Once the church or registry office has been booked, you will probably then be looking into the other important aspects of your wedding day like, dresses for bridesmaids, reception locations, invitations and of course the very important wedding flowers.

When selecting suitable wedding flowers you first need to decide what are you prepared to pay for the flowers? Most people know real flowers are especially costly from a florist.  First we need to think about what type of wedding it is, if it is the traditional white wedding then there are many types of wedding flowers that you can consider.

You need to decide what you will decorate with the wedding flowers, will it just be the church or will you use the same theme for the reception. It is also wise at this point to decide on buttonholes and corsages.

When it comes to choosing wedding flowers the time of year affects both the price and availability. If is a lot cheaper to have wedding flowers that are in bloom and plentiful so bear this in mind if you are planning a winter or fall wedding.

Roses and tulips are used frequently as wedding flowers. They come in a range of colours that usually fit in with any wedding ideas.

There is also the option to use silk or dried wedding flowers. Silk flowers these days are manufactured to such a high standard that your quests will have a difficult time telling they are not real. The only disadvantage is they will not smell, however you could always spray them with a scent.

Another advantage of silk wedding flowers is they are not seasonal, allowing you to pretty much choose any flower you want. You also have the added bonus of not having to worry about pollen or leaves falling off making the wedding table look unattractive and messy or for that matter annoying guest with hay fever or similar allergies. Finally and probably the best advantage of using silk wedding flowers is they can be kept forever as mementos of the day.

What ever wedding flowers you decide on, always seek a reputable florist and if possible one that has been recommended. Always ask to see pictures of wedding flowers and designs they have created before for previous weddings to determine if these are the ones for you.