Traditions: The History of the Bouquet Toss

We've all witnessed it (and most of us have even taken a part in it). The single women all crowded onto the dancefloor with hopes of catching the Bride's bouquet so they can be the next lucky bride. How did the tradition of the Bouquet Toss come about, you ask?

via Wedding Bee

Way back when, wedding gowns were not as big of a deal as they are today. In fact, brides usually got married in one of their best dresses instead of going out and buying a new fancy white one. Since brides never planned on marrying again, preservation of wedding dresses wasn't an issue.



Touching the bride's dress was considered good luck and managing to snag a piece of the dress was considered the height of all luck. So, guest began to rip
pieces off the bride’s dress while she was still wearing it. Clearly this started to become problematic...and a little risque.



Since having their dress ripped to shreds was not something most brides wanted, they needed another idea of something "lucky" that they could throw into the crowd to keep their single lady friends under control.



That is why the bouquet toss was born! Nowadays there may be a mad rush to catch the bride's flowers, but at least her dress is out of harm's way! (source of bouquet history-isms)

Personalizing Your Bouquet

We have had several brides recently who personalized their bouquets with family heirlooms. I thought that this was such a sweet idea, another great way to personalize every detail about your wedding!

Ashley's Mother's Lace Trim was added to her bouqet... Photo by Caroline Johnson

One of our clients had lockets attached to her bouquet that had pictures of her Grandparents and Great-Grandparents who had passed. This way they were with her every step of the way!

Russell Martin Photography

Another one of our awesometastic brides hand-tied her bouquet with a piece of her mother's wedding dress. So sweet!!

Photography by Lindsey Tropf

Another way you can personalize your bouquet is to tie a handkerchief to it from a grandfather who passed away or even tie a family bible to it. You could incorporate many different heirlooms into your bouquet, it will mean so much more to you and your family!

Unique Bouquets-Paper Flowers

Looking for something fun and different to make your wedding day even more your style?

Check out some of theses bridal bouquets made out of paper, buttons and even feathers!

Photo 1; Photo 2; Photo 3

Not only are they beautiful, but they are also a great way to customize your look! 

Unique Bouquets

Brides have started to add funness and unique'ness to their bouquets, we love this! Here are some funky alternative to artificial flowers—ribbon flowers! Made with ribbon and rickrack in various widths and sizes.







(Picture 1:marthastewart.com) (Picture 2: poptasticbride.com)

 Seashell Bouquets make for a perfectly beachy wedding!





Picture  Left: Bloomsday Flowers) Picture Right: Bellabeachweddings.com

 Brooch bouquets! Made from brooches, jewelry, and hair accessories!





Picture Left theknot.com Pictures Middle and Right: theweddingchicks.com



Flowerless Bouquets

These bouquets would certainly last much longer than traditional flowers, and they are so sparkly and glamourous!  This one is made of vintage jewelry.

Via Bunches of Bliss

 Feathers, swavorski crystals, and pearls.

Via LovelyBlossom

And how fun is this - colorful pinwheels!

Via rule42

Feathered friends

Here are three fabulous ways to incorporate feathers into your wedding:

1. Spice up a pair of otherwise plain heels.

Via sofisticata

2. Carry them down the aisle... so glamorous!

Via Karen Tran Florals

3. Send them via snail mail.

Via meant to be sent

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Wedding Bouquets

This bouquet is adorned with lace from the bride's mommy's dress and family heirlooms. So beauiful and sweet, and sensitive.



Photography By: Verve Studio

Wedding Bouquets

I love how these amazing flowers are just hanging out on the fence. So beauitmous!



Photography By: Rae Leytham

Wedding Bouquet

So whimsical and so delicious!



Photography by: Jimmy Ho Photography

Wedding Bouquet

I've been recently quite obsessive about bouquets. I love how different they all are and how photographers capture the beauty of them so uniquely.





Photography By: Ariel Yve