styles and the bride gets ideas of shapes and styles she likes. However it is not as easy as this everywhere-so here are a few tips.

1. Ask to see photos of the pflowers you are interested in or the florist is recommending.

2. Ensure you have a colour theme in mind and BE specific. If you hate a particular flower inform your florist to make sure they are not used on your wedding day.

3. Don’t be afraid to talk money. If you have a budget tell your florist from the start and then no-one is in the dark.

4. Ask about ways the florist can create the wow-factor without the expense. We generally work on unusual designs and different types of material-not always just flowers to create stunning and memorable looks.

5. Have a list with you of everyting you will need. Number of bouquets, buttonholes, pew ends, church arrangements, and if you want the florist to meet you in the church to go through everyting you have in mind don’t be afraid to ask!

Below is a list of flowers that are popular and flowers for the seasons. Also if you are unsure of the flowers this website will help you on your way! http://www.flowerguide.com/

Year Round-Calla Lily, Gerbera, Stargazer Lily, Rosa, Lisianthus, Freesia, Anthurium, Bouvardia, Carnation,

Spring-Muscari, Tulips, Lilacs, Hyacinths, Lily of the valley

Summer-Delphinium, Agapanthus, Sweet Pea, Hydrangea, Peony Rose

Autumn-Sedum, Nerine, Gladioli, Zinnia, Hypericum

Winter-Eucharis, Amaryllis, Hellebore, Ranunculus, Anemone