Some brides have dreamed of the flowers they want at their wedding since they were little girls. Others are open to suggestions. No matter how you choose your flowers, here’s a fun rundown of just want the flowers you choose mean in “flower language.” Though these are the generally accepted meanings, remember that each culture views flowers differently.
White
White flowers are thought to represent innocence and purity. That’s why so many brides choose them. If you’d like flowers that create a cherubic, heavenly tone, try white roses, baby’s breath, daisy, white lily, water lily, or white chrysanthemum. Of course, any white flower is appropriate for a bride. Don’t limit yourself in any way. Go ahead and make a lush display all in white.
Black
Black flowers are in one way thought to be maudlin or sad, but in another way are the height of sophistication. There aren’t too many flowers that are naturally black in nature, but brides have been known to have them sprayed by a florist who will gladly oblige. Setting white flowers amidst black does make for a striking contrast. Go easy on the black and just intersperse say a black rose or two amidst a group of white ones for a really unexpected look.
Red
Strength, power, strongly felt emotions, and everlasting love all are attached to the color red. When you include red flowers in your wedding day, you are stating your true feelings for all the world to see. Brides have always chosen red roses, but now more than ever, they’re opting for dark burgundy reds and saturated hues of crimson. If you’re a red kind of gal, go full force and use it wherever you like. You might want to add a splash of red to the trim of your veil as Hollywood brides are now doing or as a sash on your gown. Red is a wonderful flower to add to a fall wedding bouquet.
Pink
Pink flowers are favorites with brides for good reason. They are thought to bring out childlike innocence and celebrate the feminine. An array of pink carnations or tiny tea bud roses would be awfully cute. And pink bouquets look especially wonderful coming down the aisle. Pair them with grey bridesmaids’ dresses for a sophisticated sweetness.
Purple
Purple is the color of wealth, prosperity, royalty, and wisdom. When you add purple flowers to the mix, you’re championing your own future good fortune. A bouquet of pastel purple roses is stunning and vibrant but still delicate. Or go robust with more richly hued purple flowers like the iris. The groomsmen will look dashing with a purple flower in their lapels.
Yellow
Yellow is for happiness, optimism, and also for innocence. If you want to go with yellow, there are so many flowers to choose from. The sunflower is a flower just bursting with joy. You can get miniature sunflowers in all tones of yellows and make a knockout fall or spring wedding bouquet.
Blue
Blue flowers are thought to signify peace, cleanliness, and security. Any blue flower would make a lovely addition to the bridal party bouquets or boutonnieres. They are also darling for a ring bearer to wear or the flower girl to throw in petal form. There’s something so calming about a blue flower. Use any shade you like for a darling effect.
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Green is a symbol of peace and tranquility. Green roses, for example, mean abundance and generosity. Unusual green buds of roses are a symbol of fertility.