Which Bouquet Style is Right For You?

A talented florist will guide you to the perfect flower choices for your budget, season and style. But when it comes to selecting bouquet size and structure, there are options to consider!

FEATURE PHOTO by Kim Hymes Photography | FLORALS by Marigold + Moss

CASCADE

As the name suggests, a cascade bouquet resembles a dripping waterfall, typically with a focus on florals in the center and tapering into greenery and foliage around the edges. Elongated and dramatic, this type of bouquet creates a drape down the front of the arrangement, often covering the holder’s hands.

PICTURED: Florals by Laurens Floral Art
Photography by Grapefruit Photo 

PAGEANT

Also known as the presentation bouquet or arm sheath, the pageant bouquet is designed to be carried in the crook of the arm. This unique bouquet cascades gracefully while showcasing a lush composition and creating a vintage and effortless look.

PICTURED: Florals by Arrangements by Rachel
Photography by Kim Hymes Photography

HAND-TIED

The hand-tied bouquet thrives on fluidity. Its boho feel includes a combination of loose stems and greenery working in harmony. As the name suggests, these bouquets are hand-tied at the stems with ribbon, twine or another fabric and do not rely on floral wire or foam to hold anything in place.

PICTURED: Florals by 89th & Autumn
Photography by Rachel Pourchier Photography

POSY

The posy bouquet is a classic and timeless choice. Ever popular, this bouquet is small enough to be held with one hand and often incorporates more florals than filler foliage. The size also makes it great for wedding attendants, flower girls or petite marriers.

PICTURED: Florals by Agathi & Co
Photography by Brandi Toole Photography

FREE-FORM

The free-form bouquet style is a flowing and unstructured arrangement of flowers, often characterized by its loose and organic appearance. These bouquets are typically asymmetrical and involve a variety of colors and textures, adding volume and a sense of movement. Free-form arrangements have a similar aesthetic to hand-tied bouquets, but are a bit more sprawling and whimsical.

PICTURED: Florals by I Do Wedding Flowers
Photography by Brandi Toole Photography

BASKET

A basket bouquet is a trendy alternative to traditional wedding bouquets, ideal for garden or bohemian weddings. It involves arranging the flowers and greenery within a handheld basket, creating a beautiful and unique floral display. The basket itself is typically made of wicker, but a mini handbag can be used for a fashionable touch. A flower basket adds a hand-picked and artistic touch to wedding floral arrangements, providing a fresh alternative to traditional bouquet styles. Plus, the basket can be cherished for years to come as an heirloom!

PICTURED: Florals by Marigold + Moss
Photography by Kim Hymes Photography

ROUND

Round bouquets are spherical arrangements made up of an abundance of one color or type of flower. Even if using more than one type of flower, this style of bouquet still maintains flowers with similar texture or monochromatic color palette. These bouquets are tightly structured and honor the natural splendor of circular-shaped flowers.

PICTURED: Florals by Agathi & Co
Photography by Brandi Toole Photography

NOSEGAY

The nosegay is a traditional and popular bouquet option, consisting of a tightly packed bunch of flowers all cut to a uniform length and tied off with an accent wrap. The result is a chic, small and not overwhelming bouquet for a bride or groom to hold. Typically, this bouquet style focuses on one flower or color, with just a few more blooms acting as complements.

PICTURED: Florals by Unique Floral Expressions
Photography by Grapefruit Photo