Which bridal bouquet style is right for my dress?

A hand-tied garden bouquet suits most modern silhouettes and reads relaxed yet intentional. A compact posy of 6–8 inches pairs with sleek, minimalist gowns. A cascading bouquet is for formal ball gowns and statement portraits. At Aiwa Flowers we sketch the silhouette against the dress photo before we order stems, so the proportions are right on the day.

How far in advance should I book my wedding flowers?

Six to eight weeks is comfortable. Two weeks is the minimum to source the specific roses, peonies, hydrangeas or trailing greenery a bridal brief usually calls for. Saturday and peak-season weddings book out faster. We lock the design and palette at booking, then refine stem choices the week before based on what looks best at the Dutch auction.

What palettes are working for 2026 brides?

Soft white-and-cream with a single accent tone is the dominant brief. Dusty pink, blush peach, terracotta and butter yellow show up in the more personal weddings. Greenery is trending lighter and wispier — eucalyptus, jasmine vine, soft grasses — instead of the heavier 2022-style trails. We can also build deeper, moodier palettes for evening or autumn weddings on request.

Do you make matching bridesmaid bouquets and boutonnières?

Yes. We design the bridal bouquet first, then build the bridesmaid posies and the groom's boutonnière from the same palette and stems so the wedding party photographs as one set. Bridesmaid posies are typically 30–40% the scale of the bridal piece. Boutonnières are tied with matching ribbon. Pricing scales with stem count, not labour.

Can I preserve my bridal bouquet after the wedding?

Yes, in two ways. We can build the bouquet as preserved infinity roses from the start so it lasts 1–3 years without water — useful for destination brides who travel home. Or we can recommend a partner studio that freeze-dries your fresh bouquet within 48 hours of the wedding into a framed keepsake. Tell us at booking which route you want.