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Updated Oct 14, 202431 Unique Bridesmaid Bouquet Alternatives You Didn’t Know Were Possible
Flowers aren’t the only thing your bridesmaid can hold.
Bouquets are often a major part of a wedding's floral design. They're the perfect way to accessorize a wedding attendant's look while calling attention to the role that person is playing in the day's celebration. But not everyone wants a traditional arrangement. Enter: Bridesmaid bouquet alternatives. While bouquets most traditionally are made with wedding flowers, we love to see couples reinvent traditions and personalize their big days.
There's no rule that bouquets be made of fresh flowers or structured as an arrangement of botanicals. The idea is simply to accessorize a wedding-day look with a little something special—but that item can truly be anything. Below, we've highlighted some of our favorite unique wedding bouquet alternatives and ideas so you can tap into your creative side. No matter your wedding theme, there's sure to be an unconventional wedding bouquet idea that's perfect for your nuptials.
1. Brass Knuckle Wedding Bouquet Alternative
If you want your celebration to be edgy and your wedding party members to hold something petite, this is the perfect eclectic idea for you. Attendants at this wedding decorated black brass knuckles with vibrant blooms and foliage.
2. Cute Bunny Non-Traditional Unique Wedding Bouquet Idea
Photo: Lovely and Light
If supporting rescue rabbits means a lot to you, consider working with a bunny rescue to see how your wedding could be a source of activism to support the shelter. While the animal shelter would likely appreciate the publicity that images of their rescues would garner, consider taking things a step further by including their organization as a charity donation option within your wedding registry.
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3. No-Bouquet Wedding Origami Pomander
Sphere-shaped pomanders are one of the most fun wedding bouquet alternatives. This pomander was even more unique because it was made of origami paper flowers.
4. Whimsical Paper Butterfly Bridal Bouquet Alternative
Photo: Nirav Patel Photography
Every detail of this couple's wedding was butterfly-themed. This is one of the most unique non-flower bouquet ideas that you should definitely include at an enchanting garden wedding.
5. Unconventional Bouquet Alternative With Puppies
If you love the bunny idea, consider partnering with a local animal rescue for some puppy play time. In addition to posing with shelter pups to raise awareness, you could create a GoFundMe registry to support the charity of your choice so all your guests can join in the activism.
6. Musical Triangles Unique Bridesmaid Bouquet
For musically minded couples, triangles might be fun bouquet alternatives for wedding attendants to carry. Connect with your ceremony musicians about coordinating and having the wedding party members play the triangles as they process into the ceremony.
7. No-Bouquet Wedding Flower Crowns
Photo: Rachel Marie Photographie
,Florist: Fleur De Lis Fresh Flowers
Want wedding pictures of your bridesmaids without bouquets? Ask your florist to make small flower crowns for an ethereal look.
8. Magazine Bridal Bouquet Alternative
This bride carried a unique bouquet of her favorite magazines and foliage. You can copy this idea or have your bridesmaids hold fanned-out pages from your favorite books.
9. Vintage Cabinet Knob Bridesmaid Bouquet Alternative
This is definitely one of the most unconventional bouquet alternatives we've seen in a long time. An assortment of colorful cabinet knobs were carried down the aisle of this New Orleans wedding with lace and sheer fabric wrapped around the bottom.
10. Vibrant Lantern Bridal Bouquet Alternative
Photo: Athena Pelton
If you love thrifting and are looking for an easy DIY wedding project, this is made for you. Visit vintage stores to find lanterns that work as alternatives to bridesmaid bouquets at your wedding.
11. Giant Balloon Unique Bridesmaid Bouquet
Talk about making a statement. Oversized balloons are a playful option for couples who want a big, bold accessory.
12. Corsage Wedding Bouquet Alternative
Photo: Lauren Fair Photography
Corsages aren't only for high school prom. Offer your bridesmaid wedding corsages as hands-free bridal bouquet alternatives.
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13. Vegetable Non-Traditional Wedding Bouquet
Flowers aren't the only plants that can be arranged into creative designs. Vegetables, like cabbage and kale, are a zesty alternative, especially if you're tying the knot somewhere like a farm or greenhouse.
