Stand Out with Swoon-Worthy Wedding Flowers

Wedding Planning

October 10, 2022

Just as you would pick a bouquet at the local grocery store or farmers market, flowers have an undeniable way of brightening any space. From the rise of dried flowers to fresh pops of color, your wedding floral arrangements can be as unique and creative as you. When arranged just so, they allow your dream wedding to bloom before your eyes. Below are a few unique ways to help your special day stand out with swoon-worthy wedding flowers.

Vintage Vibes with Dried Flowers

Dried wedding flowers have become more and more popular among my brides for their added texture, hardiness and timeless vintage feel. Alyson went the retro route with a playful and warm palette of pink, yellow and white dried florals. I also LOVE that she chose to adorn her bridal party with bridesmaid corsages rather than bouquets. Every floral detail captured Alyson’s distinct vision and the couple’s playful personalities.

Swoon-worthy dried wedding flower bouquet in warm yellows, neutrals and soft pinks.
More shots of the dried wedding flowers filled with all the vintage vibes.
The reception hall accented with warm neutrals and accented with springs of dried flowers and pampass grass in vintage-inspired vases.

Joyful & Fresh Pops of Color

If you were unsure if your flowers can really express your individual style, Ana and Michael were also married at Contigo Ranch. But instead of going nostalgic with dried flowers like Alyson and Jonathan’s wedding (shown above), their wedding day was bursting with fresh flowers in pops of pink, orange and yellow. Ana & Michael’s flower choices boldly celebrated the joy and overflowing love of their wedding day.

The bride's joyful and bright wedding bouquet sitting in a chair with her bridal shoes and veil.
More swoon-worthy wedding flowers arranged around the reception hall, all bursting in orange, pink and yellow hues.
The couple placed more colorful and bright flower arrangements on top of clear stands to give a gorgeous floating effect.
The couple kissing at the wedding ceremony, accented by two large floral arrangements, and the Texas Hill Country landscape in the background.

Celebrate Colorfully

Your wedding day is one of the most joyful moments in life – a celebration completely dedicated to your love. There’s no reason you shouldn’t go as big and bold and BRIGHT as you like. You want to look and feel radiant, and your wedding flowers can, too! These are just a few ways to fill your day with swoon-worthy and colorful wedding flowers.

Willow Sky Styled Shoot

A couple standing in front of a modern iron wedding arch, which asymmetrically frames them with vivid red flowers.
A queer couple surrounded by swoon-worthy wedding flowers in vibrant magentas, reds and oranges.
More florals bursting with color - one bouquet is nothing but shades of vibrant red, and then a wedding boutonnière with bright oranges, reds and matching magentas.
Stunning and swoon-worthy wedding flowers arranged artfully on a reception table and framed by a sweeping gold arch accented with more colorful florals.
A rainbow-themed styled shoot featuring purple, yellow, orange, red and green florals.
More swoon-worthy wedding flowers in eye-catching colors. Some arrangements go bold in all yellow, or all purple, and others are a mix of all colors.

Body Positive Styled Shoot

Moody & Magical Dried Flowers

Looking for a moodier style or planning a wedding in the fall? Dried flowers are a beautiful choice for darker, deeper color palettes. Becca and Ashley had such a unique style, and it was stunning to see their personalities shine through in every detail of their day – and especially with their dried wedding bouquets. Deep reds, plums, beautifully dried roses, preserved eucalyptus – the rich colors and textures captured all the magic of their one-of-a-kind wedding day.

A moody and goth-inspired wedding reception table, featuring black wood, deer skulls and sprigs of eucalyptus.
The bride's dark and moody wedding bouquet of dried roses and an assortment of eucalyptus and rich red flowers.
Breathtaking shots of the rich and deep purples, reds, and neutrals of the wedding bouquet, plus the couple sitting with their bouquets at golden hour.

Modern Florals with Boho Flair

Can’t decide between team dried or fresh flowers? You can do both! I love the way Nicole chose a mix of fresh and dried flowers, accented with lush greenery, to create a modern feel with a boho twist. And when I say weave, Mountain Laurel’s floral arrangements truly felt like they were organically woven into every aspect of the space. From pampas grass and monstera leaves to fresh blooms – every detail was a work of art. I still don’t think I’ve recovered from the ceiling floral arrangements that hung over the dance floor. Wedding flowers do not get more swoon-worthy than this.

