One of my most favorite parts of any wedding is creating the bridal bouquet. It’s not just flowers tied together — it’s a story, a symbol, and a sacred piece of art that walks down the aisle with you.
When I design a bouquet, I often imagine that moment: the bride standing behind the scenes, her heart racing as her guests take their seats. She’s wearing the gown she’s dreamed of since childhood, her hair perfectly styled, her makeup glowing. Whether she walks with her father, a loved one, or on her own, she’s never truly walking alone — because she’s holding something from my heart, crafted just for her.
That bouquet is more than a design. It’s a moment of connection, an extension of her soul and story.
The History and Meaning of White Bouquets
Traditionally, brides carried white flowers to symbolize purity, innocence, and new beginnings. White represented the start of a fresh life chapter — untouched, full of hope, and blessed. Classic blooms like roses, stephanotis, and lilies were the favorites, radiating elegance and grace.
But just as love has evolved, so has the bouquet.
The Modern Bride: Art, Texture, and Emotion
Today’s brides crave something unique — something that reflects them. The trend has shifted from perfect round mounds to freeform, artistic, and cascading bouquets that capture texture, movement, and emotion.
I love blending unexpected elements — soft pastels with bold pops of color, romantic garden roses with wild textures, dried pods, orchids, and even wisps of grasses that dance in the light. Every design is intuitive and energy-driven; many brides simply tell me how they want their bouquet to feel — and that’s when my magic begins.
Because it’s never just about color or season — it’s about energy, emotion, and expression.
Bringing Your Vision to Life
If you’re getting married and looking for a floral designer who treats your bouquet as a true work of art, I would be honored to create it for you. From bridal bouquets to ceremony installations, centerpieces, and boutonnieres, every bloom I design carries intention, beauty, and soul.
Visit jennybarkertheflowerdoctor.com or contact me directly at shop@jennybarkertheflowerdoctor.com | 310-798-8113 to start dreaming up your floral story.
Because your bouquet should be more than beautiful — it should be you.