One of the unshakable wedding traditions is to give the newlyweds a bouquet. What should it be in order to fulfill its main function - to enhance the importance of the moment and the festive mood?
Flowers suitable for a bridal bouquet
Weddings are different and all newlyweds are different. The choice of a bouquet depends on this. But, according to expert florists, there are rules that must be followed when choosing a bouquet. One of these rules: there are flowers that are suitable for a bouquet, and there are unsuitable ones. What colors can be used for composition?
Roses
Give roses! The queen of flowers deserves to be an integral part of the bouquet, if not dominate. The rose is a symbol of love, so it is more than appropriate for a wedding. In addition, these flowers promise a luxurious and rich life to the one to whom they are presented. One has only to be careful in choosing a color, but more on that below.
Violets
A symbol of sincere feelings and fidelity is a flower very suitable for a wedding.
Lilies of the valley
They symbolize purity and innocence. Despite the seeming simplicity, lilies of the valley perfectly emphasize the solemnity of the importance of the ceremony. Lilies of the valley do not carry a single negative emotion, and therefore cannot be perceived ambiguously. Best suited for a young tender bride.
Lilac
Prophesies happiness and good luck to young spouses. In addition, a bouquet with lilacs will clearly stand out from the variety of floral gifts.
Lilies
Refined, aristocratic, graceful. Lilies are a symbol of male and female wealth. With a bouquet of lilies, you would like to wish the newlyweds mutual happiness and many healthy children. However, be careful: lily is a strong allergen. Make sure the newlyweds are not allergic to her pollen.
Orchids
Not the most popular flower in a bridal bouquet, and absolutely undeserved. Orchid is a symbol of luxury. With such a bouquet, you will gracefully hint that the young are a luxurious and aristocratic couple. Please note that like lilies, orchids are very fragrant and their scent can cause headaches.
Peonies
Popular and appropriate for a wedding. They symbolize the joy of life, optimism, energy.
Hyacinths
Not particularly popular at weddings in our country. But they will perfectly fit into the bouquet for the young. They are a symbol of friendship and tranquility, and this is important in family life.
Callas
Graceful, elegant. A worthy gift for a solemn occasion. Will add solemnity to the wedding ceremony. However, they are considered too cold, not carrying emotions.
Gerberas and daisies
Warm, friendly, joyful. Perfect for a not very pretentious wedding and will emphasize the friendly disposition of the giver. They symbolize love, freshness, purity.
Chrysanthemums
They symbolize friendship, optimism, victory over any difficulties. A perfect gift from family friends. Will fit perfectly into the festive wedding mood.
Suitable for weddings are wildflowers, forget-me-nots, pansies, hyacinths.
Bouquet color
White is perfect for a wedding. But it's better to add a few bright notes, otherwise your bouquet may seem too unemotional and cold.
Red is passionate and bright. You should not keep the whole bouquet in this range, it is not very appropriate for a gift from friends. It is better to give a bouquet of more restrained tones with red flowers.
Green is very welcome in wedding arrangements. Green is the color of harmony, the birth of a new life. In addition, it will make the bouquet of any color more aesthetic.
Orange - symbolizes comfort and health, cheers up, exciting color. If it suits the characters of the newlyweds, feel free to choose an orange bouquet.
Purple - this color should be treated with caution, it symbolizes depression and sadness. You can add a few purple notes to the bouquet, purely for aesthetic reasons.
Blue is the color of calmness and loyalty. Will fit well into the bouquet. But a bouquet that is too blue may seem unnecessarily heavy and unhappy. Better to combine with more cheerful colors.
Yellow - this beautiful, bright, cheerful color is completely inappropriate in a wedding bouquet as the main one. Yellow is associated with separation, and it is better to avoid such symbolism at a wedding.
An ideal option for a wedding is bouquets in pastel colors, pink. They can be accentuated with bright notes.
There are recommendations for the color scheme of the bouquet, depending on the season. So, in spring, pastel is preferable, light warm colors. In summer, brighter bouquets are appropriate, but without fanaticism, any shades of flowers will go. Autumn involves bouquets in warm colors, but brighter than spring - orange, golden, peach. And winter requires white and very light colors - cream, bluish.
Flowers not suitable for a bridal bouquet
First, the choice of flowers for a bouquet depends on where the wedding is taking place. In different countries and areas, the same flowers can have different meanings, as well as their color. Therefore, take an interest in the peculiarities of the region where the wedding takes place.
Red roses (as primary flowers). Red is a symbol of passionate love. The right to give such flowers belongs to the beloved, but not to friends.
Carnations. Especially the red ones. Nowadays, traditions are gradually changing, but carnations are still firmly associated with official ceremonies and funerals.
Tulips. Suitable only for mature weddings. For the young bride and groom are inappropriate.
Gladioli. They prophesy misfortunes. True, this is not a Russian interpretation of the meaning of a flower, but we also began to look askance at gladioli. So you better do not risk it.
Sizes and style of the bouquet
The first thing to remember: in Russia, a bouquet for any celebration should consist of an odd number of flowers. For a wedding, this is especially true, since an even number is intended for funeral ceremonies.
If you decide to give a bouquet of large flowers, then five to seven plants and decor are enough. If the composition is of small flowers, then you can use from 21 to 35 flowers.
The bouquet should be designed in a specific style, and this style should correspond to the general style of the wedding.
If the wedding is classic, then the bouquet should not be too creative or pretentious. It is better to ask the florist to arrange a classic bouquet with a little twist. Choose an unusual packaging, add a soft toy.
Stylized weddings are very popular now. Biker, for example. Here any stereotypes can be broken and even a bouquet of black roses will be appropriate. If the wedding is in the folk style, then the best bouquet will be collected from wildflowers. In general, proceed from the general style and choose a suitable floral arrangement.
Bouquet decoration also matters. Different options are possible here. The design in the form of a classic bouquet will be a win-win. Nowadays, flower arrangements in baskets and boxes are very common. They are not only beautiful and original, but also durable. A sponge soaked in a special composition is placed in the base, which nourishes the flowers for a long time, and your bouquet will delight the newlyweds for a long time. Moreover, they do not need to look for vases and are convenient to carry.
But it is better to refrain from flowers in pots at a wedding. They diminish the significance of the event, and are suitable for more "home" celebrations. It is better to give potted flowers for the next wedding anniversary, when the young family has already settled down in their own nest and will actively decorate it.
How to give
As a rule, guests give bouquets after the wedding ceremony, after parents and other relatives. But you can do this at any other time - during a walk, at the beginning of a banquet, when gifts are handed over, or choose another moment. The main thing is that the presentation process is on time and does not distract the young from important ceremonies.
If the bouquet is presented by a couple, then a man should hand it over. If the bouquet is common for the bride and groom, then it is handed over to the bride.
And be sure to make sure that thorns are cut from the flowers, if they are provided by nature. This is also a symbolic moment - the thorns symbolize pain and disappointment.
