What bouquet to prepare as a wedding present for the newlyweds?

A wedding is not just a holiday. This is a tribute to traditions, a kind of ritual of honoring a new family, which has come down to us from the depths of centuries. And as befits any sacrament, it has its inherent attributes.

One of the dominant roles in the wedding ceremony is played by flowers. They are present everywhere - in the decoration of the hall, the hood of the car of the newlyweds, in the hairstyle of the bride. And, of course, in the hands of the guests.

And if the wedding is a ritual, then the flowers on it are symbolism. Therefore, it is so important to choose the right bouquet as a present for the newlyweds, to express their wishes and good feelings with the help of flowers. And also try to make the bouquet to your taste, be as original as possible and not get lost in the sea of ​​other wedding flowers.

The wedding bouquet should fit into the concept of the wedding and serve not only as a manifestation of the originality of the donor. Rather, the bouquet will correspond to the formula: flowers for a wedding are a wish of happiness embodied in natural beauty for newlyweds.

There are some unspoken rules for making bridal bouquets. It does not hurt to know that in each country and national culture, these rules may vary to one degree or another. Therefore, having received an invitation to a wedding abroad, it is advisable to get acquainted with the cultural features of the inviting party, as well as their wedding traditions and the language of flowers, which the locals revere.

For wedding ceremonies, they are as follows.

• The bouquet should be appropriate. It is necessary to specify in advance in what situation the event will take place. For a classic wedding in a luxurious restaurant, a bouquet of wildflowers is not suitable, even if it seems sweet and sincere.
• It will be useful to take into account the time and place of delivery of the bouquet. If you plan to congratulate the young after the wedding ceremony in the registry office, it is better that the bouquet was the usual, convenient form. If the guest is invited immediately to the restaurant, then it will be more practical to present a beautiful basket with flowers, which can be put in a visible place and not look for a place for the bouquet.

• Flowers should not be scattered. They are fastened either with gift wrapping or floristic fasteners so that when giving a bouquet the bouquet does not fall apart in the hands of the bride and does not cause awkward vanity. It should be borne in mind that the moment of giving is most often common for everyone, and the bride and groom will have to immediately accept a huge number of flowers.
• Opaque wrapping material must be removed from the flowers before serving. Only transparent packaging of mica, which serves as a holder and decoration, is allowed.
• The number of large flowers in the bouquet must be odd, as an even number is traditionally assigned to the memory of the departed.

There are no strict requirements for the flower gifts of nature - each flower is beautiful in its own way, and everyone has different tastes. But for a wedding it is not customary to give flowers of dark shades, no matter how chic they may seem. According to the wedding tradition, the dominant color at the celebration is white. It symbolizes the purity of thoughts and tender feelings of the newlyweds.

The exception is exclusive weddings where the original style or a certain color is planned. For example, an informal wedding in the Gothic style, a wedding in nature or in the ethno style, a costume wedding. But as a rule, the spouses inform the invitees in advance about such details.

It is worth noting that the floral rule about pastel colors does not have strict frames. Rather, it is a good tradition, a tribute to the wedding along with the bride. For lovers of bright colors in bouquets, the seasonality option is suitable. After all, the bouquet can be beaten in the spirit of the season.

• For spring, gentle shades of lily of the valley or lilac are characteristic. Awakening of nature, as a symbol of an emerging new family. After a long winter, young greenery is especially pleasing to the eye, so there can be a lot of it in the bouquet. For example, branches of asparagus or ornamental fern.

• In winter, solemn white flowers will look great, like crystal ones from frost. It is desirable that they be of noble varieties - roses, lilies, orchids. Or, conversely, you can choose vibrant and vibrant colors as a symbol of sunny summers and frosty winters.

• In autumn, colors of warm shades of red and gold are appropriate, because this is the time of the harvest, and as a symbol of abundance and prosperity for a new married couple. In late autumn, when winter has not yet taken over, and nature is rather dull, the bright colors of flowers will decorate the celebration.

