There are so many beautiful flowers that pop up over the summer and lots of wonderful choices to use for summer weddings, and one of our favorites is the zinnia! Zinnias are full of texture and come in lots of warm and fun colors like pink, orange, red, yellow, fuchsia, and even some ombre shades. Take a look at these fantastic arrangements featuring zinnias and prepare to fall in love!


{vibrant farmer’s market flowers via The Bride’s Cafe, photos by Katelyn James Photography}

{red zinnias in a jar by Blush Floral Design, photo by Megan LaBarbera, Creative Image Collections via Style Me Pretty; zinnia bouquet via Handmaker of Things}

{farm-inspired bouquet photo by Amanda K Photography via Heart Love Weddings}

{zinnia bouquet by Eleanor Kahn, photo by Megan Thiele Studios via Style Me Pretty; zinnia centerpiece by Blush Custom Floral, photo by Deyla Huss Photography from Meghan + Tim’s Wedding}

{romantic garden bouquet by Bows & Arrows via Floret Cadet; vibrant fall wedding bouquet via Sweet Pea Floral Design}

{summery bouquet via Springwell Gardens; summer garden centerpiece by Blush Custom Floral, photo by Deyla Huss Photography from Meghan + Tim’s Wedding}

{sherbert inspired centerpiece by Max Gill, photo by Nicole Paulson Photography via Style Me Pretty; all-zinnia bouquet via Martha Stewart Weddings}Via

A few weeks ago, my friend, Juliane, and I went back to the lovely cutting garden to make a pretty bouquet. You can usually find cutting gardens and flower farms in most places and I think it's a great option for brides or anyone throwing a party. Make a field trip out of it by bringing friends and having them help with preparations.

You can find the recipe for this bouquet and more flower arranging tips over at Project Wedding.

I am going to miss this lovely garden in Spreewald! Via

Every year, we look forward to spring and summer for one reason only, the blooms! Since spring and summer only make up half of the year, it is only fitting to do a monthly round-up of 12 Stunning Wedding Bouquets to honor one of our favorite aspects of a wedding, florals. And, since we all know that a woman only becomes a bride after she has the perfect bouquet in her hands, we have gathered this month’s latest & greatest floral obsessions for your viewing and inspiration pleasure. Get ready wedding aficionados, we’re in for a colorful, sweet scented, lush ride into a world of spring blooms and pure joy!Via

 

ABOVE IMAGE CREDITS {Photographer: Mikki Platt Photography // Floral Design: Blossom Sweet // via Ruffle Blog}  ~ BELOW IMAGE CREDITS {Photographer:  Captured Photography by Jenny // Floral Design: Xquisite Events // via: Style Me Pretty}

BELOW IMAGE CREDITS {Photographer:  Dany C Photography // Floral Design: Greyson Design, // via: Wedding Chicks}

  BELOW IMAGE CREDITS {Photography: Elizabeth Messina //  Floral Design: Mindy Rice Floral Design // via: Style Me Pretty}

 BELOW IMAGE CREDITS {Photographer: Carmen Salazar Photography  // Event Designer: Fearon May Events // Floral Designer: Visual Impact Design // See more of this gorgeous wedding}

BELOW IMAGE CREDITS {Photography: Lisa Lefkowitz //  Floral Design:  Cherries // via Style Me Pretty}

 BELOW IMAGE CREDITS {Photography: Alimario Photo //  Floral Design: A Garden Party LLC // via Style Unveiled}

 BELOW IMAGE CREDITS {Photographer:  Darin Fong // Floral Design + via: Aileen Tran}

BELOW IMAGE CREDITS {Photography: Tim Otto //  Floral Design + via Blush Botanicals}

 BELOW IMAGE CREDITS {Photographer: Mikki Platt Photography // Floral Design: Blossom Sweet // via StyRuffle Blog}

 

There is a mind-blowing style coming out to wedding florals “Cascading”. Centerpieces and bouquets are the two major décor elements being infuse by this dramatic looking trend, but you may also find them in wedding cakes and ceremony decor. If you are seeking to create a big impact with your wedding flowers, these jaw-dropping cascading floral ideas are the way to go.

