Beautiful Blooms: Selecting your Bridal Flowers

As you plan your wedding, you'll quickly find out that nothing is as easy as it seems. If you're doing it on your own, you may find yourself getting lost in all of the little details. One area that may end up being particularly difficult is the selection of your bridal flowers. You'll soon find out that flowers are everywhere! From the bouquet you carry to the petals scattered on the runner to arrangements for the ceremony and, of course, what you choose to put on the table at the reception. Where to begin?

Well, first and foremost, you need to decide if you want to go fake or real. There are a variety of options for you. If you choose to go fake, you'll have the ability to get the arrangements made far in advance, and perhaps even make them yourself, saving you some cash. While many fake bridal flowers are now so wonderfully made you won't be able to tell the difference without feeling them, some people still prefer the look and smell of fresh flowers. Fresh flowers do give a sense of ambiance that fake bridal flowers may not be able to touch, but they will be more expensive, especially if you are trying to order a particular flower during an off season.

Once you've decided whether your bridal flowers will be fake or real, you have to consider your budget. Those big, bursting displays from Jessica Simpson's wedding? Those cost a pretty penny. You may not realize just how expensive big arrangements can be until you start to look around. Make sure you have in mind how much you want to spend before you get your heart set on a particular look. If you don't, you may find your heart broken by the price tag. That doesn't mean you can't have a beautiful look for less. A very elegant trend includes having your bridesmaids carry a single rose up the aisle, only to place their rose in a vase that will sit on the altar. Gorgeous, and affordable.

After you have a ballpark number for how much you're looking to spend, it's time to consider what kind of bridal flowers you really like. Is your wedding a traditional ceremony? Maybe roses are the ticket for you! Is your wedding an elegant, modern affair? Lillis and orchids can nicely compliment your tastes. Is your wedding a little more eclectic, with spunky colors that reflect your personal tastes? Don't be afraid to go bold with sunflowers and daffodils. It's your day!