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SAY ‘I DO’ TO GORGEOUS WEDDING FLOWERS
Flowers and weddings go together.The first known use of flowers in weddings was in Ancient Greece where crowns of plants and flowers were put on the bride’s head, and since then, the two have gone hand-in-hand.
The bridal bouquet also had its beginnings in ancient times when the bride carried a bunch of fragrant herbs, often including bulbs of garlic, believed to ward off evil spirits.Because it brought wisdom to the wedding group, sage was often included in the bridal bouquet.During Victorian times, different flowers meant different things, so brides carried posies that were specially arranged to send a coded message to the groom.
‘Flower girls’ also had their origins in Victorian times, when young girls would walk ahead of the bridal party to the church, sprinkling petals on the path in front of them.This gesture was to bring happiness and flowers into the lives of the newly weds.
Today, there are no hard and fast rules.From simple country bunches to elegant cascading centrepieces, the only limits to wedding flowers are imagination and budget.Even though you may have set ideas as to how you would like your wedding flowers to look, it is advisable to chat to an experienced florist to get some input.
Many brides have their hearts set on certain types of flowers.However, one should always consider the seasonal availability of a particular flower.Different flowers are in season at different times, yet some people overlook this fact when planning the wedding flowers.Selecting in-season flowers make sense…. and cents.
Look for a professional florist who will be able to offer advice based on experience, as to what are the best flowers to use to create your desired look.Just because tulips are out of season, doesn’t mean that your wedding will be a total flop !With so many varieties and colours to choose from, plus all the accessories like containers, ribbon and fabric so florists can create any look you want.
A florist can also advise on what types of flowers are best suited to the occasion.Gardenias, for example, are fragrant and gorgeous.But they bruise and brown quickly, so they will only look good for a short while.The delicate and fragrant blooms of Stephanotis are also beautiful, yet also bruise and brown quickly. Although a popular choice for bridal bouquets, in reality it’s not ideal as it browns and wilts due to body heat within a few hours, regardless of how well it has been handled.
Perth florist, Sarah Ennis is adamant that the foundation for beautiful wedding flowers is a good relationship between florist and bride.A good florist will work as a team with the bride, and advise on issues such as pricing, availability, appropriate colours and varieties to suit the theme etc.”
Orchids are a perenially popular choice for weddings, as are roses, tulips, calla lilies, gypsophila and daffodils.”It’s always important to look at practical options,” she says, “for example having a February wedding overflowing with roses may not be the best idea as roses are expensive around Valentine’s Day and the quality can be inconsistent.”
Since she’s been a florist in Perth for years, she has a wealth of experience in advising on what are the best flowers to use in a bridal bouquet. If the florist is able to see a picture of the wedding gown and possibly a fabric swatch too, they will have an even better idea of what flowers will best suit the dress and the colour scheme.For example, she suggests a trailing bouquet or tied bunch of long stems for a full-length gown and a more compact posy or single bloom to complement a knee-length skirt.A long, trailing bouquet will give the impression that a bride is slim and tall, whereas fuller-figured brides should avoid bouquets that focus attention towards the centre of the body.
Flowers at a wedding are certainly a conversation starter, and set the mood and tone for the event.Whether it’s a traditional white wedding with all the trimmings or a simple celebration on the beach, with a professional florist in Perth as part of your planning team, it will most certainly be memorable.
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