The bouquet is an integral part of the bride’s image. It is an indicator of her taste, and also serves as a stylish accessory that can add shades of tenderness and romance to an outfit. A bouquet created from exotic flowers can act as a bright accent to an image, attracting admiring glances. A current and creative solution for a celebration is a cascading bouquet. It can be contrasting or delicate, have clearly defined contours or look airy. This type of bouquet will help realize the most unusual fantasies of any woman.
Features of a cascading bouquet
Cascading bouquets are very popular among fashionable florists and brides. They stand out among other types by their external splendor, sophistication and solemnity. In addition, the cascade - the form in which bouquets of this type are made - fits perfectly with almost any model of wedding dress. However, when choosing a cascading bouquet, you need to take into account all the subtleties: its price, wedding style, as well as the possibility of creating a harmonious combination with the image of the bride.
A cascading bouquet is a composition of flowers, the shape of which is a combination of a circle and a triangle. It can be created strictly according to proportions, while the bouquet will have a classic solemn look, or it can look more airy, introducing a feeling of slight negligence. The most romantic and tender bouquets will be those in pastel colors. .
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A bridal bouquet should look natural (or consist of fresh flowers), and it must be light, comfortable and durable. A girl should feel comfortable with this accessory.
The arrangement of flowers in a cascading bouquet can be very diverse: lines, chaotic or combined into groups. The appropriate option is selected in accordance with the preferences of the bride or the advice of an experienced florist who will help create a composition that will suit the festive look.
What flowers are used?
Bridal bouquet photo cascade.
Florists try to diversify the shape of the cascade as much as possible. Many different plants are used for this. But there are still those that are considered ideal for creating a cascading composition.
They hold their shape well and fit harmoniously into the overall picture:
- lilies - have a voluminous inflorescence, which allows them to be used only in small quantities. The flower itself is distinguished by the special pride and royalty that emanates from it;
- Roses are a classic and traditional flower plant that can be used in any bouquet. Traditionally, roses are needed for the top part, from which they form a kind of circle;
- orchids are an exotic plant with delicate inflorescences. Their distinctive feature is their original color. As a rule, it consists of several tones. For example, there is a colorful and rich yellow color inside, and a muted, calm shade on the sides;
- tulips are a spring flower that is associated with the arrival of warmth and sun. The plant is characterized by the fact that it has several subspecies and varieties.
- peonies;
- sunflowers;
- daisies;
- eustoma;
- callas;
- freesia.
The flower arrangement itself can also include wild plants, which will give the image a special color of simplicity and beauty.
Who would like a cascading bouquet?
When choosing a wedding bouquet, you should pay attention to several factors.
- Bride's height. This type of accessory is perfect for tall brides with a slender figure. At the same time, short girls who choose a cascading bouquet will visually reduce their height. Therefore, it is better for short brides to refrain from purchasing such an accessory. But if your soul is drawn to it, then you should pay attention to options that are not too long.
- Combination of an accessory with a dress. A cascading bouquet does not suit short wedding dresses, but long dresses look great with it. The most successful combinations with this accessory are white A-line and straight-cut models, as well as options with a train, with a fluffy skirt and dresses in the Greek style.
- Girls who have chosen the “Princess” look are recommended to pay attention to cascading bouquets without decorative elements. And discreet and elegant dresses will go perfectly with a richly decorated accessory.
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Image of a girl
A teardrop-shaped floral arrangement will harmoniously combine with a long floor-length dress with or without a train. The image with a Greek-type outfit and flowing flowers looks original. You can choose a suitable option for a lace fitted dress, a loose fit or an A-line silhouette.
Attention! Girls who choose a short model for their wedding should choose a different bouquet, as a cascading one will look ridiculous.
Since such a composition places a bright emphasis, the bride’s image should not contain a copious amount of jewelry or attention-grabbing details. It is better not to use a veil; it can be replaced with a tiara, hairpin, wreath or a separate flower woven into the hair. The hairstyle itself can be in the form of loose curls or a simple elegant styling.
Makeup should be chosen in a nude style using shades close to natural. You can make a slight accent on the eyelids in the form of arrows and add a little blush if the skin on your face is pale. The manicure is chosen to be natural – a plain finish or a classic French manicure without flashy accents. A cascading bridal bouquet, as in the photo, is ideal for a dreamy and romantic nature.
How to hold a bouquet correctly
A cascading bouquet looks great when held with both hands at or just below your waist. Wearing it this way will draw the attention of those present to the flowers, and will also emphasize the elegance of the image. You can hold the bouquet with one hand. But such an accessory may be too heavy, so the first method is still preferable.
Additional Tips
If a girl decides to make a cascading bridal bouquet on her own, the master class presented above will help her with this. It is worth taking care in advance about choosing suitable flowers and ordering them if you want to receive fresh plants on time. For the use of such a composition to have an effect, it must be held correctly during the celebration.
