There's a moment at nearly every wedding. When the bride arrives, she gazes around at the preparations made: the arch, the table centrepieces, the tiniest of little details that are placed around corners, and she breaks down and cries before she's even spoken her first wedding vows. That moment? After all, crafty wedding florals do that. They don't just decorate a space. They make it feel like it's yours.

This one's for those of you who are just starting out in your wedding plans and are asking yourself, "How important are flowers anyway?The one for you if you're in the early stages of planning your wedding and you're asking yourself: How important are flowers anyway?

The wedding florals can set the mood for the whole day.

They see the flowers before your guests hear the music, the menu, and before any speeches are made. One of the first things that your wedding does do is create a good first impression in the eyes of your guests, specifically through wedding florals.

The gentle white roses and eucalyptus draping the ceremony arch convey romance and timelessness. A reception table is bordered by strong proteas and local flora, conveying different message it's confident, modern and distinctly Australian. The gardens were set up in the style of a lush garden with peony and ranunculus arrangements which give a sense of abundance and joy. Every flower you select is a design element that contributes to your guests' day.

That is why it's important to work with a florist who truly listens is so important. The ultimate in wedding blooms is not a catalogue item, but something that is a part of you as a couple.

What is considered under a wedding florals? More Than You Might Think

Many couples are preoccupied with the bridal bouquet and forget to include the other components. However, wedding florals really run from morning to night. Here are the elements of a comprehensive floral brief:

The ceremony: This refers to the bridal bouquet, bridesmaids bouquets, groom and groomsmen buttonholes, floral crowns (if you're wearing them), arches, columns and aisle and/or pew decoration.

Obviously the centrepiece of the table in the reception area plays a vital role but perhaps bridal table flowers, cake florals, guest book table flowers, cocktail hour flowers and hanging or suspended flowers will be of interest.

Under the umbrella of wedding florals are little items such as flower girl petals, corsages for parents, floral photo booth backdrops and even pressed flowers on wedding stationery.

While it may sound like a lot it can be your florist will help you prioritize based on your budget and the look you're going for.

Developing a style that is truly authentic to you.

Mistake Number One that most people always get from wedding planners is “don't copy what you see on Pinterest.” It's good advice. Florals that have been cut from a mood board without context can sound like just any other flowers.

Rather, begin with how you would like the day to feel. Romantic and soft? Consider garden roses, blush colors and trailing plants. Clean and contemporary? Architectural flowers such as anthuriums, bird of paradise or sculptor's plants. Warm and earthy? Dried flowers and foliage combined with fresh flowers, terracotta accents, and textural elements. Joyful and maximalist? Go all lush – stacked centrepieces, colourful combinations, flowers encircled all around.

The most notable wedding florals are those from couples who were candid about what they wanted and weren't going for the craze of what they saw trending.

Make a difference with seasonal flowers.

There's one thing you'll want to know early in your planning: Weddings Perfect Flowers with Seasonal Blooms is not only a budget-friendly option for your wedding flowers, but an aesthetic choice as well. When employed at the right time of the year, seasonal blooms are fresh, vibrant, and fragrant. They are gorgeous when photographed, they last longer on a long day, and they can sometimes be luscious that an out-of-season flower can't achieve.

But in Melbourne, there is something special for all types of wedding in each season. Dahlias, chrysanthemums, and rust-coloured foliage are all abundant in rich warm colours in the Autumn season. Spring is the time for all the romance of the roses, the tulips and the sweet peas. For winter weddings, you can definitely go for a dramatic native and jewel tones. Tropical flowers and colorful combinations of flowers and foliage begin with the start of summer.

A smart florist will help you with what will look terrific at your time of the year, not picking flowers that are against the season.

When to Hire a Reputable Florist

A couple's connection with their wedding florist is very significant. You're giving up valuable visual storytelling time to someone else to someone who is more skilled, more tasteful and more effective at understanding what you are saying.

At the time of meeting with a florist, you should be able to judge if they ask questions about you, or if they simply provide you with a standard menu of options. Would they like to learn about your venue? Your colour palette? The feeling you're going for? A florist who listens, will create wedding bouquets that are thoughtful, not generic.

It's a service that has earned the reputation of Flower Shed in Melbourne. They have backgrounds in design, floristry, and events and treat each wedding as they would treat their own.

The Bottom Line

The wedding florals don't just fall into place as an afterthought. They are the essence of your day, its feel, and how it goes on your memory, your spouse's memory, and everyone else's. Treat them with the same intention as you would any other important decision and you'll come up with a fabulous result!

If you are thinking of getting married in Melbourne, check out the wedding floral services for Melbourne at The Flower Shed and contact them to initiate the discussion.