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How to Select the Perfect Autumnal Wedding Flowers

If you’re planning to tie the knot in autumn, chances are you’ll be looking for seasonal floral trends that complement your wedding theme and help make your day a blooming success. But from deciding on the floral displays that will make your chosen venue pop to choosing your bouquet flowers, it can be hard knowing where to start, so we’ve put together this guide to choosing autumnal wedding flowers.

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Embracing the Autumnal Colour Palette

One of the best things about an autumn wedding is that you can make the most of the natural colours of the season. From the warm golden evening light to the burnt orange and reds of the autumn leaves and rich evergreens, it’s not hard to find inspiration for your autumn wedding flowers. To help you find the perfect autumn floral colour palette ,we’ve rounded up some of our favourite combinations below:

Burgundy and gold – a classic combination, pairing rich burgundy florals with gold accents or sprayed foliage creates an elegant and timeless effect.
Plum and copper – for a modern yet warm look, try pairing bold plum blooms, like dahlias, with dark green foliage and copper accessories.
Autumn jewel tones – make the most of a final seasonal splash of colour and choose emerald, sapphire and amethyst coloured blooms.
Natural wonder – jump on one of this year’s top seasonal floral trends and keep things neutral by sticking with earthy tones of ivy, along with seed heads and dried flowers.

Choosing Seasonal Flowers for Your Autumn Wedding

When it comes to choosing bridal flowers for autumn, you may be worried that your choice is limited, but there are multiple blooms still at their best well into late autumn:

Chrysanthemums – blooming from late summer through autumn, they are one of the last flowering plants of the year and are available in a wide range of colours, making them the ideal choice for a seasonal wedding bouquet.
Dahlias – often flowering until the first frosts and with large, dramatic blooms available in various shades, dahlias are another good choice for autumn bridal bouquets.
Rudbeckia – for brides looking for a splash of yellow or burnt orange in their bouquet, these cheery flowers add a touch of vibrancy.
Seedheads – for a more rustic theme, seedheads, dried flowers, and hops all create a charming, subtle effect.

And when it comes to autumnal wedding flowers, it’s important not to forget the foliage, which can add structure, colour and texture to your arrangements. From the dark, rich green of ivy to the rustic reddish tones of elder foliage or even the structural addition of grasses and ferns, you’re spoilt for choice in autumn.

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Stunning Autumn Bridal Bouquets

Once you have decided on the types of flowers and foliage you’d like in your bouquet, it’s time to start thinking about how you want it to look as a whole. Some popular fall wedding flower bouquet ideas to consider include:

Natural – Choosing seasonal blooms like dahlias and chrysanthemums and pairing them with evergreen foliage like ferns and ivy will create a natural-looking bouquet.
Warm – Opting for warmer burgundy, plum, and orange tones can help create a warm and inviting autumn floral colour palette.
Boho – If you’re hoping for a more laid-back and bohemian feel to your day, choose delicate flowers and foliage like scabiosa and grasses mixed with dried flowers or hops.

Complementing Your Wedding Venue with Autumnal Flowers

When choosing autumn wedding flower arrangements, it’s also important to think about your venue and how the placement and type of flowers can best enhance the overall look.

At The Great House, our beautiful Grade II* listed building has plenty of natural character and charm, which is only further enhanced by the addition of flowers. Below, we share some of the ways you may want to consider dressing the venue with floral decorations:

Ceremony flowers – set the tone of your wedding from the off with carefully chosen flowers around the ceremony area, whether that’s floral arrangements down the aisle or statement ceremony pieces.
Table arrangements – from a high-impact top table arrangement to smaller table centre pieces, floral table arrangements create a welcoming atmosphere and help tie together your overall theme for a more cohesive look.
Outdoor flowers – if you’re planning to have photographs outside to catch the golden light of autumn, adding some carefully chosen outdoor arrangements can add a extra touch of elegance.
Additional extras – with private venue hire available at The Great House Laleston, you may also want to consider adding flowers to other indoor areas, decorating our majestic fireplaces or even treating your guests to a simple floral bouquet in their rooms.

Final Tips for Planning Your Autumn Wedding Florals

Choosing the right venue and working with a team that understands that your floral arrangements are more than just decoration is the key. At The Great House, we’re on hand to make your special day an unforgettable event. Our experienced wedding coordinators can help you choose the perfect autumnal wedding flowers, from offering suggestions about the placement of flowers to setting up on the day.

What’s more, our historic Grade II*-listed building, stylish bedrooms, and impressive gardens make us the perfect venue for an autumn wedding in South Wales. Our private dining rooms offer spaces for intimate parties, larger celebrations, and multi-day events, and can even be hired exclusively, giving you, your family, and friends the freedom to enjoy your big day on your terms.

Book a showround to find out how our team can help you create your perfect day.