According to WeddingWire.com there are ten flowers that will be on trend in 2013. Before going to meet with your florist it is always good to have an idea of flowers you like and maybe more importantly what you don’t like. I suggest looking in magazines and on-line and saving as many pictures of bouquets and centerpieces. Many brides find that after saving the images they like, they see many of the same flowers in each of the pictures. Whether you like lush and large arrangements or modern and simplistic you will probably see some of the flowers and plants you love in this list!
Cascade Bouquets are back this year with a whole new look! I have to admit I have never been a huge fan of this style bouquet. If you are unsure what a cascade bouquet is, it is exactly what it sounds like; a long wash of flowers usually longer than it is wide. However I have to admit after seeing some of these gorgeous bouquets I have changed my mind and I think you might too!
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In 2013, you will see a shift toward vintage bouquets. Picture in your mind bouquets that look like the flowers have been picked right out of a garden and tied together. Brides are choosing garden flowers like peonies (my all time favorite), roses, and dahlias over tropical flowers like orchids. Choosing these types of flowers gives a fuller more organic look to the bouquet.
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Lots of greenery is not on trend this year but with the right flowers and touches of more modern greenery can make the perfect cascade bouquet.
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What do you think of these new and updated cascade bouquets?
Some brides are choosing to forgo the traditional flower bouquet for bouquets made out of original materials. There are many reasons to choose an alternative wedding bouquet. Not only are these alternative bouquets eco friendly but they are also economical! For all my crafty brides who are on a budget these bouquets can save you hundreds of dollars. Choosing an alternative bouquet is also very unique which is why this trend is probably not for the traditional bride. Below are my top five favorite alternative bouquets.
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You have probably seen a brooch bouquet before and although these bouquets are a beautiful alternative to a traditional bouquet they can be a little pricey. A more economical version is buttons! Layering buttons on top of each other gives a very similar look.
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Another great alternative bouquet is using beads, crystals and pearls from a craft shop bundled together. How chic and beautiful are these bouquets? To me, these are the perfect bouquets for a Winter wedding!
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Fabric is another great alternative to a traditional bouquet. Use different fabric colors and textures to give the bouquet more interest. I really love the crocheted “flower” in the bouquet below! I wonder what a bouquet of all crocheted flowers would look like?!
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Felt is another great way to make “flowers” for a wedding bouquet. You can create all different types of flowers with felt including sunflowers and roses. Felt is super inexpensive and comes in all kinds of colors!
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Paper is another great way to make flowers and can be made to look extremely realistic to real flowers. If you aren’t a crafty bride don’t worry. Many of these bouquets can be purchased from handmade Etsy shops for pretty inexpensive.
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Which bouquet is your favorite? Would you carry an alternative bouquet?
