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Bouquets of flowers have always been one attraction at any wedding and always part of the wedding tradition. A bouquet of flowers symbolizes a blossoming maiden and reflects her emotions. Therefore, wedding bouquets should be carefully selected and planned the same way you plan for your wedding gown. Here are just a few tips in choosing your wedding bouquet:

1. You should choose a flower that is in season to save money and time. This will make ording the flowers that much easier.

2. You can choose other alternatives like silk flowers especially if the flowers you prefer are not in season. 

3. Your bouquet should not over power you. If you are petite, the weight of the flowers may be too heavy for your build which may affect your posture and how you carry your gown.  So make sure they are light and easy to carry. Keep in mind your elegant gown and how the flowers are proportioned to ensure your gown doesn’t get hidden or drowned out by the bouquet.

4. The flowers you chose should last for the entire day.  Make sure that your flowers still hold up even at the end of the day so that you still look glamorous when taking those pictures. Using a bouquet holder is a good idea to keep the flowers fresh during the entire day. Also take the advice of your florist on which flowers easily wilt so that you can avoid those ones.

5. Don’t let your florist assume the flower design you like. You may want to take a picture or a printed copy of the bouquet style you prefer. Also bring a sample fabric of the gowns so that the florist can choose the correct shade of flower that will match the color of the gowns. Some bouquets may be decorated with ribbons, lace and silk materials. You can advise the florist on what specific designs you would like to add.

6. Why not choose a flower that has special meaning? This should not be difficult since most flowers have their own unique meanings. Stephanotis stands for happiness in marriage, Rose means love and being true, and Tulips stand for perfect love and declaration of love.

7. One of the first things to consider when opting for a bouquet is the style. Choose the bouquet style that will suit you and your personality. Bouquets are more personal nowadays and reflect the brides’ personalities.

For Nosegays, where flowers are clustered in a round form, can vary in sophistication and will fit any personality.  In Cascade bouquets, flowers are arranged in a descending form. These bouquets are voluptuous and can be the center of attention which are recommended for traditional weddings.

There are flowers where stems are wrapped around in ribbons and they are called Hand-tied bouquets. These bouquets bring a casual aura and are recommended for garden weddings. There are also Contemporary bouquets where flowers are arranged in style but with no geometric form. These arrangements of flowers represent the individuality of a bride and are mostly used in sophisticated weddings.

8. The top wedding flowers are Rose, Lilly, Orchid, Hyacinth, Tulip, Stephanotis and Daisy. You may want to follow the trend and choose these flowers for your bouquet.

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Catch that bouquet of flowers! It’s always a thrill lining up in a pool of bachelorettes swarming to catch the bouquet thrown by the bride. Even just watching is exciting.  Tradition says that anyone who catches the bouquet would be the next bride.

Flowers play an integral part in any wedding ceremonies. They have been the symbolism of new hope and a good future ahead. The bride and the groom would surely feel like heaven with flowers blooming everywhere on their reception. More than a decoration, wedding flowers are a tradition. A wedding seems incomplete without these fragrant gifts of mother earth.

Hiring a wedding coordinator or a florist so that your bouquet will be professionally done can be considered as an option. But if you are on a strict budget, and have some creativity hidden deep inside you, there is no harm in making them on your own. They can still look elegant and stunning as long as you know what color and kind of flowers to use. The tips below will help you in customizing your wedding flowers.

Choosing flowers

In deciding which flowers to choose, keep in mind the theme and the color premise of the wedding. It should match and blend well with the entourage and the bride’s gown too. Another point to consider is the availability of the flower type. Depending on the season, you can order the freshest, the most available and the cheapest kind of flowers. Flowers like baby’s breath, orchids, gardenia and roses are readily obtainable no matter what time of the year.

Preparing the materials

The bouquet that the bride carries down the aisle plays a major part. It’s very easy to create your own. First, gather up your materials. You will need about three dozen of your chosen flower,  sharp scissors, florist tape, and ribbons.

Making a bouquet

It’s wise to order your flowers on the day of the event and get the freshest pick possible. Start by choosing three roses that you will use as the centerpiece of your arrangement. Puff air into the center of each flower to give it a fuller look. Put them together, creating a triangle. Stack each flower unevenly; each one should have a slightly different level of height. This technique adds dimension to your arrangement. Just continue adding up two to three flowers at a time until they form a dome. After which, you can tie them up with a florist tape at least 8 inches below the flowers.

Be sure to ask for help taping the stem, you might have a difficulty holding all 36 flowers and tying them together at the same time. Finally finish off with a suitable ribbon that matches the color of the flowers and your wedding dress. You can tie them up in a bow. Be sure to cover all the florist tape with ribbons. Carefully cut the excess stems with a sharp scissor approximately an inch below the ribbon. Place the bouquet on a plastic container or a vase with a quarter inch of water or store them inside a fridge covered by a loose plastic bag. Finally, spray the flowers with water avoiding the ribbons. 

That’s it! That’s how you can customize your bouquet. Remember to check your arrangement in a mirror so you would picture how it will look to everyone else. Wedding flowers can still look stunning without sacrificing your budget. Now you are ready to walk down the aisle with that pretty and personalized bouquet of flowers in your hand.

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