10 Flower Trends That Are Going To Be Huge This Year

With so many beautiful varieties, dahlias can be so versatile. "Cafe au Lait," "Labyrinth" and "Peaches N' Cream" will be some of the most popular varieties this year, according to Floret Flowers founder Erin Benzakein. 

From giant floral wreaths made from hula hoops to lush flower chandeliers, hanging arrangements are going to continue to grow in popularity, especially for weddings and events. "Hanging floral installations lend themselves beautifully to family-style gatherings," writes Grace Bonney, the blogger behind Design*Sponge. "Not only do they make for memorable decor, they also free up table space for more food!"

Similar to the farm-to-table trend, more and more people are seeking out fresh flowers that come straight from U.S. farms, according to the New York Times. Rather than buying blooms from South America picked more than a week before they arrive at your door, consumers are demanding local varieties from American farmers. 

Blooms in the marsala, burgundy and red wine color family are the most popular options for wedding and bridal party bouquets right now. "Whether you prefer Cabernet, Merlot or Pinot Noir, these delicious deep wine tones pair beautifully with a variety of color palettes, from bold jewel tones to soft blush pinks," Erin writes on her Floret Flowers blog. 

Colorful, exotic picks are making a comeback in bouquets and arrangements, according to the Debra Prinzing, the founder of SlowFlowers.com and author of the 2017 Floral Insights and Industry Forecast Report. Expect to see plenty of designs featuring orchids, bougainvillea, elephant ears and caladium foliage.

Simple arrangements featuring elegant greenery are on the rise, according to Pinterest. Instead of dropping a ton of cash on expensive flowers, brides and hosts are opting for budget-friendly foliage instead. They look gorgeous arranged in glass vases, or styled as a runner with candles.

On their own or combined with trendy blush-hued flowers, blooms in this pretty shade of yellow will be in demand, according to the 2017 Floral Insights and Industry Forecast Report. 

Soft pastel pinks are more popular than ever, but the muted, grayish hue referred to as "dusty rose" is the most sought after, according to Pinterest's 2017 wedding trend report.

Believe it or not, blooms once referred to as "filler flowers," like mums and carnations, are becoming a go-to choice for florists, brides and party hosts. "The thought of using common zinnias, carnations or mums for wedding flowers used to make some floral designers and style-conscious brides shudder," Erin writes on her Floret Flowers blog. "But heirloom varieties and new flower cultivars with uncommon forms and colors have turned heads and helped to change minds and attitudes."

Arrangements and bouquets featuring blooms in toned down, "muddy" shades will perfectly complement the neutral color palettes that continue to be trendy, according to the 2017 Floral Insights and Industry Forecast Report.