The wedding is an occasion that, without exception, calls for the most lavish use of flowers.  The various steps in the whole proceeding are best marked by floral ornamentation.  In the procession to the church, the chauffer should wear a white boutonniere.  At the church, the ushers should have boutonnieres waiting for them, as sent by the florist.  The church is decorated with masses of flowers:  Hanging garlands encircle the walls; the pews often have clusters of flowers at the ends; the alter is flower-bedecked and often, there will be a floral archway at the start of the aisle.

Bridesmaids and Attendants

The bridesmaids carry bouquets of such flowers as Lily of the Valley, Hyacinths, Sweet Peas, Chrysanthemums and Roses.  The bride wears, upon her head, a garland that carries a "shower bouquet" of orange blossoms and myrtle leaves, an emblem of virtue.

The groom and father of the bride should wear white boutonnieres made up of different flowers.  These boutonnieres and the bride's bouquet are should be paid for by the groom.  The expense of all other flowers is traditionally taken care of by the father of the bride.

At the reception hall, or bride's home, after the wedding, she receives guests in a bower of sweet-smelling flowers; the whole house having been turned into a floral fairyland.

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