There is a huge choice when it comes to wedding flower bouquets. But how do you choose one to suit you?

Here is a quick run-down of five popular styles of bridal bouquets. If you consider these before visiting your florist for a consultation, you are much more likely to have a constructive meeting and come away with flowers that will be perfect for you.

Posy

Traditional shape, giving a simple elegant look. Suits flowers such as roses, tulips, rununculus and peonies. We’ve noticed hand-tied posy bouquets becoming more and more popular.

Shower bouquet (Cascade bouquet)
Traditional teardrop shape, consisting of a wired posy with a trail of flowers and foliage. Suitable for use with a wide variety of flowers.

Sheath bouquet (Arm bouquet)

Long slender bouquet that is designed to be carried over one arm. This is best suited to long stemmed flowers such as calla lilies (arum lilies).

Teardrop shape

This is a classic shape which can look stunning with a variety of flowers, including roses, orchids, tulips, and lilies.

Creative

These wedding flower bouquets are especially for the bride who wants to make a statement. They don’t follow any set design and can be artistic, flamboyant as well as unique. So let your imagination run wild, or really put your florist’s creative skills to the test.

source : www.wedding-flowers-guide.com