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What ' s New In Wedding Flowers

Tastes tend to change considerably over the years , and nowhere is this more apparent than in wedding planning . Trends come and go , and what was once fashionable is no longer . Take flowers , for instance . Many brides today are opting for fewer , but more daring floral designs in their weddings .

When it comes to wedding flowers , brides have a number of choices . Roses remain popular , as do gerbera daisies and tulips . Tropical flowers are also hot .

One of the biggest changes in wedding floral design is color . Lighter , more muted shades are now being replaced with brighter , bolder hues . Brides today are not afraid of mixing reds and yellows , oranges and purples , and greens and blues .

Along with stronger colors , many wedding floral designs feature herbs , fruits , vegetables and other striking pieces . These help create interest and add dimension .

To create even more drama and interest , many brides are varying the contents of their centerpieces . Gone are the identical baskets of flowers on each table . In their place are

various kinds of flowers in various sized containers . You might find a large wicker basket of tulips on one table and a slender crystal vase of lilies on another .

As for the bouquets , brides are going for a simpler , sleeker look , with many choosing handtied or posy bouquets . Small , compact , tasteful bouquets with exquisite flowers and gorgeous accents are ideal . Flowers may be embellished with beads , crystals , faux jewels , feathers or pearls . These may be glued inside petals , strung on wires over petals , threaded onto thin strands of glass within petals or left to dangle . Ribbon has also made a comeback , but instead of being used in bows , it may be wrapped around the flower stems .

For brides that choose not to wear a veil , flowers may be the answer . They may use flowers from their bouquet in their hair , attaching them with pins or securing them to barrettes or a headband .

These days , brides are being more daring with the flowers for their wedding . Bold is in !

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You set a date , found a venue and selected a wedding party . You also selected your dress . Now it ’ s time to move on to what your bridesmaids will wear . It ’ s time for some fun .

You can shop for bridesmaid dresses at almost any place that sells dresses . You don ’ t have to stick to bridal boutiques or choose dresses made specifically for weddings . You can purchase whatever dresses appeal to you that will work for the tone of the occasion . Informal backyard weddings may call for cute sundresses , while formal ballroom weddings may call for exquisite gowns .

You ’ ll find all kinds of styles , and you don ’ t have to select just one . Not all styles will suit all body types . Drop-waist dresses , for example , tend to look best on hourglass figures , while empire-waist dresses look good on almost any figure . To accommodate for this , you might want to allow your bridesmaids more freedom to choose the styles most suitable to them , providing they stay within the desired color palette .

Color is important . What is your wedding color palette ? The dresses should reflect or complement it . With a navy blue and yellow wedding , for example , the maid of honor might wear a yellow dress and navy shoes , while the bridesmaids wear navy dresses and yellow shoes . Keep in mind that dress shades do not have to match the color palette exactly , especially if you have someone in the wedding party whom the palette does not suit . A pale yellow dress might make your fair maid of honor look washed out . Choose a different color for a better look , a buttery yellow , perhaps . Be prepared to adjust the colors as needed for the right look .

Comfort matters . Your bridesmaids will be doing a lot of walking , standing and dancing on your wedding day . Don ' t make it worse for them by selecting super-long , tightfitting dresses and stiletto heels . Look for attire and footwear appropriate for the season that will allow your attendants to

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move with ease . While you ’ re at it , make sure you select quality attire that will not wrinkle . There may not be time to grab an iron between the ceremony and the reception .

Finally , consider budget . Some of your bridesmaids may be on a tight budget . Respect that by selecting affordable attire and footwear . Sure , you may adore the $ 1500 dress , but the price may be too steep for some of your bridesmaids . Be prepared to help foot the bill or compromise on something a little more affordable . Remember , your bridesmaids may not have the opportunity to wear the dress again depending upon the style chosen .

Selecting bridesmaid dresses can be great fun , especially if you make a day of it with your bridesmaids . Just be careful that you don ’ t go overboard . Pay attention to cut , color , comfort , cost and all of the other factors that go into selecting the right dresses for the occasion . More importantly , listen to you bridesmaids . If they are hesitant about a particular dress , find out why . Their opinion matters . After all , they are the ones paying for and wearing the dress and shoes you select .

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