Flowers do so much for the atmosphere at a wedding so it is important to give some thought to your floral arrangements on the day. So what Kind of flowers should be at a wedding? - Different flowers have different symbolic meanings which can help the couple to express their feelings for each other.
Who Pays for Wedding Flowers?
Traditionally the Groom is expected to pay for the flowers in the church and for the wedding party With the bride's parents pay for the flowers at the reception venue. The men should be given buttonholes, bridesmaids require a bouquet and the respective mothers receive a corsage.
The Church
Remember that some churches and other wedding venues hold more than one wedding ceremony per day. Particularly in the busy periods of Spring and Summer. If this is the case with your wedding venue think about contacting the people getting married before and/or after you and sharing the cost of the floral decorations. If it's a church wedding you may find that the people at the church will be happy to help you arrange the flowers and provide advice on where and how to arrange them.
Bear in mind, however, that a wedding venue may not have time during busy periods to change floral arrangements for each couple and may require all the weddings on that day to use the same displays.
The Venue
Although reception venues don't have more than one reception per day you may find that some venues include the cost of floral arrangements in their service. In this case you should make sure that the flower theme at the reception matches the rest of the day. Alternatively, ask them for a quote without flowers and use your own florist to decorate the reception venue.
For those venues which allow you to use your own florist to decorate. Ask the florist to double check with the management a couple of days before that the venue will be accessible on the morning of the wedding. There are few hard and fast rules about floral decorations at the reception venue. Generally there is a large arrangement on the top table and smaller arrangements on each of the guests' tables. There is usually also a large arrangement at the point where the reception line up is to take place at the point where the guests enter the reception venue.
Ask the florist to visit your reception venue with you and ask their advice on how to decorate the rooms. Smaller rooms are generally quite easy to do but large rooms, halls or marquees take a bit more planning and thought. Since those rooms have a lot of space it can be expensive to decorate them with floral arrangements. So consider using flowering plants and shrubs. Flowering pot plants can be an ideal way to decorate a large space cost effectively. Unless you are having a very simple wedding or you have a friend or relative who genuinely knows what they are doing. It is generally advisable to use a professional florist. Not only will they will co-ordinate the flower arrangements at all stages of the day they will also be able to advise which flowers are in season. Therefore less expensive, as well as being able to advise you on the symbolism behind your choice of flowers.
Finding a florist is usually one of the easier elements in organising the wedding. It makes sense to ask first at the wedding and reception venues. Since they have weddings daily and will have seen the work of just about all the local florists. A good florist will usually be happy to oblige. Choose your florist well before the wedding since good florists is usually booked months in advance. The exact choice of flowers and colours can wait until 1-2 months before and should only be made once the colours of the wedding have been chosen.
The Bouquet
When choosing the bouquet, keep in mind the two essential features; colour and form. The base colour for the bouquet is traditionally white. To symbolise purity but the proper use of one or two elements of colour can really bring the bouquet alive. The form of the bouquet can either be long and trailing or compact and bunched. The bride's body shape and style of dress should be major factors in deciding which type of bouquet to go for. Again, a good florist will probably be able to advise.
Bridesmaids' bouquets: The bridesmaids usually carry smaller and much less detailed bouquets. The colour and form should complement the bride's if possible, but should certainly match their dresses.
Buttonholes
The male members of the wedding party wear Buttonholes.
The mothers of the bride and groom respectively wear Corsages. Which are similar in idea to buttonholes but much larger and more detailed.
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FAQs
Traditionally the Groom is expected to pay for the flowers in the church and for the wedding party With the bride's parents pay for the flowers at the reception venue. The men should be given buttonholes, bridesmaids require a bouquet and the respective mothers receive a corsage.
Who pays for flowers wedding etiquette? ›
The groom's family provides the person flowers involved in a wedding ceremony. That includes the bride's bouquet, the groomsmen and usher boutonnières, and the corsages and mini bouquets for the both mothers and grandmothers.
