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Nosegay bouquet
In general, nosegays follow the same shape as a round bouquet. They are
usually smaller, and sometimes include the addition of ribbon streamers.
They are not as dense as a round bouquet, and may include more greenery. As
a result of their smaller size, nosegay bouquets tend to show more trim from
the bouquet holder as well. These bouquets are a popular choice for the
smaller bridesmaid bouquets or for flower girl bouquets.
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Round bouquet
As the name suggests, this bouquet is circular in shape. It is filled with
mostly florals, but can also contain greenery. This condensed bouquet holds
a large number of flowers in a compact space. In general, the bouquet is
held together in a round bouquet holder. The bouquet holder may or may not
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Hand-tied bouquet
Similar to an arm bouquet, with the main difference being the flowers and
presentation. Sometimes, you will find roses, but you are just as likely to
find other flowers. This bouquet is tied with a ribbon. The ribbon is
occasionally decorated with notions such as pearl accents. It can be loosely
tied or tightly tied, depending on the look you prefer. |
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Arm Bouquet
A bouquet which is designed to be held in the crook of the arm. Consists of
long-stemmed flowers, with long stemmed roses and calla lilies being the
most popular. A loosely tied ribbon or bow is sometimes used to keep the
bouquet together. |
Freeform
bouquet
This bouquet often has no discernible shape. As the name implies, this style
covers a looser bouquet that often has flowers or greenery coming out at
various angles. Spray bouquets are an example of this style, as they
generally "spray" in different directions. |
Cascade
The cascade is the most traditional and formal style of bridal bouquet.
It's a waterfall-like "spill" of blooms and greenery which is anchored in a
hand-held base. As the name implies, it resembles a cascade or waterfall
with the flowers flowing downward. Traditional wedding flowers used in the
cascade bouquet are white and include roses, stephanotis, white or calla
lilies, and mingled with greenery. The bouquet has the appearance of being
loose and free flowing. |
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Biedermeier
A European-influenced bouquet with blossoms of different type and/or
different color placed in a defined circular pattern. A bouquet similar to
the nosegay and named for a German style of interior design. |
Crescent
A dramatic bouquet of arching flowers and foliage that extend from the
center of the bouquet and can be designed to project a traditional or
contemporary look. Flowers can arch from either left to right or right to
left depending on preference. There are two types of crescent bouquets,
symmetrical and asymmetrical. A symmetrical crescent features a balanced
look with arched blossoms and foliage of the same length on both sides. An
asymmetrical crescent features arched blossoms and foliage of different
lengths so that one side of the bouquet is longer than the other.
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Composite
A handmade bouquet in which different petals or buds are wired together on a
single stem, creating the illusion of one giant flower. Examples of
composite flowers are duchess rose and
the galaxy rose.
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