Friday Flowers: Phalaenopsis Orchids

If there was nobility in the flower world, the phalaenopsis orchid would without a doubt be a part of the royal family. Stately, elegant and a bit bold, it undoubtably makes a statement wherever it is used. Check out this gorgeous collection of bouquets that we absolutely adore!

White Phalaenopsis Wedding Bouquets

{phalaenopsis and calla bouquet by Bartz Viviano, photo by Mary Wyar via Wedding Chicks; white phalaenopsis bouquet by White Lilac, Inc., photo by Caroline Tran from this Modern + Elegant Beach Wedding}

Cascading Wedding Bouquets

{cascading phalaenopsis bouquet by Cathy Cowgill Flowers, photo by Aruna B. Photography from our very own Jillian’s wedding as seen on Style Me Pretty; phalaenopsis and cattleya orchid bouquet by White Lilac Inc., photo by Jose Villa Photography via Love and Splendor}

Amaryllis and Phalaenopsis Orchid Bouquet

{phalaenopsis and honeydew green amaryllis bouquet by About Vase, photo by Jason Masters via Arkansas Bride}

Peach Orchid Bouquets

{cascading orchid bouquet photo by Stephan Abry via Martha Stewart Weddings; peach rose and orchid bouquet photo by Johnny Miller via Martha Stewart Weddings}

Striped Phalaenopsis Wedding Bouquets

{rose and phalaenopsis bouquet via Martha Stewart Wedings; unique orchid wedding bouquet via Martha Stewart Weddings}

Orchid and Succulent Bouquets

{succulent and orchid bouquet via Martha Stewart Weddings; peach and sherbet bouquet photo by Kiss the Groom*}

Fuchsia and Purple Wedding Bouquets

{contemporary purple bouquet via Martha Stewart Weddings; purple wedding bouquet by Shell’s Petals, photo by Matt Haines via Ruffled}

How chic are phalaenopsis when used as a boutonniere?

Phalaenopsis Orchid Boutonnieres

{fuchsia boutonniere by Natural Beauties Floral, photo by Heather DeCamp Photography via Style Me Pretty; white orchid boutonniere by White Lilac Inc., photo by Jose Villa Photographyvia Love and Splendor}

Are you using orchids in your wedding?  Do tell!

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