40+ Wedding Bouquets - Blooming Beautiful Bridal Bouquet Ideas

When it comes to wedding planning, choosing the wedding bouquets has to be one of the loveliest tasks. I mean what’s not to love about pretty florals?

If you are unsure where to even start (let’s face it there are so many pretty bouquet ideas). I am here to the rescue with my ultimate wedding bouquet idea gallery.

Pretty Petals – The Best Wedding Bouquet Ideas

In this article, I am going to share over 40 bridal bouquet ideas to enable you to work out just what you love… or loathe. That way you can begin to work out what makes your heart sing. Then I will answer some bouquet FAQs at the end. Hooray!

1. Summer Blooms

If you’re having a summer wedding, this bright bunch of seasonal stems may be just the ticket.

Photo: Maddie Farris Photography via Yorkshire Village Hall Wedding Florist: The Petal Studio

2. Pastel Dreams

Soft, dreamy pastel tones always work so well in bridal bouquets.

Photo: Two Pair Photography via Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Wedding Florist: Persephone

3. Cloud-like Gypsophila

Fluffy, dainty and ethereal gypsophila bouquets will tie into any colour scheme and are budget-friendly. Baby’s breath can be ideal as bouquets for bridesmaids too!

Photo: Katy Melling via Simple Elegant Luxe Blush Pink Wedding Flowers: Katherines Florists

4. Happy Sunflowers

Sunflower wedding bouquets are some of the happiest thanks to their large faces and yellow tones.

Photo: Emily and Steve Photography via Hampshire Woodland Wedding Bouquet: Jo Hicks

5. Dried & Preserved Flowers

You wouldn’t believe that this bouquet wasn’t fresh. Yep, that’s right, it’s made from dried and preserved florals. Wow!

Photo: Kerry Ann Duffy Photography via High House Wedding Florist f.o.l.k.y.d.o.k.e.y

6. Lilac Tones

Lilacs are so on-trend right now and it’s easy to see why. There is good flower availability in this pale-purple shade too.

Photo: Katherine Ashdown Photography via Barnston Lodge Wedding Florist: Daisy May’s Florist

7. Artificial Bouquet

Wedding bouquets can be made from artificial materials such as silk flowers, paper, brooches and even felt flowers.

Photo: Whoisbenjamin via Cheddon Fitzpaine Wedding

8. Pretty Peonies

One of the stars of the wedding world has to be a peony wedding bouquet. Swoon.

Photo: Angela Ward Brown via Clock Barn Wedding Flowers: Eden Blooms

9. White Bridal Flowers

You really can’t go wrong with a bunch of sleek white flowers on your wedding day.

Photo: The Light Painters via Cockliffe Country House Wedding Flowers: Sophie’s Flower Co

10. White Roses

A total classic, the white rose, is both timeless and beautiful.

Photo: Katherine Ashdown Photography via Holkham Hall Wedding Florist: Victoria Arrowsmith Floral Design

11. Autumn Flowers

If you are getting hitched during the autumn, opt for seasonal autumn flowers in earthy orange tones.

Photo: Olegs & Rita Photography via Old Kent Barn Wedding Florist: Chic Weddings & Events

12. Modern Style

Do modern and on-trend styles tickle your fancy? Check out this divine architectural bouquet design.

Photo: Camilla Andrea Photography via Modern Pink Wedding Flowers: Ivy Floral Events

13. Blue Blooms

Vivid blue flowers such as nigella, delphiniums and cornflower really pop especially with contrasting orange stems.

Photo: Rachael Connerton Photography via Floral Wedding Florist: Sophie’s Flower Company

14. Rustic Wedding Bouquet

Rustic couples this one is for you. Choose flowers in earth tones and add natural materials such as feathers, pine cones or hessian for extra flourish.

Photo: Photos By Hash via Digbeth Wedding Florist: Emma Cox Floristry

15. Wildflower Bouquet

Dream of walking through a meadow on your wedding morning and scooping up wildflowers for your bouquet? This is the look you are wanting to recreate.

Photo: Freya Raby via Oakwood At Ryther Wedding Florist: The Petal Studio

16. Hydrangea

Hydrangeas are a large and statement flower available in white, pink, green and blue. They can be used whole or split to make delicate textures.

Photo: Caterina Neri Fotografie via Tuscany Villa Wedding Florist: Fiori Fiori

17. Blush Bridal Bouquet

Delicate blush tones are so pretty and will be sure to last the test of time in your wedding photos.

Photo: Wyldbee Photography via Rousham House Wedding Florist: Elizabeth Baker Flowers

18. Structural Orchids

Orchids have been hot at weddings recently, they are totally back in vogue. They can be used to add height or used for trailing blooms.

Photo: Rick Liston Photography via Stones Of The Yarra Valley Wedding Floral Designer: I Heart Flowers

19. Purple Bouquet

Purple your thing? This darling flower arrangement is sure to sweep you off your feet.

Photo: Katherine Ashdown Photography via Natural Ethereal Purple Floral Wedding Flowers: Jo Flowers

20. Eucalyptus Bouquet

Another recent hit is eucalyptus. Its silvery green leaves, great scent and pretty leaf shape really add pizzazz to any bridal bouquet.

Photo: Louise Barry via Venue Bowers Mill Wedding Florist: Natasha Coustol Floral Designs

21. Pink Florals

Magenta pink is the colour of the moment and this deep pink shade is totally gorgeous in bouquets.

Photo: Firewood Film via Fun Colourful Barn Wedding Bouquet: Leafy Couture

22. Winter Wedding Bouquet

Winter wedding flowers may be more scarce but certainly aren’t any less beautiful.

