More and more brides are trying to move away from classic wedding interpretations in order to express the features of their personality through accessories. A bouquet of bright, delicate and exquisite irises is what you need for this purpose. A huge number of shades, low cost and excellent compatibility with other plants make this flower an indispensable find for wedding floristry. Elegance and severity or romance and trepidation - irises will allow you to express both, the main thing is to correctly decide on the final composition.
Iris flower - meaning, symbol
Iris petals have a bizarre, unusual shape and resemble strange butterflies fluttering in flight. This is especially noticeable when a light breeze blows and the flowers sway. The iris is so loved that it is not only worshiped as a beautiful flower, but dances are also dedicated to it. This is what the iris looks like when dancing.
VIDEO: Dance “Iris”
In Japan, irises represent the fortitude and courage of warriors. Probably because the leaves of these flowers resemble Japanese swords. The flower itself, with its unusual shape and color scheme, echoes the universe, which is boundless in its uniqueness.
- Blue and light blue irises , reminiscent of the color of the sky, represent calm and are believed to improve well-being and relieve stress.
Blue irises
- Pink-purple irises embody the dream of heavenly life on Earth. Contemplating these flowers, a person is immersed in a world of dreams and fantasies.
Pink irises
- White irises symbolize purity and perfection. Such irises can be used in bouquets for special occasions.
White irises
- Red-yellow irises resemble the color of the sun at its zenith and sunset. Such flowers lift your spirits and charge you with energy.
Red-yellow irises
Symbolism and meaning
During the times of ancient Babylon, delicate irises meant royal power, courage and courage of the military aristocracy.
In modern floristry, the interpretation has changed. Now a bouquet of irises in the hands of the bride symbolizes fidelity, strong friendship between spouses, endless mutual understanding and readiness to come to each other’s aid whenever the other half needs it.
When deciphering the meaning, the shade of the flower is taken into account:
- white traditionally speaks of purity and innocence, while yellow spots on the petals add joy to the interpretation;
- purple evokes deep, quiet loyalty;
- blue - about nobility;
- red - about passion;
- pink is about tenderness.
Beautiful bouquets of white, blue, red, yellow, purple irises with your own hands: photo
- A bouquet consisting exclusively of irises may look clumsy and not reveal all the beauty of this flower.
Bouquet of blue irises
- But, if you make a bouquet of irises of different colors, it will be bright and take on a new meaning.
Bouquet of irises of different colors
- But if you include irises and less bright small flowers in the bouquet, you will get a very delicate, beautiful bouquet.
Bouquet of irises
- There are also more daring combinations of irises with gerberas and roses. When composing such a bouquet, it is important to capture the harmony and emphasize the beauty of each flower.
Bouquet of irises, gerberas and roses
- And if you add a little beautiful greenery to the irises, the bouquet can sparkle with completely different colors.
Irises combined with beautiful greenery
- A delicate bouquet of white lilies and blue irises can be an original gift for any occasion.
Bouquet of lilies and irises
Types and colors
There are several hundred varieties of irises - with double or smooth petals, plain, spotted, striped. The palette is also extensive, and includes snow-white, pastel and bright shades, all the way to almost black.
Most often, white, purple or blue varieties are used for wedding bouquets , as they ideally match a white dress, complement or become a bright, charming accent.
What flowers go well with irises in a bouquet?
The bouquet, which is shown in the photo below, refutes all stereotypes. It is composed of flowers of different colors and shapes, and yet it is harmonious.
Bouquet of colorful flowers
- Almost all garden and wildflowers can be combined with irises. Perhaps you shouldn’t include them in a bouquet with gladioli.
Bouquet with irises
- If you add greenery to the composition, and arrange irises and other flowers in symmetrical color spots, you will get a variegated bouquet pattern.
Variegated bouquet with irises
- If you match purple irises with flowers that are a shade brighter or dimmer, you will get an unusual purple rainbow.
All shades of purple in a bouquet with irises
Florist recommendations
To make irises please you for as long as possible, follow simple rules:
- Try not to touch the buds during the holiday. Iris petals are fragile and easily crushed;
- Irises love water very much, so place the bouquet in a vase as soon as possible. In this case, you can add an aspirin tablet or sugar to the water;
- If a fresh green stem is not important to you, then tape the stems - wrap the ends in a special cotton wool with a solution, and cover the top tightly with a waterproof film. Next, you can decorate the leg in any convenient way;
- After the celebration, do not place irises together with lilies, orchids or roses , as all these flowers produce poisonous enzymes that shorten the life of irises. Be sure to separate the flowers and arrange them in several vases;
- Cut the stems diagonally with a sharp knife - you need to remove about 5 cm, then it will be more convenient for the flowers to drink moisture.
