Having Stargazer Lilies in Your Wedding

shutterstock_171266801The stunning and elegant stargazer lily is a wonderful addition to any wedding. At Julia’s Events we love seeing them included in bouquets, table arrangements, or ceremonial flowers. The soft beauty they offer helps to add dramatic color to any wedding. Couples want to find ways to make their ceremony and reception unique and truly their own, and flowers are an excellent way to accomplish this.

The meaning behind the stargazer lily

The lily family generally is associated with innocence and purity, with the symbolism dating back thousands of years to ancient civilizations such as the Greeks and the Romans. The pink stargazer lily in particular tends to represent prosperity while white stargazers are more strongly associated with purity. The rich, bold color of these flowers helps them make a statement wherever they might be used.

Using stargazer lilies for a wedding

In the bouquet

The lovely color of the stargazer lily can be the perfect addition to the bridal bouquet. Consider pairing white and pink ones with some deep red roses. The colors will perfectly complement each other while the flowers themselves will symbolize romantic love and hope for a prosperous future.

On the reception tables

The stunning color that the stargazer lily offers would also be perfect for a table arrangement. These lilies always look fantastic with pink and red roses. With the roses symbolizing love and the lilies representing purity and prosperity, the arrangement will speak beautifully towards the couple’s hopes for the future.

Welcoming guests

Many couples enjoy having a large, prominent display by the entrance to their reception. This type of bouquet can help add color and light into the room while adding to the decorations. They can also be a fantastic way to draw attention to guest books and seating placards. Consider an arrangement with a variety of different type of flowers, including a prominent stargazer lily to make the arrangement even more elegant.

Flowers are a wonderful addition to any wedding planning, and the stargazer lily in particular is an excellent choice. This flower has the rich color and beauty that makes it an wonderful selection for a number of different jobs in the ceremony and the reception. From adding a few to the bridal bouquet, using them in the reception table centerpieces, or using them as a part of a welcome bouquet to great guests, the stargazer lily will work perfectly no matter where it is used.