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The bouquet may seem on first sight a trivial part of the entire bridal ensemble. But more brides are giving almost as much thought to the styling of the bouquet as they are to the dress.

Reams of post-wedding analysis were devoted to the simple yet dramatic lily-of-the-valley constructed bouquet used by royal Kate Middleton last year, after which there was an uptick in the use of the flower in bouquets everywhere.

Similarly, trends of all sorts do tend to drive what brides - and their florists - are choosing in modern-day wedding bouquets.

'Trends are becoming more diverse as every bride wants a bouquet that truly reflects her own personality,' says Hong Kong-based floral designer Solomon Leung, of Solomon Bloemen, specialists in custom-made floral designs.

Still, Leung is picking up on a few key trends. Among them are vintage-inspired bouquets, in colour and sensibility. He has been using roses and peonies in intriguing shades of dusky pink, duck egg blue and beige to hark back to another era. Changing gears completely, he is also often asked to use brilliant and bright florals - gloriosa lilies, purple vanda orchids - combined for an eye-catching look.

Given the vast range of options available, Leung says he first encourages his clients to eliminate the flowers and shades they don't want, whittling the options down.

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