5 Popular Wedding Flowers & Their Symbolic Meanings

From Victorian times to the modern day, the idea of communicating emotions, ideas and messages through flowers has indeed stuck with us for many years now. Given their romantic association, it is no wonder that flowers have played such a significant role in weddings all over the world. Brides and grooms carefully pick and choose their flower bouquets to create moments of ethereal beauty and artistically convey their stories.

For the soon-to-be-married couples in Singapore that are looking to embed narratives through flowers, here are 5 popular wedding flowers that are as meaningful as your journey to true love.

1. Peony

"I equate peonies with love because they're the first blooms of summer" -- this quote by Isaac Mizrahi beautifully captures the romance of peonies.

These flowers have the ability to bloom and re-bloom, year after year – for more than a hundred years! And because of their resilient nature, peonies are known to be a symbol of everlasting love. Brides carry them as they exchange vows because they signify marriages that last. Other interpretations of peonies include beauty in all forms – perfect for any bride on her special day.

Available in a variety of colours - from gentle pink to ardent, passionate red - peonies can be weaved into any wedding bouquet.

2. Ranunculus

Also known as buttercups, ranunculi are truly wedding season favourites, and they convey three primary meanings: charm, attractiveness, and gentle feelings. These globe-like flowers have delicate and flappy petals that open gently around the full centre, and are such a lovely sight to behold.

A flower that holds profound beauty and deep resonance, ranunculus solidifies the promise that only two can understand.

3. Rose

Undoubtedly the most popular flower in the world, there isn't much left to be said about the rose that hasn't already been said by musicians and poets from over the world. Associated with many famous couples, such as Antony and Cleopatra, or Romeo and Juliet, the rose has always been synonymous with passion and romantic love. The red rose, especially, is the quintessential symbol of love, while the white ones represent purity and innocence. When put together, the two spell unity.

4. Freesia

Famously fragrant, freesias bring the sweet smell of spring, a surprisingly citrusy scent, to any room. These lovely flowers have multiple blooms on a single stalk, cascading to the side, and make a lovely addition to any bouquet. These dainty blooms represent innocence, thoughtfulness, trust, friendship and sweetness, so it is a natural choice for an event that celebrates the union of two people in love.

5. Dahlia

The dahlia is a unique and spectacular bloom – some varieties can look like a firework in mid-explosion, with their spike-like petals, which spiral out in a pompom shape. They come in countless sizes and colours, like vivid red - representing strength - or gentle pinks and purples conveying kindness and grace.

Aesthetic aside, their true beauty lies in how resilient they are – they thrive even in extreme heat and cold temperatures. For that reason and more, they have become tangible symbols of faithfulness and strong love.

Turn Up the Romance

Now that you’ve gotten some inspiration, go ahead and weave together a bouquet that artfully tells your own innate story.

At The Interior Collections, we have a wide variety of wedding flower packages for you to choose from – each curated to capture love stories of special moments and whispered conversations. With The Interior Collections, you can be sure that every little botanical detail is well taken care of. Get inspired with our curated catalogue today.