Flowers at weddings date back as far as ancient Greece and Rome. It’s been said that the wedding couple will bring flowers to the ceremony to symbolize their love for each other. Today, flowers are found everywhere at a wedding celebration, from the ceremony to the reception.
Considering your budget and what you can afford.
Choosing flowers for your wedding day can be very daunting, yet a very important decision. The choice of the flowers you make will be influenced by the trends and budget you have.
You do not have to break the bank when choosing flowers for your wedding. There are different types of flowers available for each budget, and you will still have a perfect look for your wedding.
Here are some things to consider when picking your wedding flowers when on a budget:
- Choose flowers that are in season
- Consider DYI flower arrangements
- Consider moving the ceremonies flowers to the reception
- Consider adding greenery to fill up your bouquets.
- Consider non-floral centerpieces for your tables
- Consider a smaller bouquet for your bridesmaids
Types of Flowers
Different flowers have different meanings and can be interpreted in different ways, hence it is important to know what each flower represents before making a decision!
The meaning of the flowers is as follows:
- Red rose: True love
- White rose: innocence and purity, I am worthy of you.
- White carnation:fascination, love of a woman
- White lily: purity, heavenly
- Calla lily: beauty
- Red tulips: declaration of love
- Babies’ breath: pure of heart
- Blue-violet:faithfulness
- Hyacinth: loveliness
- Iris: warmth and affection
- Daisy: innocence
- Ivy: eternal love and fidelity
What flowers to budget for.
Flowers at the Church/Ceremony:
- Flower arrangement at the alter
- Flowers down the aisle
Flowers at the reception:
- Flower arrangements as the table centerpieces
- Flowers on the buffet
- Flowers at the wedding cake and gifts table
Flowers for the bridal party:
- Bride
- Brides bouquet to toss
- Grooms boutonniere
- Brides Maids & Maid of Honor Bouquets
- Bestman & Groomsmen Boutonnieres
- Flour Girl petal basket
- Mother of the Bride & Groom Corsages
- Father of Bride and Groom Boutonnieres
- Grandparent corsages or boutonnieres
Remember, these are the guidelines for the wedding flower. When it comes to your special day, the choice of wedding flowers and arrangements should reflect your personal taste and style. You can keep things as simple or detailed as you want if your wedding flowers help you create the perfect romantic wedding day you’ve always dreamed of.
