What Is Wedding Bouquet Preservation? A Simple Guide for UK Brides
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Your wedding bouquet holds so many memories — the walk down the aisle, the emotions of the day, the people beside you. While the flowers themselves only last a short time, wedding bouquet preservation allows you to keep a meaningful part of your day forever.
This guide gently explains what bouquet preservation is, the different methods available and why so many brides choose it.
What Does Wedding Bouquet Preservation Mean?
Wedding bouquet preservation is the process of carefully drying and protecting your flowers so they can be kept and displayed long after your wedding day.
Both fresh and artificial flowers can be preserved, depending on the method used.
For many brides, this becomes a keepsake filled with emotion — something to treasure for years to come.
Benefits of Preserving Your Wedding Bouquet
There are several meaningful reasons brides choose to preserve their bouquets:
💛 A lasting reminder of your wedding day
Your flowers become a physical memory of one of the most special days of your life.
💛 A beautiful display piece
Preserved flowers can be turned into pieces of art — paperweights, frames, jewellery and resin keepsakes.
💛 Cost-effective in the long run
Rather than buying new arrangements or keepsakes later, you can keep the original flowers themselves.
💛 A sentimental heirloom
Many couples pass their preserved flowers down or keep them for milestone anniversaries.
Popular Types of Wedding Bouquet Preservation
1. Drying
A traditional method where flowers are hung upside down to air-dry.
This technique creates a rustic, vintage look.
2. Pressing
Flowers are flattened between layers of paper and displayed in frames or artwork.
Perfect for minimalist, delicate designs.
3. Resin Preservation (Most Popular)
Modern bouquet preservation involves placing dried flowers inside clear resin blocks or jewellery.
This keeps petals looking lifelike and vibrant for years.
At Sal’s Forever Flowers, resin preservation is our most requested option for its clarity, durability and beauty.
Why Resin Preservation Is So Popular
Resin preservation has become the favourite choice among modern brides because:
- It protects flowers from fading
- Colours stay vibrant
- The pieces are long-lasting and durable
- You can choose the shape, size and design
- It can be used for artwork, ornaments, jewellery, coasters and more
Resin turns your bouquet into a piece of art you can display or use every day.
Tips for Preserving Your Bouquet
No matter which method you choose:
- Act quickly — fresh flowers preserve best
- Keep them cool and upright after the wedding
- Avoid leaving them in water for too long
- Store finished pieces away from direct sunlight
- Choose a trusted preservation specialist
Creative Ways to Preserve Your Bouquet
There are many beautiful ways to use your preserved flowers:
- Shadow boxes
- Resin paperweights
- Ornaments
- Photo frames
- Resin clutch bags
- Tealight holders
- Jewellery pieces
- Coasters
These become meaningful gifts for anniversaries, parents and bridesmaids.
Cost of Wedding Bouquet Preservation
Prices vary depending on the method and the final piece you choose.
As a general guide:
- DIY drying or pressing: £25–£85
- Professional resin preservation at Sal’s Forever Flowers: £20–£330, depending on the piece
Each option offers something completely unique.
Finding a Professional Preservation Specialist
Choosing someone experienced is important, especially when trusting them with something so sentimental.
At Sal’s Forever Flowers, we are a multi-award-winning bouquet preservation studio based in Telford, Shropshire, preserving hundreds of bouquets every year.
We always encourage couples to:
- Read reviews
- Look at photos of past work
- Ask questions
- Check turnaround times
- Choose someone they feel comfortable with
When Should You Preserve Your Bouquet?
The best time to arrange preservation is:
✔ Before your wedding (recommended)
OR
✔ Within 48 hours after the day
The sooner your flowers arrive with a specialist, the better the final result will be.
If you’re considering preserving your bouquet, now is the perfect time to reach out — even if your wedding is months away.
💛 If you'd love to keep a piece of your wedding forever, I’d be honoured to help.