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10 fabulous ideas for wedding flowers

Whether you're planning a wedding or just want to pin a few inspiring ideas down for Summer parties, our round up of gorgeous flower arrangements should bring you a bit of floral joy.
By Grace Allen
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Bring the drama

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Create an ethereal look with lots of flowers suspended over the dining table; for less drama (and cost) it's really easy to hang flowers from a chandelier or pendant.

Pic: ceremonyblog.com on Pinterest

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Quirky touches

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Style up your table with vintage props like books, and mix wildflowers in a jug for a casual farm-wedding look.

Pic: the lovelyfind.com on Pinterest

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Colour theme

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When in doubt, keep to a pretty colour scheme - purple and green look fantastic together, as seen in this sweet bouquet.

Pic: Jamieaston.com on Pinterest

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Petal power

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If you're left with a load of less-than-perfect or wilting blooms, don't despair, as the petals make lovely confetti.

Pic: therealweddingcompany.co.uk on Pinterest

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It's all in the detail

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A makeshift headdress or wreath, a floral ring is the perfect multipurpose decoration - as well as being great fun to make.

Pic: Paulapryke.com on Pinterest

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Let them eat cake

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Don't forget your wedding cake, which could always do with a bit of embellishing. A handful of foliage and some gorgeous roses will lend it a pretty, romantic look.

Pic: thelovelyfind.com on Pinterest

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Frame it

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For real 'wow' factor, personalise a few extra items with flowers, like your guestbook or menu.

Pic: Philippacraddock.com on Pinterest

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Pretty simple

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More does not necessarily mean better - a sparse few long stemmed flowers dotted in glasses will create a really elegant table setting.

Pic: Wildatheart.com on Pinterest

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Rustic charm

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For a dreamy, Bohemian wedding setting, add in suitably rustic props - this shabby chic ladder is just the thing to show off arrangements of blooms.

Pic: Scarlet & Violet on Pinterest

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Looking rosey

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Forget vases - jars, bowls, bottles and tins all make lovely vessels for flowers.

Pin: davidaustinrosesusa.com on Pinterest

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