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I think that it's not a necesity... however what would you do with your hands? Is your father walking you down the aisle? if so, you could just hold onto his arm with both hands... and then I don't think anyone would think anything of it. However, if you are walking yourself down, in my opinion, it would look really weird.

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Thanks everyone, for sharing your opinions. I agree with most of you that it feels more bridal and can't imagine a wedding without one which is why I asked the question. But when I started to think about my poor brother standing up there holding it and started wondering whether it's really necessary or not... I also tried to think back to weddings I've been to and I can honestly say that I don't remember a thing about any bride's bouquet. And, since almost all my girlfriends are married at this point, there's really no point in throwing it! I think I'm going to go without and instead put the $ toward centerpieces or the arch for the ceremony.

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NOTHING is right or wrong or necessary or not on your wedding day. It's whatever YOU and FI prefer.

 

You could always have a wrist corsage made instead of a bouquet.

 

Or, as previously mentioned, set it on the table or have Mom hold it (I bet she would be honored).

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I agree that it would be awkward with your hands. Especially if you were nervous.

 

I think setting it on the table during the ceremony is a good idea. Just to consolidate your idea to put the money into a centerpeice, you could have a bouquet then put the bouquet into a vase on the reception/dinner table later. I'm doing that with mine and my BMs flowers so they don't go to waste.

 

I'm not throwing my bouquet either. I don't think there will be enough single girls, but I also don't want to ruin something so beautiful.

 

You can do whatever you want on your wedding. That's the rules. Period. But I think it would dress your pictures up. Just my opinion.

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I agree you don't need one. Personally I love flowers and can't imagine getting married without one. But that's just me. If flowers aren't you then I say dont' worry about it. That being said, I'd have the same concerns as others - if I didn't carry a bouquet I don't know what I'd do with my hands. However, if both your parents are walking you down the aisle then I guess it's not a concern. I also love flowers for the pictures. Just things to think about. I think you'll be happy as long as you do whatever feels right for you.

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