Tip: April Showers bring May Flowers as the tradition goes. Bouquets have been a part of the wedding celebration for thousands of years. The tradition of tossing the bridal bouquet is believed to have its origin hundreds of years ago. Since touching the bride was thought to bring good luck, guests often ripped apart her dress, veil or flowers.

Tossing the bouquet was an act of self-defense for the bride. Today at the wedding reception, brides often have a special tossing bouquet made up so that they don't have to part with the real thing. The single women gather while the bride stands with her back to them and tosses the bouquet. The woman who makes the lucky catch is said to be the next bride.

Flowers turn a plain room into a fantasy, a bouquet into the personal expression of your love. To watch your budget, go with flowers that are in season at the time of your wedding. Check to see if your attendants are allergic to any type of flowers.

See if your florist has the ability to transport your flowers from the ceremony to the reception. If not, make arrangements for a friend with a van to help out. A good professional florist can design a bouquet to complement your gown, your height, coloring and the formality of your wedding. All honor attendants should have flowers or boutinnieres.