Flowers are the artistic touches that set the tone for the way the story unfolds. Brides who have a long cascade of flowers, like Princess Diana, create an opulent drama for the day. Likewise, brides who choose a simple rosebud bouquet set a tone of elegance by their simplicity. For today's bride, that story seems to be set in the past as many seek a simple, more classic look not just for their gowns, but for the flowers that will accent them.
Experts say most brides today want a nosegay bouquet, often with a mixture of colors.
Some brides have firmly planted ideas about which flowers to use. But for those willing to experiment, florists can create a colorful mix using flowers like calla lilies, gerbera daisies, spray roses, cymbidium orchids, stargazer lilies and cattleya orchids. Still others prefer the rose.