The Power of Red Flowers

Designers, whether interior, fashion or graphic, consider the colour red as one of the warm colours. Red will always hold the eye. It is an advancing colour which never shies away into the corners.

By nature, red flowers can be separated into two groups. Firstly, the crimson deep reds which are tinged with blue. Secondly, the vermilion reds that tend to lean towards orange or yellow.

When choosing red flowers for your wedding, consider the tinge that the red leans towards – blue or orange. This will help you create balance for your bouquet, the maid’s bouquet and the other decorations you choose to use at the church ceremony and reception venue.

A monochromatic scheme is a one colour scheme. This may consist in using only fresh red roses tied with a ribbon, or fresh red lilies. Alternatively you may choose a harmonious scheme. This will include two flowers related to one another. For example, red and yellow which is also a warm colour.

Do you want to create a memorable ambiance enjoyed by more than one of the five senses? Consider choosing scented flowers such as roses which are prized for their fragrance. Paired with lilies and gardenia you will create a fragrance to be remembered for years to come.

Greenery comes in a large variety. Colours range from bright fern green to deep rosemary green; some leaves are patterned with cream or white others have grey or white finishes. Leaves also come in all shapes and sizes, from large to small. Add scented herbs such as rosemary or mint to your bouquets and arrangements for added fragrance.

At the reception use a variety of holders or just one type of flower holder like glass vases or terracotta pots to match your chosen theme.