At Blooming Amazing Flower Company, choosing your bridal bouquet becomes a graceful act of self-expression guided by seasonality, shaped by sentiment, and grounded in your personal style. Each bouquet is handcrafted to reflect the moment, marrying elegance with intention.

These floral creations do more than complete the bridal look, they give voice to the day’s emotion. Every stem, every bloom, is thoughtfully selected to echo the feeling and flow of your celebration.

What Makes a Bridal Bouquet Special?

A bridal bouquet is more than a collection of flowers. It visualises the bride's identity and is a central part of the wedding atmosphere.

Your bouquet will appear in countless photos and be remembered as part of your wedding day look. Many brides also keep their bouquets as keepsakes, either preserved or photographed.

Personal Style and Expression

Every bride has a unique sense of style, and the bouquet is one way this becomes visible. From soft garden blooms to structured contemporary shapes, floral choices and finishes can reflect taste, mood, and character.

• Classic elegance - Roses, peonies, and lilies in symmetrical arrangements

• Romantic whimsy - Loose, garden-style bouquets with ranunculus and sweet peas

• Modern minimalism - Clean lines with calla lilies or orchids

• Bohemian flair - Wildflowers, textural elements, and trailing ribbons

The flowers you choose can tell much about your personality and the feeling you want to create on your wedding day.

Complementing the Dress and Theme

The bouquet often echoes the gown's design and the ceremony's feel. If the wedding is formal or relaxed, traditional or modern, flower selection, colour palette, and shape can be aligned with the setting and outfit.

A simple sheath dress might pair well with a sleek, minimalist bouquet, while a more substantial, cascading arrangement could balance a full ball gown. The flowers you carry should feel like a natural extension of your overall look.

Seasonal and Local Blooms

Using flowers that are in season in Ireland keeps them fresher on the day and can reduce cost. Peonies peak here from late April to early July, while dahlias shine from July through October.

Seasonal blooms are often more affordable and environmentally friendly. They also connect your wedding to the natural rhythm of the year, adding another layer of meaning to your celebration.

Essential Factors in Choosing Your Bridal Bouquet

Selecting a bridal bouquet involves practical decisions as well as creative ones. Every decision, from shape to colour, shapes how the bouquet complements the wedding.

Colour Palette Coordination

Wedding flowers are often designed to either match or contrast with the colours used in the wedding. Florists use this palette to guide flower selection, blending soft tones or adding vivid highlights without overwhelming the arrangement.

• Monochromatic - Various shades of a single colour family

• Complementary - Colours opposite each other on the colour wheel for dramatic contrast

• Analogous - Colours next to each other on the colour wheel for harmony

• Neutral with accents - Whites and greens with pops of a signature colour

A bouquet using pale peach roses, ivory lisianthus, and pale green eucalyptus may reflect a neutral theme. At the same time, coral ranunculus or deep burgundy dahlias can add contrast in a more vibrant scheme.

Shape and Structure

Bouquet shape affects both comfort and how the flowers appear in photographs. Common types include:

• Round/posy - Compact, symmetrical, and easy to hold

• Hand-tied - Natural-looking with visible stems, wrapped with ribbon

• Cascade/waterfall - Dramatic, flowing downward arrangement

• Crescent - Curved shape that follows a half-moon line

• Wild/garden style - Loose, organic arrangement with varied textures

The shape you choose can complement your dress silhouette and personal style. A petite bride might prefer a smaller arrangement, while taller brides can balance their height with larger or cascading bouquets.

Venue and Setting

The location of the ceremony influences flower choices and arrangement design. A historic church may suit traditional white blooms arranged in classic shapes. A modern hotel venue might work better with structured arrangements and bold colour accents.

Outdoor settings, such as countryside gardens or coastal venues, work well with loose, organic designs that reflect the surrounding landscape. The space style helps inform the bouquet's size, colour, and texture.

Budget and Priorities

Floral budgets vary, so prioritising is part of the planning. Larger, high-impact flowers like peonies, which are in season from April to June, often make up the focal point of a bouquet. These can be balanced with supporting stems, such as Ammi Visnaga or eucalyptus, which offer volume and texture at a lower cost.

If your heart is set on specific flowers that are out of season or rare, be prepared for higher costs. Alternatively, a skilled florist can suggest similar blooms that capture the same feeling while being more accessible.