• Summer is the time of flowering, the variety of floral choices. At this time of the year it is best to focus on general rules or on the preferences of the heroes of the occasion. If the weather is very hot, then the color scheme of the bouquet can be refreshing in the spring, without an overabundance of bright colors. But on a cloudy summer, a bouquet with juicy colors will warm the bride and add a festive mood to everyone present.

Composing bouquets is a whole science, which, however, can be mastered independently. The main thing is taste and sense of proportion.The splendor of the composition depends on the number of flowers in the bouquet, but an overabundance of colors and elements leads to sloppiness and sloppiness.

A few simple rules will warn against the error of turning a stylish bouquet into a tasteless “broom”:

• if the bouquet consists of several large flowers (roses, peonies, gerberas) and many small ones, then there should be at least 3-5 large elements;
• exquisite bouquets of small roses are in the amount of 25-27 pieces;
• compositions consisting only of large flowers (for example, gerberas or peonies), in an ideal proportion, comprise 9-11 pieces.

In today's world, wedding traditions are still strong, despite all the newfangled trends. A classic is the tradition that has developed over the past hundred years regarding certain colors. One hundred years is a conditional period of time, but it was precisely with the advent of the twentieth century, with the advent of registry offices and other social institutions in our country, that some flowers acquired an unwritten status of belonging to certain events.

So, in the hierarchy of wedding flowers, the rose is the undisputed leader, the queen of the ball. But tulips in our country have long been considered on-duty simple flowers, which were usually presented at official celebrations of the middle hand. But there is another side to the coin - tulips are considered a symbol of spring and eternal youth. And also, along with mimosa, they are a traditional gift for the women's holiday on March 8. They are suitable for a modest spring wedding, especially if the event is held in a narrow circle of close people.

Less fortunate was the fate of carnations - red ones became a symbol of political events, and white ones - funeral ceremonies. But today it is quite acceptable to give a large lush bouquet of white carnations to weddings on not very long stems.

Let us return to symbolism and consider the language of flowers in the context of actual classics. The science of fluorography, in common people - the language of flowers, came to us from the East and has been firmly entrenched in European culture since the Middle Ages. Flowers served as symbols and could tell something that was not customary to speak out loud. With the advent of industrialization and the liberation of society, this romantic science, it would seem, has sunk into oblivion. But on the threshold of the 21st century, interest in it came to life with renewed vigor, the materials of the past were studied, and today any self-respecting florist can tell what symbolizes this or that flower.

• rose flower - an unconditional symbol of love and nobility in all ages. Since the time of knights and beautiful ladies, this flower is an invariable attribute of all lovers. Red roses symbolize passion, and white roses symbolize purity and platonic feelings. In wedding traditions, white roses are most often used in the bride’s bouquet, and for a gift bouquet from guests you can choose pink, cream or gradient (transition from one color to another).

• Pion - a magnificent flower with a wonderful aroma, in the language of flowers means a sweet cheerful life, the wish of good luck and joy. In the countries of the East, he is credited with magical properties aimed at attracting wealth and honors. A wedding bouquet with peonies always turns out to be chic, fragrant and festive.

• Lily. A noble flower, not inferior in its greatness to a rose.It has a rich history in heraldry, symbolizes material luxury, respectability and high demands. No wonder the lily has been the emblem of French royalty throughout almost its entire history. Lilies look gorgeous in any bouquet, and white lilies as a gift to the newlyweds are the top of grace and grace.

• Orchid. Entered the wedding fashion relatively recently, for a long time remaining for our fellow citizens an exotic flower. Exquisite orchid buds are a symbol of sophistication and luxurious femininity. They are among the three "royal" characters, but unlike roses and lilies, the price of orchids is incredibly high. This is due to the features and difficulties associated with growing plants.

• Gerbera - An ideal choice as a gift to a cheerful couple. These vibrant fresh flowers hold their shape perfectly and seem to exude positive and good mood. They symbolize youth, the joy of life, openness to the world. Gerberas look good both in the general bouquet in the same color scheme, and by themselves.

For guests invited to the wedding to a colleague or distant relative, it will be quite enough to limit themselves to the usual bouquet and general requirements for the composition. There is no need to think over the original design, in this case flowers are a symbol of respect and wishes of happiness. The bouquet will take its place among other flowers donated, and this will also become a kind of contribution and symbolism.

