Working as a florist is enjoyable, considering you get to handle delicate flowers and mix them into the most gorgeous floral arrangements. Brides are the most demanding and important clients a florist can have, as they wish to create the most amazing bouquet for their big day, and you can't let them down. When a bride asks for a particular type of bouquet, wood flowers are a great alternative to help you stand out and bring a touch of uniqueness to the ceremony. With a specific texture and an impressive color palette, the so-called sola flowers are becoming increasingly popular among event planners. If you learn how to combine them and even add artificial plant fillers, you can create a gorgeous wood bridal bouquet that will last for years. Here is how to make the ideal wedding bouquet for a once-in-a-lifetime occasion.

Why Choose Wood Flowers and Artificial Plant Fillers?

Natural flowers are gorgeous; they have a nice texture and bring a delicate scent to the room, but they might be hard to work with, especially during summer. The burning sun and the humidity can seriously damage the aspect of floral arrangements. The bridal bouquet suffers the most, as it is carried, waved, and thrown around the entire day. It sometimes needs to be put in water for refreshment, but it rarely makes it to the morning intact. This is why many florists and event planners suggest using artificial plant fillers and wood flowers to create unique and lasting arrangements for the big day. Instead of worrying about each plant's durability, artificial flowers offer more freedom of choice and ease of use. Wood flowers, or sola flowers, are similar to natural flowers in shape and texture. 

Made from a particular material from a plant's root, wood flowers aren't actually made of wood but have a similar texture. They are resilient and aren't affected by heat so that they will last longer than natural flowers. There is no need to put the bouquet in water or worry that it will whither or the petals will fall, as with natural flowers. Also, the faux plant fillers are a great addition that will fill all the empty spaces within the bouquet without you having to worry something will fall off. 

Another great advantage of wood flowers and artificial fillers is that they are durable over time, something that brides appreciate, considering they want to keep the bouquet as a memory for as long as possible. The arrangement can be preserved for many years because the plants never dry. Better yet, talented handmade artists can turn them into decorations that can be kept at home. The flowers can be repurposed and reused to make headpieces, earrings, or corsages so they can be worn on various occasions instead of being thrown away as soon as they whither. 

Pick the Right Flowers

A perfect bouquet starts with the right flowers because, believe it or not, not all types of flowers are compatible. When deciding which ones to choose, it's best to remember some details beforehand to avoid creating a chaotic or over-the-top bouquet. The advantage of working with wood flowers is that you can play with shades and textures to ensure the final result will be appealing and pleasant to the eye.

Although all flowers are beautiful and enchanting, you can't simply mix them randomly. Here is what you should keep in mind when working on a wood bridal bouquet:

Set a Color Scheme

Decide which colors you will use for the wood bridal bouquet to avoid tiresome combinations. Ask the bride which shade she prefers; perhaps she has already chosen a color scheme for the entire event, and you must stick to it. Use complementary colors that create a uniform design without looking out of place. You can joggle with various hues that can be mixed and matched to create an arrangement that will capture the attention in the right way. 

Start with a Central Flower

It's best to pick a focal flower and build the rest of the bouquet around it. This will help with creating a nice shape. Keep the flower upright and add other flowers and fillers around it by easily rotating the stems. As you proceed, you will have a good overview of the bouquet, and it will be easier to observe and decide which flower is appropriate and which ones you should remove. We recommend using a large flower as the central one and continue adding smaller flowers around it, as well as all sorts of fillers.  

Choose Seasonal Flowers

Even though sola flowers aren't real, know that they replicate natural flowers, meaning you can find roses, peonies, chrysanthemums, daisies, and even succulents. Even the artificial fillers come in various styles, just like natural greenery. So, when planning a wedding and designing a bridal floral arrangement, opting for flowers that match the season is best.

Work with Quality Flowers

A long-lasting wood bridal bouquet must be assembled using the highest quality flowers that don't lose their fresh and natural aspect over the years. Even though they are fake, they won't remain beautiful if the material starts to degrade, so make sure you buy quality wood flowers. 

Add Artificial Plant Fillers

No matter how hard you try, some plants are difficult to arrange and won't stay in place, leaving gaps inside the bouquet. The best solution for situations like this is to use artificial plant fillers to help you fill each empty space. You can find fake fillers of all shapes, sizes, and colors, like natural greenery. From thin stems to long and rich ones, you can add faux fillers like fern, thistle, eucalyptus, pampas grass, ruscus bush, or ivy. For accents of color, you can choose from various shades of green or even add a touch of metallic with gold and silver painted fillers. 

Complete with Delicate Touches

To ensure the final result will be elegant and sophisticated, ideal for the big day, you can embellish the bouquet with delicate finishing touches like lace, a satin ribbon, pearls, or even a stylish brooch on the handle. Wrapping the stems in ribbon also helps make the bouquet easier to hold while keeping the flowers close together.