{"id":19197,"date":"2026-07-20T15:29:33","date_gmt":"2026-07-20T13:29:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lavande-bio.fr\/?p=19197"},"modified":"2026-10-02T11:34:46","modified_gmt":"2026-10-02T09:34:46","slug":"provencal-wedding-lavender","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lavande-bio.fr\/en\/provencal-wedding-lavender\/","title":{"rendered":"A Proven\u00e7al wedding: lavender takes centre stage"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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In July, the Valensole plateau is in full bloom: purple as far as the eye can see and the air thick with the scent of lavender. We are also right in the middle of wedding season. It\u2019s hard to imagine a more natural setting for a wedding celebrated in Provence: the colour, the scent, the light \u2013 it\u2019s all already there.<\/p>

No need to reinvent everything. A few handfuls of dried flowers are enough to give your day that Proven\u00e7al soul your guests will remember. A fragrant toss as you leave the ceremony, mini bouquets on each plate as place cards: two simple ideas, one single ingredient.<\/p>

We have been growing and drying this lavender and lavandin in Valensole for four generations. Here\u2019s how to invite them to your wedding.<\/p>

\u27a1 Discover our full range of loose organic lavender and lavandin flowers: <\/i>Lavender and lavandin flowers<\/i><\/a>.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Why lavender belongs at weddings<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Lavender has always been part of the big moments of Proven\u00e7al life. It was tucked into brides\u2019 linen and used to scent homes on feast days. Here, we even say the plant brings good luck.<\/p>

For a wedding, it ticks every box: a colour that goes with almost any palette, a scent that instantly sets the mood, and an authentic, rustic feel that suits outdoor celebrations. And unlike fresh flowers, dried flowers can be prepared in advance and won\u2019t wilt on the big day.<\/p>

\u27a1 To learn all about the plant: <\/i>The benefits of lavender<\/i><\/a>.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Lavender or lavandin: which one for your wedding?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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They look alike, but they don\u2019t play quite the same role in wedding decoration.<\/p>

Lavandin<\/b> is the ideal choice for decoration and tossing. Fuller and more voluminous than fine lavender, it gives off an intense, long-lasting scent, and its super blue<\/i> variety keeps a deep colour after drying that lasts over time. It\u2019s the one for large volumes: confetti to toss, aisles, centrepieces.<\/p>

Fine lavender<\/b> (Lavandula angustifolia) has a softer, more delicate scent. Another advantage: it is edible. Keep it for refined touches and anything close to the table, the sugared almonds or the dessert.<\/p>

Tip: <\/b>mix both in the same bouquet. Lavandin leans towards mauve, lavender towards deep violet; together, the result is livelier than a single variety.<\/p>

\u27a1 For your arrangements and place cards, try our <\/i>Dried super blue lavender bouquet<\/i><\/a>.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Lavender confetti: a 100% natural toss<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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As you leave the ceremony, a lavender toss is a lovely alternative to paper or plastic confetti. The flowers fly up, fall in a purple shower over the newlyweds and release their scent as they go. It looks superb in photos, and there\u2019s nothing to worry about on the ground: it\u2019s all biodegradable.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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How to do it<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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  1. Allow about one to two handfuls of loose flowers per guest.<\/li>
  2. Prepare small kraft paper cones, cornets or mini muslin bags in advance to hand out at the entrance.<\/li>
  3. Have guests toss the flowers as you come out, arms raised, so the lavender shower falls beautifully on the couple.<\/li><\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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    Important: <\/b>more and more venues ban paper or plastic confetti. Dried lavender, 100% natural and compostable, is almost always accepted, but check with your venue anyway.<\/p>

    Tip: <\/b>for a denser, more colourful toss, loose lavandin is perfect. Mix in a few fine lavender flowers for the scent.<\/p>

    \u27a1 For a generous, colourful toss, choose our <\/i>Loose lavandin flowers<\/i><\/a>.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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    Mini bouquets as scented place cards<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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    On the table, place cards are often simple pieces of card. Replace them with a mini lavender bouquet tied with the guest\u2019s name: it shows their seat, gently scents the table and slips into a pocket or bag on the way home. A place card, a decoration and a wedding favour all in one.<\/p>

    You will need<\/b><\/p>