Picking flowers for your wedding can be an educational experience!
Below are some of the most popular flowers used in weddings, and what “messages” they can send.
Roses are a near-universal symbol of love, but they also come in a wide variety of colors that convey specific ideas, such as: white – purity or innocence; red – love or respect; pink – happiness or grace; peach – modesty; and yellow – joy or friendship.
Carnations symbolize devoted love, and like roses, certain colors have specific connotations: white – good luck; pink – a woman’s love; purple – whimsy; red – admiration.
Daisies symbolize loyalty and good cheer.
Irises symbolize wisdom, valor, or faith. Yellow irises signify passion.
Lily of the Valley symbolizes sweetness and humility.
Lilies symbolize honor and purity of heart. Calla lilies symbolize beauty.
Ferns symbolize magic or fascination.
Zinnias symbolize the memory of an absent friend.
Violets symbolize modesty or virtue.
Bells of Ireland symbolize good luck!
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