Just like fashion, styles for wedding bouquet change from year to year. For 2008, we have spotted several growing trends in floral designs for weddings bouquets and flowers. Below are the key looks that one will see repeating through the year.

1. Accessorize me
The inclusion of accessories in bouquets has become a major trend this season. Pearls, beads, diamentes and even shells are all hot picks for brides who are looking for that extra touch of glamour which makes them stand out from the rest.

Above left: Individual pink hyacinth florets are studded with pearls of varying sizes to form a mound of precious botanical jewels. Above right:A bouquet of lovely varigated hydrangea with pale yellow roses and glass beads gives a feeling of the sea.
2. Luxurious exotica
Go for the 40’s glamourous look by choosing a bespoke bouquet with luxurious and rare orchids. The effect is simply rich and dramatic.

Above left: White Cattelya orchids have a sweet frangrance. Above right: The lady’s slipper orchid has the most wonderful stripes that are almost perfect.

3. Go for red
Red is the colour if you are into drama. Try a pure white wedding gown with a red bouquet. The drama it creates will put you in the limelight immediately! These bouquets are also perfect for Chinese wedding dresses!

Above left: A bouquet of deep red amaryllis and dark purple vanda orchid wrapped in velvet ribbon shouts for attention. Above right: Deep red Bacarrat roses are many brides’ all time favourite.

4. It’s a wrap!
Wrapping or collaring bouquets seem to be a trend that is gaining momentum in recent years. Collar them with leaves or grass to create movements, or wrap individual stems with ribbons to add visual interests.

Above left: Individual white amaryllis wrapped in lace. Above right: A bouquet of white tulips and lilies of the valley are collared by a ring of swirling steel grass.

Every bride is unique, so why should your bouquet be just like any others? For a bespoke bouquet that trully reflects your personality, contact Solomon Bloemen at info@solomonbloemen.com today and let your dreams be realized.

Prices on quotation. please allow at least 10 weeks from consultation to realization of your bespoke bouquet.
It’s your wedding afterall! Anything less is a compromise.