Two of the most requested wedding aesthetics at our studio — and two that are often confused. Here's how to tell the difference and figure out which one actually fits your vision.
When couples come in for consultations, two words come up more than almost any others: "boho" and "romantic." And while they're often used interchangeably — and do share some visual DNA — they're actually distinct aesthetics that call for different approaches to floristry. Getting clear on which one resonates with you (or how to blend them) is one of the most valuable things you can do before your first design meeting.
The Boho Aesthetic
Boho florals are wild, textural, and intentionally imperfect. They lean into movement — trailing greenery, feathery grasses, unusual seed pods, dried elements mixed with fresh blooms, and flowers that don't look like they were arranged so much as gathered from a walk through a meadow.
The color palette in a boho design tends toward muted, earthy tones: terracotta, rust, ochre, dusty mauve, sage green, and warm ivory. The arrangement shapes are loose and asymmetrical. The overall feeling is free-spirited and organic — a deliberate departure from the tight, symmetrical designs of more traditional floristry.
Best for: Outdoor venues, barn settings, fall weddings, couples who love a natural, laid-back atmosphere. Boho arrangements often incorporate our farm-grown varieties like zinnias, dahlias, amaranth, and grasses beautifully.
The Romantic Aesthetic
Romantic florals are lush, soft, and emotionally evocative. Where boho reaches for the wild, romantic design reaches for the dreamy. Think overflowing garden roses, peonies, ranunculus, sweet peas, and delicate trailing vines in soft blush, ivory, champagne, and lavender.
The arrangements tend to be fuller and more structured than boho, with an intentional softness — not tight and formal, but flowing and abundant. There's often a sense of quiet elegance, like flowers that have tumbled gracefully into place.
Best for: Indoor venues, historic properties, spring and early summer weddings, couples who love a fairy-tale or garden-party mood. Romantic arrangements showcase spring crops from our farm — ranunculus, anemones, and sweet peas — at their absolute best.
When You Want Both
Here's the good news: these aesthetics aren't mutually exclusive, and many of our favorite designs live happily in the space between them. A romantic bridal bouquet paired with boho-inspired table arrangements creates a beautiful tension. Dried pampas grass woven through lush blush roses combines the textures of both worlds.
In our consultations, we often find that couples who say "I want something romantic but not fussy" are describing exactly this blend — and it's one of our favorite things to design.
How We Figure It Out Together
During your consultation, we'll look at imagery you've saved, talk through the feeling you want guests to have when they walk into your venue, and discuss the specific flowers that resonate with you. We never start from a template — every design begins with you and your story.
If you're still figuring out your style, that's perfectly fine. That's what consultations are for. Reach out to schedule yours and let's explore it together.