Important! Cut irises should not be exposed to direct sunlight or drafts.
Bouquet of irises and tulips
- Tulips and irises are one of the first spring flowers. Such bouquets invariably delight the eye with their freshness. They remind you that winter is behind us and a warm spring is ahead.
Spring bouquets of tulips and irises
- Making a bouquet of tulips and irises is not difficult. Simply mix these flowers, arrange them loosely in the bouquet and wrap the bouquet in beautiful packaging.
Bouquet of irises and tulips
Irises with sensual peonies – a fragrant floral cloud
Delicate petals of irises harmonize perfectly with airy peonies. These are undoubtedly one of the most beautiful flowers that can be compared to roses. Luxurious and majestic peonies are a symbol of love and devotion.
Call the Parisian salon - the masters will put together a sensual composition for you that will tell about your sincere feelings better than any words.
Scarlet peonies can be complemented with dark purple irises to create a passionate and bright composition. A pink bouquet of lush petals will look charming in a small basket.
Bouquet of irises and roses
A bouquet of roses is considered a universal gift for all occasions. Romantic meetings, weddings, anniversaries and even sad moments cannot be done without it. If such a bouquet is given to a woman by a man, she can be quite sure that this man is not indifferent to her and may even be in love with her.
Every woman dreams of such a bouquet
A bouquet of irises and roses can be delicate if the roses have a soft shade and dazzlingly catchy if the roses have a rich, bright color.
Delicate bouquet of roses and irises
In a bouquet of roses and irises, irises can play both a major and a secondary role. This way they can emphasize the beauty of roses and, along with these beauties, act as the main characters of the bouquet or be completely invisible. If you want to give a bouquet to a bright woman, choose roses of rich color and irises of the same rich color.
Bright bouquet of roses and iris
What kind of girls is it suitable for?
The flower is almost universal, and therefore will make a magical company for both a very young girl and an elegant adult woman.
The most common blue and purple buds are wonderfully suitable for creative people, those who look at the world around them with interest and notice beauty in everything.
Brighter shades will appeal to bright, bold girls, while snow-white and pastel shades will appeal to romantic dreamers.
Idea! Irises are a great choice for a themed wedding in a rustic, vintage, Provençal style.
The original inflorescences are suitable for a variety of dress styles and hairstyles. Unless lush ball gowns with a corset may require more sophistication from the bouquet - in this case, delicate irises should be supplemented with larger buds of roses, peonies or lilies.
Bouquet of chamomile and irises
Chamomiles and irises look good in a bouquet of wildflowers. It's no secret that many women like just such bouquets.
Bouquet of irises and daisies
They are less pompous than bouquets of garden flowers, reminiscent of walks in the field and forest. And if women value not the external shine, but the meaning and inner subtext of a bouquet, give them daisies with irises.
Bouquet of daisies, sunflowers and irises
Bottom line
Despite all its beauty, the iris is a whimsical and capricious flower. It is worth taking good care of it so that it does not lose its colorful appearance by the middle of the celebration. The bride does not always manage to do this.
In this case, ask one of your friends or a witness to be responsible for the bouquet. For example, you don't always have to carry a flower. Let the girl take it during a walk and at least sprinkle it with water. In a cafe, make sure that the bouquet is in a vase in front of the bride and groom.
Bouquet of irises and gerberas
Gerberas are very bright flowers. They can decorate any bouquet. Against the background of gerberas, the irises are somewhat lost, but overall the bouquet looks very attractive.
Bright bouquet with gerberas and irises
In combination with white gerberas, irises are not lost and the main focus is on them.
Irises in a bouquet with white gerberas
Advantages and disadvantages
Each flower has both its advantages and disadvantages, which should be taken into account when choosing a composition.
Pros of irises:
- presented in a huge palette of shades and shapes;
- goes well with any other plants;
- practically no smell, which is convenient for allergy sufferers;
- relatively budget-friendly;
- look gentle and feminine.
The disadvantages include the fact that irises:
- not very hardy, stems break easily, petals wrinkle and become deformed;
- They do not tolerate drought well, so place the flowers in a vase as soon as possible;
- short-lived: the bouquet will not last longer than three days after the celebration;
- seasonal - from August to February it is extremely difficult to get irises , and they will not be cheap at this time.
Bouquet: chrysanthemums, rose, iris
Roses and chrysanthemums are rarely combined in bouquets due to the fact that both flowers are very bright. If, nevertheless, these flowers are collected in one bouquet, then the chrysanthemums chosen are small and not flashy. In this case, irises play the role of an addition to the main ensemble.
