NEW TRENDS FOR BRIDAL BUNCHES

Your wedding flowers say a lot about your character. Exuberant or reserved, flowers say it all. And these days, flowers are being increasingly used in new and exciting ways which express the couple’s individuality and their personalities.

Here are a few of the colourful trends that have been seen at stylish weddings across the country.

It’s all about colour. The traditional white and pale pastels of antique roses and gypsophila are being swept aside in a riot of colour including gerbera daisies in vivid reds and oranges and roses in shades that would normally only be found in the candy jar. Brides are confident to mix bold colours in dramatic and interesting pairings such as purple and orange, yellow and red and pink and yellow.

One colour (monochromatic) and monobotanic (one type of flower) schemes also look glamorous and dramatic. For a fresh and warm summer wedding, brides have been using bright cerise pinks combined with vivid lime green foliage and flowers. Winter wedding flowers are far from cold – with bright reds, oranges, yellows and even blues warming up the occasion.

Unusual shapes are also all the rage at today’s nuptials, according to a leading florist in Perth, Airport Florist. Cascading green ivy and white or cream roses will be perennially popular but many brides are choosing eye-catching, asymmetrical arrangements over the traditional compact posy. Styling can also be very loose, informal and unstructured and many brides are choosing to go down the casual road rather than having formal, traditional arrangements.

Another point of discussion is the interesting variety of containers that modern brides are using for their wedding flowers. The perennially popular glass fishbowl is making way for gilded urns, silver tumblers, mosaic bowls, rectangular vases and baskets. To create drama through simplicity and repetition, the use of identical containers in rows or clusters (often with a single flower such as an orchid, rose or lily) is becoming more and more popular. Clusters of containers of varying heights and sizes can also add interest, but remember to keep things simple for maximum effect. A word of caution though – it’s important to make sure that arrangements don’t prevent conversation. Even if they’re stunning, if the flowers get in the way because they’re too tall or too big, wedding guests will talk about them in a negative way!

Accessories and lighting in wedding arrangements are also popular options. For romance, nothing beats the flattering muted glow of candles. Float candles in shallow containers or hang them from delicate threads from spikes or branches in the centrepiece. Spraypainting the branch or stem with gold or silver can create an elegant, sophisticated atmosphere. Small votive candles can also be wired into flower arrangements. Another trend is to cluster together pillar candles which are of varying height, and then surrounding those with flowers to create a glowing centerpiece. Other ideas for accessories include ‘bling’ (faux gems, crystals and beads), lace, ribbon, mirrors, feathers, berries, butterflies and even fruit and vegetables.

Differing heights, colours, shapes and containers are all adding to the wonderful new trends emerging in modern weddings. The old adage that variety is the spice of life rings true for weddings as well says Perth online florist, with creative flowers spicing up the nuptials too!

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