Cascade centerpieces and runners are just pure eye-candy! However, you sure need numerous flowers to produce this effect and that could be a little pricey. So if you are a bride-on-a-budget, my recommendation is to do cascade runnersor centerpieces on a few of the tables or only on the bride and groom’s table. Check out these ideas.

Image credits: Blue table, green table runner, pink table, third row left, third row right. 

After years of being out of fashion, the cascade style wedding bouquet is ready to be revisited with a fresh eye. Here are some ideas on the new ways to design a stylish cascade wedding bouquet.

Photographs' sources: Butterflies bouquet, blue and peach bouquet, orchid bouquet, white orchids and pink flowers bouquet, peacock feathers bouquet, peach vintage bouquet.

I personally found very interesting how mullet wedding dresses, fashion mullet gowns and cascading wedding flowers share this falling dramatic effect. Could they be related in some way? What are your thoughts? Via

Anemones are pure elegance. Perfect for a black and white wedding with their delicate white petals and bold black centers, they also come in a variety of pinks, reds and purples. Anemones are just as classy whether by themselves or with a mixture of other beautiful blooms!Via

{elegant white poppy bouquet by Petal Pushers, photo by Q Weddings from this French-inspired wedding; all white poppy bouquet via Martha Stewart Weddings}

{romantic elegant poppy and dahlia bouquet by Chandra Abel Designs, photo by Christine Chang Photography via Style Me Pretty; pink poppy bouquet via Martha Stewart Weddings}

{rose and poppy bouquet by Honey and Poppies, photo by Love Me Sailor via 100 Layer Cake; sweet pea, anemone, and jasmine bouquet by KLF Floral, photo by Stephanie Williams Photography via Southern Weddings}

{blush and white bouquet by MG Floral, photo by Melissa Schollaert Photography via Southern Weddings; pastel wedding bouquet by Laurens Norton, photo by Paula O’Hara Photography via Southern Weddings}

{succulent and dianthus bouquet by Bows and Arrows, photo by Sarah Kate, Photographer via Style Me Pretty; purple poppy bouquet by The Vines Leaf, photo by Lane Dittoe via Wedding Chicks}

{rich berry bouquet by Floral Sunshine, photo by Sara Gray Photography via Wedding Chicks; blue and white wedding bouquet by Stems Floral Design, photo by Carlea J Photography via Style Me Pretty}

{antique ribbon wedding bouquet by Marlene DiStefano of Island Ambiance, photo by Jessica Antola Photography via Martha Stewart Weddings; ivory wedding bouquet by Steven Moore Designs, photo by Michèle M. Waite via Junebug Weddings}

{coral and white wedding bouquet by Huckleberry Gal, photo by Harrison Studio from this handmade vintage wedding; poppy and anemone bouquet by Flowerwild, photo by Stephanie Williams Photography via Green Wedding Shoes}

{red anemone bouquet by Janie Medley Flora Design, photo by Glass Jar Photography via The Bride’s Cafe; colorful anemone bouquet by Peplum Events & Design, photo by Michelle March via Southern Weddings}

Make your bouquet as memorable as your wedding gown. With a variety of flowers and foliage, these Southern bouquets will help your create the perfect accessory for your wedding day.Via

This bouquet mixes lush elements—peonies, eryngium, garden roses, lacecap hydrangeas, hypericum berries, and blueberries—with pops of color and texture from the blooms of the spiky eryngium.Love It? Get It!
Sidra Forman; 202/234-4598

Light pink astilbe adds soft, fuzzy texture to this bride's arrangement.Love It? Get It!
Branch Design Studio; 843/847-7996

Fresh foliage, which can be gathered from your own yard, adds a loose and casual feel to a bouquet. Plus, greenery (often called "filler") is much less expensive than traditional blooms.Love It? Get It!
LynnVale Studios; 571/238-4230

