CHOOSING YOUR WEDDING FLORALS

Stop and Smell the Wedding Flowers / Things to Consider When It's Time to Choose Yours

As someone who's spent more time than I can measure swooning over bridal bouquets and floral installations, I can confidently say this - your Wedding flowers can set the tone for your entire celebration.

They whisper (or shout!) your personality, infuse colour into your space, and add to those those jaw-dropping, camera-ready moments you'll remember forever. But with so many blooms to choose from and even more inspiration flooding your Pinterest boards... how do you actually choose the right flowers for your big day?

Let's go through it together with these 6 things to keep you on track.

1 / Start with Your Vibe

Before choosing a single stem, think about the overall vibe you’re going for... Romantic garden party? Think peonies, ranunculus, and soft, trailing greenery. Modern chic? Orchids, anthuriums, and structured arrangements are your best friend. Rustic boho? Dried florals, pampas grass, and muted earth tones are totally on-brand. Classic and timeless? You can’t go wrong with white roses, calla lilies, or hydrangeas. Once you know your style, it becomes easier to narrow down your flower choices.

2 / Consider the Season (It Matters!)

Not all flowers are available year-round. While your florist can often source most things, seasonal blooms are fresher, more affordable, and often more vibrant.

Here’s a quick cheat sheet:

Spring: Tulips, lilacs, sweet peas, hyacinths
Summer: Peonies - Very short season in late spring to early summer (Nov–early Dec) and availability is limited — grown in cooler regions like Tasmania or imported, dahlias, sunflowers, zinnias
Fall: Chrysanthemums, marigolds, amaranthus
Winter: Anemones, hellebores, camellias

💡 Pro tip: Always ask your florist what’s in season locally—they might introduce you to blooms you’ve never considered!

3 / Build Around Your Colour Palette

Your wedding colour palette will steer the ship when it comes to floral design. You don’t need every flower to exactly match, but aim for tones that harmonize.

Examples:

Soft blush, cream, and sage = romantic elegance
Terracotta, mustard, and dusty rose = modern boho
Navy, white, and emerald = crisp and classic

Don’t be afraid to mix textures and tones—it adds depth and dimension to bouquets and centerpieces.

4 / Bouquets, Boutonnieres & Beyond

Flowers aren’t just for bouquets! Here are some other places to consider floral touches:

Ceremony arch
Aisle markers or floral ground arrangements
Welcome signs and seating charts
Reception centerpieces
Cake flowers
Hair flowers or floral crowns
Floral chandeliers or hanging installations (hello, drama!)

Remember: You don’t need flowers everywhere. Strategic placement can make a big impact without blowing your budget.

5 / Trust Your Florist (Seriously)

Pinterest and Instagram are amazing for inspiration, but your florist is the expert. Once you share your vision, let them work their magic. They might suggest substitutions that are more affordable, longer-lasting, or just better suited to your venue and climate.

Bonus: If you can, do a walk-through of your venue with your florist (if they aren't already familiar with it). They'll have ideas you haven’t even dreamed of yet.

6 / Don’t Forget Scent & Symbolism

If fragrance matters to you (hello, garden roses and lavender!), make sure to mention it. Some flowers are deeply symbolic too—lilies for devotion, ivy for fidelity, baby’s breath for everlasting love.

Your Wedding flowers should feel like you. Whether that means a wild, overflowing bouquet or a minimalist single stem, your blooms are just one more way to tell your love story. So take a deep breath, trust your gut, and know that when you walk down that aisle surrounded by petals chosen with intention that it will be perfect. With Love (and peonies) The Aisle X

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