The Best Flowers for Wedding Hairstyles: Top Picks for Brides, Bridesmaids, and Stylists | The Flower Hype
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When it comes to creating the perfect wedding look, your hairstyle plays a huge role — and adding fresh flowers instantly elevates it with softness, romance, and natural beauty. Whether you’re dreaming of a boho braid, a timeless updo, or a modern minimalist style, choosing the right blooms is key.
At The Flower Hype, we ship fresh, high-quality flowers across the U.S., making it easy for brides, stylists, and DIY wedding creators to order premium blooms in bulk for any hairstyle.
Below is your complete guide to the best flowers for wedding hair, featuring long-lasting varieties, styling tips, and why these blooms are perfect for bridal looks.
Why Fresh Flowers Are Perfect for Wedding Hairstyles
Fresh blooms add:
A natural, romantic touch
Lightweight texture that blends beautifully
Customizable color options for every wedding theme
A unique detail that photographs beautifully
And when you source them from The Flower Hype, you get florist-quality flowers delivered straight to your door — farm-fresh, long-lasting, and perfect for hair styling.
Top 10 Best Flowers for Wedding Hairstyles
1. Baby’s Breath (Gypsophila)
A bridal favorite.
Lightweight and airy
Perfect for braids, buns, or scattered throughout curls
Stays fresh all day
Available in white and tinted colors exclusively from The Flower Hype (lavender, blue, pink, hot pink, vintage pink & more)
2. Spray Roses
Small, delicate roses that hold up extremely well.
Ideal for romantic updos
Available in creamy blush, white, red, pink, peach, and garden-style tones
More durable than standard roses, making them great for hair
3. Ranunculus
Soft, ruffled, and dreamy.
A top choice for elegant or whimsical hairstyles
Works beautifully for brides and flower girls
Long-lasting when prepped correctly
4. Scabiosas
The best option for warm-weather or outdoor weddings.
Resist wilting
Perfect for tropical, modern, or luxe bridal styles
Striking statement pieces for sleek ponytails or half-up styles
A hidden gem in bridal styling.
Extremely hardy
Available in many colors
Great for textured hairstyles or lush greenery accents
Natural looking with a unique texture
Ideal for boho or rustic hairstyles
Pairs perfectly with eucalyptus
Holds up beautifully for long wedding days
7. Chamomile (Mini Daisy)
Whimsical and delicate.
Perfect for garden weddings
Adds a fresh, cheerful touch
Great for outdoor photos
8. Freesia
Elegant and lightly scented.
Adds movement and softness
Works well with vintage waves or classic updos
9. Eucalyptus
Greenery is trending in bridal hair — and it’s timeless.
Options like baby blue, parvifolia, or seeded eucalyptus
Adds texture and dimension
Complements white, blush, or boho wedding palettes
Soft, romantic, and ethereal.
Perfect for soft, feminine bridal styles
Works great in clusters for braids or chignons
How to Make Fresh Flowers Last in Wedding Hair
To ensure your flowers stay gorgeous throughout your ceremony, photos, and reception:
Keep flowers refrigerated until styling
Ask your florist to wire and tape blooms
Add flowers last, after the hairstyle is set
Bring extra blooms (The Flower Hype ships generous bunches)