Color, scent, beauty and a bit of natural inspiration combine to create the iconic bridal accessory — the bouquet. With so many kinds of blooms and arrangements, there’s a bouquet that expresses your personality and style. Bask in the beauty of these five floral wonders, and gather ideas for your perfect day.
1. Captivating Creation.
Twenty white Playa Blanca roses unite to create a glamelia. This glamorous arrangement gives the seamless appearance of one large flower. These lush white blooms are surrounded by limonium and silver dollar eucalyptus. Measuring 12-15 inches in diameter overall, this stunning, elegant bouquet is truly a work of art. White Rose Glamelia, $250, The Nosegay Florist, 7172 Bernville Rd., Bernville, 610.488.6694. thenosegayflowers.net.
2. Local Color.
Jason and Katie Smaglinski celebrate fall with blooms locally grown on their farm and greenhouse. With shades of white, blush and plum, this bouquet includes the decorative blossoms of Sweet Nathalie Dahlias and Beaucon White Dahlias. Pearl Double Tuberose adds beauty and fragrance, and purple-hued Flamingo Feather Celosia adds flair. Fall Seasonal Bridal Bouquet, $125-$275, The Rustic Bunch, Penmerry Farm, Fleetwood (visits by appointment only), 610.413.2737. rusticbunch.com
3. Horizontal Elegance.
Made by Kelly Piccioni, this horizontal bouquet is filled with breathtaking red-orange Coral Reef Roses, and cool lavender Silver Mikado Spray Roses. Anemones provide a splash of purple-blue, and Clooney Ranunculus, Nigella and delphinium add amazing shapes and textures. A hand-dyed velvet ribbon ties this unique, natural-style bouquet together. Horizontal Natural Style Bouquet, as pictured $375, prices start at $225, Events by Kelly’s Florist, 1051 Cross Keys Rd., Leesport, 610.721.7924. kellysflorist.com
4. Cool Cascade.
Delight in a waterfall of blooms and greenery. This cascade bouquet features a tapering arrangement that includes Cymbidium Orchids, Safari Sunsets, hanging amaranth and orange wax flower succulents. Glowing pink Shimmer Roses provide pops of color, while thistle and two kinds of leafy eucalyptus provide tons of cool texture. Cascade Bouquet, $175, Stein’s Flowers Inc., 32 State St., Shillington, 610.775.0430. steinsflowersinc.com
5. Vibrant Structure.
Embrace the natural elements and celebrate outdoor beauty. A woodland armature provides an organic framework for this bouquet. Brilliant wine-colored amaranthus and fuchsia-hued dahlias combine with all kinds and shades of greenery. Pale pink roses, fluffy bunny tails and feathery pampas grass offer contrasting shades of pale pink and cream. Late Fall Bouquet with Woodland Armature, $200, Buttonwood Blooms, East Meadow Road, Robesonia, 610.374.3322. buttonwoodbloomsevents.com
