Style Down the Aisle: 8 Gorgeous Bridal Bouquet Trends

Over 5.5 million Americans get married each year. If you're one of these lucky people and a bride-to-be, you may be feeling overwhelmed by your bridal bouquet choices. Or maybe you honestly don't have the slightest idea of what you want or where to begin.

Not to worry; we're taking a look at seven gorgeous bridal bouquet trends that are expected to be hot through 2019. Here are some ideas on what to carry as you make your way down the aisle that will perfectly compliment your gown and the beauty of your big day.

1. Go Singular With One Big Bloom

It doesn't get any simpler than holding one grand flower in one of your favorite colors. Some larger-than-life options to consider include peonies, dahlias, chrysanthemums, and day lilies.

Exactly which flower is right for you depends upon the time of year your wedding is taking place and your personal preference. If you're having a rustic wedding late in the summer, you can even try a sunflower.

There is, however, a key to pulling this off, because something this simple can also look rather skimpy. Your flower should be surrounded by plenty of greenery so that it looks like an actual wedding bouquet. This will also help the lone bloom stand out.

2. Pretty in Pink and Other Pastel Shades

Pastel petals are poised to be a big 2019 wedding trend. Their softness is just right for setting a romantic and gentle feel to the big day. They can also particularly compliment outdoor weddings, including those overlooking the ocean.

Roses are available in several pastel tones, but other blooms to consider include delphinium, hydrangea, clematis, and even tulips. A pastel bouquet is a great alternative for the bride who wants something a little more exciting than white but doesn't want to draw too much attention with stronger colors.

3. Go With the Year's Official Pantone Color

Color consulting company Pantone has been guiding graphic designers, fashion designers, interior decorators and more to help them create vibrant clothing and home decor. They also choose a color of the year and as it turns out, 2019's official hue-Living Coral-is just perfect for summer bridal bouquets.

Described as "animating" and "life-affirming", this sunny color can be found in natural roses, peonies, peach gladiolus, and Gerbera daisies. You may want an arrangement that uses it as the central focus of the bouquet, surrounded by more muted tones and greenery.

4. Get Herbal

Herbs have traditionally been a part of wedding ceremonies for hundreds of years due to the belief they bring good luck and fertility to couples. They're certainly not out of place when added to a bridal bouquet or if they're the star of the arrangement.

Fragrant lavender, rosemary sprigs, soft-hued sage, and other herbs can really put the finishing touches on a rustic wedding. They're not just for the bouquet; herbs can be used to adorn tables, entryways, and your wedding cake. They can also be a detail of your wedding centerpiece.

A bonus is they also smell wonderful and certain varieties may even help keep mosquitoes and other insects away.

5. The Cascading Bouquet

There's a reason why the classic cascading bridal bouquet never goes out of style. It's romantic and tends to look more natural than a compact gathering of flowers. It can also be adorned with a ribbon or greenery.

When Princess Diana married in the 1980s, she carried a shower bouquet (the nickname for a cascading arrangement) and the trend really took off. When executed properly, your cascading bouquet will not look like it's about to fall apart. A professional florist knows how to secure each stem so they'll stay in place.

Flower choices for this type of bouquet are pretty much limitless. Gladiolas, gardenias, garden roses, dahlias, and even succulents are fair game for the shower bouquet.

6. Bohemian Rhapsody

For the bohemian (boho) bridal bouquet, expect a bit of the unexpected. Boho bouquets may contain feathers, seed pods, ornamental grass, bright yellow sunflowers, greenery, and more. Anything goes is the name of the game when creating a boho bouquet.

These arrangements tend to be a little more rustic and ideal for outdoor wedding settings and barn receptions. Succulents are also making their these bouquets as they come in several muted tones and many varieties resemble flowers.

The bouquet may include long flowing ribbons or eucalyptus leaves. A trademark of these bouquets is that they usually contain a lot of texture and color.

7. Go Bold With Saturated Colors

According to the Flower Trends Forecast, bright flower colors are trending. For the bride that likes to go big and bold, now's the time to make a big splash.

As mentioned, Living Coral is 2019's official Pantone color, but you can also try hot pink, ultramarine, yellow, and even classic romantic red for your bouquet.

8. Keep It Local

We hear a lot these days about sourcing ingredients from local farmers and food suppliers for meals, so it's no surprise that this trend is finding its way into the bridal bouquet. The bouquet may be made up of seasonal flowers from a local farm with hand-picked greenery from the reception venue added for the finishing touch.

It's a fun and creative way of giving back in a small way to a local business on your big day.

We Can Help With Your Bridal Bouquet

There are lots of options when it comes to choosing the ideal bridal bouquet for your wedding. Whether you need help with creating your bouquet or know exactly what you have in mind, our staff at Peachtree Petals is more than happy to help you create your dream wedding.

Our in-house wedding flower consultants have more than a decade of experience creating the perfect floral arrangements for brides. If your wedding is taking place in the Atlanta or Los Angeles area, contact us to arrange a floral consultation.