Wedding Flowers Checklist: Every Arrangement You Need

Planning a wedding can be overwhelming. It feels like the checklist is overwhelming. Planning your wedding flowers is no different.  With bouquets, boutonnieres, ceremony flowers, and reception arrangements to consider, it’s easy to forget a detail. A wedding flower checklist can help you stay organized and make sure your floral plans are complete.

Whether you're planning an intimate celebration or a large Pittsburgh wedding, here are the essential wedding flower arrangements to consider. 

Wedding Flower Checklist

1. Bridal Bouquet

The bridal bouquet is one of the most important wedding flowers. Choose flowers and a style that complement your dress, wedding colors, and overall theme.

2. Bridesmaid Bouquets

Bridesmaid bouquets can match the bridal bouquet or feature smaller, complementary designs. Plan for one bouquet for each bridesmaid.

3. Boutonnieres & Corsages

Don't forget flowers for the groom, groomsmen, parents, grandparents, and other members of the wedding party. Boutonnieres and corsages are small details that bring the entire wedding look together.

4. Ceremony Flowers

Depending on your venue, ceremony flowers may include:

• Aisle flowers
• Altar arrangements
• Wedding arch
• Chair or pew flowers

Choose one or two focal areas that you want flowers the most, and then continue on as your budget allows. This way, you are getting what you want without adding unnecessary arrangements. 

5. Reception Centerpieces

Reception centerpieces are an important part of your wedding decor. Your florist can create designs that complement your tables, venue, and wedding style. 

6. Head Table 

Add flowers to the table where you and your wedding party will sit. These arrangements also create beautiful photo opportunities throughout the reception.

7. Cocktail & Welcome Tables

Small floral arrangements can add a finished and polished look to cocktail tables, welcome tables, guest books, and seating charts. These do not have to be extravagant, just well thought out. 

8. Additional Floral Details

Depending on your style and budget, you may also want flowers for:

• Bar areas
• Wedding signs
• Entryways
• Hanging installations

What Wedding Flowers Do You Really Need?

You don't need every arrangement on this list. Start with the flowers that matter most to you, such as the bridal bouquet, wedding party flowers, or reception centerpieces.

You can also ask your florist about repurposing wedding flowers from the ceremony at the reception to make the most of your floral investment.

Plan Your Wedding Flowers with Gidas Flowers

A good wedding checklist makes planning easier, and your floral checklist is no exception. Working with a florist can make planning even easier. Contact Gidas Flowers or fill out the wedding consultation form and start planning your dream wedding.