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Floral bouquets first originated centuries ago during Egyptian, Roman and Greek times when they were commonly used to decorate weddings and adorn brides. Seen as symbols of fertility, fidelity and new beginnings, these natural ornaments have continued to bring their color, fragrance and beauty to present-day weddings. Along with picking out your dress and cake, choosing your wedding flowers can be one of the most enjoyable and exciting aspects of planning your big day. This article will share some tips to help you choose the perfect flowers for your wedding.

Create a Budget

Creating a wedding flower budget will largely depend on the importance you would like them to have in your wedding. Common floral features include bouquets, centerpieces and wedding ceremony arches. Once you have decided how you would like to incorporate flowers on your day you can then allocate a percentage of your budget to this expense. According to The Knot 2021 Real Weddings Study, on average, 7% of a wedding budget is spent on flowers.

Seasonality

With a ballpark figure in mind, you can work with a florist to see what flowers will work well with your vision and budget. Remember to ask about seasonality as some flowers may not be in season around your wedding and will cost more.

You should also inquire about local and regional flower delivery fees that fit within your budget.  To help you refine your search and keep down costs, pick flowers that are in bloom during the time of your wedding. Some examples include the following:

• Spring: Tulips, peonies, freesias, hydrangeas, ranunculus and sweet pea

• Summer: Roses, snapdragons, sunflowers and orchids

• Fall: Chrysanthemums, asters, dahlias and anemones

• Winter: Amaryllis, paperwhites, liatris’ and poinsettias

Floral Inspiration

You may already have an idea of the types of flowers you want at your wedding, however, for many couples this is an area where inspiration is required. Whether you are planning a boho chic, rustic or romantic-themed day, there’s no better way to gather ideas than by looking at different types of flowers.

Familiarize yourself with current wedding flower trends and learn about some of the different types of flowers that are commonly chosen for such an occasion. You can use social media, bridal magazines and photos taken at your local florist to help you compile vision boards to see what types of flowers you are most drawn to.

Work with Your Color Palette

To create a cohesive look for your day, choose flowers that work well with your color palette. Whether they are matching, complementary or providing an eye-catching contrast, once you know your wedding colors, begin incorporating floral themes to accentuate your venue, decor and outfits.

In addition, consider the impact you would like your flowers to deliver. Do you want them to be a soft, subtle feature which adds some natural beauty to the occasion or would you like to make a bold, visual statement with your floral arrangement? Once you have decided, you can then choose colors that are either more muted or brighter depending on your intentions.

By following the tips in this article, you can begin picking the perfect flowers to accompany your special day.