See more from Nicole & Alec’s natural and modern wedding.

A stunning floral wedding arch overflowing with a mix of dried and fresh florals, greenery and fronds of sweeping pampas grass.
More swoon-worthy wedding flowers artfully placed at the courtyard ceremony. Lots of large white flowers, fresh greens, dried foliage, and Monstera leaves.
The bridesmaids wore dark green silk gowns, which perfectly accented the greenery and warm neutrals of the wedding bouquets.
The reception was filled with warm woods, soft neutral tablecloths, and vases overflowing with greenery and fresh white flowers. The hanging floral arrangements had boho-inspired woven baskets, pampas and so much more greenery floating from the ceiling.

Romantic & Whimsical Wildflowers

Want to lean into the romance of your love story? For brides going for a more fairytale-esque or woodland boho theme, wildflower-inspired and asymmetrical floral arrangements are an effortless way to add a little whimsy.

This styled shoot was a show in whimsy, with mostly white fresh flowers and soft touches of light purple and pink flowers reminiscent of wildflowers.
The sparkling and embroidered white bridal gown was a magical backdrop to the swoon-worthy wedding flowers in the bouquet.
This styled shoot was a woodland fairytale with beautiful Texas Hill Country vistas and nights under sparkling string lights.

Touches of Terracotta

So many of my brides are drawn to natural colors and boho-inspired textures, creating a down-to-earth and warm atmosphere for their wedding day. Enter the many shades and hues of terracotta. This color shows up in the fluffy fronds of pampas grass, in lush and warm hues on rose petals, and effortlessly compliments natural greens and pops of white. Whether you go the soft and romantic route like Olivia & Reagan or go more boho like Morgan & Ty, terracotta florals are a truly timeless touch for any wedding day.

Olivia & Reagan

A stunning asymmetrical wedding bouquet with warm neutrals and elegant pops of terracotta-colored roses.
The light pinks, fresh whites, and dark greenery made the terracotta colors pop, especially against the rust-colored silk bridesmaid gowns.
The terracotta accents continued into the reception with elegant gold flower stands and pewter and brass-like vases.

Morgan & Ty

This fall wedding incorporated swoon-worthy boho-themed wedding flowers with pops of golden yellows, light pinks, and terracotta.
The wedding bouquet was autumn magic filled with fluffy pampas, golden billy button flowers, sweet pinks and creams, and of course, autumnal pops of terracotta roses.
More details of this boho-inspired fall wedding featuring macrame backdrops, lush velvet chairs, woven rugs and swoon-worthy wedding flower arrangements.

Pretty in Pastels

Pastel color palettes will never go out of style, especially for spring and summer weddings. You can create a beautiful ombre effect by mixing lighter hues with darker shades. These bouquets and floral arrangements always stun, and can be loaded up for serious flower power statements.

An absolutely swoon-worthy wedding flower wonderland in vibrant pastels, this floral arrangement is soft, feminine, and joyful.
Styled shoot with the bride holding shades of orange flowers, beautiful in their asymmetry.

Go For All The Greenery

The star of the show doesn’t necessarily always have to be flowers. Fresh and preserved foliage, as well as lush greenery, are a timeless touch to any arrangement. Bundles of eucalyptus, fresh sprays of leaves, strands of fir, and even certain herbs are popular greenery choices for your wedding day. Take it a step further and make green your statement color, like this gorgeous emerald wedding at Sendera Springs.

Green leaves and foliage sweet over fireplace mantels and running down the center of reception tables, beautifully accented with fresh white flowers.
A wooden triangle wedding arch is accented by long fluffy pampas sprigs, lush greenery and elegant white flowers.
With pops of rich emerald green, this elegant white wedding focused on fresh white florals and strands of eucalyptus and wild sprigs of greenery.

If you’re wondering how to choose flowers for your wedding day, it’s all a matter of your own unique style and how you want to celebrate. Once you have a theme that expresses your personality as a couple, or a particular feeling you want the day to embody, flowers really are the perfect way to help set the scene. I hope you’ve found some helpful ideas on how to make your wedding day stand out with some seriously swoon-worthy flowers.

Still not sure? I’d love to learn more about your love story. Send me an email and let’s chat!

Local to the Texas Hill Country, I’m currently booking wedding photography at any destination in the San Antonio, Austin, and Fredericksburg area.

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