Here’s some ideas on how to wrap your bouquet. Whether it’s ribbon, velvet, or decorated in jewels, this is an important detail you don’t want to neglect since the bouquet will be in most or all of your wedding photos. Personally, I will most likely go with the ribbon wrapped the entire length of the stems because I love clean, simple lines.

{white ribbon with jewels}

 

{brown ribbon set with white pearls}

{dusty rose velvet wrap}

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New York bride Jessica chose to carry a bouquet of cotton, opting for something that was more organic and less structured than a floral bouquet. This is the first time I’ve ever seen this..thoughts?

My fiance has an obsession with Japan (and according to the book – “What White People Like”, it’s normal). We all know the styles and trends in Japan are light years ahead of most of us, so it’s natural that I enjoy perusing for asian wedding inspiration.

Below are some bouquets you would not traditionally see. Keep in mind they are extremely flamboyant, but when toned down, can make for a beautiful addition to your ensemble.

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These are definately different. Very eco-friendly and a keepsake for life – Check out BeadFloraJewels on etsy for more.

Here’s a great example of where the floral colors of a wedding are not all from the same color theme. The flowers and styling of the event are by the very talented Beehive Events and the photography is by Jen Fariello. Check out their album, they do a fantastic job, especially with ‘green’ colored themes. (perfect for me because I’m looking to use that in my own wedding )

The bride’s bouquet & the groom’s boutonierre are black and purple, whilst the bridesmaids in pink bridesmaid dresses carried bouquets of green, pink, and red. However, the reception florals were similar to the bridesmaids’ bouquets and it just all seems to work. I guess every bride’s obsession with matching to a particular color scheme isn’t always necessary!

PS: Can anyone tell me what those little green ‘pea-like’ balls are in the bouquets and around the cake? I just can’t figure it out.

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My apologies for the inconsistent blogging…it’s exam time. *sigh* …soon it will be all over and I’ll be free!!

In the meantime, here is one way to get your beautiful bouquet for less, not to mention, something you can do yourself! I’ve always liked the save & splurge comparisons in fashion magazines, so I thought I’d try it out here for some fun =)

Splurge if you will, but the top bouquet filled with peonies & ranunculuses can be extremely costly. In fact, peonies, which bloom in late spring, are more expensive than roses, and ranunculuses aren’t much better in terms of savings.

Instead, the light pink ’splurge’ can be created under a tight, yet savvy budget using a couple bunches of carnations. Known best for their ability to create volume (which is why they’re often used as fillers), carnations are relatively inexpensive and easy to purchase at any florist shop or supermarket. Here, varying hues of pale blush pink and fuchsia carnations were placed together and then tied in place with inexpensive floral stem wire. To finish off the look, a matching silk ribbon was wrapped around the stem to disguise the wire.

The two looks are quite similar – classic & romantic. If you’re on a tight budget, choosing inexpensive florals is one savvy way to save on your florals.

{splurge: brides // savvy: real simple}

Lime green & purple. Who would have thought that this combination would work? When I saw these cakes I immediately envisioned a hip, modern and optimistic couple. Below are two bouquets that incorporates these two colors beautifully.

{top two pictures: BHG.com – bottom left: theknot – bottom right: eugene wedding flowers}

Black is always a sharp wedding color when incoporated with white and is slowly becoming a very popular theme. In fact, Ashlee Simpson carried a bouquet and had centerpieces made of black roses. Well, mini calla lillies also come in a black variety called the Black Schwarzwalder. However, they are actually deep purple in color but look almost black when they are fresh. As they age, they lighten to a rich purple color. Click here to learn more.

I have to admit this is perhaps the most unique bridal bouquet I’ve ever come across. Pictured here is a bouquet of 300 beaded stems made of galvanized silver wire handwrapped with beading up top. The beads seen here are Celestial Crystals, though the seller says Swarovski crystals can be substituted. Interested? Click here to learn more. They also make matching boutonnieres.

Here’s a twist off a simple bouquet of red roses. This bouquet incorporates green twig dogwood throughout the otherwise classic bouquet.

There’s a vintage elegance to this bouquet that makes it really special. This ball-shaped pomander is entangled in a long pearl chain that forms a loop around the top so that you can easily hold it as you walk down the aisle.

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I saw this and thought I had to share it with you. Here’s a cute wedding centered on the theme of ribbons. The bouquet, wedding favors, flower girls basket..you name it, in very fresh colors – mustard yellow, orange, pink, and white. A lot of these items can be done on a budget with some help from your friends.

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