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A blue bridal bouquet is absolutely the most stunning bouquet a bride can carry. This is partially because it is unusual to see, but also because true blue flowers are difficult to find. However, there is nothing more striking than a collection of deep blue flowers assembled together against a stark white wedding dress. Many brides who opt for a blue bridal bouquet also choose cobalt blue accents for their reception like stemware, plates, and centerpieces, along with white or pale linens. The time of year and creativity of your florist will dictate the kind of blue flowers that you can have at your wedding. Also, when you talk to a florist, it is important that you let them know you want real blue flowers and not a shade of deep purple, which is more readily available.
Depending on the flowers used, a blue bridal bouquet can symbolize almost anything. This includes constancy, the unattainable, the impossible, freedom, strength, new beginnings, protection, clarity, creativity, and mental supremacy. The color blue is symbolic in many religions as well and used in many places of worship for a tranquil and calming effect.
Bluebells are the most common flower for a blue bridal bouquet. They are in the Hyacinth family and most readily available in the spring and the early summer. These lavender-blue flowers are pendulous, bell-shaped, and slightly fragrant. Other blue flowers available in the summer and spring months are delphinium, larkspur, pansies, and ageratum. Asters, hydrangeas, and zinnias are available in the fall. Blue winter flowers include anemones and violas, with irises and cornflowers being available throughout the year. Blue roses are also available, but are really roses that are colored blue by artificial means, so you will have to talk to your florist if you want a blue bridal bouquet of roses.
A blue bridal bouquet can be made up of any seasonal flowers. The type of flowers doesn’t matter so much in a blue bridal bouquet because the effect of the color is so striking. Some brides choose to mix white or yellow flowers in with the blue to soften the effect and make the bouquet cheerier. Purple flowers mixed in will give the blue bridal bouquet more depth and richness. One of the most wonderful things about a blue bridal bouquet is the wedding pictures. Blue flowers in a photograph make quite an impression, especially when they are set against a white backdrop.
A blue bridal bouquet may not be difficult to put together, but finding enough blue flowers for the ceremony and the reception hall may be difficult. This is why it is important to talk to a florist and get information about what kind of blue flowers are available in your area at the time of year when you are getting married. Sometimes, if you can’t get enough blue flowers, you can substitute some deep purple or use silk flowers for some of the arrangements. Also, don’t be alarmed if all of the blue flowers don’t exactly match. Blue flowers come in wide variety of hues that aren’t always predictable. At any rate, if you carry a blue bridal bouquet down the aisle, you will certainly leave a favorable impression on everyone who attends your wedding.
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