Silk Or Real Your Wedding Flower Questions Put To Rest -- At Last
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Silk or Real? Your Wedding Flower Questions Answered
Planning a wedding often comes with countless decisions, and choosing between silk or real flowers is one of them. This decision is especially challenging for brides who want to incorporate a "Do-It-Yourself" flair into their floral arrangements.
Silk flowers offer several advantages?"they're durable, won't lose petals at inopportune moments, and have a long shelf life. However, not all silk flowers look realistic, and they can sometimes be just as pricey as real ones.
The dilemma between silk and real flowers has become more complex with the rise of high-quality silk and latex options. To help brides navigate this choice, we consulted Paul Ajao, a professional florist and cofounder of Pure Botanics, a UK-based wedding floral design company.
Finding Realistic Silk Flowers
While it's true that artificial flowers have improved over the years, the quality still varies significantly between brands. Beyond your local craft store, consider checking with florists, who usually have access to high-quality options. Florists rely on these for their reputation and may source artificial flowers that aren’t available in retail stores.
One reputable brand frequently used by florists is Sia, available in the UK, US, and Australia.
Do Artificial Flowers Photograph Well?
Close-up shots can often reveal the artificial nature of silk flowers, especially if they're shiny. This can result in unnatural reflections in photos. The quality of the flowers you choose matters greatly here.
Seasonality of Real Flowers
It's a common belief that real flowers are seasonal, but many florists now find that almost all types can be imported year-round. Roses, gerberas, and orchids are examples of flowers available throughout the year, thus eliminating some seasonal concerns.
However, flowers like peonies, lily of the valley, and ranunculus are seasonal and more expensive when sourced out of season. The quality may also suffer. For instance, one florist even coordinated her wedding around the short spring season when lily of the valley was available.
Mixing Silk and Real Flowers
From a professional viewpoint, real flowers offer a fresh and vibrant beauty, but silk flowers bring several advantages:
- They don't wilt.
- They can be kept as mementos.
- Ideal for destination weddings.
- Preparations can start well in advance.
Preparing silk arrangements weeks ahead can relieve stress as your wedding day approaches. Mixing silk and real flowers can yield stunning results. For example, a bride wanting out-of-season ranunculus added silk ones to a fresh bouquet of roses and gerberas, achieving a beautiful look.
Final Thoughts
Don't assume silk flowers are always cheaper than real ones. High-quality silk options can be just as costly, if not more. Ultimately, the choice between silk and real flowers depends on your personal preference, budget, and the logistics of your wedding day. Whether you choose silk for its practicality or real for its natural beauty, both options offer unique benefits to enhance your special day.
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