Try this eco-friendly alternative to pricey fresh blooms: Balsa wood flowers. Made from ecologically sustainable timber, they will never wilt, so your bouquet can be preserved forever. Ask your florist about them, or buy your own at save-on-crafts.com.Love It? Get It!
Pat's Floral Designs; 540/948-5611
from the wedding of Keli and Nick

Add a splash of color with a yellow, orange, and green bouquet.Love It? Get It!
Chase Rivers Flair; 615/791-4212
from the wedding of Anna Kruegger and Joe Thomas

Garden roses in various shades of pink give the bouquet dimension.Love It? Get It!
Julie Brown Interiors; 615/300-5795
from the wedding of Caroline Estiponal and Clark Brewer

White anemones create a sleek, modern look for your bouquet.Love It? Get It!
Petal Pushers; 512/894-0808
from the wedding of Erin Stark and Abraham Kant

The bride chose vibrant orange calla lilies for a stylish bouquet.Love it? Get It!
Kelley's Bloom Room; 904/387-4474
from the wedding of Hillery Cunningham and Ricky Shephard

The bride pinned a Victorian brooch to her yellow, white, and green bouquet as her "something old."Love It? Get It!
Flowers: Dunn & Sonnier Flowers; 504/524-3235
from the wedding of Beth Lundell and Josh Garver

Lush, European-style roses are a bridal bouquet dream. Luckily, they are now available stateside.Love It? Get It!
David Austin Roses; 800/328-8893

The bride chose a jewel-toned bouquet in blue, purple, and magenta with rosemary and hydrangeas.Love It? Get It!
Flowers: Holly Chapple Flowers; 703/777-8227
from the wedding of Alison Noelker and Chris Vinciguerra

Pink peonies added a pop of color to the bride's dress.Love It? Get It!
Flowers Direct
from the wedding of Ayesha Meriweather and Zachary Reynolds

The bride chose flowers in shades of yellow and white to match the color scheme.Love It? Get It!
Dana's Floral Design; 334/361-7778
from the wedding of Hayley Todd and Charlie Sells

A bouquet with a mix of white flowers and simple greenery is elegant yet unfussy.Love It? Get It!
Tara Guérard Soirée; 843/577-5006
from the wedding of Katie Washburn and Duston Mason

A mass of roses in shades of pink creates a sophisticated look.Love It? Get It!
Crist Creona Designs; 859/252-6833
from the wedding of Julie Knorr and Tony Youssefi

For a looser arrangement, try a cascading bouquet in white and purple flowers.Love It? Get It!
Verbena Floral Design; 512/420-0720
from the wedding of Keya Jayaram and Tom Dannenbaum

The classic garden standby, gardenia blossoms—mingled with gardenia foliage, phalaenopsis orchids, and tea plant leaves—make a bouquet that’s as fragrant as it is timeless.Love It? Get It!
Haile Wossen of Anthos; 469-360-3648

Old-fashioned garden roses and scented geraniums are a reliably stunning—and intoxicatingly fragrant—pairing in this bouquet that would be at home in a traditional church wedding.Love It? Get It!
Haile Wossen of Anthos; 469-360-3648

The arching necks of veronica blooms mixed with lady’s-mantle make an unconventional but romantic bouquet, just right for a destination wedding.Love It? Get It!
Haile Wossen of Anthos; 469-360-3648

Purple hydrangeas, viburnum berries, orchids, stock, and irises combine varied textures and rich colors to form a luxurious floral statement.Love It? Get It!
Haile Wossen of Anthos; 469-360-3648

Perfect for a barn wedding, a mass of chamomile and astrantia makes a big impact and is a smart choice for the budget-minded bride.Love It? Get It!
Haile Wossen of Anthos; 469-360-3648

Snapdragons frame a tightly packed bunch of tangerine ranunculus, giving the bridal spotlight to the two impactful flowers, both of which are widely available for the do-it-yourself bride.Love It? Get It!
Haile Wossen of Anthos; 469-360-3648

A mass of pale roses and peonies fill this bridal bouquet perfect for a Charleston afternoon wedding.Love It? Get It!
Flowers: Gathering Events Floral & Design, gatheringevents.com or 843/723-338
from the wedding of Meredith Richter and Dave Powell

Roses, peonies, and viburnum combine for a soft yet colorful bouquet.Love It? Get It!
Lola's Gifts and Flowers, 256/383-2299

White peonies, peach garden roses, succulents, white lisianthus and seeded eucalyptus combined for a bright floral bouquet fit for an elegant backyard wedding.Love It? Get It!
Hedge Fine Blooms

Creamy fragrant roses, mixed with dusty miller and variegated foliage, make a fresh, cool color palette.

