Flowers You'll Need & How to Choose
Considering Your Wedding Party, Decorations & the Cake
There is more to wedding flowers than just selecting your bouquet. A lot of work needs to be done even before you start exploring local wedding florists—know what to expect before it’s time to choose. Different areas of your wedding require varying amounts of flower placement.
- Wedding Party: You will need to obtain bridal bouquets for you and your bridesmaids, boutonnieres for the groom, groomsmen, and fathers. You may need additional boutonnieres for stepparents and grandparents. You will also need corsages for the mother of the bride and groom, and choose the perfect petals for the flower girl to drop along the aisle. Wedding flower etiquette varies from family to family, so it boils down to what feels best for you.
- Decoration: You will also need to choose centerpieces for the reception dining tables, as well as any other tables that would be bare if not adorned with flowers. Flowers for your ceremony are not a requirement, but will make your ceremony setting that much more special and esthetically pleasing for you and your guests, and don’t forget about your wedding photos.
- Cake: Many couples forget about cake flowers. Though you’re not required to decorate your cake with flowers, many couples do. If you’re on the fence, consult your wedding cake designer and they will help you explore your options.
How you design your flower arrangements and the specific varietals you choose is entirely up to you, but you might want to explore various arrangements before making any final decisions. A great way to explore your options is by visiting your local florist and asking to see photos and live arrangements. Also, use the Internet to find countless photos of wedding flower arrangements.
It may seem daunting at first, but as soon as you pick out the first few bouquets you’ll realize how much fun it is and you’ll forget about the list. If you have any questions regarding what flowers you need, consult your wedding coordinator. Just remember to remain focused on your vision and taste, and your wedding flowers will be exactly what you’ve always dreamt of on your wedding day.
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