All About Roses for Your DIY Wedding Flowers

Standard Roses are a popular choice for a DIY bride when designing her wedding flowers. Fresh cut bulk roses are sold by the bunch (25 stems per bunch), and come in a variety of colors.

Add these little gems to your floral designs to add texture and visual interest to bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces.

Characteristics of Standard Roses Wedding Flowers

Fresh, textured and full of color, roses are a classic choice with a little more sass than roses. With ruffled petals and big blooms, they are both graceful and bold — and available in so many shades. Whether you are going for whimsical or sophisticated, these blooms will fit into your aesthetic. Here are a few features to consider before buying standard roses as your wedding flowers:

• Roses offer big, full blooms up to six inches in diameter.
• Blooms last long after they are cut.
• The flowers come in shades of pink, red, purple, white, green, yellow and quicksand beige.
• They are typically a symbol of love and purity.
• Popular wedding flower with no sign of slowing down in popularity
• Blends well with any other flower choices

 Now that you know a little more about what to expect from standard roses, let's move on to the how-to incorporate them into your wedding.

Meaning of Roses

Roses have a long and storied history, and the meaning of roses has changed throughout the ages. In ancient Greece, roses were associated with Aphrodite, the goddess of love. Later, in Roman times, roses were thought to be a symbol of secrecy and silence. In the language of flowers, each color rose has a different meaning.

Rose Color Meanings:

• Red Roses: Love, Beauty, Courage and Respect
• White Roses: Purity, Innocence, Silence and Reverence
• Pink Roses: Grace, Joy, Appreciation and Perfect Happiness
• Yellow Roses: Friendship, Joy, Gladness and Freedom
• Orange Roses: Enthusiasm and Desire
• Lavender Roses: Love at First Sight
• Earthy Roses:  Sincere Gratitude, Humility
• Coral Roses: Friendship, Modesty, Sympathy
• Peach Roses:  Appreciation, Closing of a Deal, Let's Get Together
• Bicolor Roses: Fascination, Change

For weddings, roses are most often associated with love, appreciation and gratitude.

Roses can also be combined to send a more complex message. For example, red and white roses together symbolize unity. Red and yellow roses together symbolize joy and happiness.

Roses have been around for centuries and their popularity as a wedding flower is only increasing. With so many colors and meanings to choose from, you can find the perfect rose to express your love on your big day. DIY brides will also love our bulk roses, which are available in a variety of colors as well.

Choosing Roses for Your Wedding

Love the idea of adding these unique blooms into your arrangements? Roses are a "filler flower" or "volume flower" because of their ability to fill gaps between other blooms. These flowers add volume, texture and color to bouquets and should make up about 35% of the total design. Roses are also versatile and will work for almost any kind of arrangement.

Here are the best ways to use roses in your wedding flower arrangements:

• Bridal and bridesmaid bouquets: Make yourself and your bridesmaids stand out with bouquets of beautiful roses and other blooms. We recommend using six to 12 stems to offset your bridal bouquet and three to five stems for each of your bridesmaids.
• Boutonnieres and corsages: Roses offer the perfect balance between large and small. In addition to big arrangements, they also work beautifully in small designs like boutonnieres. Use one or two blooms for boutonnieres and two to three for corsages.
• Centerpieces and large arrangements: Add fresh roses to your table decor and other large arrangements. Use three to six stems for centerpieces and 10 to 25 for bigger designs.

There are a few things to consider before choosing which roses will be best for your DIY Wedding. Here is what you should keep in mind:

• Budget: Roses are a popular choice because they are relatively affordable, especially when purchased in bulk. Consider your budget and how many roses you will need for your arrangements before making a purchase.
• Color: With so many color options available, it is important to choose the right hue for your wedding. Consider your wedding color palette and choose roses that will complement your other flowers.
• Vibe: For a boho chic wedding, go for earthy tones like sandy, peach, or brown. For a romantic affair, opt for red or pink roses. And for a classic wedding, white roses are always a popular choice. For a wildflower feel, try using a mix of brighter colors. When in doubt, you can go for classic and timeless ivory roses, which can be paired with any other flowers or arrangements.
• Variety: There are many different varieties of roses, each with its own unique shape, size and color. Choose the right rose for your arrangement based on the overall look you are going for.

When it comes to DIY wedding flowers, roses are a classic choice that will never go out of style. With so many color and variety options available, you can find the perfect rose for your DIY wedding.

Many Uses of Roses for Your DIY Wedding

Rose arrangements are beautiful and easy to make. They are a classic for DIY brides and seasoned florists alike.

DIY brides love Rose flowers because they are both versatile and affordable. You can use these flowers to create bouquets, centerpieces, boutonnieres, arch arrangements, aisle flower markers, bud vases, mason jars, and other wedding decorations. Plus, they are a long-lasting flower that will stay fresh throughout your big day.

If you are looking for a DIY flower that is both beautiful and budget-friendly, consider Roses. With its wide range of colors, it is easy to find the perfect shade to match your wedding theme. Plus, they are a long-lasting flower that will stay fresh throughout your big day.

