Can you imagine a wedding without flowers? What would the bride carry as she walked down the aisle? What about the bridesmaids – what would they carry? At the reception, what would create ambiance and atmosphere?

The answers is flowers, of course. Flowers add more than just colour to your wedding, they add romance, and create an enchanting atmosphere. Flowers can tie your wedding theme together by combining colours and textures, and adding delicate fragrance to the entire day.

Bridal bouquet by www.BunchesDirect.com

When choosing flowers for your wedding, you should keep these three tips in mind:

1. Choose flowers that are in season: Some flowers are available all year around, but some are not. When deciding on flowers, it is wise to select flowers that will be in season at the time of your wedding. For example, roses, singapore orchids and gardenias are available all year around. In the spring and summer, flowers such as frangipanis, lily of the valley, tiger lilies and peonies are in season. In the autumn and winter, flowers such as camelias, azaleas, hyacinths and violets are in season. If you insist on having flowers that are not in season, they will cost you more as they will need to be imported.

2. Choose colours that compliment your wedding colour theme: Flowers come in so many beautiful colours that it can be overwhelming. A simple tip is to choose the colours that compliment the colour theme of your wedding. For example, if your wedding colours are purple and white, the obvious choice is purple and white flowers, but how about adding a splash of pink as well? A wedding I attended several years ago had red as the main colour. The bride wore an ivory gown and carried a bouquet of red roses. Her five bridesmaids wore red gowns and carried ivory roses. The reception was decorated in red and silver. It looked vibrant and absolutely stunning.

3. Add foliage to enhance the beauty of the flowers: Greenery adds more interest and depth to flowers. Some foliage added in with the flowers can add natural beauty, and allow the flowers to stand out more.

Flowers for your wedding include the bridal bouquet, bouquets for bridesmaids and flower girls, corsages for the parents and immediate family. For the church, floral arrangements for the altar and at the end of each pew create an inviting ambiance. At the reception, large arrangements at the foyer can create a welcoming entrance for your guests. Table centrepieces add beauty and elegance to each table.

Flowers truly bring romance to weddings. They are the final touch that will make your big day unforgettable.

What colours / flowers did you have for your wedding? Or for your upcoming wedding? I’d love to hear from you!