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By Tonneli Grüetter
F
rom the fantastical to the practical, botanical couture is back. In the
world of weddings, using fl owers to create unforgettable moments has
become an increasing priority for nuptial couples. From photo walls
fashioned of permanent botanicals to fresh-fl ower-crested chuppahs and
sweetheart tables bursting with blooms, couples are looking to fl orists to
create moments that mirror the impact of their love. For these fl oral maximalist
clients and the fl oral designers who bring their dreams to reality, no statement
can supersede the awe-striking reaction garnered by bridal botanical couture.
Incorporating fresh, dried or permanent wearable fl owers into engagement parties,
showers, photoshoots and wedding-day attire gives couples an opportunity to
infuse their special days with a most memorable sense of elegance. In the
following list of fi ve of the hottest botanical couture and wearable fl owers
styles for weddings, we highlight botanical couture artists who are making
the trending designs come to life, as well as some exciting ways in which you,
too, can test the limits of design through wedding wearables.
Botanical Couture:
Bridal
1. Flower Crowns
After rocketing to popularity in the aughts, fl ower crowns have
become a staple of bridal styling for brides and bridesmaids
alike. ese wearables can be made with fresh, dried and/or
permanent fl owers. Current fl ower crown trends can range
from delicate minimalism to bold extravagance, depending
on the desires of each client. Crowns can also be adapted to
hat bands, for a more rugged or rocker style.
e fi ve hottest trends in wearable
fl owers and interviews with two
fl oral designers who created names
for themselves and successful
businesses in this arena.
Floral design by
Tiffany Weinbender
