It is most frequently composed of a long-stemmed bud, such as the Calla Lily, and is cradled in the bride's arms, rather than carried by the stems. The Presentation bouquet saw a surge in popularity at the turn of the twentieth century. This bouquet became less popular as bridal trends shifted towards simplicity, however it has found a resurgence in recent years. It can, and is often, made up of many types of flowers and is enhanced with Baby's Breath and different types of greenery, such as ivy. It was popularized as the arrangement of choice for the 1980s at the wedding of Lady Diana Spencer and the Prince of Wales at Westminster Abbey. The Cascading bouquet is usually a large arrangement which tapers near the bottom. It can be composed of an expensive flower, such as a rose, or can be a sampling of country flowers. It is also popular for the ease of carrying and passing-off during the ceremony. The Posy bouquet is typically round in shape and is thought of as modern due to the small size and relative simplicity of the arrangement. While the language of flowers can contribute to a message to be conveyed about the couple, the shapes are a personal preference. Brides typically choose the shape of their bouquets according to popular trends at the time of their wedding, however some choose bouquets which evoke another time period. There are many different bridal bouquet styles from which to select. This practice may be related to the Golden Apple of Discord myth. After the wedding the bride will toss it over her shoulder, and it is believed that whoever catches the bouquet is the next in line to be married. Traditionally the bride will hold the bouquet, and the maid of honor will hold it during the ceremony. In China, certain flowers symbolize seasons: white plum blossoms represent winter, peach and cherry blossoms represent spring, lotus represents summer, and chrysanthemums the fall. In Europe, flower arranging as a formal art was first documented among the Dutch, who "in particular, painted wonderful informal arrangements of flowers In the 18th century, arrangements were used to decorate the houses of the wealthy families and the aristocracy."įlower symbolism is common in many cultures, and can be complex. Flowers were a traditional ritual offering among Buddhists, however, and remain so. In ancient China, flower-arranging developed into a highly refined art form, based on the principle that life is sacred, including the life of plants, therefore cut flowers were used sparingly in carefully planned arrangements. Simplicity and linear form are core features of ikebana, which has had a great influence on Western flower arranging since the late 19th century.įlower-arranging as an art form was brought to Japan by Buddhist monks, who learned it while in China. The oldest known book on flower-arranging is Japanese and dates from 1445. In some cultures, ancient practises still survive today, for example in ikebana, the art of flower-arranging that comes from Japan. The sacred lotus was often used, as were herbs, palms, irises, anemones, and narcissus. The oldest evidence of formal arranging of bouquets in vases comes from ancient Egypt, and depictions of flower arrangements date to the Old Kingdom (~2500 BCE). The arrangement of flowers for home or building decor has a long history throughout the world. Symbolism may be attached to the types of flowers used, according to the culture. Bouquets arranged in vases or planters for home decor can be arranged in either traditional or modern styles. They are also used extensively in weddings. Flower bouquets are often given for special occasions such as birthdays or anniversaries.
Handheld bouquets are classified by several different popular shapes and styles, including nosegay, crescent, and cascading bouquets. Flower bouquets can be arranged for the decor of homes or public buildings, or may be handheld. A flower bouquet is a collection of flowers in a creative arrangement.
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