Schwarzwalder calla lilies wrapped in black satin ribbon with rhinestone and burgundy ribbon bands and rhinestone buckles.

Floral Design: Square Root

Photography: Bob Ortiz Photography

Wrapping bouquets was once a means to an end, intended only to keep the flowers in place. Today, however, designing bouquet handles has become an art form in its own right.

Like the coordination of colors and themes between flowers, bridal gowns, bridesmaid's dresses, and decor elements, bouquet handles are becoming a subtle but important part of the "big picture."

Fine satin ribbon, jewels, rhinestones, raffia even ornamentation like buckles and metallic stars create synergies ensuring that the wedding design is a complete thought, from the largest element to the smallest.

Written by Bob Curley