Selecting the right floral arrangements can truly bring your personal style and your vibe to your day. Ceremony flowers can be magical, and the more they reflect your story and the things you love the more special they are. With such a wide range of venues to choose from now, there are many options for creating something natural and unique for the beautiful moment when you will exchange your vows. Imagine an arch of carefully chosen flowers to reflect your commitment to a lifelong journey together. A beautiful floral backdrop or frame for that wonderful first kiss. So where to start with so much choice?

Reflect your style

Consider your personal style and the ambiance you want to create. Are you envisioning a sleek and modern affair or a rustic and natural setting? These are generally the same consideration as for your venue, so if you’ve already chosen your venue, you may have a clear vision already. Choose flowers that resonate with your vision, whether it's elegant orchids for a sophisticated touch or romantic wildflowers for a more laid-back, relaxed atmosphere.

Choose flowers that resonate with your vision

Selecting the right ceremony flowers involves a thoughtful consideration of your wedding vibe, whether it leans towards a relaxed and natural ambiance or a sleek and grand affair. For a relaxed and natural setting, envision wildflowers, delphiniums and daisies weaving through the arrangements, creating a charming natural atmosphere. These blooms effortlessly blend with outdoor settings and rustic venues, setting the stage for a laid-back celebration. On the flip side, if your vision leans towards sleek and grand, consider refined choices like hydrangeas, orchids, or roses in a sophisticated colour palette. These flowers exude chic sophistication, perfectly complementing a more formal venue and contributing to the elegant grandeur of the occasion. The key is to let your chosen blooms resonate with the vibe you want to create, harmonizing with the overall aesthetic of your special day. I don’t believe any flowers are excluded from any choice; it is the way they are styled – a meadow of many varieties looks more relaxed than a swathe of one colour or variety which brings more of a sophisticated drama.

Purple and red autumn wedding flowers with bracken in an urn

Ask your family and friends for their floral story

Consider incorporating the same flowers in your day that your parents or grandparents had on their wedding day. What about the flowers that were in season when you got engaged? Do you have favourite flowers from the garden or greenhouse when you were growing up? The scent of dahlias evokes the happiest of memories in me for this reason and you may have a floral story of your own. Asking friends and family for their floral stories is a subtle way to weave family history into your ceremony and create something meaningful and memorable.

Consider your budget

The fleeting nature of flowers, how much time and effort it takes to grow them from seed and how very fragile they are makes flowers an expensive luxury. A full arch is usually £1000 or more. If that is within your budget, it creates a unique statement piece, a moment in time that will never be repeated. Wedding ceremony decoration with meaning, scent, movement and the joy of bringing nature right into your most precious moments. If your budget says otherwise, look at different ways to add height and interest – urn arrangements on plinths are a good alternative. A lot of venues and stylists offer décor packages. Creating beautiful fresh bridal bouquets, buttonholes and any other floral accessories you need in the same tones and flowers creates a cohesive look on a smaller budget.

Aisle flowers

Imagine that moment as you stand, taking a quiet breath to gain composure, before the first step down an aisle towards a lifetime of shared dreams and unwavering love. That aisle needs flowers, from fresh rose petals to meadows lining your path to flowers decorating the chairs. This is such a magical moment for me that I just love to make it as pretty as possible.

Make your floral designs work hard

It might be possible to move your floral arrangements so that they can be used in both the ceremony and your reception. A larger area of flowers usually creates much more impact than lots of smaller floral decorations, so this is always worth considering, whatever your budget.

Sustainability matters

Consider the environmental impact of your floral choices. Choose local and seasonal flowers to reduce the carbon footprint and support local growers and Flowers from the Farm. There is nothing more full of charm, scent and movement than fresh British blooms. Discuss eco-friendly options with your florist, such as using potted plants that can be reused or donated after the wedding. These can make the loveliest table decorations as well as ceremony flowers.

Practical considerations

As much as I love the romance and magic that flowers can bring to any occasion, flowers are delicate and it is important to consider the location, temperature and time that the arrangements need to last. This often has an impact on cost which is why it is helpful to discuss your budget so we don’t have unreasonable expectations. It is always possible to create something magical to fit your vibe, but it may just take a little more consideration.

A little thank you idea

Consider attaching a little note to the flowers for those very special people in your life who will wear a buttonhole, corsage or carry flowers as part or your personal ceremony. Emotions will be running high and those words, found at such a precious moment, will never be forgotten.