Flowers have always been a part of weddings. They are traditional and ornamental at the same time. They set are an important element of wedding atmospheres. Also, brides are becoming more adventurous in choosing wedding flowers today. They don’t have to be natural flowers anymore. They can be porcelain, or Swarovski studded, or even handmade silk flowers. However, some brides still prefer the traditional. Traditional trends In the past Roman women carried herb bouquets under the veil to ward of evil and ensure fertility. The ivy represented lasting love in ancient Greece. In the modern age, flowers are still an integral part of weddings. The brides of Louisiana walk from the church to the wedding reception carrying flowers and accompanied by jazz musicians. Brides in England walked from church with the guests, led by a young girl scattering flowers in her way. Flowers are a symbol of new life and fertility. A bride beginning her new life is very naturally linked to blossoms. Peonies are common flowers to use in decorations and as centerpieces at wedding receptions. They are many-colored and represent spring. Exotic orchids are fragrant and ideal flowers for corsages to give to the mothers of the married couple. It is also often a part of the bouquets that brides carry. The lotus flower is a very important part of Buddhist weddings, and symbolizes the four virtues. Modern trends There is a lot more individuality in the selection of bridal flowers today. Not everything had to match anymore. The bridal bouquet may have a different scheme from the bouquets the bridesmaids carry. The traditional color of white has given way to shades of plum and lavender and other colors. Brides are often seen carrying single-color bouquets and even Zen designs. Spring weddings...