What’s hot for wedding bouquets? Forget about the elaborate bouquets bursting with a plethora of flowers and filler – if you’re looking for something less extravagant but just as elegant (or more so, we believe), consider a single stem wedding bouquet.

The single stem wedding bouquet relies on the beauty of the flower used. It must  be perfect in all aspects, including being of the right length and right type. The bouquet may be the single flower alone, or garnished with greenery and/or some type of material, like ribbon or lace as long as everything compliments the bride’s dress. Like all wedding flower arrangements, the key to getting what you want is to speak directly with your florist, because perfection can only be achieved by expressing what you prefer.  Our talented florists will create the perfect single stem wedding bouquet for you, applying the same care lavished upon more elaborate arrangements.

Flowers that are popularly used as single stem bouquets include peonies, orchids, lilies, and of course, roses. In fact, actress Jennifer Garner is believed to have held a single calla lily when she walked down the aisle).

The pros of this type of arrangement are many: it doesn’t take attention away from the dress, is generally easy to hold and handle, is far less expensive than other more elaborate bouquets and is undeniably elegant.

Okay, okay. We know that “bouquet” implies a number of flowers, but we use it here as well for lack of a better term.

Ever since Queen Victoria carried a bouquet of snowdrops (Galanthus, a
member of the amaryllis family) down the aisle at her wedding back in 1840, white has been the colour for weddings in the West – and why not? White symbolizes serenity and purity, and comes in a range of shades from dazzling white to the creamiest of ivory (we classify ivory as white) or cooled with hints of green and blue. The creamier shades tend to be more popular, since they are  gentler on the eye.

White wedding bouquets and wedding flowers are usually accented by green foliage, since this colour combination is incredibly fresh, and simply put, stunning. A simple satin/organza bow or something more ornate completes the arrangement, often to compliment the bride’s dress.

Popular flowers for weddings include the following:

roses (Being the most popular wedding flower, roses are the first choice of many couples because they symbolize love, last longer than many other blooms and come in a variety of shapes, sizes and shades.)
orchids
calla lilies
camellias
stephanotis (used more as a filler rather than as the primary flower)
tulips
gladiolus
chrysanthemums

Obviously, you can venture far away from these popular choices and select something different – it’s really up to you! Who says you can’t have a gorgeous wedding bouquet bursting with the petite blooms of lily of the valley. Convallaria majalis was quite popular during Victorian times, mainly due to its representation of purity, simplicity and sweetness.

For more white wedding flowers, contact 416-Florist.com, your local Toronto florist. A Wedding Specialist will be able to help you create the perfect wedding flower arrangements for your big day!

Preparing for your wedding? With years of experience and professional expertise, we’re here to help you make your dream wedding a reality. It’s the biggest and most important day in your life, and you want the wedding flowers to reflect that!

But with so many varieties of flowers and endless selection of arrangements your Toronto florist can offer, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. Just remember these 3 things that can help you determine which flowers and flower arrangements are best for your wedding day.

1. The venue. Most people decide on where they’ll be having their wedding service and reception before they decide on the flowers. As a result, the venue(s) should help you determine which flowers are appropriate. While personal taste will always be the most important factor, the perfect flowers can also depend on location. For example, if you’re having it at the beach, flowers and arrangements that can resist the heat and wind may fare better. Think summery flowers and simpler arrangements. Scheduled your wedding at Casa Loma? More extravagant arrangements boasting elegant flowers like roses and calla lilies may be better suited.

2. The season. If money is a concern, you’ll want to buy flowers that are in season. Choose tulips in the Spring, cyclamens in winter – if you don’t know which flowers are in season, just ask us. There’s no doubt you’ll be able to save money doing this. Fortunately, popular flowers like chrysanthemums and roses are in season pretty much all the time.

3. Prepare to prepare. Do a little research before you talk to your florist. Knowing what you like and don’t like can make the planning process easier, and will certainly help your florist understand your preferences!

The Wedding flowers we have available to view online are just a tiny (tiny) glimpse of what we can create for you. We know that each wedding is unique, which is why we recommend you talk to us directly regarding your preferences. Call us at 416-FLORIST to speak with our Wedding Flower experts today!