Bouquets have been synonymous with weddings since the early 18th century, and though it may seem like one of the simpler decisions you have to make as a bride, with so many styles and floral types to choose from it can be surprisingly overwhelming. From classic round bouquets, to elaborate cascading arrangements, the choice you make should reflect the style and formality of your wedding. Below we explore the more popular bouquet designs and flower types to ensure a simple yet stunning accessory as you walk down the aisle.
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Bouquet Styles
The two most popular bouquet styles in Singapore, known for their timeless style and chic design, are the ‘round’ and the ‘hand-tied’ bouquet.
Round Bouquet
The round bouquet is a structured design made up of one or more flower types cut to the same height, this results in a neat round shape that is both simple, classic, and guaranteed to never go out of style.
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The traditional round bouquet tends to showcase a single type of blossom in a monochromatic colour palette, that is well suited to a more formal affair to compliment a black and white theme. Nowadays this style can feature a variety of flower types in an array of shades to stunning effect. Mix up your blossoms and colours to add some flair and personality to your bouquet.
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Hand-Tied Bouquet
The second style that is hugely popular in Singapore is the hand-tied bouquet. Reminiscent of blooms freshly picked from your garden, this style consists of a variety of stems, seemingly randomly and loosely tied together.
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Due to the unstructured design of this bouquet type, it is most often used for alfresco affairs, complementing the freer nature of a boho or rustic themed wedding. They are suitable to include an assortment of florals and foliage and you can opt to secure your blooms with a chic ribbon or rustic twine depending on your theme.
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Flower Types
Now you’ve picked the style you like it’s time to choose which flowers to include. The bouquet style you’ve chosen may influence what flower you pick, roses and peonies work well if you’re after a mono-flower round bouquet, but you may want to select a variety of wild blooms if you opt for hand-tied, to compliment the untamed nature of that style.
The most popular flower types in Singapore due to their versatility and accessibility are the rose, peony, and hydrangea. Whether mixed with an assortment of others or showcased alone, these three flower types are a strong and safe choice when it comes to creating a delicate, show-stopping bouquet.
Rose
The rose is probably the first flower you think of when it comes to declarations of love, and its connection to romance puts it at the top of many couples ‘must-have’ lists when it comes to floral design.
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With more than 3,000 varieties and with most being available year round, you have an abundance of colours and types to choose from. So whether you opt for a single type, a variety of the same, or mix and match with a varied selection of blooms, the rose is a strong contender when it comes to either round or hand-tied bouquets. You won’t find a more romantic flower.
Peonies
The peony, though less easily available than the rose, as it blooms only between April and July, is a popular alternative as it offers a softness, and a unique delicate texture in a variety of shades.
They make for a striking mono-flower round bouquet, but their delicate texture also pairs well with the unstructured nature of a hand-tied bouquet. As a symbol of a happy marriage, they’re a positive omen that every bride wants to carry on their walk down the aisle.
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Hydrangeas
Blooming from June to November the Hydrangea are a popular choice for weddings because of their attractive colour options, ranging from bubble gum pink to a deep burgundy. The natural spherical shape bodes well for monochromatic round bouquets, but the charm of the individual flower means that it can hold itself in a large, hand-tied arrangement as well.
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Versatility
An extremely versatile flower with a variety of shades and sizes, it’s no surprise that it is a top contender when it comes to wedding flowers of choice.
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There are endless possibilities when it comes to choosing your flowers so whether you opt for a mono-flower display or mix a variety of styles; whether you choose one colour type or select an array of colours, these popular bouquet styles and flower types will put you in good stead when it comes to creating a classic, timeless bouquet that you’ll adore.
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