Frequently Asked Questions

Wedding Etiquette

Etiquette #1

Who gets what:

  • For the Bride… Anything from a clutch bouquet, to a single bloom of your choice.
  • For the Bridesmaids…A smaller version of the bridal bouquet, or a small clutch of some of the flowers used in the bridal bouquet.
  • For the Groom, Groomsmen, Best Man, Fathers, and Ushers… a boutonniere.

Etiquette #2

Who gets what:

  • Mothers: A corsage to match their outfits, or to match your bridal bouquet
    Immediate Family… a Corsage or Boutonniere.
  • Ceremony: Two pedestal Arrangements for the bride and groom to stand between or in front of.
  • Reception: Similar flowers (whether in style or color) of the wedding party, placed in vases on each table or nicely contrasting flowers (in style or color) not already used in the wedding party.

Etiquette #3

Who pays for what, in terms of flowers?

Times are different now, and many brides, themselves, are paying for their wedding. Sometimes, the bride and groom split the price, or family helps pay for flowers. Here is a more traditional take on wedding flowers etiquette:

  • The Bride: Flowers for the Ceremony, Reception, and bridesmaids
  • The Groom: Bridal Bouquet, Flowers for Mothers and grandmothers, boutonnieres for Best Man, Ushers, and Fathers.