60 Beautiful Bridal Bouquets from Real Weddings (2024)

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60 Beautiful Bridal Bouquets from Real Weddings

The bouquet is the bride's most-photographed accessory. The flowers you choose help set the tone for your wedding. Need some inspiration? Here, browse 60 gorgeous ideas from real weddings.

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    Contrast is key when it comes to designing a bouquet that pops.

    Type of flowers: Succulents, thistles, gerbera daisies, fiddlehead ferns.

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    Cascading small white buds are a wonderfully unexpected choice.

    Type of flowers: Small white buds.

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    Hydrangeas create a light and fluffy bouquet.

    Type of flowers:Peonies, roses, hydrangeas, ranunculus, anemones.

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    You can't help but smile when you look at this cheerful bouquet.

    Type of flowers:Coral ranunculus, Yves Piaget garden roses, coral dahlias, orange ranunculus, orange paintbrush asclepsia, magenta mokara orchids apricot campanella, garden roses.

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    Orchids are the perfect choice for a cascade bouquet.

    Type of flowers:White orchids, peonies, ranunculus, ruskus greenery, stephanotis vine.

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    The star-shaped stephanotis adds a fun touch to any bouquet.

    Type of flowers:Pale pink and ivory roses, dahlias, stephanotis.

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    You can't go wrong with a classic white rose bouquet.

    Type of flowers: White roses.

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    Give your bouquet an ombré effect with a variety of shades in the same family.

    Type of flowers: Orange roses.

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    Classic elegance wrapped in lace— this bouquet is perfect for the traditionalist.

    Type of flowers:Hydrangeas, peonies, ranunculus, roses.

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    The combination of classic and whimsy come together to create one dynamic bouquet.

    Type of flowers:Ivory vendella roses, blue thistle blossoms, dusty miller leaves.

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    The dark purple schwartz mini calla lilies add depth to this bouquet.

    Type of flowers:Bupleurum cosmos, schwartz mini calla lilies, Queen Anne's lace, skyline roses.

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    Photo:Andres Valenzuela

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    Picasso calla lilies add a pop of color from inside the bloom.

    Type of flowers:Picasso calla lilies, white tulips, cream roses.

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    Photo:Dana Lane Photography

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    Experiment with non-floral elements that fit your season, like berries and mini-pumpkins for fall.

    Type of flowers: Gerbera daisies, calla lilies, fiddlehead ferns, mini pumpkins.

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    Photo:Donnell Probst Photography

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    Billy balls add a touch of fun to your bouquet.

    Type of flowers:Garden roses, ranunculus, billy balls, succulents, dusty miller.

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    For an unexpected twist, make greenery the star of your bouquet.

    Type of flowers:White anthuriums, mini garden roses, lisianthus, leaves.

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    Greenery doesn't have to be boring— take it up a notch with mint leaves. Bonus: Your bouquet will smell even more amazing.

    Type of flowers: Calla lilies, roses, mint.

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    Balance the proportions in your bouquet by choosing just one or two larger blooms to feature.

    Type of flowers:Crimson, blush, and plum ranunculus, yellow anemones, spray roses.

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    Set the tone for a glam wedding with deep black-tinted roses.

    Type of flowers:Black Baccara roses.

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    Succulents and vibrant flowers make this bouquet pop.

    Type of flowers:Succulents, roses, dusty miller.

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    Photo:Ashley Rose Photography

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    Round out a classic calla lily bouquet with the more budget-friendly tulip.

    Type of flowers:White calla lilies, tulips.

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    Photo: Tu Photography

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    Mirror the dominant color of your bouquet with mini berries to add emphasis.

    Type of flowers:Dahlias, roses, hydrangeas, hypericum berries.

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    Photo: Shawna Yarbrough & Damion Hamilton

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    Complement an all-white bouquet with plenty of loose greenery.

    Type of flowers:White peonies, garden roses, sweet peas.

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    Soft shades come together to create a romantic bouquet.

    Type of flowers: Roses, peonies.

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    Your flowers don't have to be a bouquet— mix it up by having your bridesmaids carry similar flowers in wreath format instead.

    Type of flowers:Eucalyptus, pink and white cabbage roses, hand-painted navy berries.

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    Photo: Kelly Anne Photography

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    Keep it simple by choosing a singular type of flower to feature.

    Type of flowers: Stephanotis.

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    Sneak in some flowers known for their amazing scent, like freesia and jasmine.

    Type of flowers:Pink and white peonies, freesia, ranunculus, jasmine.

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    Anemones are a popular choice for a vintage-inspired wedding.

    Type of flowers:Pink roses, anemones.

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    Cheerful sunflowers are bound to put a smile on your face on your wedding day.

    Type of flowers:Sunflowers, greenery.

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    Contrasting colors add dimension to your bouquet.

    Type of flowers:Peonies, roses.

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    Lilies provide a delicate touch of pink in this bouquet.

    Type of flowers: White orchids, lilies.

