You and your wedding party don’t have to carry a ribbon-wrapped arrangement of flowers down the aisle. There—we said it. At the end of the day, a classic bundle of blooms might not be your style. If that’s the case, you’re welcome to nix the idea altogether, but you can also swap traditional florals for a handful of something equally meaningful and pretty that perfectly matches your wedding style. Stumped on ideas? Take a look at these 15 unique wedding bouquet alternatives that range from minimal to whimsical to help spark some inspiration.
1. Rustic or metallic wreaths wrapped in asymmetrical vines are about as Pinterest worthy as it gets.
SAMANTHA JAMES PHOTOGRAPHY2. Foodies shouldn’t shy away from carrying something edible down the aisle, whether it’s a bundle of herbs, doughnuts (yes, doughnuts) or a single, geometric artichoke.
KIRSTEN MARIE PHOTOGRAPHY3. Single-stem bouquets are the chic and minimal answer to overgrown arrangements.
BIRDS OF A FEATHER PHOTOGRAPHY4. For a whimsical DIY wedding, an oversize paper flower makes a colorful statement.
LAUREN GABRIELLE PHOTOGRAPHY5. Rustic flower boxes bursting with fresh blooms are the perfect way to shake things up without getting rid of flowers altogether.
ATHENA PELTON6. Nothing says “celebrate” like a cloud of bright balloons.
MARY WYAR PHOTOGRAPHY7. Showcase your crafty side with an architectural bouquet of pom-poms.
CARLY LOVES AMOS8. Think of pomanders as the sweet, sculptural cousin to bouquets—perfect for flower girls and junior bridesmaids.
CADEY REISNER WEDDINGS9. A cluster of intricate origami flowers is an eye-catching nod to Japanese culture.
JANAE SHIELDS PHOTOGRAPHY10. You don’t need to hold anything—a stunning corsage keeps your hands free while including your favorite flowers.
SALLY O'DONNELL PHOTOGRAPHY11. You can never have too much bling, especially on your wedding day.
ADAM TRUJILLO12. Shells make a beautiful and unexpected accessory for couples saying “I do” by the sea.
ALIX GOULD PHOTOGRAPHY13. One (or a few) of your favorite magazines, books or musical scores is the perfect personal touch.
SETH ROBERTS PHOTOGRAPHY14. Your wedding party can light the way with vintage lanterns (imagine how gorgeous they’d look at a nighttime ceremony).
GLORIA MESA PHOTOGRAPHY15. The trendiest bouquet swap right now? Living, breathing, adorable rescue puppies.
Mychelle LeVan Photography
