"Choosing the Perfect Design for Paper Items: A Collection of Beautiful Plant Motifs with Meaning for Your Wedding"
2015.11.03 published
What are the recommended motifs for weddings?
There are so many things you want to use for your wedding, right? Choosing a motif or theme for your wedding from all those options is very important! What kind of motif or theme will you choose?
Plant motifs like flowers and leaves have auspicious meanings, and they create a natural and organic atmosphere that is very beautiful. Here, we introduce adorable wedding items with plant motifs that will bring happiness to your wedding.
It is said that when you find a four-leaf clover, you will become happy! This comes from the fact that the four leaves resemble the shape of a cross. Each of the four leaves represents "love, health, wealth, and fame," and all together they signify "true love." ♡
A wedding cake adorned with four-leaf clovers seems like it will bring happiness! It looks like happiness can reach not only the newlyweds but also the guests. ♩
The table number for the guest tables is decided to be a four-leaf clover motif! If you have a photo frame or notes with it in your everyday life, it makes you feel like happiness will continue. ♩
The flower language of forget-me-nots is "true love," "true affection," and "don't forget me"! The English name is "forget-me-not," directly reflecting the meaning. ♡ The motif of a dove, which symbolizes peace and love, holding a forget-me-not is a symbol of love and fidelity, perfect for brides. ♡
Wearing a pure forget-me-not colored dress, which seems like it was made just for brides, allows you to become the most pure bride in the world. ♩ A blue colored dress is refreshing, girly, and very cute! ♡
Happiness-bringing 'plant motif' 3: Lily of the Valley
The stories surrounding the flower language of lily of the valley are all lovely. In France, there's a custom called "Lily of the Valley Day," where people give lilies of the valley to loved ones, and it's said that "the person who receives it will find happiness." *
Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, who married Prince William of the UK, also had a bouquet of lilies of the valley. ♡ Additionally, Princess Grace Kelly of Monaco also carried a bouquet of lilies of the valley! It is frequently used in royal weddings. ♩ Many people may have thought that a lily of the valley bouquet would be nice after seeing Catherine's bridal appearance on TV...
In Greek mythology, orange blossom is considered the flower that Zeus gave to Hera. Since then, in Europe, brides have begun wearing crowns made of orange blossoms during weddings. ♡ Of course, Queen Victoria of England, who first wore a pure white wedding dress, had a crown made from orange blossoms. *
It may also be nice to use the scent of orange blossoms for wedding perfume. ♩ Jo Malone's fragrance has a citrus scent that is refreshing and smells wonderful! It's not just the crown, wearing the perfume may bring even better fortune. ♩
In Europe, apples symbolize "love, youth, and so on." ♩ Their round shape represents eternity and is very auspicious! They are also a popular motif for Disney princess Snow White! ♡
Place apples on plates! ♩ It's common overseas to take a big bite out of apples! Let your guests snack freely before and after the reception. ♩ It's also recommended to use them as a petite gift. ◎
While not very familiar in Japan, in Europe, mistletoe is famous as a tree that brings good fortune! It is said to have mysterious powers and has been used in Harry Potter!
The lovely legend of "mistletoe." It is said that men and women who meet under the mistletoe may kiss! ♩ The words "So I can kiss you anytime & want" are charming. ♡ A wedding photo under the mistletoe would also be lovely!
Plant motifs are vital decisions that will be needed in various places for your wedding, such as the design of paper items. Knowing their origins and hidden meanings will help you choose auspicious and happy motifs, ensuring an even happier wedding! ♡