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When a bride wants the “less is more” principle, a single stem bouquet is a striking addition to her ensemble that makes a statement. These bouquets have 1 main flower ( a calla lily, rose, lily) with an added feature. This could be a fancy bow, streamers, an ornately wrapped stem or a lace collar (for a shorter stem). Often there is some foliage wired to the stem or sometimes just some extra buds are wired to the main stem to add interest.

Nosegays are approximately sixteen to eighteen inches in diameter and are densely packed with flowers, foliage, and sometimes herbs. You can use only one type of flower or you can use several kinds mixed together. You can dress nosegays up or down depending on the flowers you use and the stem treatment you choose. This makes them very versatile since you can use them for either a very dressy occasion or for a casual beach wedding.

Posies are basically miniature or scaled down nosegays. They are sometimes used as a substitute for a corsage and are perfect for the small hands of flower girls. Often smaller flowers are used because the bouquet is smaller. Flowers such as lily of the valley, grape hyacinths or spray roses are perfect flowers for posies.

Hand-tied bouquets are very casual with the just-picked, natural look. They suit a garden wedding or a very informal affair.  Usually they have a roundish shape and are designed to show the natural growth of the stems. The flowers and foliage are arranged and then wired together or hand-tied. They can be tied with ribbon or raffia and their stems are left exposed.

Beidermeiers are very formal and are essentially large nosegays made up of rings of flowers. Each ring of flowers is made up of one type or color of flower. They have a real European flavour and are best for very dressy, formal weddings.

Arm bouquets have an old-fashioned look and are best for retro-themed weddings.  They are made up of long stemmed flowers that rest in the crook of the bride's arm. They rest naturally across the inner bend of her elbow. A ribbon or bow is used to hold the bouquet together.

                                                           Single Stem Bouquet                                   Nosegay                                                Posy

                      

                                         Hand-tied Bouquet                                                  Bedermeier                                                             Arm Bouquet