Close friends of the groom and bridesmaids - this is the circle closest to the newlyweds. From them, a young couple receives attention and support on this day, it is they who become the ringleaders of the holiday, the most active participants. Friends' bouquets are filled with special meanings, like encrypted messages and unspoken assurances of sincere friendship.

For loved ones, choosing the right option is not difficult, given the preferences of the newlyweds. Friends of the groom can in advance inquire about the tastes of the friend’s bride, and at the wedding, please her with their “hunch”. Bridesmaids can decide on a bouquet even easier - these can be flowers suitable for a wedding outfit or the style of a banquet hall.

The parents of the bride and groom at the wedding ceremony have the honorary status of the patriarchs of the celebration, because their children themselves today come into adulthood and create a new family. For many dads and mothers, this is a day of happiness with tears of joy in their eyes, happy emotions and experiences.

From the parents of the groom, the bride will be especially pleased to receive flowers, symbolizing good feelings and a willingness to accept her into her family. Any delicate buds of pastel colors are suitable for the bouquet. It can be graceful lilies, tender hydrangea, bright peonies.

It is important for the bride's parents to present a bouquet intended not only for their daughter, but also for their son-in-law. It is worth showing a little imagination and taste in order to combine the wishes of the newlyweds in colors. For example, beat the bouquet in contrasting colors, like yin-yang symbols. Of course, black color in wedding bouquets is excluded, but it is quite possible to use bright red as a symbol of masculinity or blue - the color of respectability. The combination of these colors with feminine pink or blue will emphasize the dual symbolism of the bouquet.

Fresh flowers are the constant companions of any wedding ceremony, but there will always be a guest who wants to become the most original in their wishes to the newlyweds. For an experienced florist or just a person with imagination and taste, nothing is impossible! It is enough to grab the original idea by the tail and translate it into a chic bouquet.

• From the flowers. Petals of monophonic buds can be decorated with transparent or mirror crystals of strass, resembling dew drops. For a gift, a bouquet with multi-colored rhinestones is also suitable - they will shimmer and attract attention. Recently, the service of decorating petals with pictures or inscriptions has appeared on the floristic market. This option can be a very unusual gift, if you express a wish of happiness on the bud of a solid large flower. You can also transfer a small copy of a couple’s photo to a large calla lobe, for example.

• From sweets. A chic pastry bouquet will not leave indifferent not only the bride and groom, but also everyone around. A candy gift can be decorated in the form of a magnificent bouquet - in this case, the candies are attached to long skewers and decorated with satin ribbons. Another option is the design in the basket. It is important to consider that it is not enough to put sweets in a container, they also need to be decorated for flowers.

• From soft toys. Cute teddy bears and bunnies can be an original gift for a very young bride. They are designed to evoke a feeling of tenderness and tenderness. Often additional details in the form of bows and hearts with wishes or confessions are attached to such small toys.

• From decorative materials. Depending on the season of the wedding, the preferences of the newlyweds and the style of the event, you can use non-standard elements for the design of the bouquet. For summer compositions, shells, multi-colored feathers of exotic birds will be an excellent addition. In autumn bouquets, ears of wheat will be appropriate as a symbol of fertility. Winter compositions can be decorated with cones with loose hoarfrost, thin branches of needles.

Each culture has its own unspoken rules by which certain flowers become persona non grata at wedding ceremonies. In our country, all yellow flowers are subject to this possibly unjust “persecution”. They are considered to be a symbol of separation. Although, for example, in the UK, yellow flowers are a symbol of the sun and a joyful life.

Flowers of black and dark purple tones are excluded from wedding bouquets. Black is the color of sorrow, and purple is the color of sadness.

It is not customary to give artificial flowers made of plastic for a wedding. Recently flowers from printed satin or flowing silk have come into fashion, but here you need to be careful - newlyweds may not share the enthusiasm for such innovations.

Dried herbariums, potted flowers, and any sharp plants that might hurt are not suitable as a gift.

See how to choose a bouquet of flowers for a wedding in the next video.