How to Achieve the Wildflower Wedding Theme of Your Dreams

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Wildflowers are an underrated choice for floral decor. They’re bold, fresh and vibrant, creating a whimsical wedding theme of their own. If you’re planning to have fun and funky florals for your wedding day, here is some inspiration to bring the vision to life.  

 

1. Seek Inspiration 

 Wildflower wedding themes are generally vibrant, but there can be subcategories that will help you and your chosen flowers. For instance, a boho or rustic theme could call for more sunflowers and daisies. Baby’s breath also shines in these more free-spirited aesthetics.  

 

For those with more classic and elegant tastes, limit the theme's wildness and curate a cleaner theme. More delicate wildflower choices like lavender and daisies may be more suitable. If you’re undecided, look at wedding photos and videos of other couples online for inspiration. Seeing other people’s vision can give you a rough idea of your unique take on the theme.    

 

2. Choose Your Wildflower Color Palette 

 Your wedding hues are a memorable and integral part of your special day, and even the wildflowers you choose will likely reflect that. While different blooms have multiple color options, it’s best to figure out your color scheme before choosing.   

 

Consider what kind of palette would represent you and your partner, whether it be warm fall colors or spring pastels. In terms of popularity, about 41% of couples in America incorporate white in their wedding. Gold, light green and champagne also take the spotlight. 

 

3. Consider Your Destination 

 To really capture the wildflower theme, consider what flowers are native to your area. In Colorado, native flowers include Colorado blue columbines, blanketflowers, bluebells, periwinkle and wild bergamot. Using these options can pay homage to your home and bring in an authentic, natural vibe.    

 

Using local and in-season flowers is also the most eco-friendly choice, as they can be locally sourced and grown naturally. You may even have a family member with a garden who could contribute to your floral displays.  

 

4. Start Choosing Your Flowers 

 The best part of planning a wildflower wedding theme is choosing your florals. Poppies and daisies are popular choices, but here are some other considerations: 

 

• Dahlias: These flowers are always associated with elegance and creativity all at once, making them a coveted option for your wedding flowers. They come in various colors, so you can have a dahlia flower bouquet full of pink, red and white blossoms.  

• Hibiscus: A hibiscus bouquet is an excellent option for couples who love tropical vibes. These kinds of flowers are stunners because of their naturally warm colors and larger size. You can even incorporate pieces of it into your hair and wedding attire.  

• Lilies: These flowers are adored for their unique shape, always appearing fully blossomed and vibrant. A lily bouquet would also require minimal filler, since it tends to take center stage in arrangements.  

• Peonies and hydrangeas: Consider this pairing for your bouquet and arrangements if you want a meaningful wedding wildflower combination. Peonies symbolize romance and prosperity, while hydrangeas represent gratitude and heartfelt emotion.  

• Roses and calla lilies: While a calla lily bridal bouquet can stand independently, you can certainly elevate it with other flowers. That bright white can help bring out the beauty of red and pink roses.  

 

5. Make a Statement with Surreal Florals 

 Wildflowers are all about going beyond the traditional style of cultivated flowers and taking a more artistic approach. Consider adding surreal floral designs to your wedding schemes that evoke a sense of wonder in your guests.  

 

For instance, consider more unconventional choices like a trillium or anthurium bouquet. You can also incorporate oversized elements like giant blooms for grandiose arrangements and intricate details for hidden gems in your wedding.  

 

6. Confirm Where to Find Your Wildflowers 

 

Sourcing your wildflowers can be nerve-wracking, as they typically differ from what you’d want from the usual floral shop. You can tap into local florists if they have what you’re looking for, or visit farmers’ markets for rarer finds and good connections. 

 

Some couples may also set up a date where they can forage and search for their own wildflowers. Remember to be mindful of what you’re plucking out from the ground and where you’re doing it, as you wouldn’t want to touch preserved species. 

 

7. Find Where to Incorporate the Blossoms 

 

Wildflowers are great for your bouquet, but you can also discover other ways to incorporate them into your wedding. For instance, you can add little vignettes of your florals onto the invitations, signage, napkins and other paper-based items.  

 

The decorations are always a great way to get playful with it. Add floral hanging decor alongside your dreamy lighting fixtures. Integrate the blossoms in the wedding arches or create table centerpieces with them.  

 

Create small paper flower bouquets for the guests that resemble your wildflower ones. They can take these as a keepsake of your special day.  

 

8. Make Preservation Plans in Advance 

 

Your wedding wildflowers are a special memento. While you can photograph and take videos of them, having them physically would also be meaningful. You can mix cornmeal and borax to help dry and preserve more delicate flowers like lilies.   

 

Others may also prefer pressing their flowers, which is ideal for those with flatter heads, such as buttercups and violets. Tools are readily available, but you can also do it yourself with paper towels, cardboard, and several heavy books.  

 

Bring Your Wildflower Wedding Vision to Life 

 

A wildflower wedding theme is for couples who want to exude brightness and joy on their special day. It is playful but can also be down-to-earth depending on your overall approach. Be intentional with the wildflowers you add, and be in awe of your blossoming weddingscape. 

 

  Author bio: Cora Gold is a wedding writer and editor of Revivalist magazine. She aims to inspire couples to achieve the wedding of their dreams. Connect with Cora on LinkedIn, Pinterest and Twitter.