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Sep 12, 2019

Best White Flower Hair Pieces for Weddings in New Orleans


Although many people think of art as having no rules, there are certain aesthetic guidelines that artists follow when creating a new piece. Whether it’s dance and music or sculpture and painting, human beings have a natural eye for design—and that’s also the case when it comes to the principles of floral design. As a professional New Orleans florist, my work is guided by these principles even though each piece and design scheme is tailored to the client’s needs. As many great artists have said, you need to know the rules before you can break them! One of the Most Important Principles of Floral Design: Composition Composition is one of the most important principles of floral design because it encompasses several fundamental concepts. In broad strokes, composition is defined as “the artistic arrangement of the parts of a picture.” In order to unpack this idea, here are a few of the standout elements of composition and how they apply to the principles of floral design. Cohesiveness answers this question: “Do the visual components go together well?” For example, each flower in a centerpiece has a distinct shape, and it’s a good idea to use flower species that have a similar shape in these types of pieces. Using bell shapes, saucer shapes, spherical, and star shapes in a random arrangement can look overly mix-matched and disorganized. Using species of similar shapes helps your work look more intentional. Balance and weight has to do with symmetry. If a centerpiece is asymmetrical, it means one side has more flowers or is more visually busy than the other. An unbalanced piece can look lopsided and uneasy. Pattern has to do with repetition. If you use three varieties of flowers in a centerpiece, are they distributed evenly throughout the arrangement? A sense of regularity or an overarching formula in floral design helps you work appear more cohesive and balanced. Of course, an arrangement that’s too formulaic can look predictable and boring; that’s why it’s good to evenly distribute your visual elements in a way that isn’t overly pattern-centric. Here is a great article that explains these concepts, plus a few more, with famous paintings and graphics. After all, the principles of floral design are visual concepts, and they share many similarities with other disciplines. Space In many ways, floral designers are sculptors. Whether it’s a floral arch, bouquet, centerpiece, garnish, headpiece, corsage, or boutonniere, each floral arrangement interacts with space in different ways. For example, an arch creates a focal point in the negative space, or the space around or between the piece, located inside of the arch’s borders. This draws attention to whatever, or whoever is under it. In a similar way, when you’re creating something like a centerpiece, corsage, or boutonniere, it’s important to consider its effect on space. When creating accessories for brides or grooms, you don’t want to draw too much attention away from the people themselves by creating a focal point on their chest or wrist. This is why members of the wedding party prefer their accessories to be more subtle. Centerpieces should also strike a balance between visual brilliance and cohesiveness. A centerpiece that’s too eye-catching will create a focal point in the middle of the room that draws attention from the other important elements at a wedding or event. Fragrance Just like other art forms, certain principles of floral design apply only to floral design. One of the best things about flowers is that they smell just as beautiful as they look, and fragrance should be considered when working with flowers. After all, smell is one of our most powerful senses. Depending on whether the event is inside or outside, it’s important to make sure the scent of your arrangements is present but not overpowering. You should also make sure the scents of the flowers you choose don’t clash to create an unpleasant fragrance. Your New Orleans Florist Leaf + Petal is your New Orleans florist for weddings, corporate events, birthdays, and more! If you’re looking for a professional florist to take your next big event to the next level, contact us today or call us at (504) 343-6964 so we can start bringing your vision to life!

While some brides dream of wearing a classic long white veil and others fantasize about a sparkling tiara adorning their head, another beautiful style that can be made to look extravagant or elegant is the flower hair piece. Flowers have long been a staple of every wedding as they immediately turn an event into the perfect vision of your dreams. White flower hair pieces for weddings are no different.


Styled and worn in a variety of ways, flowers can take your wedding hairstyle to the next level while looking serene and lovely in photographs. While the flowers can be worn in many different colors, white has always been a very popular and much-beloved flower hair accessory as it makes a statement while still being a perfect accompaniment to your dress. From flower crowns to loosely woven buds, there are a multitude of ways to wear white flower hair pieces for weddings and at Leaf + Petal, we want to help you design the perfect piece for your big day.


How to Take Care of Your Flower Hair Piece

If you want your flowers to last into the evening, we can help you choose the most long-lasting buds. White flowers like baby’s breath, spray roses, hypericum, and orchids can work beautifully in your tresses. You want to avoid flowers like lilies and dahlias, that while gorgeous to look at, can quickly wilt when taken out of water. Green foliage can be used in different ways ranging from rustic to elegant to give your hair piece interesting texture and style while also being a long-lasting element.


We keep your hair pieces in a cool confined area, but if you take them home before the wedding, make sure to keep them refrigerated until time to use them to maximize their longevity.


Choosing the Perfect White Flower Hair Pieces for Weddings

Flower hair pieces can look stunning with your hair up, down, or a little of both. They can be made to look wild and bohemian or elegant and classic. Tell us about the particular style that you’re going for so we can help you decide on the perfect hair piece for your wedding. You can also choose a combination of white flowers to include based on their special meaning. To get you started, here are a few popular white flower hair pieces for weddings that look gorgeous on brides:


Flower Hair Comb

Flower hair combs are an elegant and vintage hair accessory for brides. When we make flower hair combs, we design and create a gorgeous cluster of flowers to attach to the comb so that they will sit beautifully in your hair. A flower hair comb consists of a flower adornment and a row of “teeth” that help to hold the comb in your hair. They can be made to look small and delicate or built into a statement piece.


Flower Crowns

One of the most popular white flower hair pieces for weddings is the flower crown. Although these crowns are hugely popular today, the flower crown has been around for a long time as far back as ancient Greece. While flower crowns were originally used in celebrations to honor the gods, today they’re worn in celebrating weddings and still look just as beautiful and festive as ever. From oversized flowers to simple leafy greens and delicate white buds, a flower crown can instantly transform you into a goddess on your wedding day.


Loose Flowers

So simple and yet so utterly gorgeous. Loose flowers are best worn in up-dos or woven into long intricate braids. When a bride requests loose flowers worn in her hair, we help select the most beautiful flowers for her style, and then wrap and wire the flowers either single or in designed clusters to insert into the hair. This look gives a very boho-princess vibe and can be made with as many flowers as you’d like.


At Leaf + Petal, we love helping you come up with unique and creative ways to incorporate flowers into your big day. Whether you’re looking for a bohemian flower hair piece, or opting for a more delicate English rose style, our flowers and designs ensure that the possibilities are endless when it comes to white flower hair pieces for weddings! Contact us today to set up a consultation so we can help you design the perfect lush flower hair piece for your big day.

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