The composition in the hands of the bride attracts attention, since usually more compact options are chosen for weddings. The teardrop bouquet can be of different lengths, in some cases it reaches the floor, so it must be handled with care. If a girl has a good figure, such a bouquet will be a great way to highlight her.
Bouquet of roses
A wedding bouquet of roses is an accessory that has become a classic. These flowers, long considered a symbol of tenderness and elegance, combine perfectly with other plants, allowing you to create unique compositions with them. The photos below demonstrate various options for bright and delicate bouquets of roses.
Master class on making
The advantage of a kanzashi bouquet is its originality, because you can choose any color, any flower, that is, any shape, any decorations. It all depends on the theme of the wedding, on the individual wishes and imagination of the bride.
Plus, it's a budget option
This is important because wedding floristry is becoming a significant expense item. And the main thing is that the bride can make a kanzashi bouquet on her own, making her most secret desires and dreams into it
This attribute will definitely bring good luck and will look impressive in wedding photographs.
So what do we need:
- Satin ribbons for flowers and leaves, ribbon for the handle (note that one flower requires 40 cm of ribbon 2.5 cm wide and 7 cm long);
- Glue;
- Roll/roller (you can use a roll of parchment paper or kitchen napkins);
- Styrofoam ball;
- Wire;
- Openwork ribbons or lace;
- Decorative jewelry (beads, decorative flowers, rhinestones, etc.).
First we need to make each individual rose. We take the tape, bend the edge and stitch it, then pull the thread in so that a petal is formed. One flower requires 11 petals.
When all the petals are ready, you can attach them to the wire. For a rose you need to take 5 cm of wire, the diameter of which is 6 mm. We bend one edge of the wire into a loop, grease the edge of the petal with glue and wrap it around.
A rosebud is formed by 3 petals, then there is the first row of open petals - 3 pieces, the second, also known as the final row - 5 petals, the last petal must be glued under the first. This is how we make the number of colors you need. To calculate correctly, consider the size of the ball. By the way, girls with appetizing shapes are recommended to choose a medium-sized wedding bouquet. For tall young ladies, you can choose a drop bouquet, and for short ones, a neat one, emphasizing the diminutive nature of your constitution, will suit you.
Next, you can make decorated green leaves, for this we need green satin 5x5 cm. Fold it in half, burn the edge over the candle, and then process each corner, glue it under the rose bud.
Let's move on to forming the actual base: cut the ball in half, only one half will be needed for the bouquet. In this half we cut out a place for the roll and 4 through holes. In the meantime, we make the same holes for the wire in the roll. We place the roll on glue and wire, the ends of which are placed on the ball.
Now the form for the bride’s flower arrangement is ready, you can move on to real creativity and decoration. The roll must be hidden behind a neat green tape. First, we cut out a rectangle from the tape, which we will use to cover the bottom edge, and then we wind the tape over the handle.
All the roses we made need to be strung onto a ball. Here, leave room for your imagination; only you decide what colors will be in your bouquet, what combinations will appear. Perhaps it will be a classic monochromatic option, or maybe something bright and catchy.
So, having decorated the ball with roses, we attach green leaves along the bottom edge. To make the bottom of the bouquet look interesting, take an openwork ribbon or lace and glue the leaves to the bottom. From satin ribbons we make two tiers of loops that will decorate the bottom.
Now all that's left to do is decorate the flower ball with beads, rhinestones or stones. There is already room for your imagination; choose what will look appropriate at the wedding celebration and what appeals to you.
The Kanzashi bride's bouquet will surprise guests and become a subject of admiration and interest at your celebration. In addition, the kanzashi technique can be used to make other decorations for the holiday: boutonnieres for the groom and witnesses, floral decoration of tables or a wedding arch-wall. Such a wedding will differ from others in its originality and individuality, and the memories will warm for many years to come.
Detailed instructions for making a wedding bouquet using the kanzashi technique can be obtained by watching the video.
Compositions of lilies, orchids, peonies
Lilies and orchids are the favorite flowers of many girls. They are very often used when creating cascading bouquets. With the help of lilies and orchids you can make a successful classic composition or a composition combining several types of flowers.
This bouquet will look great in wedding photos and videos.
Cascading compositions with peonies will add tenderness and naturalness to the bride's image. Bouquets with these flowers look airy. Peonies combine harmoniously with other flowers, all kinds of branches, herbs and leaves.
Compatibility with style
A teardrop-shaped composition is suitable for a classic wedding if the bride decided to create a feminine and elegant image. Such an accessory will look harmonious both in an expensive restaurant and outdoors in the summer, you just need to choose the right flowers and decorations.
