11 Dos and Don'ts for Choosing Your Bridesmaids' Bouquets

Your bridesmaids are an integral part of your big day, so the flowers they will carry are important, too. Since your 'maids will be among the most heavily photographed group of the day, you'll want to make sure their attire look is picture-perfect—straight down to the floral accessories.

While you don't have to stress too much about the flowers your best girls will carry down the aisle, you should give their arrangements just as much thought as your own. Sure, they don't have to be huge or packed with an intricate mix of different blooms, but their floral bouquets should complement your arrangement, their dresses, and the overall vibe of the day.

Want to make sure your bridesmaids' arrangements really wow? Here, 11 industry experts share their dos and don'ts of the bridesmaid bouquet. From tips on colors and style to size and unique shapes, you'll be glad you read all about these important bouquets before you meet with your florist.

Don't Get Too Matchy

"Many couples think that the florals should match the bridesmaids' dresses by being the same colors or shades of colors, however it's much better to use varying shades of your color palette to complement the dresses. For example, blush pink dresses with soft whites, soft pinks, darker pinks, and greens."—Anna Le Pley Taylor,

Owner & Lead Designer,

Anna Le Pley Taylor