As the UK’s most-loved online florist, Bloom & Wild knows that flowers are at the heart of every wedding. With autumn weddings growing in popularity, the brand has pulled together insights from its Flowers & Plants Category Lead, Lucy Hook, to help couples discover why autumn is the perfect season for floral styling.
Including what makes seasonal autumn flowers so special, their practical benefits for wedding celebrations, and expert tips on how to style bouquets and arrangements for different themes – whether gothic-inspired, natural and organic, bright and bold, or timelessly classic. It also includes a guide to the best autumn blooms to choose for their colour, texture, and staying power.
Why Autumn Blooms Are Perfect for Weddings
“Autumn is one of the most exciting seasons for flowers, making it a wonderful time for weddings,” says Lucy. “Seasonal blooms like dahlias, chrysanthemums and asters thrive as the weather cools. Their richness of colour and natural texture make them perfect for both bold, dramatic statements and softer, romantic looks.”
Seasonal flowers also offer practical benefits. Chrysanthemums, for example, are incredibly hardy, and cooler temperatures mean bouquets stay fresher for longer. With a little care – trimming stems at an angle, refreshing water every couple of days, and avoiding heat sources – autumn wedding flowers can look beautiful right through the celebrations.
Lucy adds: “One of my favourite tips for couples is to repurpose bouquets after the ceremony. Place them in vases to decorate the cake table or guest book area. It’s a simple, thoughtful way to make your flowers go further.”
Expert Tips for Autumn Wedding Flowers
For bold, statement bouquets:
• Dahlias – with their full, layered petals and autumnal shades from terracotta to burnt orange.
• Pair with rust-toned chrysanthemums, dusky sedum, or add lisianthus and roses for a softer edge.
• Velvet ribbons and cascading foliage enhance the richness of the season.
For gothic-inspired weddings:
• Deep burgundy dahlias, black calla lilies, and dramatic ivy.
• Add berries or dried elements for a moody, mysterious edge.
For natural, organic weddings:
• Meadow-style bouquets with clematis, asters, and trailing foliage.
• Looser, unstructured arrangements evoke autumn leaves gently falling.
For bright and bold weddings:
• Sunflowers and heleniums in fiery reds, oranges, and yellows.
• Perfect for bringing joyful energy and warmth to autumn celebrations.
For classic autumn weddings:
• Roses paired with chrysanthemums and lisianthus in ivory or blush.
• Elegant, timeless bouquets that photograph beautifully.
Seasonal Flowers to Inspire Your Bouquet
Bold & Dramatic
- Dahlia
- Calla Lily
- Chrysanthemum
- Sedum
- Ivy
Natural & Organic
- Aster
- Phlox
- Clematis
Bright & Cheerful
- Sunflower
- Helenium
If you’d like to find out about the perfect flowers for your Autumn wedding, please visit www.bloomandwild.com
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