Photo: Matt Horan Photography via Winter Wedding West Mill Flowers: Floraldeco

23. Tulips

Tulips aren’t always closed, traditional stems you see in the supermarket. There are so many beautiful, open varieties with texture and colour.

Photo: Matt Horan Photography via Willow Marsh Farm Wedding Florist: Number Twenty Seven

24. Protea

Protea is a large statement bloom that really takes centre stage in a bridal bouquet.

Photo: WhitneyBre Photography via Romantic Fall Wedding

25. Gerbera Bride Flowers

Gerberas are a firm favourite from the 90s and I predict a resurgence! Available in bright colours, this daisy-like flower really pops.

Photo: Hollie Carlin Photography via Colourful Alternative Wedding Florist: Sue Davies Flowers

26. Calla Lilies

Calla lilies have a beautiful shape which really adds an unusual touch to flower arrangements.

Photo: Laura Martha Photography via 1970s Retro Wedding Ideas Flowers: Iris & Co

27. Christmas Bouquet

For a Christmas wedding, use greenery, holly or even grasses for a festive feel.

Photo: Mini and Me Photography via Christmas Wedding Ideas Shoot Flowers: East Kent Flower Company

28. Wedding Bouquet With Daisies

Daisies are just the sweetest flower and can either make up an entire bridal bouquet or be added to other florals.

Photo: Jason Williams Photography via Rushmere Farm Workshops Wedding Florist: Mrs Bouquet Weddings & Events

29. Lavender Scent

Adding scented flowers such as lavender, sweetpeas or herbs is going to evoke special memories in the future if you use them in your bouquets.

Photo: White Stag Wedding Photography via Romantic Rustic Blush Pink Wedding Flowers: The Flower Studio

30. Thistles

Spiky thistles may not seem like an obvious choice for a bouquet, but they look amazing!

Photo: Emily and Steve via Winchester House Wedding

31. Sage Green Flowers

Sage green is one of the most popular wedding colours. Foliage and greenery are great ways to bring sage tones to your day.

Photo: Amy Cutliffe Photography via Sage Green Wedding Ideas Flowers: Bloomantic

32. Daffodils

A spring staple, the humble daffodil is surprisingly gorgeous in bridal flowers.

Photo: Georgina Brewster Photography via Beautiful Countryside Wedding Ideas Flowers: The Yorkshire Dales Flower Company

33. Dahlias

Dahlias are my favourite bloom and they featured in my own wedding bouquet. They are readily available in the late summer/autumn in so many shapes and colours.

Photo: Vladana Parker via Bronze Wedding Ideas Floristry: Bud and Flower

34. Boho Bouquet

How do you add a touch of boho to your bouquet? Dried flowers, earthy tones and a macrame wrap maybe?

Photo: Lola Rose Photography via Beach Boho Wedding Florist: Dorset Flower Co

35. Ranunculus

Ranunculus have gorgeous petal-rammed heads that add so much texture to arrangements.

Photo: Jo Bradbury Photography via Boho Industrial Wedding Ideas Florist: Living Colour Floral Design

36. Red Rose

Red roses are the ultimate in luxury and romance, so what’s better than to use them in your bouquet?

Photo: Brandon and Serena Photography via Red Rose Wedding Ideas Bouquet: Simply Elegant by Emma

37. Spring Bouquet

Spring wedding flowers are some of the loveliest around, I mean would you just look at these florals?!

Photo: Thyme Lane Photography via Spring Country Garden Wedding Florist: Honeymoon Fern Flowers

38. Simple Hand-Tied Wedding Bouquet

Wedding bouquets don’t have to be opulent, a simple hand-tied number can be ever so special.

Photo: Britt Spring Photography via Summer Provence Wedding Ideas Flowers: Ivy Pip & Rose

39. Small Bouquet

Small bouquets are practical. They are lighter to hold, and easier to move with, not to mention the cost savings.

Photo: Laura Calderwood Photography via Non-Traditional Country Party Barn Wedding Florist: Manor Garden

40. Cascading Teardrop Bouquet

A waterfall cascade bridal bouquet may be for you. It’s dramatic and oh so extra!

Photo: Grace & Mitch Photo & Film via Dreys Wedding Flowers: Sue Davies Flowers

41. Pampas Grass

Pampas grass is beautifully fluffy and tangible, does it get any prettier?

Photo: Jenny Rose Photography via Orangery Ingestre Wedding Florist: The Lanes Floristry & Styling

How Much Does A Bridal Bouquet Cost?

The cost of a wedding bouquet in the UK ranges from around £80-£175+ depending on the season, florist, location, flowers and the size chosen.

What Should Be In A Bridal Bouquet?

There are no rules when it comes to what should be in your bridal bouquet. However, think about scent, colour and meaning. Flower meaning or sentimental blooms are a good place to begin.

You may also wish to choose a special bouquet wrap, accessory, photo, brooch or something old, new, borrowed or blue to add.

What Is The Best Bridal Bouquet?

It really comes down to personal preference as to which bouquets are the best. Be sure to choose flowers and colours that you adore to be sure you’ll love yours. Certain flowers are popular due to their price, scent and long-lasting petals. Roses, peonies, dahlias and foliage are all firm favourites.

Does A Bride’s Bouquet Have To Match The Wedding Colours?

No, there is no need to match your wedding colour theme to your bouquet. You can really go mismatched with your theme. However, it is nice to work with complementary colours and tones to help give a cohesive look.

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