What is the etiquette for the mother of the bride flowers? ›
Tradition calls for corsages to be given to mothers of the bride and groom. For a different approach, pin a flower in her hair or give her a small nosegay to carry. While lilies and roses are classics, incorporating each mother's favorite flower or one that complements her ensemble is a thoughtful gesture.
What flowers do the groom's parents pay for? ›
The groom's family pays for the following flowers: bridal bouquet, groomsmen and ushers boutonnieres and mother's and grandmother's corsages/mini bouquets. The groom's parents or the groom pays the officiant's fee or gives a cash gift to the officiant if he or she doesn't have a set fee.
Do mother of bride and groom get flowers? ›
The bride's mother, groom's mother, all the grandmothers, and any female readers during your ceremony traditionally wear a corsage on their wrist, or a pinned corsage to their clothing. If you have a female officiant that you really connect with, you could even consider giving them a corsage as well.
What does the mother of the groom give the bride? ›
These items can include jewelry, watches, or a personalized handkerchief. Family heirlooms are warm tender gestures that symbolize the true delight that the mother of the groom feels about having her daughter-in-law marry into the clan.
What do the groom's parents give for a wedding gift? ›
The mother of the groom traditionally brings a small gift to the bridal shower. When it comes to the wedding itself, the mother of the groom can give the bride a more sentimental gift, like a family heirloom, to officially welcome her into the family.
How much money should groom's parents give? ›
It used to be that the role of the bridegroom's parents was restricted to hosting the rehearsal dinner and leading him down the aisle, but that is no longer the case. In a recent poll by wedding enthusiasts, the Groom's parents cover up to 24% of the wedding costs.
What color is the mother of the bride supposed to wear? ›
Typically the Mother of the Bride's dress should complement the bridal party's color palette. Not necessarily match with the bridesmaids, but choose a color in the color family. The most popular color for the mother of the bride to wear is navy or a royal blue, followed by blush or a shade of nude.
Who walks the mother of the bride down? ›
If the mother of the bride is taking part in the wedding processional, she is traditionally escorted by a close male relative like a son or brother or may enter alone. If the parents are divorced, she may be escorted by her partner. In some cases, a groomsman or best man will escort her down the aisle.
Not only does the bride's family pay for the wedding day outfit and accessories (veil, shoes, jewelry and more), but they're also responsible for the bride's wardrobe for all of the pre-wedding events (the shower, bach party, rehearsal dinner and honeymoon).
Who pays for mother of groom hair and makeup? ›
Who Pays for the Mother-of-the-Bride and Groom's Beauty Team? As with most beauty questions, there is no hard-and-fast rule. Some brides may offer to cover hair and makeup services in order to thank the wedding party for being a part of their special day.
Which mother is seated first at a wedding? ›
Seating married parents
The parents of the bride always sit in the first pew or row on the left, facing where the ceremony will be held; the groom's parents sit in the first row on the right.
What color should the mother of the groom not wear? ›
What Colour is the Groom's Mother Supposed to Wear for a Wedding? Traditionally, the mother of the groom should avoid wearing white, black, or the same colour as the bridal party.
What is the tradition of flowers at a wedding? ›
Flowers have been a key part of the bridal look since the ancient Romans started to carry and wear floral garlands to their nuptials as a symbol of fertility, fidelity, and new beginnings.
Who should be the flower girl in a wedding? ›
The flower girl is typically a child between the ages of four and nine. More often than not, she is directly related to either the bride or the bride groom. The flower girl may be a younger sister, or a beloved niece or cousin. In some cases the flower girl may be a family friend, but most often it is a blood relative.
Do you give flowers before or after the performance? ›
Never Give Flowers Before the Performance
The best time for us to give the performers flowers would be after the show when they take their bows. This is when the audience acknowledges them, and they can accept the flowers with gratitude.
Who pays for corsage and boutonniere? ›
Traditionally, the guy pays for the corsage and the girl pays for the boutonniere, as each person is gifting the flowers to their date. However, it's common for couples dating for awhile to choose their flowers together or for one half of the pair to place the order for both to ensure the flowers coordinate.
