Everlasting Blooms Brides are always looking for ways to cut costs, and flowers can be one of the most expensive aspects of your wedding. In looking for budget-friendly options, you may consider having a silk flower bouquet, instead. Here’s what you need to know before ordering a silk flower bouquet. Silk flowers can be a fantastic synthetic option for a bouquet if you suffer from allergies. Not only will you have a gorgeous arrangement, but your eyes won’t be swollen shut, and you’ll be able to breathe clear- ly. Plus, you won’t ruin any pictures or romantic mo- ments by swatting away bees or other insects. Another added benefit of silk flowers is that they won’t wilt in the heat. While your bouquet may be gorgeous when it first arrives to the ceremony venue, by the time you make it through pictures and into the reception, they may start to droop. Silk flowers last a lifetime. Fresh flowers have to be kept in water when they aren’t being used, which can get messy when you take them out of the vase to hold. If you don’t want to risk any water spots getting on your wedding dress, silk flowers can be stored in any temperature and won’t stain your dress. You can also order any flowers you’d like if you decide to have a silk bouquet. With fresh flowers, it’s more cost effective to get stems that are currently in bloom. However, if they’re being made using fabric, you don’t have to worry about whether or not the flowers you want are in season. Silk flowers do have some disadvantages, though. If you imagine drying or pressing your petals to create a keepsake – like an ornament or rosary – you won’t be able to do this with silk flowers. You’ll also miss out on the aroma that real flowers emit. While silk flowers can be just as expensive as real flowers – if not more so! – they’ll last much longer than just a day. Whereas your fresh flowers will eventually wilt and die. The money you spend on silk flowers will be invested in a lifelong treasure. Most florists can just as easily provide and work with silk flowers as they do fresh stems. Consult with your flo- rist for the pros and cons of each to make the right decision for your beautiful bouquet. ❤ 1. Forest for Rest 2. Company Forty Two 3. Magnolia Adams Photography 1 2 3 70 | TODAY’S BRIDE READ MORE AT TODAYSBRIDE.COM