The delicate and romantic appearance of the flowing composition allows it to be used for those wedding styles that provide for natural beauty and closeness to nature. These are rustic, Provence, shabby chic and boho styles. Also, the chosen option is well suited for a vintage celebration.
In any case, if you use cascading wedding bouquets, the photos of the newlyweds will turn out tender and romantic. Such bouquets will not go well with a wedding in a retro, dude, mafia or steampunk style. They will also look ridiculous at a maritime, pirate, oriental or Slavic celebration. At the same time, such an accessory would be suitable for a European or Spanish festival.
A-line dress
The clean lines and classic silhouette of such a wedding dress will be relevant at all times. For all its femininity and tenderness, the A-shape looks quite simple. An asymmetrical, complex or very large bouquet will simply outshine your wedding dress.
Florists advise choosing a medium-sized round bouquet for an A-line silhouette, preferably from flowers of the same type, slightly diluted with greenery or without it at all. A flower arrangement in the shape of a ball is also a wedding classic. The bouquet will gently emphasize the harmonious image of the bride and will not distract everyone’s attention from her dress, elegant in its simplicity.
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Classification by event
There are quite a lot of events in life, but there are several special ones, which are often decorated with floral bouquet arrangements.
Bridal bouquet
Making wedding bouquets is one of the most interesting creative processes for florists, because a wedding is an incredibly impressive event, in the center of which one important person shines - the bride.
And the wedding day is special when any bride wants to look perfect. And a beautiful bouquet in gentle hands will help to emphasize this ideality.
But it is worth remembering that assembling a wedding bouquet depends on the following factors:
- Wedding Event Colors;
- External type of the bride;
- The bride's favorite flowers;
- The shape of the bouquet is selected based on the style of the wedding dress;
- Harmony of the bride's image as a whole.
If the bouquet is poorly chosen and does not take into account these important factors, then the bride’s mood may deteriorate, and the entire event may not be successful.
To create wedding bouquets, florists take a variety of flowers, including hydrangeas, orchids, chrysanthemums, and exotic options. But the most popular among all is undoubtedly the rose.
More than a million times this flower with a wonderful name has been added to the composition. The rose looks great both in a mono- and multi-bouquet. Therefore, choosing a rose as the basis of a wedding bouquet, a florist will never go wrong.
New Year's bouquet
New Year is a bright holiday associated with a snowy winter, a magical mood and gifts under the tree. And New Year's compositions fully convey the spirit of this holiday.
Florists create New Year's bouquets not only for gifting, but also as elements for decorating the interiors of apartments, houses and offices.
When composing these winter bouquets, coniferous branches, both natural and artificial, are used as the main materials. They are decorated with candles, pine cones, Christmas tree decorations and balls, sweets and lollipops, ribbons and tinsel.
The compositions also contain some flowers and fruits. Among the flowers, preference is traditionally given to amaryllis, carnations, gerberas, red roses and the Christmas flower - poinsettia. From fruits - citrus fruits, mainly oranges and tangerines.
Massive New Year's compositions are collected in large baskets and complemented along with festive elements with candy boxes, bottles of alcohol, such as martini or champagne. Interesting floral greenery is also added to such bouquets, among which hypericum is the most popular.
Floristry masters also design other types of New Year's bouquets, the contents of which depend only on personal wishes and preferences.
Anniversary bouquet
An anniversary reflects an important milestone in life and is expressed as a round date in the life of a person or an important event associated with some event. A bouquet for such an event should be original and luxurious, and symbolize a wide range of feelings, including love and respect
A bouquet for such an event should be original and luxurious, and symbolize a wide range of feelings, including love and respect.
If the anniversary is connected with a birthday, then the personal preferences of the birthday boy or girl being presented are taken into account. But in the absence of preferences, women choose flowers in red, white and yellow shades, such as orchids, roses, chrysanthemums and eustomas. For men, blue and blue, red and orange shades are selected.
If the celebration is associated with a significant life date, then the compositions are made in an original form, the most suitable among which would be a bouquet of a heart, a bouquet of a ship, or flowers in a hat box.
Corporate bouquet
Many companies decorate their offices with flower bouquets to create a cozy atmosphere for employees, corporate events, or to prepare meetings with partners.
Floral arrangements in offices can be seen at conferences and seminars, round tables, presentations and negotiations.
For ordinary office events and when communicating with partners, preference is given to bouquets in strict and simple proportions of small volumes. Such bouquets are collected using a floral sponge and placed in small baskets, wooden pedestals or glass containers. The range of such bouquets can be monotonous or with small bright accents.
For festive corporate events, the compositions are colorful and elegant. They are placed in prominent places, decorating tables and important areas. Preference is given to plants with large flowers, such as anthurium, calla lilies, roses and large chrysanthemums.
Another interesting classification would be the grouping of bouquets by country.
