Roses for your big day
Inspiration for bridal bouquets, ceremony arches and reception tables — with the best Australian rose varieties to grow or order for each look.
We'll flag which recommended roses are typically easiest to source in that month.
Narrow inspiration by the dominant colour story.
Blush pink · ivory · eucalyptus
Soft, romantic and photographs beautifully in natural light.
Styled by Right Rose, Right Spot · inspired by @maggieaustinflowers on Instagram
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Soft blush · cream · gypsophila
A dainty single-hand posy — perfect for bridesmaids and flower girls.
Styled by Right Rose, Right Spot · inspired by Pinterest wedding boards
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White · cream · deep green
Timeless choice for chapel, garden and traditional weddings.
Styled by Right Rose, Right Spot · inspired by David Austin Roses
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Ivory · butter cream · fresh green
Textural cream mix that suits lace gowns and airy outdoor ceremonies.
Styled by Right Rose, Right Spot · inspired by @lambertfloralstudio
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Rose pink · mauve · dusty miller
Full-petalled cabbage roses in painterly pinks with silk ribbon trails.
Styled by Right Rose, Right Spot · inspired by @sarahwinward
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Hot pink · magenta · burgundy foliage
A modern statement palette for confident, colour-loving couples.
Styled by Right Rose, Right Spot · inspired by @putnamflowers
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Burgundy · scarlet · plum foliage
Dramatic and moody — perfect for winter and evening ceremonies.
Styled by Right Rose, Right Spot · inspired by @amyosaba
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Oxblood · black-red · bronze foliage
Velvety dark reds with copper-toned leaves for atmospheric evening looks.
Styled by Right Rose, Right Spot · inspired by @ponderosa_and_thyme
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Peach · coral · apricot
Warm, sun-drenched palette that suits Australian summer weddings.
Styled by Right Rose, Right Spot · inspired by @thefloralsociety
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Terracotta · peach · dried grasses
Earthy, sun-baked tones with texture — made for outback and coastal ceremonies.
Styled by Right Rose, Right Spot · inspired by @bloominous
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Blush · cream · buttery apricot
David Austin-style cabbage heads with silk ribbon — a Pinterest favourite.
Styled by Right Rose, Right Spot · inspired by @davidaustinroses
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Ivory · fresh green · trailing jasmine
Long trailing greenery suits beach and headland ceremonies.
Styled by Right Rose, Right Spot · inspired by @thegroundsfloralsbysilva
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Coral · peach · kangaroo paw · gum foliage
Loose Australian-native mix inspired by @florists on Instagram.
Styled by Right Rose, Right Spot · inspired by @lovemeflorist_
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Dusty pink · mauve · sage eucalyptus
Moody, romantic tones — a Pinterest wedding board classic.
Styled by Right Rose, Right Spot · inspired by Pinterest florist boards
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Blush · cream · candlelight
Low, lush garland-style arrangements keep sightlines across the table.
Styled by Right Rose, Right Spot · inspired by @maurice_harris_bloomandplume
Use this look →Plant bare-root roses 12–18 months ahead. Feed in early spring and disbud side buds to get long-stemmed feature blooms for the ceremony.
Spring and autumn deliver the fullest flushes across most of Australia. In summer, plan an early-morning cut and store stems cool until styling.
Contact a specialist rose grower or florist 3–6 months out and share your palette. Local seasonal roses travel less and hold better on the day.
Recut stems on a 45° angle, rest in cool water for a few hours, and keep bouquets out of direct sun and hot cars until the ceremony starts.
Use the finder to match cultivars to your palette, season and climate — then save your favourites to Roses I Love and share the shortlist with your florist.