Wedding Flowers Objectives: At the completion of this unit, you will be able to: Explain the significance of weddings to the floral industry Compare and contrast formal & informal weddings and the typical events associated with each Describe common floral arrangements used in weddings List common flower varieties used in wedding arrangements Identify how color is used in wedding arrangements Create a wedding flower portfolio Itemize a floral budget for a wedding
Average Cost of a Wedding in the U.S. A. Explain the significance of weddings to the floral industry $20,000 - $25,000 Average Cost of a Wedding in Utah $10,000 - $15,000
Average Cost of Wedding Flowers Nation wide Utah A. Explain the significance of weddings to the floral industry $1,000-1,500 $500-$1,000 ** Percentages vary by floral shop
2 Types of weddings: • Formal • Fancy • Often held in religious buildings like: churches, cathedrals, temples, etc. • Informal • Less fancy • Often held outdoors • **Determined by culture & personal preference B. Compare and contrast formal & informal weddings
B. Compare and contrast formal & informal weddings • Most weddings are: • 1-Formal • 2-Informal • 3-Semi Formal (Mixture of both) • Common Events: • 1-Ceremony • 2-Meal • -Luncheon after the ceremony or a rehearsal the night before. • 3-Reception or Open House
1- Bride’s Bouquet C. Describe common floral arrangements used in weddings Colonial bouquet — a round bouquet based on the English nosegay. Created on oasis bouquet holder. No visible stems
1- Bride’s Bouquet C. Describe common floral arrangements used in weddings • Arm bouquet- • Flowers tied together and cradled in the arm.
1- Bride’s Bouquet C. Describe common floral arrangements used in weddings • Hand-tied bouquet — • Natural-looking gathering of flowers and foliage with the stems tied together.
1- Bride’s Bouquet C. Describe common floral arrangements used in weddings • Cascade bouquet – • Round central area with trailing line of flowers and foliage
2- Bridesmaid’s Bouquets • Smaller version of Bride’s bouquet • Usually for Bridesmaid’s and Maid of Honor C. Describe common floral arrangements used in weddings
3- Boutonnieres • For the men • For groom, father of groom, ushers, best man, groomsmen, grandfathers C. Describe common floral arrangements used in weddings
4- Corsages • Could be pin on corsage or wristlet • For mothers, grandmother’s sisters, or other special women C. Describe common floral arrangements used in weddings
5- Wedding Cake • Cake is usually adorned with flowers C. Describe common floral arrangements used in weddings
6- Table Centerpieces • Tables at reception and dinner need a center piece C. Describe common floral arrangements used in weddings Flower arrangements, petals, candles, etc
7- Entry Arch • Reception and/or ceremony usually has an arch & decorated background where the bride and groom stand C. Describe common floral arrangements used in weddings
Top 10 Flowers for Weddings • Roses • Lilies • Calla Lilies • Orchids • Gerbera Daisies • Hydrangea • Tulip • Stephanotis • Sweet Pea • Peony D. List common flower varieties used in wedding arrangements
Weddings have a color scheme • Flower colors follow the color scheme • Bridesmaids, groomsmen, and family usually wear these colors • Colors usually reflect the season and/or preference of the bride & groom E. Identify how color is used in wedding arrangements
Weddings have a color scheme E. Identify how color is used in wedding arrangements Pink & Black Blue & Yellow …And More… Brown & Pink Red
Steps to plan flowers for a wedding… Wedding Consultation F. Create a wedding flower portfolio • Florist meets with Bride, Groom, & Friends/Family • Florist should have a portfolio with ideas • Collect information: • Date • Time • Colors • Type of wedding • Budget
Steps to plan flowers for a wedding… Wedding Portfolio F. Create a wedding flower portfolio • Assignment: • Create a wedding portfolio • -Should include wedding details, floral needs, and budget • -Follow the example carefully!
G. Itemize a floral budget for a wedding When ordering wholesale flowers… Flowers are sold in “bunches” or by the stem Prepare order ahead of time to ensure availability Check seasonal availability