How Florists Craft Bespoke Bridal Bouquets

Professional florists create bespoke bridal bouquets through a detailed process that involves consultation, botanical selection, and handcrafting. Each step is tailored to match the wedding setting and the couple's preferences.

Personal Consultation Process

The process begins with a one-to-one consultation. During this meeting, florists ask about the wedding theme, dress style, colour preferences, and any meaningful flowers or personal ideas the couple would like to include. Based on this discussion, the team creates a concept that guides all floral choices.

This meeting also includes practical planning, such as confirming the wedding date, delivery timing, and venue logistics. The outcome is a clear design direction that reflects the couple's style and works with the rest of the wedding details.

Selecting the Finest Blooms

Professional florists only use fresh, in-season flowers for bridal bouquets. This ensures the flowers are at their best in appearance and durability. For example, peonies are available from April through June and are often used in spring and early summer weddings. Ammi visnaga, with its lacy texture, is plentiful from midsummer into September and usually features in late-summer weddings.

Florists choose each flower based on its availability, condition, and how it fits into the agreed colour palette and bouquet structure. This selection is done with attention to flower size, scent, and how long each stem is expected to last on the wedding day.

Handcrafting and Attention to Detail

Once the flowers are selected, florists begin hand-tying the bouquet. This involves arranging each stem by hand in a specific pattern to achieve the desired shape and balance. The stems are then bound securely, often with ribbon or fabric chosen to match the wedding's design elements.

Each flower is conditioned in advance to extend its freshness. This includes trimming stems, removing lower leaves, and placing the flowers in clean water with flower food. The final touches may consist of satin ribbons, pearl pins, or other embellishments, added based on the couple's request.

Delivery and Presentation

Your finished bouquet travels in water, protected inside our chilled van and delivered by Blooming Amazing Flower Company’s own drivers. This in-house service keeps the flowers cool and eliminates the long, overnight courier journeys that can tire delicate blooms. Deliveries are timed to suit the schedule of the wedding morning.

Upon arrival, florists provide instructions on handling the bouquet before the ceremony. This usually includes keeping it upright in water and storing it in a cool place until it is needed for photos or walking down the aisle.

Practical Tips to Ensure Your Bouquet Looks Perfect All Day

Your bouquet is made from fresh, living flowers. Their condition depends on temperature, hydration, and how they're handled throughout the day.

Keeping Flowers Fresh

Fresh flowers stay in better shape when kept cool and hydrated. Before the ceremony, store the bouquet in a clean vase filled with water and flower food. Keep it away from direct sunlight, heat sources, and draughts.

• Stay hydrated - Keep stems in water until the last possible moment

• Avoid heat - Store flowers in the coolest location available

• Handle with care - Touch only the stems, not the delicate blooms

• Use flower food - If provided by your florist, it extends bloom life

Stems placed in fresh water absorb nutrients that help them hold their shape. If the bouquet comes with a water bubble or wrap, leave it in place until just before photos or the ceremony.

Photographing Your Bouquet

Bouquets are often photographed with the dress, shoes, or rings. Place the bouquet in natural light, such as near a window, to avoid harsh shadows. Keep the blooms facing forward, with open flowers turned slightly towards the camera.

When holding the bouquet, keep your elbows relaxed and rest the flowers just above the waistline. In group shots, angle the bouquet slightly rather than holding it directly forward, which shows the shape and layers more clearly.

After the Ceremony

Bouquets can be kept for days if placed in water immediately after use. Trim the stems at an angle and remove any ribbon or wrapping that might restrict hydration. Use a clean vase to prevent bacterial build-up.

Air-drying or pressing are standard methods to preserve the bouquet. Another option is to separate and dry individual stems, then display them in a shadow box or frame. Some couples also choose to repurpose parts of the bouquet into smaller arrangements for the home.

Arrange a Wedding Consultation

The design process for a bridal bouquet begins with a consultation. This meeting provides space to discuss flower preferences, colour themes, dress details, and seasonal availability.

We handcraft every bridal design in our Ranelagh studio and welcome couples to see the flowers taking shape.

Consultations are scheduled in advance and typically take place at the florist's studio or by phone. Florists use this time to gather information about the wedding venue, date, and personal style to guide their recommendations.

Start your wedding flower consultation Dublin with Blooming Amazing Flower Company and begin planning a bouquet that’s personal, seasonal, and unforgettable. Remember to bring inspiration photos, fabric swatches, and any specific ideas you have to make the consultation more productive!