There are many ways to use Roses in your DIY wedding, and we have you covered! Here are a few of our favorite ideas for using roses:

• Bouquets: Roses makes a beautiful addition to any bouquet. They are available in a wide range of colors, so you can easily find the perfect shade to match your wedding theme. Roses pair well with any other flower. Consider adding some smaller blooms like Blue Thistle and Lisianthus to add texture and variety to your bouquets.
• Centerpieces: Roses are the perfect way to add a pop of color to your wedding centerpieces. You can use them alone or mix them with other flowers. Hydrangea can be added to rose centerpieces for a more full, elegant look.
• Bud Vases: If you are looking for a DIY wedding favor that is simple and striking, consider making bud vases with Roses. You can add them to tables for decoration or give them to guests as they leave.
• Mason Jars: Roses are the perfect size to fit in mason jars. You can use them to create simple and elegant centerpieces or DIY wedding favors.
• Compote Dishes: For a classy DIY wedding, consider using compote dishes filled with Roses.
• Boutonnieres: Create beautiful and bright boutonnieres by using Rose flower blooms. Mix and match colors and other flowers for extra texture!  If the standard rose boutonniere is too big, we recommend opting for a Spray Rose. You will have the same feel, only a smaller sized bloom.
• Corsages: DIY brides love using Rose blooms in their wedding corsages to add bright colors and exciting flowers. Like with boutonnieres, the Spray Rose may be a better fit.
• Table Runners: For a DIY wedding that is both fun and elegant, consider using Rose petals to create table runners. You can also use them to decorate the aisle for your ceremony.
• DIY Wedding Decorations: Roses can be used to create a variety of wedding decorations, from bouquets and centerpieces to boutonnieres and corsages or even arch arrangements and fresh floral wreaths.
• Cake Decorations: Add some Roses to your wedding cake for a beautiful and unique touch. Carnations and Greenery are also great additions to your cake flowers!
• Wedding Favors: Give your guests Rose seed packets as wedding favors so they can grow their own flowers at home. Or opt to hand out a single rose for every guest to take home with them.
• Arch or Arbor Arrangements: For a truly unique DIY wedding decoration, try creating an arrangement of Roses for your ceremony arch or arbor. Decorate your wedding arch or arbor with Roses for a beautiful and classic touch. Since any flower can be added with roses, feel free to use your creativity with blooms like Delphinium and Protea.
• Ceremony Urns: Ceremony Urns and big, beautiful Roses just go together. DIY brides love using Roses in their urn arrangements for a stunning display. Add other flowers like Hydrangea, Lisianthus and snapdragons for more height and texture!
• Hanging Installations: Roses make beautiful hanging decorations. Try creating a DIY wedding decoration by suspending Rose blooms from the ceiling or an archway. Be sure to include lots of Greenery to fill out the space!
• Aisle Flowers: Line your ceremony aisle with Roses for a beautiful and unique touch. Snapdragons and Baby Eucalyptus pair well with roses here too.

No matter how you use them, Roses are a great DIY flower for your wedding. With their wide range of color options and long-lasting blooms, they are sure to add beauty and style to your big day. Plus, they are an affordable option that will help you stay within your budget. So if you are looking for a DIY flower that meets all of your needs, consider Roses. You will not be disappointed!

Buy Fresh Roses Online for Your DIY Wedding

When you are ready to put your dream wedding together with DIY skill, Flower Moxie is here to make it simple. Shop our gorgeous selection of roses wedding flowers online — and explore our chic design ideas for more inspiration.

If you are looking for an easy way to add roses flowers to your wedding decor, look no further than Flower Moxie. We offer a wide variety of roses flowers in every color. In addition, we offer a convenient online ordering system so you can get your flowers delivered right to your door via FedEx or shipped Air Cargo by Southwest. Check out our shipping options here. If you are looking for bunches upon bunches of roses flowers, consider buying in bulk. Flower Moxie offers a wide selection of roses flowers for bulk purchase. Shop our selection here.

If you are planning to DIY your wedding flowers, we recommend that you place your order for wedding supplies at least 2 to 3 months before the big day. By being proactive and placing your order early, you can to help avoid any last-minute stress on your big day and have less items on your checklist. We will ship your flowers to you 3 days before your DIY Wedding or event so you have enough time to make them into the bouquets, centerpieces, and other arrangements of your dreams. Check out our timeline instructions and video!

Flower Moxie provides all of the information, tutorials, and tips that you need to create beautiful Wedding Flowers with roses Flowers. From bouquets to boutonnieres to garlands and more, we have everything you need to bring your vision to life.

No matter what your vision is for your big day, Flower Moxie can help you. For more information about our roses and other flowers, or to place an order, please contact us today. We are here to help make your wedding dreams a reality!

We hope you enjoyed learning all about roses and how to use them in your DIY wedding flowers. Be sure to check out our other DIY Wedding Flower Guides for more great tips and tricks! DIY Wedding Flowers can be a lot of work, but they are so worth it when you see the final product on your big day! Congratulations and happy DIYing!

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