Do I Have to Have Florals at My Wedding?
And what to do instead if blooms aren’t your thing. Florals and weddings—name a more iconic duo. But here’s the truth no one says out loud: you don’t have to have flowers. And guess what? Your wedding will still be stunning, heartfelt, and stylish beyond belief.
At MFPC weddings, we’re big believers in personal, intentional styling. So if flowers don’t feel like you, don’t force it. Let’s explore what you can do instead.
First—Why Do People Use Flowers?
Flowers are beautiful, yes. But they also:
Bring life, colour, and softness to a space
Add symbolism and romance
Help create structure and depth in styling (aisles, arches, table clusters, etc.)
But here’s the thing: all of that can be achieved without petals. Let’s break it down.
What to Use Instead of Traditional Florals
Foliage-Only Styling: Think sculptural branches, olive leaves, eucalyptus, ferns, or palms. It’s minimalist, moody, and timeless. It brings in nature without florals—and the textures? Unreal. Vibe check: Tuscan countryside, modern woodland, cool-girl garden party.
Fruit & Produce Styling: We’re talking citrus towers, fig-laden tablescapes, pomegranates on velvet, heirloom tomatoes in handmade bowls. It’s rustic, rich, and feels like a dinner party in a Sicilian villa. (And yes, we are obsessed.)
Fabric & Texture Styling: Tulle-wrapped centrepieces. Silk ribbon runners. Layers of linens and velvets in tonal palettes. Think texture over bloom—romance without roses. Perfect for: fashion-forward couples who want their wedding to feel like an editorial shoot.
Candles, Lamps & Lighting: Instead of flowers on every table, why not clusters of dripping candles, soft uplighting, or even vintage lamps? Lighting brings warmth, mood, and a bit of magic. Great for moody evenings, winter weddings, or romantic indoor ceremonies.
Sculptural Decor or Installations: Custom structures, arches made of painted wood or metal, draped textiles, mirrors, or even stacked books if you're literary lovers. Think: A ceremony backdrop that looks like a Vogue shoot set.
MFPC Tip: It’s not about ditching flowers. It’s about designing with intention.
If florals don’t spark joy (or feel like you), we’ll find something that does. At MFPC weddings, we specialise in curated event styling that’s always aligned with you. Whether that means velvet and citrus or candles and sculptural foliage, we’ll create a moment that’s breathtaking without trying to be “traditional.”
Final Thought
You don’t need flowers to have a beautiful wedding. You need vision. You need soul. And a styling team that knows how to translate “moody nonna-core with a touch of Wes Anderson” into actual design. Let’s reimagine what beauty looks like—beyond the bouquet.
