Floral Ceremony

Designing Your Wedding Ceremony in Colorado

The ceremony is a thirty minute moment that defines the rest of your life. It is the moment you say I do, profess your vows, and step fully into your partnership. For something so momentous, you want everything to feel intentional. You want to step into another universe and be completely present.

Flowers are one of the most powerful elements that bring this moment together. They help define the atmosphere you are hoping to create. The way they are designed can shift the entire energy of the space. When done thoughtfully, ceremony flowers do more than decorate. They transform.

In Colorado, ceremony design also has to consider environment. Light, wind, elevation, and landscape all influence how a ceremony feels and functions. A mountain backdrop in Lyons or Boulder already carries presence. The florals should enhance the setting, not compete with it.

There are many different approaches to ceremony design. Below is a breakdown of common options, general investment considerations, and guidance on how to articulate what you are envisioning. A strong florist will help you refine your ideas and tailor them to your venue and landscape.

Arches

Arches have historically symbolized a sacred threshold. They mark the space where vows are exchanged and two lives formally join.

Arches are a classic ceremony element and can range widely in investment depending on structure, scale, and floral coverage. There are countless variations within this category, from minimal wooden frames with delicate floral accents to fully covered statement installations.

Everything is customizable. Scale, color palette, shape, density, and overall aesthetic can all be adjusted to suit the setting and your vision. In Colorado mountain settings, scale is especially important. An arch that feels dramatic indoors may feel visually small against an expansive mountain backdrop.

Below is an overview of the amount of florals you can have on your arch or wedding structure.

Arch Shapes

Broken Arches. Also known as growing arch, floral pillars, and probably about a hundred other names. These are greeat becausee they are stand alone and can be built to fit your needs.