Here Are 10 of the Most Popular Wedding Flowers Ever

Here Are 10 of the Most Popular Wedding Flowers Ever

Having trouble choosing your blooms with so many options? Start with these tried-and-true favorites.

Picture yourself walking through a glorious garden with every flower at its peak. Which flowers would you go with for your wedding: something classic or trendy? Colorful or neutral? Large or minimal? If you're answer is something along the lines of, "I don't even know where to start," we'll help you narrow down your flower options before you meet with your florist. Begin with the basics, aka the top 10 most beautiful, timeless and popular wedding flowers.

Roses

Long considered a symbol of beauty and love, roses figure into many myths and fairy tales. Romantic writers and poets have used the flower as a metaphor for emotion, beauty, passion and true love. An all-star in the world of weddings, the rose is far from boring, particularly when it comes to color—roses are available in solid hues and bicolor varieties—there are even striped and tipped roses as well. More than 3,000 varieties of roses are grown commercially, and many are available year-round and are surprisingly affordable. And though roses are associated with luxurious fragrance, not every rose is scented. Three main types of roses are most popular for wedding flowers: hybrid tea roses (the classic, uniformly shaped commercial roses generally seen at your local florist), spray roses (a rose with five to ten small heads on each stem and a "natural, garden-grown" look) and garden roses (expensive, old-fashioned varieties with bushy, open heads and delicious scents).

Tulips

Although tulips are most often associated with the Netherlands, this flower is actually a native of Persia. Representing "consuming love" and "happy years," the tulip can be a meaningful wedding choice. This flower is grown in a wide range of hues, including white and cream, pastels (pink, yellow and peach) and vibrant shades (magenta, red, orange and purple). Available during much of the year, the most common tulips are very affordable, though rare varieties can be expensive. The versatile tulip can enhance both elegant wedding settings and more casual venues, and work well in almost any detail at a wedding—from bouquets and boutonnieres to table arrangements. Three main varieties are commonly used: Dutch tulips (typically seen at neighborhood florist shops and in gardens), French tulips (expensive and elegant, with extra-long stems and large tapered blooms) and parrot tulips (noted for their ruffled, striped petals in intense colors).

Calla Lilies

Also known as the arum lily, this elegant, trumpet-shaped blossom originated in Africa and symbolizes "magnificent beauty" in the language of flowers. The calla lily's distinctive form has been depicted in art nouveau and art deco works, in addition to 20th-century photography. Two types are commonly available: a large-headed variety with a long, smooth stem suitable for tall arrangements or presentation-style bouquets, and a miniature version ideal for small arrangments and boutonnieres. Creamy ivory is the most popular color, but calla lilies also come in yellow, orange, mauve pink and dark purple (a stunning choice for a slightly edgier or cold-weather wedding bouquet).

Wonderful Unknown Wedding Flowers for Hand Bouquets

Wonderful Unknown Wedding Flowers for Hand Bouquets

Mawar, Melati, Tulip are the names of beautiful flowers that we often hear and are a favorite choice to be used as a wedding bouquet. But did you know that there are several other types of flowers whose names you may not have heard of but are no less beautiful than those famous flowers?

Blushing Bride Protea

In addition to the type of pinchusion, there is another type of protea flower that is very beautiful and charming which, as the name implies, blushing bride protea, is very fitting to be in the grasp of a bride. The flower in the form of a bud and comes in white, ivory and blush has started to become a favorite of many bridal couples and created in a variety of wedding bouquets.

Pinchusion Protea

This South African flower has a unique form of fireworks! Combine four pinchusion protea flowers and you'll get a unique and exciting bouquet!

Gloriosa Lily

Or also known by its Indonesian name as Kembang Sungsang. This plant is common in the archipelago and is considered an exotic plant. Having a bright pink color and a unique shape, making breech flower can be one of the options to decorate your flower bouquet.

Muscari

Beautiful flowers that come in blue or purple are very similar in shape to grapes. No wonder he has another name for grape hyacinth. Tuck in a few muscari flowers to make your wedding bouquet sweet and charming.

Torch Ginger

This tropical flower in Indonesia known as Kecombrang has a bright color and is perfect for those of you who will be holding a wedding on the beach.

15 Gorgeous Winter Wedding Bouquets

15 Gorgeous Winter Wedding Bouquets

 Gorgeous Winter Wedding Bouquets

From crimson red blooms to festive greenery, here are 15 seasonal options

No matter what time of year you're tying the knot, carrying a beautiful bundle of flowers down the aisle is a must. Even if they're not technically in season at the time of your wedding, you can (and should!) have a bouquet of your favorite blooms on your wedding day. And if you want those pretty flowers to reflect your wedding season, then you're in luck because some of the most breathtaking color combinations are perfect for a winter wedding.

When thinking of seasonal arrangements, start with the colors that feel most reminiscent of the time of year. For the colder months, we love deep burgundy, crisp emerald green, snowy white, and classic blue. Select a bouquet that features a combination of these colors for a winter-inspired look that won't read like holiday décor. Another great way to "winterize" your bouquet is by selecting in-season additions, like evergreen sprigs, berries, or acorns. When deftly incorporated, these little touches help amp up the seasonal feel without screaming "winter wonderland!"

Ready to select your own winter wedding bouquet? Check out the 15 seasonally-inspired bouquets, below.

Think Monochromatic

Love tone-on-tone? Consider using white blooms in a variety of textures, as this bride did. In winter months, we're huge fans of Queen Anne's lace (if you look close, it looks like a cloud—or, ahem, lace!) because the seasonal bloom can add a delicate texture to any style bouquet.

Go for Greenery

We associate evergreens with winter for a reason. Take a cue from the season and do your own take on greenery by incorporating other seasonal blooms, such as protea, in a greenery-filled base. This bride did just that, carrying a dramatic bouquet of king protea, Queen Anne’s lace, and lots of textured greenery.