A WONDERFUL TREND HAS OCCURRED as brides are experiencing rich, bright colors in their bridal floral arrangements and are adding the natural textures of visually stunning accents. The most popular choices are hot jewel tones such as magenta, celadon green, reds, purples, and touches of bright orange. The choices in creating a look all your own is endless especially when paired with other non-traditional varieties and accents. So the bride’s special day is made even more unique with the freedom to express with vibrant, strong colors.

If your ceremony is in spring, a few popular suggestions that are rich in color and full of textured blooms are peonies, hydrangea, lilac, tulips, roses and orchids.

If summer is the time for your ceremony then think roses. They are in full bloom and beauty in summer. There are thousands of beautiful varieties. Don’t be afraid to combine various roses to create a stunning arrangement that looks like anything but roses. Some exciting suggestions include garden roses, Ecuadorian roses, tea roses, spray roses and don’t forget your own locally grown roses.

The aspect that sets the trend apart is pairing the bright colors with earthy and grounding effects of natural accents including bamboo, branches, driftwood and moss. Don’t be afraid to try something new and let your imagination run wild.

Once you discover which blooms are in season with your wedding date, take a walk through the park, on a hiking trail or on the beach and collect items that catch your eye. Then its no-holds-barred as you create your vision for your personalized flower arrangement. Once you have a few ideas, take them to your florist so that they can make your vision into a reality.