Peculiarities
Carnation is a charming flower from the Mediterranean that blooms almost all year round, making it available in both winter and summer.
The undeniable advantages include:
- long life : if you put a bouquet in water, it will delight you for another three weeks;
- endurance : heat, frost, throwing to girlfriends - carnations will withstand everything;
- a huge number of shades;
- budget;
- compatibility with any other plants.
Important! The only downside to cloves is that they have a rather strong spicy aroma. If you don't like it, then choose lighter shades, they smell weaker.
Symbolism
The ancient world considered these flowers a sign of sadness and innocently shed blood, but modern Europe does not agree with its ancestors, so increasingly openwork buds are becoming the main element of decor at wedding celebrations .
The Christian understanding of carnation is sacrificial, meek love, without boiling passions, but with complete dedication. Florist designers made the flower a symbol of fidelity and honor, a strong home.
But when interpreting symbolism, it is important to focus on the shade:
- red traditionally signifies love and pride;
- white - innocent purity;
- lilac – dreaminess;
- purple – mystery;
- pink – tender, almost maternal love;
- green – readiness for new things, as well as fertility;
- yellow – family well-being;
- orange – fun.
The difficulty of including it in a wedding bouquet will arise only with striped carnations, which symbolize refusal, but if you like them, then the meaning can also be interpreted as a refusal of your former maiden life in favor of the role of wife and mother .
What kind of brides are they suitable for?
Carnations are universal flowers, so they will suit almost any girl.
Very young ladies look charming with barely opened buds, while older women will wonderfully emphasize the elegance with lace of already fully opened flowers.
A red bouquet will suit a bright, confident bride, while a pastel bouquet will suit a dreamy and tender bride.
When choosing a bouquet, be guided by the general theme of the celebration, your dress and hairstyle and, of course, your own appearance. Tall brides should choose a cascading bouquet, while short brides should choose a round one.
Types and shades
There are a great many varieties of carnations , so you can choose any shape and color of the petals - terry, needle-shaped, two-colored, with edging. Carnations can be either bushy, a branch with several inflorescences, or single-headed, ending with only one bud.
The most popular types for weddings are:
- lush, as if corrugated carnation Shabot;
- more natural Turkish or bearded;
- exotic Chinese with contrasting edging;
- sandy with graceful needle-shaped petals;
- neat with miniature inflorescences of the Grenadine variety.
As for shades, you simply cannot help but take advantage of their diversity to create beautiful combinations or gradients.
Idea! Mono-bouquets of carnations look great. Absolute white will be the perfect finishing touch for a chaste look. This color is especially good in a duet with a lace or frilled dress.
A pastel bouquet will fit perfectly into a shabby chic or vintage style celebration. The combination of lilac with cream or blue will be the main highlight of a Provencal wedding, and a green ball interspersed with wildflowers is suitable for a carefree rustic celebration.
Color combinations
There are about 300 species of these wonderful flowers in nature. Chinese and Turkish garden varieties are usually used to make wedding bouquets. Flowers can be snow-white, cream, yellow, have pink and lilac shades.
Mono-bouquets composed of carnations of the same color look very impressive. A bouquet of dazzling white flowers looks especially delicate and airy. It goes well with the bride's traditional white dress, emphasizing her sophistication and sophistication.
A composition of bright red buds is a very noticeable accessory that attracts a lot of attention. This bouquet is also well suited for a classic celebration. To create a harmonious image, the bride should have jewelry or other accessories that match the scarlet buds.
Compositions of pink and white or cream and pink have a very romantic look. This combination is perfect for a romantic shabby chic wedding. Fluffy inflorescences will harmonize perfectly with the bride’s airy dress.
The white and lilac combination is suitable for celebrating a celebration in Provence style. Small white buds can be complemented with lavender or iris flowers, and a little greenery can be added around the edges. The design of such a bouquet should be as simple as possible without unnecessary decorations.
For an unusual themed wedding, a combination of pink and purple is suitable. This bright combination can be complemented with splashes of white or green, which will add freshness to the mysterious composition.
Decor
If you want to make a mono bouquet, then simply wrap the leg with a fabric, paper or lace that matches the color. An absolutely white, red, lilac accessory looks incredibly stylish and discreet.
Loose stems look no worse, only slightly tied with ribbon or even twine - what an idea for an eco-wedding?
You can decorate the bouquet with artificial elements, fabric, greenery, rhinestones - anything you have enough imagination for is acceptable.
Form
Cloves very easily take the desired shape, and due to their endurance, they do not wither even with a very high cut stem , so do not be afraid to experiment. For example, rosamelia looks great - a giant flower made up of dozens of small ones, because the terry shape of the petals will reliably hide all the joints. Such a bouquet in white is especially charming, but other tones are also acceptable.
In a cascading bouquet, carnations can play both a solo and complementary role. The buds are small, so there is no overcrowding, so you can be sure that the accessory will look elegant both in photos and at the event itself.
