2010-01-03 07:30:00 by SMARTBRIDE
Tip from the Expert: How to Choose the Perfect Bouquet for your Wedding Dress
For the month of January, SmartBride Boutique is showcasing various wedding tips from the experts. Check back daily for helpful tips and advice as you plan your wedding.
Today's tip is from Apricot Avenue Weddings + Design.
Are you wondering how to find your perfect bouquet? Look to your dress for inspiration!
The perfect bouquet should stem from the concepts of your wedding theme and the shape of your wedding dress. Although there are no rules etched in stone, the general rule of thumb is: the bigger the dress the bigger the bouquet.
For instance, a full skirted dress might offset a slim hand-tied calla lily bouquet or a trailing bouquet might unbalance your dress if you're a petite bride. With this in mind, it's best to finalize your floral details after you have decided on what you are going to wear.
It's also important to create a balance between your dress and your flowers. Ask your florist and/or wedding planner for suitable suggestions. Showing them photos or sketches of your dress will help them help you determine your perfect bouquet.
To help you as you plan your wedding florals, here is a checklist of the typical items to include:
FLOWER CHECKLIST:
- Bridal bouquet
- Bridesmaids' bouquets
- Groom's boutonniere
- Groomsmen's boutonnieres
- Parent's corsages + boutonnieres
- Ceremony altar arrangements
- Reception centerpieces
If there's room in your budget:
- Church entrance arrangements
- Pew arrangements
- Petal confetti
- Reception entrance arrangement
- Sweets/Cake table decorations
Flower Tip
You don't have to keep your flowers in the fridge! A dry, cool place like the basement or garage will suffice. Before the ceremony and reception, double check your bouquet and remove any bruised petals and delicately fluff the edges.
Don't forget to check back tomorrow for another tip from the Experts!
About Apricot Avenue Weddings + Design
Apricot Avenue is dedicated to providing an organized approach to managing the most dynamic and emotional event of your life. We streamline the world of weddings by creating floral designs, and providing experience, professionalism and a broad network to cater to couples who choose to relish their wedding experience instead of stress through it. We cherish the traditional, crave the creative and welcome the unorthodox. All with open arms!