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    Photo: Ashley Camper

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    Dress up a simple bouquet with a variety of gems and brooches.

    Type of flowers:Roses, mini calla lilies.

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    Get more bang for your buck by making carnations the main feature.

    Type of flowers:White carnations, pink primroses.

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    Add dimension to a classic rose bouquet by featuring a range of shades.

    Type of flowers: Purple and ivory roses.

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    Give you bouquet an extra wow factor by wrapping it in jewelry.

    Type of flowers:Cream and blush dahlias, dusty miller.

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    Photo: Jeff Wallace Photography

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    Loose greenery gives this bouquet a vintage vibe.

    Type of flowers:Peonies, roses, ranunculus.

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    You can never go wrong with long-stemmed roses.

    Type of flowers:Red and white roses.

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    Use snapdragon as a filler flower that adds an extra oomph of color.

    Type of flowers:Sea holly, proteas, snapdragons, eucalyptus, fern, roses.

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    Fiddlehead ferns add a touch of whimsy.

    Type of flowers: Peach calla lilies, pink roses, fiddlehead ferns, scabiosa pods.

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    Photo: Carol Irvine

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    A loose bouquet with plenty of greenery lends a homespun vibe.

    Type of flowers:Lavender, wildflowers.

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    A densely-packed peony bouquet is pure romance.

    Type of flowers:Peonies, roses, white ostrich feathers.

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    Wooden elements make this all-white bouquet even more beautiful.

    Type of flowers:White feather tulips, hand-carved wooden peonies.

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    Photo: Nick Brown

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    We love the fresh-from-the-garden vibe of this bouquet.

    Type of flowers:Dahlias, straw flowers, zinnias, wheat, leafy fern sprigs.

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    Add a few non-floral elements, like feathers, for an unexpected twist.

    Type of flowers:Blue hydrangeas, yellow and white roses, feathers.

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    Baby's breath is a classic filler flower that doesn't show up often in bridal bouquets; it lends a vintage vibe to a classic bouquet.

    Type of flowers:Pink peonies, white anemones, ranunculus, garden roses, baby's breath.

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    Think spring with a gorgeous daisy bouquet.

    Type of flowers:Gerbera daisies.

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    Photo: Andrew Clark Photography

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    Make a traditional flower more unique by altering the shape of your bouquet.

    Type of flowers: Roses.

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    Antique lace doilies and brooches took the place of traditional flowers in this vintage-inspired bouquet.

    Type of flowers: Lace doilies, antique brooches.

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    There's nothing more romantic than a peony and rose bouquet.

    Type of flowers:Powder pink and white roses, peonies.

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    A few vibrant stems add a dynamic element to a classic bouquet.

    Type of flowers:Pink and white garden roses.

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    Photo:Tonya Malay Photography

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    Make your bouquet an everlasting keepsake by crafting it from brooches and gems instead of live flowers.

    Type of flowers: Brooches.

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    Randomized placement makes this colorful bouquet unique.

    Type of flowers:Dahlias, hydrangeas, roses.

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    Your bouquet doesn't have to be massive to make a strong impact; focus on the size of the individual blooms to make a punch with fewer stems.

    Type of flowers:Pink, peach, and ivory roses, tuberose, and parrot tulips.

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    Photo: Dixie Pixel

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    The protea flower is one of our favorite ways to add visual interest to a bouquet, and its meaning makes it even more wedding-perfect— the flower represents change and hope.

    Type of flowers:Peonies,pincushion protea.

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    Add extra heft to a rose bouquet by surrounding the base with a wide-spread flower, like hydrangea.

    Type of flowers:White hydrangeas, soft pink garden roses, spray roses, green ivy.

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    A loose and flowing bouquet is perfect for a relaxed wedding.

    Type of flowers:Roses, ranunculus, parrot tulips.

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    Go bold with orange and coral.

    Type of flowers:Orchids, berries, white, pink, and yellow roses.

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    Photo:Paul Sanders Photography

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    Add volume to your bouquet with vibrant greenery.

    Type of flowers:Ivory roses, green hydrangeas, pink dahlias, whiteastilbe.

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    This timeless bouquet gets a modern touch with long, flowing ribbons from the stems.

    Type of flowers:Ivory and white roses, ranunculus, greenery.

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    Photo: EP Love

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    Break up a classic pink and white bouquet with a variety of mini flowers.

    Type of flowers: Blush peonies.

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    Mixed textures add visual interest to a monochromatic bouquet.

    Type of flowers:Baby's breath, eucalyptus, green hydrangeas.

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FAQs

Are bridal bouquets real or fake? ›

Many couples choose to use faux flowers for their wedding instead of real ones. There are several reasons for this. First, fake flowers are much more affordable than real flowers. Second, they are easier to maintain and can be used multiple times making them more sustainable.

Does the bride throw her actual bouquet? ›

Most couples today will choose to keep the original bouquet as a keepsake, so we do receive requests to craft a special arrangement that's designated specifically for tossing,” says Zaratsian. “Smaller bouquets also ensure that they can be caught with ease!”