Bouquet of roses, gerberas, chrysanthemums and iris
If the bouquet is composed of chrysanthemums and irises, then it looks more harmonious.
Bouquet of chrysanthemums and irises
How to choose?
The symbolism of irises means that spouses are faithful and sincere with each other. The flower itself is pure and naive, just like the connection between two lovers.
Many will be surprised, but in fact there are more than 800 varieties of irises in the plant world. If you look at summer cottages, you may come across one variety. When you go to a flower shop, you will be surprised to see a completely different variety of flower plants.
All of them belong to the iris genus. Florists are especially fond of the so-called bearded variety. It is best suited for making a bouquet. Its undeniable advantages are the color, size and shape, thanks to which you can easily create beautiful flower arrangements.
In order to decide on a wedding bouquet, it is worth considering what color combination you would like to see. In fact, another advantage of irises is their undeniable beauty and independence. The plants are so bright and colorful that they can easily be used separately.
Peculiarities
This flower became popular in ancient times, and it was grown mainly by aristocrats. The iris looks unusual and fascinating due to the structure of the bud: some petals remain in a closed position, while others bend back, forming a voluminous “bowl”. The color of these flowers is also impressive, which can be either monochromatic or multi-colored. In Russia, the flower has always been called iris, and today’s name was fixed only in the 19th century.
Iris represents reliability, loyalty and sincerity. In Japan, this flower was considered a symbol of warriors due to its sword-shaped leaves. Among the advantages of the plant is the absence of a distinct aroma. This is important for a wedding, since the bride will hold the bouquet in her hands all day, and the strong smell can cause a headache.
A composition of irises is suitable for a girl of any age and with any appearance, since the flower looks elegant and feminine, and the variety of shades allows you to choose the right combination.
Legends about irises
People all over the world have written legends and tales about irises. They were paid attention to for a reason. From a distance, the rainbow colors and unusual shape look like lighthouses - wayfinders. The shape of the plant is associated with military themes due to the shape of the leaf. Images of irises are found in the form of hieroglyphs, which indicates a special attitude towards them in ancient times.
In Russia, the name of the flower “Iris” was established only at the end of the 19th century. Until this time, it was more often called iris for the peculiar shape of the interweaving of the lower leaves near the stem, which resembles a braid. And in Ukraine, the commonly used name “pivnik” is still preserved - cockerel.
According to legend, one of the first buds of killer whales bloomed millions of years ago. Animals and birds admired it and learned about the most beautiful flower and element. Water and wind helped spread the plant's seeds throughout the world. This is how people learned about irises.
According to the ancient Greek legend, Prometheus brought fiery flames from Olympus to people, and at that moment a rainbow appeared on earth. It continued to glow even when the sun had already disappeared below the horizon. For people, the rainbow was a symbol of pure hope. Only at dawn, with the appearance of the first rays of the sun, the rainbow disappeared. In its place, unusually beautiful flowers grew - irises. This is what Hippocrates named the plant. The name was chosen in honor of the ancient Greek goddess Iris, who was the messenger of the will of the Olympian gods. Iris is considered the goddess of the rainbow because she descended from Olympus along the seven-color path. Carl Linnaeus, while classifying flower names, gave the plant its name.
Advantages of a floristic duet
Those who are not afraid to be creative and choose roses with irises for a bouquet arrangement for any purpose: gift, wedding, interior, will subsequently appreciate the correctness of this decision.
Here are just some of the advantages of a bright “tandem”:
- Color variety. You can resort to a nuanced range or achieve maximum contrast; there are practically no restrictions. Florists especially often choose classic blue or purple irises, which add a touch of magic to the arrangement.
- There is no mixing of flavors. You can hear mainly the fragrance of rose buds, without additional notes. This is a rare occurrence, since most flowers have their own distinct smell, which, when mixed with others, can cause unpleasant sensations, even headaches.
- Minimal decor required. The rich texture of the bouquet does not require additional decorations - just a few sprigs of greenery, as well as laconic packaging or a modest ribbon.
- Affordability. Both plants, if they do not belong to rare exclusive varieties, will not damage the budget, although the compositions from them will not be inferior in appearance to the most expensive exotics.
- Photogenic. The arrangement looks very beautiful in wedding photographs, bringing the bride’s image to perfection.
If roses are considered an ideal component of floral arrangements, then irises have disadvantages - they are seasonal, they can only be bought in spring or early summer, and they are not durable. But these disadvantages are compensated by the enchanting beauty and sophistication of the garden perennial.
