Blogs - WedSpace's blog / Florals - PostsThe bridal bouquet is one of the most beautiful parts of a wedding, and I love that I am seeing adventurous brides go a less-traditional route with non-floral bouquets. And I don't mean simply including succulents, ferns or herbs -- creative brides are really pushing the envelope and using wood, shells, feathers, paper, and more in place of flowers. This not only makes your bouquet a lifelong keepsake, as you'll see below, wedding pros are creating some breathtaking pieces! If you have a unique idea in mind and don't think you want to DIY it, there are plenty of uber-talented people out there who can help create your non-floral vision. You won't even miss your wilting flowers and your guests will be wowed. And now for some serious inspiration ...
Talk about a showstopper, try carrying a balsa and coral bouquet by the amazingly talented Krislyn. You'll never take your eyes off it.
Who can forget this stunning and unexpected bouquet made solely of paper and silk butterflies? So special.
![]() I die for this elegant paper-rose bouquet with a handful of unhewen, rustic twigs as the stem. Incredible.
![]() DK Designs created this simple and lovely Stephanotis bouquet -- out of clay! I love the crystal brooch on the stem and crystal centers on each flower. Beautiful touches!
![]() This bouquet of soft-blush paper flowers, feathers, and lace was a DIY project from a crafty bride. See it and her paper-flower centerpieces featured in our upcoming book with DIY wedding projects, Wedding Planning Made Easy.
![]() I love a beach wedding, and this seashell bouquet is beautiful and simple to make, too. Get the how-to via MarthaStewart.
![]() Another shell bouquet I love! Kimberly Aurora makes the most whimsical, quirky bouquets out of shells, ribbon, crystals, and other pretty odds and ends that make them so unique. Check out the glittery bumble bee detail on this bouquet!
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