When it comes to planning your wedding, choosing your flowers is one of the most exciting parts—it’s where your vision really comes to life! From romantic peonies to timeless roses, the right blooms can enhance your venue, reflect your personal style, and even tell a story through symbolism. Element Preservation is always looking for ways to help our clients choose the perfect bouquet for them, especially because we hope you will look at them for a lifetime. 

Whether you’re working with a florist or curating your own floral vision, here’s how to confidently choose the flowers that will make your big day feel like you.

1. Start with Your Wedding Aesthetic

Before choosing specific blooms, think about the overall vibe of your wedding. Are you leaning toward a simple, minimal celebration? A garden-inspired outdoor soirée? A cozy rustic barn wedding? Something modern and romantic? 

Your floral choices should complement your color palette and design details. Soft, pastel florals like ranunculus and garden roses feel romantic, while bright wildflowers bring a playful and organic energy.

2. Consider Seasonality

Certain flowers are only available during specific times of year, which can affect both availability and pricing. Here are a few seasonal ideas:

• Spring: Tulips, daffodils, lilacs, sweet peas
  
  

• Summer: Peonies, hydrangeas, sunflowers, delphinium
  
  

• Fall: Dahlias, chrysanthemums, marigolds
  
  

• Winter: Amaryllis, anemones, roses, evergreen accents
  
  

Ask your florist which seasonal blooms will be freshest and most affordable for your wedding date. We also have quite a few blog posts on the topic, laying out flowers for each season- Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter are all linked here. Be sure to check them out to know which flowers to choose, as well as some tips for their preservation! 

3. Think About Symbolism

Many flowers have rich meanings behind them. Choosing blooms with symbolic value can add an extra layer of intention to your wedding. A few favorites:

• Roses: Love, passion, and romance
  
  
• Peonies: Prosperity and a happy marriage
  
  
• Lavender: Calm, grace, and devotion
  
  
• Baby’s Breath: Everlasting love
  
  
• Calla Lilies: Purity and elegance

(💡 Pro tip: We wrote a whole blog post on flower symbolism—check it out for more inspiration!)

4. Prioritize Sentimental Blooms

If you have a flower that reminds you of a loved one or a special memory, consider including it in your bouquet. Whether it’s your grandmother’s favorite bloom or the flower from your first date, incorporating it makes your arrangement deeply personal. When it comes to frame and functional resin preservation, keeping these most important and meaningful florals means having a keepsake that can be passed down along with the stories of where the flowers came from. 

5. Keep Preservation in Mind

If you're planning to preserve your bouquet after your wedding, some flowers press or cure better than others. While we can work with a wide variety, certain blooms like roses, orchids, and delphinium preserve especially beautifully. Want to know more about how your blooms will look within your piece? Check out our fresh to pressed guides!

Let your florist (and us!) know in advance if you’d like to preserve your bouquet so we can guide you in the right direction. And, don’t forget, we offer complimentary consultations to all of our clients. 

6. Don’t Forget the Greenery!

Floral arrangements aren’t just about petals—greenery like eucalyptus, ferns, and olive branches can add texture, movement, and elegance to your design.

7. Trust Your Gut—and Your Florist

At the end of the day, your wedding flowers should make you feel something. Trust your instincts, be open to guidance from your florist, and focus on what brings you joy.

Want to Remember Your Flowers For Life?

After all the planning and love that goes into your wedding flowers, don’t let them fade away. We offer custom pressed flower preservation in luxurious frames and resin pieces—so you can keep the beauty of your bouquet forever.

💐 Ready to preserve your blooms? Start your preservation order today →