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Add a touch of whimsy to your wedding with Ikebana-style florals

pink Ikebana floral arrangement ^{Photo/Florals: Iris and Fig}

If you just clicked on this post because of the mesmerizing arrangement in the pic but have no idea what Ikebana is, no judgment. Let’s get into it a little before we dive headfirst into gorgeous floral arrangements. Dating back to ancient times, the term Ikebana has come to encompass the Japanese art of flower arranging. It originated with Buddhist monks making beautiful, thoughtful arrangements as temple offerings and has evolved into a modern art used to celebrate an array of momentous occasions…like weddings. Ikebana arrangements are characterized by their natural forms and minimalist selections. Each stem is featured prominently and there is hardly any “filler” like in modern Western arrangements. The result is a delicate, gravity-defying linear composition with plenty of negative space that adds a touch of whimsy to any occasion. Because it is such a specific art form, if you want this style for your wedding florals, make sure to find a florist that specializes in Ikebana. Now…enjoy.

white Ikebana floral arrangement ^{Photo/Florals: @soilandstem via @tesscomrie}

White Anemone Ikebana floral arrangement ^{Photo: Yangly Photographie}

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bright whimsical Ikebana floral arrangement ^{Photo: Jennefer Wilson}

whimsical Ikebana floral arrangement ^{Photo/Florals: Brave Floral}

wildflower Ikebana floral arrangement ^{Photo/Florals: Aesme Floral Studio}

Daisy Ikebana floral arrangement in gold ^{Photo/Florals: Frida Kim}

tropical Bird of Paradise Ikebana floral arrangement ^{Photo/Florals: @kate w via Pinterest}

bright magenta Ikebana floral arrangement ^{Photo: @Amazing Craft Ideas via Pinterest}

lavender Poppy ikebana floral arrangment ^{Photo/Florals: Branches and Blooms Design}

black moody Ikebana floral arrangement ^{Photo/Florals: AGOS MUNI}

Flowers: AGOS MUNI
Flowers: Branches and Blooms Design
Inspiration: Pinterest
Flowers: Frida Kim
Flowers: Aesme Floral Studio
Flowers: Brave Floral
Wedding Photographers: Jennefer Wilson
Wedding Photographers: Yangly Photographie
Flowers: Soil and Stem
Flowers: Iris and Fig

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