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Unique Bridal Bouquets for Every Affair

Sunday, July 24th, 2011

Posy Bridal Bouquet

Did you know there are almost 20 types of bridal bouquets? Neither did we! So you need to think about the flowers and the type of bouquet you want walking down the aisle.

See the different bridal bouquets below, and decide which one will complement your ensemble:

  1. Posy
  2. Nosegay
  3. Tussy-Mussy
  4. Biedermeier
  5. Arm Sheaf/ Presentation
  6. Composite Flower
  7. Fan
  8. Crescent
  9. Muff
  10. Prayerbook/Bible Spray
  11. Shower/Cascading
  12. Pomander/Kissing Ball
  13. Wreath/Flower Hoop
  14. Wrist Bouquet/Flower Bracelet
  15. Ballerina
  16. Basket
  17. Scepter
  18. Cone

Brides once carried herbs and spices before flowers became popular thanks to Queen Victoria and Prince Albert in 1840.

In ancient times, garlic and aromatic herbs were often used to ward evil. In Greece and Rome, it was once common for the bride and groom to wear garlands around their neck to signify the start of their life together.

Thankfully, flowers took the place of garlic! With so many gorgeous varieties, brides can carry a bouquet that’s one-of-a-kind.

You can also add bouquet jewelry, rhinestone bouquet picks, wedding hankies or stem accents to make a truly unique floral creation.

Kissing Ball Bouquet

 

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The Budget Savvy Bridal Bouquet

Thursday, May 19th, 2011

Single Hydrangea Bouquet by Serendipity Floral Design

Wedding flowers don’t have to break the bank. You can have a beautiful bouquet for less with a few cost saving measures. Use a single blossom for the bridesmaids and three for the bridal bouquet – accent the bride’s flowers with different ribbon or bouquet jewelry. Pick flowers that are in season or a bloom similar to the more expensive favorite. Add lots of greenery for texture and savings. Think minimal, like Kate Middleton’s modest bridal bouquet. Want to really cut wedding expenses?

Make your own arrangements using silk flowers, paper flowers or flowers from the yard. Visit local wholesale flower markets, such as the Los Angeles Flower District for an endless selection that won’t break the bank! Prepare flowers the night before or the morning of the wedding to keep the flower bouquets fresh and refrigerate them. Large blooms like the hydrangea look gorgeous and create the illusion of more than one flower. A single flower bouquet can be modern, dramatic or romantic. Shop Advantage Bridal for artificial wedding bouquets, bouquet jewelry, crystal embellishments and more ideas for your bridal bouquet.

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Eco Chic Wedding Flowers: Succulents

Monday, March 21st, 2011

Photos: With this Ring, Housemartin, Martha Stewart, Allyson Magda

From modern bridal bouquets and wedding favors to stunning centerpieces and reception decor, consider succulents for your eco-chic event that is friendly on the eyes and earth! With spring here and summer fast approaching, succulents make great flower decorations for warm weather and outdoor weddings. Plus, they can be planted later for long-term enjoyment. Succulents definitely aren’t the typical fresh-cut floral bouquet and that alone can save money in the long run.

If you don’t want to do the entire wedding in succulent plants, you can pair them with roses and other flowers for beautiful contrast. The various hues of greens, grays and soft pinks provide an excellent backdrop for the bridal bouquet, but these drought-tolerant plants can also be the statement piece. Green weddings can be chic and there are plenty of modern brides who have proved that! Check out the gorgeous bridal bouquet below accented with a peacock feather. For more ideas on how to make your flowers one-of-a-kind, shop for flower picks, bouquet jewelry and rhinestone stem accents at Advantage Bridal.

Photo: My Sweet and Saucy

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