You Don't Need Fresh Flowers to Have 'Real' Flowers at Your Wedding

When you think of wedding flowers, your mind might jump straight to freshly cut blooms, but there’s a beautiful, more sustainable alternative that still lets you enjoy the look and feel of real flowers. At a recent open day at the gorgeous Bradbury Glade, I showcased floral designs made entirely from preserved, dried, and handcrafted sola flowers, and they were a huge hit with couples looking for something on trend which just so happened to be planet friendly too.

What Are Sustainable Flowers?

Sustainable flowers include preserved, dried, and renewable materials like sola flowers—all of which are real, natural, and completely beautiful.

• Preserved flowers are treated to maintain their softness and colour for months (sometimes years!).

• Dried flowers are air-dried naturally and bring incredible texture and muted tones.

• Sola flowers are a personal favourite of mine. They’re made from the pith of the sola plant—a lightweight, renewable source—and are fully biodegradable.

  
  

What makes sola flowers even more special is that each bloom is handcrafted by a talented group of women in Thailand. My trusted supplier works directly with this artisan team, and you can truly see the care and skill in every petal. No two flowers are ever quite the same—and that’s part of their magic.

Why Choose Sustainable Flowers for Your Wedding?

If you're thinking about how your wedding can tread a little lighter on the planet, sustainable florals are an amazing place to start. Here's why:

• Eco-friendly and low waste: No wilting blooms in the bin the next day—these florals can be reused, gifted, or kept.

• Long-lasting: Perfect if you're planning decor ahead of time, or want a keepsake after the big day.

• No seasonal limitations: Whether you dream of pampas grass in spring or bunny tails in winter, it's all possible.

• Biodegradable and renewable: Sola flowers tick both boxes, offering a natural, earth-kind option without compromising on beauty.

• Custom colours: Many sola flowers can be dyed to match your palette—whether you’re going bold, soft, or somewhere in between.

  
  

  

  
  

Bradbury Glade Open Day Highlights

Tucked away in a peaceful woodland, Bradbury Glade is a venue that works so well with decor that's in harmony with nature. It was the perfect place to showcase how preserved and handcrafted florals can enhance, not compete with, the surroundings. Here are a few more of my favourite snaps from the day:

Final Thoughts

You don’t need fresh flowers to create something that feels alive, romantic, and full of meaning. Whether it’s the natural texture of dried grasses, the colour of preserved foliage, or the artistry of sola flowers, sustainable florals offer a thoughtful alternative.

At Bradbury Glade, surrounded by trees and soft light, these blooms felt completely at home—and they might be the perfect fit for your celebration too.

If you’re curious about how to bring sustainable flowers into your wedding design, I’d love to help. Get in touch to chat through ideas or explore my styling options that honour both your style and the planet.

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