A bridal bouquet of softly hued poppies, dahlias, and peonies contributed to the bohemian feel of this Dripping Springs, Texas wedding.Love It? Get It!
Lindy Floral

A bouquet of white peonies, seeded eucalpytus, and dusty miller was wrapped in delicate ribbon with the bride's grandmother's cameo brooch attached.Love It? Get It!
John Gillespie, Gillespie's Flowers & Productions, Inc.

Orange roses and pink hydrangeas add a dramatic pop of color to this bouquet.Love It? Get It!
Eliana Baucicault of ellyB Events

Composed of yellow and white mini calla lillies accented with mint and lily grass, this bright bouquet was perfect for a laid-back garden affair.Love It? Get It!
Beehive Events

An all white mix of hydrangeas, garden roses, and gardenias is perfect for a sleek and elegant wedding.Love It? Get It!
Jack H. Lucky Floral Design Inc.

Perfect for a black-tie affair: garden roses, clematis, scabiosa, gomphrena, and eucalyptus and 'Mona Lavender' plectanthus foliage. are bundled with a deep purple silk moire ribbon.Love It? Get It!
Elizabeth Lewis Floral Design

The bride carried ivory and barely-blush pink roses as a part of the elegant nuptials to her British groom.

Roses, hydrangeas, and dusty miller combine in this muted yet colorful bouquet.Love It? Get It!
Greenworks; 202/265-3335

The bride's bouquet was composed of pink peonies and garden roses, along with orange ranunculus, lavender, and rosemary.Love It? Get It!
Price Smith, 704/553-3022

White peonies, roses, lamb's ears, and seeded eucalyptus combine for a bouquet that's worthy of the American Horticulture Society, which, coincidentally is where this wedding took place.Love It? Get It!
Sidra Forman

David Austin roses, dusty miller, and brunia berries fit into the wooded wonderland themed bouquet.Love It? Get It!
Garden Delight Fine Florist

A striped ribbon bundled soft pink peonies for a tropical yet formal wedding.Love It? Get It!
Harbour Bay Florist

Inspired by the warm days in early autumn, garden roses, chamomile, cranberry virburnum, and wild grasses and oats come together with a vintage mustard-colored, velvet ribbon.Love It? Get It!
Elizabeth Lewis Floral Design

Peonies, garden roses, and gardenias worked into this wedding's theme of sleek and modern.Love It? Get It!
Studio Fiore

This hand-tied bouquet composed of peonies, garden roses, stock, and lamb's ears fit in perfect with the wedding's elegant farm theme.Love It? Get It!
Whimsical Gatherings

The bride wanted her bouquet to look as if it was plucked from nearby fields. Roses, billy balls, and daisies loosely tied together fit the laid-back outdoor setting.Love It? Get It!
Hillary Yeager, Brocade Designs

Inspired by the famed cherry blossoms in Washington D.C., a blush-colored silk dupioni ribbon bundles 'Sarah Bernhardt' peonies, 'Pink Majolika' spray roses, 'The Prince' garden roses, pink astilbe, and flowering pink jasmine vine.Love It? Get It!
Elizabeth Lewis Floral Design

Soft and delicate white and blush-pink peonies look sharp when bundled with a tight white ribbon.Love It? Get It!
Blossoms Events

A simple lavender bouquet is perfect for an elegant affair.Love It? Get It!
K&Co. Designs

Inspired by traditional white bridal gowns, a vintage monogrammed handkerchief bundles ranunculas, clemantis, 'Garden Snow' roses, scented geranium foliage and maidenhair fern.Love It? Get It!
Elizabeth Lewis Floral Design