Flower Crowns – Frequently Asked Questions

1-5 days
Some flowers are more delicate than others and it is all based off of how strong their stock is. In general, with basic care, a crown can last from 1-5 days and for some flowers, up to 1 week before completely drying out. Obviously an artificial or faux flower crown will last for years and can be wonderful reminder of that special occasion

Build it too far in advance and, despite your efforts to preserve your crown, it will begin to wilt or discolour. Generally speaking, you should plan to assemble your fresh flower crown the day on or the day before you will wear it. It may be worth thinking about an artificial flower crown for your big day.

Some flowers and plants that are great for making your own flower crown include:
Chrysanthemums.
Daisies.
Gypsophila / Baby’s-breath.
Roses.
Orchids.
Magnolia Leaves.
Lisianthus.
Most succulents.
Airplants.
Seeded Eucalyptus.
Thistle.

Every girl wants an excuse to wear flowers in her hair, which may explain why flower crowns have become one of the most popular bridal accessories. Lots of celebrities have worn stunning flower crowns on their big day including Audrey Hepburn, Kate Moss, Sharon Tate and Brigitte Bardot. If you want to find out more about celebrity wedding flower crowns why not check out Vogue’s Seven Ways To Wear A Flower Crown (Like A Movie Star) On Your Wedding Day

A bridal crown, along with the bridal wreath and veil, is probably the oldest decorative form of headdress worn by women. With it the bride would symbolise her purity and it was also a status symbol for her family.

The answer is yes. There are many different ways you can wear a flower crown and veil together to give a beautiful and stylish look. For more ideas why not check out The Knot’s 15 different flower crown and wedding veil styles to inspire your own wedding day look.

Baby’s breath flowers symbolise innocence and purity, but it’s also a symbol of everlasting love and emotions that never die. This flower reminds us to always cherish the ones we love and to show them affection.

Grab some bobby pins or hair pins and connect your twist hairstyle to your flower crown. Also pin through to attach to the rest of your hair too. This will make it more secure so you won’t have to worry about it falling out. Another simple way to secure your flower crown is to wrap your hair tightly around the wire of the flower crown. If you’d like to know more why not check out this tutorial on 2 ways to wear a flower crown.