What to do with a wedding bouquet after a wedding? ›

What to do with real flowers after your wedding
  1. Donate them. ...
  2. Repurpose them for your home. ...
  3. Have a bouquet station at your wedding. ...
  4. Dry your flowers. ...
  5. Have your flowers photographed. ...
  6. Make your own candles. ...
  7. Hire a professional flower preserver. ...
  8. Press your flowers in glass.
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What flowers hold up best in a bridal bouquet? ›

Succulents – These desert plants can hold moisture in their petals for long periods of time, they require so little water and attention, they're almost impossible to mess up! Chrysanthemums – Nature perfected the chrysanthemum petal structure to be strong, making it a great choice for floral novices.

Are fake wedding bouquets tacky? ›

Using fake flowers or plants for a wedding is not tacky at all as long as you select high-quality artificial plants that look just as natural as the real ones. In fact, high-quality faux plants or flowers can even make your wedding appear more elegant while stretching the dollar.

Why are fake bouquets so expensive? ›

That's because artificial flowers that look like the real thing are made of silk, or other high-quality materials that give them a life-like appearance, which can be more expensive than fresh flowers. Depending on the types of flowers you use, silk flowers may cost from one to five dollars more per stem than real.

What happens if a girl catches the bride's bouquet after a wedding? ›

What is the meaning behind tossing and catching a wedding bouquet? This is an old tradition that suggests that the woman who catches the bouquet will be the next bride. Some bride's actually take the bouquet back after it's been caught.

What does the bride do with her bouquet during the ceremony? ›

Hand off your bouquet to the Maid/Matron or Man of Honor/Mom when either you are standing face to face and will need to hold hands to do your vows and place rings or choose to hand it off right after walking down the aisle and when your future spouse joins you up at the front.

What happens to the person who catches the bouquet at a wedding? ›

Updates aside, the bouquet is still thought to represent good luck and fortune. It's said that if you catch the bouquet, then you'll obtain this luck, with the added superstition that you'll be the next person within the group to wed.

How many days before the wedding should I make the bouquet? ›

Fresh flower bouquets should be made within 24 hours of the wedding in order to keep everything perky and beautiful. However, some blooms can last 48 hours after being cut. So if timing is a priority, make sure to research the shelf life of each type of flower you plan to include in the bouquet ahead of time.

When should the bride throw her bouquet? ›

Ideally, most brides opt to toss the bouquet towards the end of the wedding reception. For example, if you're having a four-hour reception, then plan the bouquet toss during the third hour. That way, everyone has had time to enjoy the co*cktail hour, eat dinner, and let loose on the dance floor.

What is the most expensive flower for a wedding? ›

The most expensive flowers include peonies, gardenias, and hydrangeas. If you're on a tight wedding flower budget, using lots of greenery is an affordable (and on-trend!) way to decorate your reception. Other inexpensive flowers include freesia, baby's breath, roses (not garden roses, though), daisies, and carnations.

What is the most beautiful flower for a wedding? ›

The 5 Most Popular Wedding Flowers‍
  • Roses: A Timeless Emblem of Love and Beauty‍ ...
  • Ranunculus: Romance and Elegance in Every Petal. ...
  • Calla Lilies: Sleek, Sophisticated, and Elegant. ...
  • Eucalyptus: Breathe in the Romance, Exhale the Elegance. ...
  • Hydrangeas: Voluminous Blooms Full of Color‍ ...
  • Boutonnieres: ‍ ...
  • Bridal Bouquet: ‍
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What color combinations look best in a flower bouquet? ›

The most basic and frequently used triadic combinations are the primary colours (red, blue, and yellow) and the secondary hues (green, purple and orange). Generally, triadic colour schemes are vibrant, even if you use pale versions of your hues.

What are fake bouquets called? ›

There are four main terms for synthetic flowers…. artificial, fake, faux and silk. They are all pretty much interchangeable these days. Savvy marketing teams across the globe discovered that if they call their standard plastic flowers 'silk flowers' they could benefit from people assuming the quality is higher…

How can you tell if a flower is real or fake? ›

REAL AND FAKE FLOWERS
  1. A real flowers blooms and also dries. ...
  2. A real flower is affected by its surrounding /environment but fake flowers are not affected. ...
  3. A real flower spreads its fragrance for free but fake does not have any natural fragrance at all, it just looks beautiful from outside.
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Why are bridal bouquets more expensive? ›

Weddings are expensive to produce. Everything is custom. All the flowers are ordered specifically for the wedding. Brides tend to want flowers that carry a premium price like orchids, peonies, and garden roses.

Why do bridal bouquets cost so much? ›

The Product and the Service

Plus, there are a lot of mechanics that go into making gorgeous arrangements and bouquets that you purposely don't see. Florists also work extremely hard on the wedding day to keep flowers looking pristine in often harsh conditions like sun, wind, and rain.

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