When you get invited to a wedding, you know you’re likely going to see a few things: a white dress, several bottles of champagne for toasting, and of course, flowers. Flowers are seemingly omnipresent in wedding ceremonies and receptions, and they have a long history of being associated with brides. In addition to looking lovely, a bouquet of flowers was thought to ward off bad spirits, signify a new beginning and promote fertility, and communicate secret, sweet messages between the bride and groom through their choice of flowers.
But what if flowers aren’t your thing" Or what if your fiancé is terribly allergic to anything that blooms" And let’s be honest, what if flowers just don’t fit into your already stretched-thin budget" Luckily modern day weddings are all about personalization, and if flowers aren’t a great fit for your wedding, then feel free to forego them. However, just because you decide to go without flowers for your wedding ceremony and reception doesn’t mean that you have to walk down the aisle empty handed. Let’s check out three alternatives to flowers that will be just as gorgeous?and maybe a little easier on the budget.

Brooch Bouquet
Remember brooches" They are those little pins your Great Aunt Millie adorns on her sweater to step up her Thanksgiving outfit. And as it turns out, they’re also a really popular alternative to bridal bouquets. Brooch bouquets are sparkly, pretty, dainty, a...