29 Alternative Bridesmaid Bouquet Ideas To Spark Your Creativity!

alternative bridesmaids bouquet ideas

It’s no secret that we love big bunches of blooms, but we’re always on the hunt for the next great outside-the-box trend! An alternative to the traditional bridesmaid bouquet isn’t necessarily a new idea, true. However, recently we’ve seen so many creative iterations from weddings and editorials on GWS + beyond and we are *utterly* inspired.

Why have an alternative bridesmaid bouquet?

Often times alternative bouquets can be a simple way to save money on florals without skimping on the pretty factor. Other times, they’re a fun self-expression of the couple or the wedding theme. Whether you consider yourself untraditional or not, we have a feeling you might file some of these away for your own creative flow…have a look and see!

Alternative Bridesmaids Bouquets? Have Your Bridesmaids Carry Lanterns!

bridesmaids carrying succulents in lanterns

photography: Addison Jones Photography //  florals: Heather McCoy as seen in this Great Gatsby-Inspired Wedding

Or Maybe Just Carry Their flowers!

bridesmaids carrying lanterns with flowers

florals by Blömmonster with photography by Athena Pelton via The Knot

hanging bouquet

And the cutest iteration of the lamp bouquet we’ve ever seen done by the bride’s friend from this Modern Austin Wedding with photos by Erin McCall!

How About Something a Bit More Geometric with Florals?

geometric bouquets for bridesmaids

from this Geometric Styled Shoot // photography: Krista Mason // design: Harmony Creative Studio // florals: Shindig Chic

driftwood hanging bouquet

photography: Nicole Lev // florals: Tumbleweed Floral Truck

Instead of Bridesmaids Bouquets, Why Not Wear Your Flowers on Your Arm?

pink wedding corsages

from this Summer Wedding in Spain captured by Ed Peers with florals by Bouquet

dried floral cuff

dried floral cuff: Amy Nicole Floral // photography: Elizabeth Wells Photo

Love this idea? We have a DIY to make your own dried floral cuffs!

Go Green Bridesmaids!

bridesmaids carrying greenery bouquets

from this Intimate Big Sur Wedding // photography: Cassie Rosch // florals: Annette Coleman

One Stem Bouquets for Bridesmaids

black bridesmaid dresses with protea bouquets

from this Malibu Wedding with florals by Grand Hope Events and photo by Sanford Creative

An entire bouquet filled with unique florals, perhaps??

pampas grass bouquet

from this Pastel Barn Wedding // photography: Hazelwood Photo // event design: Union Event Company // florals: Forest and Field

ALL the Hoop Bouquets

hoop bouquet

from this Fingerlakes Glamping Wedding // photography: AGP Collective // event design: Clover Event Co. // florals: Faye & Renee

hoop bouquet

from this High Fashion Wedding Inspiration // photography: For The Love Of It // event design: GATHER Events // florals: Of the Flowers

hoop bouquet

from this Italian Island Elopement Inspiration // photography: Nicole Colwell // event design: Weddings in Tuscany by Chiara Sernesi // florals: Jardin Divers

bridesmaids carrying tassel floral hoops

Love the combo of tassels & florals from this Colorful + Eclectic Redwoods Wedding

photography: Kelly Brown // florals: Wild Club

bridesmaids carrying embroidery hoops

This bride made each of her gals these gorgeous embroidery hoops! LOVE this idea as it’s something each bridesmaids can save to remember this special day.

photog: Anna Dzieciol Photography | florals: The Purple Pansy

hoop bouquet

from this Lake Como Wedding Inspiration // photography: Camilla Anchisi Photography // planning: Benevent Planner // florals: Figli Dei Fiori

Romantic Fall Wedding Inspiration

from this Luxe Autumn Wedding Inspiration // photography: Jieru Photography // planning: Jieru Photography // florals: Winsome Floral

Psst…liking this trend? We have a Silk Floral DIY here! (perfect to make ahead of time with your bridesmaids!)

hoop bouquet

styling: Tie the Knot Santorini // florals: Betty Flowers Santorini // photography: Nisha Ravji

hoop bouquet

from this Moody Autumn Wedding // photography: With Love & Embers // florals: Chicory Florals

macramé hoop bouquetphotography: Magnolia + Ember // macramé hoop bouquet: Bloomers Flowers & Decor

Lush Succulent Bouquets

succulent bouquet

from this Edgy, Tim Burton-Inspired Wedding // bouquet by Luxe Botanique + photo by Let’s Frolic Together

succulent bouquet

from this Boho Seattle Wedding // photography: Jordan Voth // event design: GATHER Events // florals: Julia’s Floral

Alternative Bridesmaids Bouquets – Make it Musical

tambourines for bridesmaids

from this Scandinavian-Inspired Wedding // photography: Marnie Cornell // florals: Colibri Blooms

triangle bouquet

from this Stylish Desert Wedding // photography: Lorely Meza // florals: Foxtail Florals

This couple used musical triangles for the bridesmaid bouquets!

tambourines for bridesmaids

from this Romantic Bridesmaid Inspiration // photography: Kristine Herman Photography // planning + design: Brannan Events & Design // florals: Tumbleweed Floral Truck

True Life: You Can Carry Whatever You Like

bridesmaids carrying fans

These bridesmaids are carrying retro fans! LOVE.

from our list of Favorite 2018 Celebrity Weddings // photography: Hunter Barnes

bridesmaids carrying fans
Bridesmaids with fans AND flowers? We can get on board with this!

photo above by Emily Wren Weddings

alternative bouquet ideas for the wedding

Care Bears in a bouquet? YES.

from this Pastel Wonderland Wedding // photography: Jenn Emerling // planning: Anything But Gray Events

bridesmaids with umbrellas

from this Haute Hippe Summer Wedding // photography: From SF With Love // event design: Gillian Shenon Events // florals: Found & Created

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