14. Glam White Brooch Bridesmaid Bouquet Alternative
Make your bouquet serve as your "something old." Create a handheld design comprised of vintage brooches passed down from family members.
15. Succulent Wedding Bouquet Alternative
Photo: Shanda Lynn Call Photography,Florist: Plant Peddler
Succulents are a popular element in rustic wedding centerpieces. The plant can also be included in bridesmaid bouquets.
16. Eclectic Dried and Metal Bridesmaid Bouquet Alternative
Forget having a fresh arrangement and have a dried one instead. This bouquet got a glam upgrade thanks to the inclusion of spiked metal flowers.
17. Crepe Paper Alternative Wedding Bouquet
Coral charm peonies are beautiful but have a limited growing season and may not be readily available on your wedding day. If that's the case, take a cue from this to-be-wed and opt for peonies made of crepe and tissue paper and coffee filters.
18. Artichoke Bridal Bouquet Alternative
Photo: Kirsten Marie Photography
If you're wondering "What can bridesmaids carry instead of flowers," try artichokes. These veggies are visually similar to succulents and are a good out-of-the-box plant for your bouquet needs.
19. Large Paper Flower Unconventional Bouquet Alternative
A single-flower bouquet is a new wedding flower trend, so take it up a notch. This couple decided one giant paper flower would really pack a punch and make a statement.
20. Neutral Non-Flower Bouquet With Fabric Rosettes
This is a bridesmaid bouquet idea that'll last as a keepsake long after the wedding. The champagne and white arrangement is made of fabric and has gold accents with pearl centers.
21. Metal Hoop Bouquet Alternative
Want to keep the bridesmaid bouquet lightweight? Have a metal hoop as the foundation for a small bouquet. And as a bonus, wedding attendants can take the design home and utilize it as home decor.
22. Parasol Bridesmaid Bouquet Alternative
If you're having a wedding in the sunny outdoors, give your bridesmaids parasols instead of bouquets. Parasols help block the sun but don't expect them to protect you from the rain.
23. Non-Traditional Wedding Bouquet With English Ivy
Photo: Josh & Dana Fernandez
,Florist: LBJ Events
Greenery vines, like ivy and eucalyptus, are incredibly versatile. We love how these alternative wedding bouquets are held together with a lacy white ribbon.
24. Reusable Lantern Non-Flower Bouquet Idea
Much like other non-traditional wedding bouquets on this list, lanterns are a versatile option. They can double as ceremony bouquets and reception table decor.
25. Silk Bridal Bouquet Alternative
There's something so timeless and elegant about silk flower bouquets. The bride and her mother got old jewelry from their family, deconstructed it, and put it in the faux rose bridesmaid bouquets.
26. Woven Basket Bouquet Alternative
Photo: Athena Bludé Photography
Baskets aren't just for flower girls. A basket is a great option for your other wedding-day attendants as well.
27. Simple Wheat and Greenery Non-Flower Bouquet Idea
Photo: Christina Lilly Photography
This is a stylish option for rustic or boho weddings. To add more texture to this greenery-centric arrangement, the florist layered in preserved wheat stalks.
28. Wood Flower Box Alternative Wedding Bouquet
Photo: Brooke Mayo Photographers
If you don't know what to hold instead of a bouquet, try this alternative. Work with your florist to identify vessels that wedding attendants could carry down the aisle before those designs are placed on reception tables as centerpieces.
29. Rustic Hoop Bridesmaid Bouquet Alternative
Photo: Emily Mathewson Photography
We know we already showed you a hoop bouquet, but for those who want a more natural choice, this one is for you. Have your bridesmaids hold wreath-style decorated hoops.
30. Mixed Greenery Bouquet Alternative
Photo: The Flowerman
The bride wanted to have all-green unique bridesmaid bouquets. That's why each person had an arrangement of seeded eucalyptus, rosemary, Israeli ruscus and sprengeri.
31. No Bridesmaid Bouquet
Contrary to popular belief, you can go without bouquets for your bridesmaids. Save some money and ask your florist to add more drama and romance to other parts of your wedding.
