Orange blooms for a wedding this summer
Anytime you’re planning a wedding, it can feel like one big ball of stress. However, if you’re planning your big day, these are the moments that make it so special. Instead of letting stress take over, take a break, put your feet up and find some flowers online to get that boost of inspiration. A wonderful colour for a summer wedding is , and there are plenty of orange blooms on hand during these warm months. Check out all the orange blossoms available through local and online florists and you will be amazed! No matter which theme you choose, you can definitely use or at least include some orange blossom.
Alstroemeria
Alstroemeria is the prime example of one of the most beautiful orange blooms that you can use almost anywhere. Decorate wedding seating, an arch, your wedding bouquet, reception bouquets, or place one in your hair for a pop of colour. The contrast between the orange outer part of the petals and the decorated inner parts adds a wonderful touch to any floral arrangement. Similar in colour and pattern is the Asiatic lily. With their outward facing and slightly curved petals, these too are very warm and welcoming flowers and can be used in much the same way as alstroemerias.
Zinnias
Zinnias come in many different shapes and sizes. Luckily, there are several zinnias available in shades of . From a deep, dark to a lighter, almost yellow shade. There are even some with two or more different shades of orange radiating outward. Some of these orange blooms look like daisies, while others have a rounder design, so you really have your pick.
Snapdragons
Looking for a different kind of bouquets and boutonnières? Snapdragons are regal-looking boutonnières and can be included in the bridal bouquet to help the bride and groom’s flowers match. They come in many colours and yes, orange is one of them!
Other popular options
If you’re looking for something a little more conventional, there are always gerberas, chrysanthemums and roses. Remember that you don’t need to choose just one type of flower for your arrangements and they look wonderful when mixing different textures and shades. The important thing is to choose the right type of flowers as focal flowers. Choose the rest of your flowers based on your choice of focal flowers, and feel free to mix up your colours a bit. A wonderful example of a warm mix of colours are gerberas. Include yellows, reds, and orange blooms in the same bouquet to create a variety of colours. Check with several florists first and make sure they have or at least can order the flowers you want. Look online for some ideas, maybe print them out (in colour) and show them to the florist to help them create a bouquet based on your preferences and requests.
These are a few of your best options when it comes to orange blooms for your wedding. They are perfect for a joyful occasion and excellent for the warm summer months. You can stick to a single-colour theme or combine several warm colours if you prefer to mix it up.