The spherical shape of the bouquet is another great option , while large buds of other complementary flowers collected in the center will add luxury to the composition.
Excellent results from carnations and pomander - a flower ball without a stem, attached to a special ribbon. This unusual accessory is very convenient, because you can always hang it on your hand.
Harmony with the image
As mentioned earlier, carnation petals resemble lace, which means that a bouquet of these flowers will perfectly complement any dress: from a fluffy one to a mermaid style, and will add femininity to a snow-white trouser suit.
The main thing is that the shade of the plants does not conflict with the main tone of the wedding dress. For example, there can be no question of any harmony if the bride’s dress is cream and the bouquet was made up of beige carnations. It’s easier to play with contrasts: a white outfit and red flowers. But even in this case, purple or pink carnations would be appropriate.
The second option is to harmonize with the elements of the groom’s wardrobe. For example, a wedding bouquet of lilac carnations with a tie of the same shade.
Composition ideas
You can easily use many other flowers, because carnations are completely unfriendly. The combination with wild and garden flowers looks good - the overall picture will be incredibly feminine, romantic, spring-like, regardless of the chosen colors. Lilies of the valley, bells, cornflowers, violets, clovers, daisies, and gerberas are suitable.
A bouquet of carnations and peonies of the same shade looks great , but in this case remember that peonies, unlike their resilient neighbor, are extremely delicate flowers, so they can hardly tolerate bad conditions.
Carnations also go well with exotic orchids. If you choose them as a complement, do not forget to use the gradient color of this flower. White petals and a pink center on a bouquet of carnations of a similar tone look incredibly elegant.
Roses
In a wedding bouquet, the queen of flowers usually takes the lead , but in combination with carnations this is only beneficial: a modest flower looks like a beautiful maid of honor in front of her mistress.
Idea! If you want more equality, then use miniature bush roses. They will not drown out the lace charm of their neighbor.
Both bouquets of the same color are acceptable, and both soft pink and burgundy red versions look equally magical, as well as a gradient or skillfully placed accents. For example, scarlet roses will wonderfully dilute a snow-white terry cloth, and pink carnations are gently combined with large rose buds of slightly different shades.
Lisianthus
Lisianthus is a Japanese rose. It is slightly similar to a flower familiar to everyone, but more delicate and miniature, with embossed terry petals. On a symbolic level, such buds mean calm and admiration.
Lisianthus comes in a huge palette of shades, so choosing a beautiful combination with carnations is not difficult. The overall bouquet will be delicate, lush, elegant.
Cream tones are suitable for the most innocent and romantic look, combinations of blue, lilac and purple will create a feeling of a fairy tale, and pinkish-red colors will create an aura of incredible romance.
Unlike low-temperature-resistant carnations, lisianthus do not tolerate cold air at all , so be careful with such a bouquet at a winter wedding.
Optimal types of carnations for an unusual bridal bouquet
Today there are more than three hundred varieties of this plant. However, only a few of them, the most common ones, are suitable for a wedding composition.
Garden carnation Shabo . It has fragrant, large buds. Semi-double or double structure. The species was created using a selective breeding approach, therefore it has a huge color palette.
Beautiful floral piece made from moon-hued carnations
Chinese carnation . Large single buds. They are distinguished by their simple or terry structure. Petals along the edge of a rugged shape. Also characteristic is a edging of a different color along their edges.
Bouquet with Chinese carnation
Turkish or "bearded" carnation . It is famous for the special structure of its small buds. The edges of the petals are cilia-shaped.
Composition in combination with small clove buds
Florists know that these types of carnations are optimal for creating a wedding bouquet.
Mono-bouquet of white, pink or red carnations
Monobouquet is stylish, elegant and very interesting. Most often, a round or even spherical shape is used for this idea - a pomander. White or pale pink carnations in a pomander turn into a magical accessory, very delicate, chaste, and airy.
To complete the look, use a satin ribbon or bouquet stem decoration in the same shade. It would also be useful to add greenery or large leaves. This move will immediately fill the bouquet with spring freshness, while simultaneously giving it the shape and desired outline.
A red monochrome is also possible, and it can be either bright scarlet or the sensual color of Marsala. Such a bouquet will definitely not go unnoticed and will become an incredibly bright accent in the bride’s image.
It is important to add some more red detail that matches the colors in tone on tone. This could be lipstick, shoes, a belt, hair decoration. A red mono-bouquet of carnations is a boiling energy, sensuality and emotions.
Options for combining carnations with other colors
To create a more original flower arrangement, you should add additional plants. They will add mood, atmosphere and help complement the bride's image. Carnation is an unpretentious flower and will tolerate proximity to many plants. However, the following possible options can be considered ideal combinations.
Roses
Wedding bouquet of carnations, photo.
