Alright, let’s talk about them bridesmaids with flowers, you know, the girls standing next to the bride. It ain’t just about lookin’ pretty, though that’s important, mind you. It’s about the whole shebang, the flowers gotta match and all that.
So, you’re plannin’ a wedding, huh? Good for you. Now, them bridesmaids, they need somethin’ to hold, somethin’ pretty. We call ’em bouquets, fancy word, I know. But it’s just a bunch of flowers, tied up nice. You gotta pick the right ones, though. Can’t just grab anythin’ from the field, unless that’s what you’re goin’ for, a real country-style thing.
First thing’s first, what’s your weddin’ about? What kinda feelin’ you want? Is it all fancy-schmancy, like them city folks do, or is it more down-to-earth, like us? If it’s fancy, maybe roses, them big, fluffy ones. They come in all colors, too, red, pink, white, even yellow, like them buttercups in the field. If it’s more casual, well, then you got more choices than fleas on a dog.
- Roses: Classic, fancy, comes in lots of colors. Good for a formal wedding.
- Wildflowers: More casual, looks like you just picked ’em from the field. Good for a rustic wedding.
- Baby’s Breath: Them little tiny white flowers. Used to be cheap filler, but now they’re fancy, go figure. Looks nice, though, all soft and fluffy.
- Daisies: Simple, sweet, means pure and innocent, like a newborn baby. Good for a spring or summer wedding.
See, it ain’t so hard, is it? Just gotta think a little. Now, if you’re doin’ a rustic wedding, that means like, out in the barn, or maybe in your backyard. Then you want somethin’ that looks natural. Wildflowers are good for that. Or maybe some of them green leafy things, and some brown stuff, like twigs and berries. Makes it look like you just went out and gathered it all up yourself, even if you didn’t.
If you’re havin’ a more classic wedding, you know, the kind with the big white dress and all, then you want somethin’ more put-together. Roses are always a good choice. Or maybe lilies, them tall, elegant ones. You can mix and match, too. Like, maybe roses for you, the bride, and then smaller versions for the bridesmaids. Or maybe you have the same flowers, but yours is bigger, fancier. You gotta be the star, after all.
And don’t forget about the color. The flowers gotta match the dresses, or at least not clash. You don’t want your bridesmaids lookin’ like a hot mess. If the dresses are blue, maybe you get white flowers, or yellow flowers. If the dresses are pink, maybe you get white flowers, or purple flowers. You get the idea. Use your common sense, it ain’t rocket science.
Now, who pays for all these flowers? Well, that’s usually the bride, or her family. It’s part of the wedding expenses, just like the food and the music and the dress. Flowers ain’t cheap, but they make things look pretty, so it’s worth it. And you gotta get enough for all the bridesmaids, plus maybe a little one for the flower girl, if you got one of them.
Some folks like all the bouquets to look the same, you know, matchy-matchy. Others like ’em to be a little different, but still go together. Like, maybe they all have the same kind of flower, but in different colors. Or maybe they all have different flowers, but they’re all the same color. It’s up to you, it’s your wedding. Do what makes you happy.
So, when you’re pickin’ out flowers for your bridesmaids, remember these things. Match the flowers to the wedding theme. Match the flowers to the dresses. Make sure the bride’s bouquet is the prettiest. And don’t break the bank, unless you got money to burn. Weddings are expensive enough as it is.
And one last thing, don’t get too stressed out about it. It’s just flowers. They’re supposed to be pretty and make people happy. So pick somethin’ you like, and let the florist do the rest. They know what they’re doin’, most of the time. And if they don’t, well, find another florist. There’s plenty of ’em out there.
Now, you go on and have yourself a beautiful wedding. And don’t forget to send me a piece of cake.
