How to choose a bridal bouquet according to your height

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Surely you already know that the success of a bridal oufit is the complement between all its pieces, from the wedding dress, the jewellery and the hairstyle you choose, to the material for your wedding rings and of course the bouquet.

Therefore, if you have not yet chosen the flowers or the style of arrangement you want to carry, you are just in time to incorporate these tips that are related to nothing less than your height. Yes, because the different bouquets will accommodate you to a greater or lesser extent depending on whether you are tall or shorter.

These are recommendations you can take, but if you've always wanted to have a showy bouquet with fuchsia peonies or a simpler one with hydrangeas and rice flowers, go ahead with your idea and stay true to your style.

Either way, it's worth knowing the suggestions so you can compare what you have in mind, with what suits you best according to your height. Take note!

Low brides

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Short brides-to-be should choose accessories that make them look taller and slimmer. Or at least, not shorter. If you want to add a few inches to your body, you might consider discarding large and exaggerated bouquets. to avoid the feeling that you appear behind the flowers.

Next, you should look at the type of bouquet and identify the ones that benefit you the most. Round bouquets and short stemmed bouquets for example, are the most advisable, because they have presence, at the same time that they are elegant and discreet.

You will find many small flowers, among which stand out some very beautiful ones such as pitimini roses, freesias, ranunculus and craspedias You can combine them with each other, although monochromatic bouquets, with only one type of flower, will also do you a favour.

On the other hand, teardrop or teardrop-shaped arrangements are a good length that you could wear, while vertical fall bouquets, cascading or long-stemmed flowers, such as calla lilies, are the least recommended, as they will cover part of your princess wedding dress and you will look overloaded.

On the contrary, simple bouquets or wildflowers are perfect If you have opted for a country, rustic or boho chic wedding decoration, for example, a bouquet composed of gypsophila or paniculata, to which you can also add lavender, spike and olive or eucalyptus branches to complement.

And another style that will harmonize very well, are the vintage bouquets that are usually rather compact In fact, this type of bouquet is the most versatile, as it usually mixes natural and artificial flowers adorned with details such as pearls, rhinestones, lace fabric, costume jewellery, feathers and even antique buttons.

The important thing is that, whatever bouquet you choose, it should enhance your look, stylize your figure and not overshadow you at all.

Tall brides

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Wives-to-be who are taller than 5'7" can afford any of the following large, voluminous, asymmetrical and even elongated bouquet. In that sense, the cascade bouquet is one of the most demanded options for its elegance and versatility, as it will look wonderful whether you are getting married in a hippie chic wedding dress, in an outdoor estate, or in a cathedral.

Remember that the taller you are, the more fall your bouquet can have. Another alternative in this line are the flowers with long stems, which are very sophisticated and stylize the figure even more. They are also ideal for brides who are looking for something simple or minimalist, since a few flowers can be enough to configure the bouquet, whether roses, iris, calla lilies, orchids or tulips. You can even carry just one and the result will be equally fascinating.

However, if you want something a little more eye-catching, then you can mix several types of flowers or different colors of the same family. For example, white and red tulips, thus obtaining an irresistible and seductive bouquet, whose tones you can replicate, for example, in the headdress with which you accompany your bridal hairstyle with loose hair, enhancing the elegance of the look.

On the other hand, if you like pomposity and are tall enough, have the luxury of choosing a large and voluminous bouquet The most popular is the one that combines a great variety of species or a simpler one, but armed with large flowers, such as sunflowers and gerberas.

Finally, try to avoid bouquets and bouquets with small flowers, as they will go almost unnoticed.

Whether you're getting married in a simple wedding dress or a stunning one full of details, the choice of the bouquet is as important as the wedding decoration, as it will be the protagonist of your big day and will appear in all the photos. Therefore, you must choose carefully, based on the rest of the look and according to your size but, especially, according to the style that identifies you and your style.makes you happy.

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Evelyn Carpenter is the author of the best-selling book, All you need for your marriage. A Marriage guide. She has been married for over 25 years and has helped countless couples build successful marriages. Evelyn is a sought after speaker and relationship expert, and has been featured in various media outlets including Fox News, Huffington Post, and more.