If both roses and carnations are the young lady’s favorite flowers, then they can easily be combined together to create a more original flower arrangement. Roses themselves add nobility and aristocracy to the image, but carnations fill the bouquet with tenderness and romance.
There are several options for implementing this idea. It can be done in one color, which will look incredibly feminine and sophisticated. Or, as an option, dilute it with additional bright, rich shades. In the latter case, you will be able to add originality and creativity to the bouquet.
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Lisianthus
The second name of this plant is Japanese rose , it was not given by chance, all thanks to its successful resemblance to the queen of flowers. Small buds and inflorescences look harmonious next to lush and lacy carnations.
This combination will look especially beautiful in the hands of a young bride, since it can emphasize her innocence and girlish beauty. The ideal color solution in this case would be contrast. For example, white carnations and pink lisianthus. It would be a good idea to add green plants, then you get a complete look.
Monobouquet
In fact, few people can imagine a bride holding a bright red bouquet of carnations in her hands. But in vain. If you play it beautifully, decorate it or complement it, you will end up with a worthy flower arrangement. Such a bouquet will look worthy in contrast with the bride’s snow-white dress.
You can decorate the accessory in the form of a flower ball to which a ribbon will be tied. Alternatively, make a basket of carnations.
Tips for choosing
When choosing the shape and content of the bouquet, be sure to focus on the theme of the wedding, your general image - dress, hairstyle, as well as color type and appearance features:
- A cascading bouquet is better suited for tall brides;
- Short - round or pomander;
- Rosamelia, as the most unusual form, looks good with any external characteristics, but the larger you are, the more voluminous the composite flower should be.
Advice! If you choose multiple colors, do not use more than three bright pure colors or five shades. Otherwise, you will get an overly chaotic accessory that draws attention to itself.
Carnation is an extremely resistant plant to any vicissitudes of fate, but if you combine it with other flowers, be sure to take into account their characteristics and care for the bouquet accordingly. Remember that even one faded element can ruin the overall picture.
And some more useful recommendations from florists:
- The brighter the carnation, the stronger its aroma , and snow-white flowers smell the least;
- Red buds will add bold accents to the image, pastel ones will add tenderness, and white ones will add purity and innocence. Try to create a composition from unusual combinations - flowers with borders, two-tone or even green;
- Be careful when choosing striped or spotted buds. Such a neighborhood can easily disrupt harmony;
- The stem of the bouquet should not be too thick , because you will have to hold it in your hands throughout the day.
Examples of wedding bouquets
Wedding bouquet of white carnations.
A wedding bouquet made from carnations is very popular. If you don’t know which bride’s wedding accessory to choose, then successful examples will come to your aid. With their help, you will be able to decide and settle on one of the options.
- A cascading bouquet of lilies and carnations - this option is suitable for tall brides in a-line or mermaid dresses. The color palette of the accessory will be limited to pastel colors. Predominantly powdery. It can be performed in both lilies and carnations. In this case, lilies will be the accent of the entire accessory. But carnations can add femininity and romance to the whole bouquet .
- White roses and white lilies, green plants - this wedding accessory will be a successful addition to a summer wedding in nature. If the celebration and registration take place in an open area, then the bride must comply. Lush dresses and complex bouquets are unacceptable. The snow-white accessory with bright green inserts seems to merge with nature. Innocence and naturalness are what can be called the main characteristics of a wedding bouquet.
- Lilac carnations - a mono-bouquet can look decent. If there is a stereotype in the world about these flowers, then it is not at all necessary to destroy it. It will be much smarter if you manage to get around it. To do this, use complex, extraordinary color solutions. A lush bouquet will become a bright accent of the bride’s entire wedding image.
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Photo
A bridal bouquet made of carnations can look very unusual and even luxurious. In addition, the rich color palette allows you to add this flower to a wide variety of floral arrangements:
Symbolism of the color palette of buds
In addition to the legends about the flower mentioned above, there are specific meanings based on its color scheme. Let's look at what the colors of the buds symbolize:
- The red carnation is considered a symbol of love and admiration.
- White – innocence and luck.
- Pink buds symbolize motherly love, and also a sign that you will be remembered.
- It is better not to use the yellow color of carnations. She is considered the personification of grievances and a showdown.
- Variegated and striped petals express firm refusal and separation.
However, the wedding world has its own symbolism . For example, a bride's wedding bouquet of white carnations symbolizes innocence, spiritual purity and harmony. And the bride’s wedding bouquet of pink carnations will tell about tenderness, fidelity and trust. Well, red buds in a bouquet, of course, mean passion in a relationship.
Photo of a bride's wedding bouquet of delicate pink carnations
But despite all the meanings of color or other solutions, bouquets are created in those color solutions that harmoniously combine with the image of the hero of the occasion and the overall style of the wedding. And for non-superstitious couples, yellow carnations are not an obstacle to a bright holiday and a happy family life.
