How to Choose Wedding Flowers

When you plan your ceremony and reception decorations, you may be surprised at just how big of a role flowers play in your wedding day.  From altar arrangements and aisle runners to table arrangements and cake embellishments, flowers create beauty, elegance, and color throughout your venue. 

So how do you choose the right flower for your wedding?

• Start by looking through bridal magazines and books on flowers. If you don't already have an idea of the types of flowers you'd like to have, simply looking at beautifully photographed flowers can be a great place to start getting ideas. 

• Choose Classics. There are some classic wedding flowers with which you can't go wrong. They are: roses, peony, lily of the valley, hydrangea, orchid, and calla lily. This doesn't mean you must have any of these flowers but it can help you when deciding to know that these classics are sound choices.

• Set a Reasonable Budget. Don't hedge around the cost with your florist. Be honest if you can't afford much; it'll help your florist look for less expensive yet just as lovely alternatives right from the get go.

• Buy in Season.  The season plays an important role in your choice, especially if you're budget-conscious. While non-seasonal flowers can be flown in, this increases the cost and complexity considerably. 

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