Wedding trends may come and go but there are certain fundamental elements that will never go out of style. One of these is the inclusion of flowers, both during the ceremony as bouquets and as a decorative item for the reception. Choosing the right flowers is an important part of the planning for many brides-to-be yet it can sometimes be a difficult and overwhelming decision with so many different options available.

Like many brides-to-be, you may want to find the perfect balance between traditional style, whimsical beauty, and a modern and fashionable look for your wedding. Here are three gorgeous floral design trends that you might like to incorporate into your impending wedding celebrations.

1. Monochromatic flowers

For a modern yet romantic floral design, choosing a selection of monochromatic blooms is a wonderful idea. This involves using a variety of flowers that are different shades of the same base color instead of a multicolored palette.

Pinks, peaches, lavenders, and yellows are all beautiful choices as a base color. They look stunning and also provide you with plenty of options for different flower varieties to include in your floral pieces.

2. Mini succulent centerpieces

Instead of traditional floral centerpieces for your guests' tables, you can use lovely succulents in small containers to create a verdant and unique look. Although succulents aren't as vivid and brightly colored as flowers, they still offer enough variety in shades, textures, and shapes to give your tables plenty of style and beauty.

This idea also gives you the opportunity to send your guests home with a living party favor that will be a treasured memento of your special day. Make sure that you provide one for each guest and put them in a decorative glass or ceramic pot along with personalized care instructions for an extra special touch.

3. Hanging arrangements

Another striking and appealing floral design trend for weddings is to think vertical instead of sticking to more traditional horizontal floral designs. This is a great way to add a sense of grandeur to an otherwise unremarkable venue and create a memorable look for your nuptials.

Decadent floral chandeliers and individual flowers attached to lengths of fishing line to create gorgeous floral bunting are popular choices. Make sure you opt for hardy flower varieties if you're going to use floral bunting so the blooms don't perish before the day is through. For a more sculptural look, you can add flowers to rattan hoops, geometric timber frames, or large pieces of driftwood.