Here we are at the end of the four-part Fridays in March series.

This month we have talked about Corsages, Boutonnieres, Ringbearers and Flower Girls. After you've taken care of all the significant Men & Women & Children in your Wedding Ceremony, don't forget about your family pet!

Some Brides dress their dogs up in tuxedoes, ribbons or bows and some even carry a basket with the rings!
These dogs paraded down the aisle with some lovely green garlands designed so they attached to their collars.

photos by DavidoffPhotography.com

Check back next Friday for a two-month Series on "Wedding Ceremony Flowers" - Church Ceremonies.
The Wedding Ceremony Flowers Series is every Friday in April & May.

Having children in your wedding party can be a marvelous addition to the feel of your wedding day. Children add spontaneity, fun and sometimes a bit of sass to what can be a nervous and excitable moment as you approach your walk down the aisle.

Consider the age of the children in the wedding party. Smaller tots may do better with a Junior Bridesmaid helping them down the aisle, whereas school-age children can usually perform on their own. If you are thinking of a pomander ball for your flower girl(s), a good age is 4 yrs. and older. Younger children tend to over handle the pomander balls and the flowers may become compromised as a result.

photo by Todd Duncan

Other ideas for flower girls include head halos, or rings of blooms and greens that they wear on their heads - add thin ribbon tendrils down the back for that extra cute factor. Mini bouquets and baskets with flowers are also fun accents. Teddy bears with ribbons and flowers are great for the slightly shy children (think security blanket).

remaining photos by: Jonetsu Photography

Ringbearers can have a boutonniere to match the Groomsmen or the Groom, and if the little boy is younger than about 8 years old, ask your floral designer to use a safety pin.

This last photo shows a unique idea where the young attendant wore a smaller version of the Groom and Groomsmen's tropical flower lei.

Check back next Friday for (Part 4 of 4) March series;
"Corsages, Flower Girls, Ringbearers & Boutonnieres"