How to use white wedding flowers

When clients first inquire with us about their weddings, we ask if they have a color palette in mind for their wedding. I would guess that about 75% of the time, clients tell us that they’ve chosen a white and green palette, with mainly or all white flowers and added greenery.

For that very reason, today we have a lot of ideas for you on how to make a classic wedding flower color theme look uniquely you still!

What are some examples of white flowers?

There are loads of choices when it comes to white flowers. Here are some of our personal favorites:

• delphiniums

• white orchids

• lilies (though they have a strong aroma that some don’t like)

• white garden roses

• white peonies

• lilies of the valley

• white foxgloves

• gerbera daisies

• stephanotis

• the list of white fresh cut flowers goes on!

With so many options on which flowers to use, your florist is able to really take your personal style and the overall aesthetic of your wedding day into account. You can go with an all white roses look for that super elegant and sleek vibe, or you could use a variety of eye catching white flowers in different shapes to give a garden style feel to your floral designs.

You can also utilize preserved or bleached florals and grasses to incorporate that neutral color palette, white adding a different kind of textural interest to the overall look of your day. Large fronds of pampas grass, bleached ferns or monstera leaves, all of these are excellent ways to add a bit of boho interest to your white florals.

Neutral color palette ideas for weddings

That white bridal bouquet look doesn’t have to mean that you use all snow white toned florals in your arrangements. There are stunning neutral palettes that bring in dusty rose and blush tones as well as light taupes and creams. Palettes such as this add interest without bringing in bright colors.

Here are some stunning examples of neutral color palettes that would look amazing for your wedding flowers.

A white and green, soft, cool color combo.

Warm neutral tones from granite to sandy.

Cozy, winter neutral white and green palette.

Neutral, yet Mediterranean inspired wedding palette

Seasonal flower tips

Using white flowers at weddings doesn’t have to limited to a certain season. A fall wedding can be just as stunning with a neutral palette as a spring or summer one. Winter events can easily incorporate a more snowy white palette, creating stunning seasonal florals.

As I mentioned earlier, using preserved and dried flowers is also a great idea on how to create a more boho/relaxed vibe for your wedding no matter which season it is. Many stunning grasses are available in light tones and add texture and interest to the overall style of your wedding.

64 Romantic White Wedding Bouquet Ideas

We all love getting visual inspiration from Martha Stewart Weddings! They have an article about 64 White Wedding Bouquets. Check out all their amazing ideas for white wedding bouquets. We’ve added some of our favorites here as well.

Neutral Wedding Trends

Just wanted to add in a few inspiration pics for you here of some of our favorite, white wedding flower trends.

Check out this elevated centerpiece that I found over on Pinterest. Such a great way to incorporate a white color combo with modern wedding style trends.

I hope that this article has given you some insight and inspiration for your planning process! Get in touch with us and we’ll help you find your perfect wedding palette.

xx

Meg