Wedding Flowers - Bouquets for the Bridesmaids

Like bridal bouquets there are a number of different categories to choose from when it comes to the bridesmaids bouquets. Within those, options abound.

A cascading bouquet is a modern-day favorite. These extremely colorful designs spill flowers down in a beautiful waterfall of blossoms. Whether made up of pink Posies mixed with Peonies, or hot pink Gerbera with bright blue Irises, they create  a sensational add-on to the bridesmaid’s ensemble.

Nosegay designs are an additional alternative to the conventional hand held style. A assortment of Bluebird Roses and White Button Chrysanthemums is both adorable and practical. For a more delicate look, the Dendrobium Orchid mixes perfectly with Hydrangea and Asiatic Lilies.

Pomander designs are  another choice that appeals to many a wedding planner. A bridesmaid could easily carry one of these small flower balls by holding the ribbon or looping it around the wrist. Whether made of impressive red roses or pink carnations, they offer exuberant color in a small sphere.

A different way of freeing up the bridesmaid’s hands is to use a flower basket. Very distinct in design from that of the flower girl, these could be little pails, for example. For winter weddings, the Amaryllis creates a perfect alternative and they come in red, white or mixtures.

For beach-themed weddings, brides could prefer to consider the humble Anemone. One type is bright red with black centers surrounded by white. That makes for a very arresting flower. For a more delicate look, the purple with soft white centers could compliment a dress of the right color.

Whatever species or design strikes your fancy, there are many things to  bear in mind.

One is that the flowers do not have to be natural. Silk wedding flowers are an increasingly popular choice for a whole horde of reasons. They endure forever. They are durable, so they will not be crushed easily when the bridesmaids move around in a crowded dressing room. And, silk flowers can be formed in a number of designs that need not resemble their natural cousins too closely, arriving at for a unique look on a unique day.

Every bit as important, remember that the bridesmaids’ bouquets should always be smaller than the bride’s. It is natural that the bride should be the center of attention and this small difference helps.

Bringing bridesmaids in on the decision of what bouquets to carry or wear will help, too. Even as with dresses, each bridesmaid will naturally prefer to provide some input on how they look. A composed discussion gives everyone the feeling they have contributed, and the ideas that come out of free flowing brainstorming always leads to superior outcomes.

When everyone is coordinated, it’s off to the Internet to click on those wedding flowers ideas or to choose individual designs to suit the distinctive look of each bridemsaids bouquet.