FLOWERS & BOUQUETS

There is similarity to the medieval style of bouquet, in that meaning of flowers had a significance and the wearing a wreath of flowers - which is a very ancient headpiece.

A combination of white roses, wine roses, thistle and heather has been used. Though traditionally wild flowers and herbs would have been used.

The language of flowers and herbs has been around since the Celts and have not changed.

Mint signifies great virtue. Sage - great respect. Dill - optimism and rosemary is a herb for remembrance and giving of unselfish power.

Roses have different meanings according to their colour: white - love and loyalty and red - I love you, whereas yellow indicate jealousy. Forget-me-nots mean my true love is yours. Pansies - you occupy my thoughts. Acacia represents platonic love, whereas tulips are a statement of passion and adoration.

Carnations - messages of pride and beauty. Mimosa is courtesy and politeness. Honeysuckle - the bonds of love. The Crocus excites romantic impulses and Aster is an oracle of love.

Ferns express deep sincerity and Ivy symbolises marriage and fidelity.