Typically more associated with weddings in warmer climes, orchids are now winging their way into weddings all over the world. If you’re an Instagram or Pinterest lover like us, lately, you've probably seen an abundance of lush orchid wedding ideas filtering through your feed. It's not hard to see why this bloom is trending for all the right reasons. Long-lasting and surprisingly versatile, orchids are available in a range of tones from crisp white and pastel pink to mocha and even blue and grey!

Whether you're getting married in the tropics or in a ballroom in a city, having a classic or contemporary celebration, or throwing a glam or boho bash, this chic, stylish and elegant bloom is perfect for all styles of wedding. Let them shine on their own or pair them with other blooms, the options for using them in your wedding décor are endless. To show you just how much we've fallen for these immensely beautiful blooms we're sharing some of our favourite contemporary Orchid Wedding Ideas that are #trending right now.

One Fab Day bride Carol's bridal bouquet was soft and subtle made up of pastel and neutral toned roses. For a cascading effect, she added crisp, snow-white orchids.

Capucine Atelier Floral paired dried foliage, Lunaria pods and Phalaenopsis orchids to create this ultra-cool and unique bouquet.

Say 'I do' under a canopy of orchids! This beachside ceremony structure by Bloom Box Designs features crisp white cascading orchids and beachy driftwood.

Oh-so-romantic, this Flore Creations bridal bouquet sees a mix of all-white fresh and dried flowers, including stunning white orchids, preserved roses and trailing Amaranthus. As a finishing touch of luxury, the bouquet is finished with fine, naturally dyed silk ribbon.

We're loving this moody bridal bouquet by Signature Floral Design which features cascading and mini orchids, velvety roses, chocolate cosmos, amaranthus and ranunculus.

One Fab Day bridal babe Robyn rocked an orchid hair accessory and an orchid bouquet alongside her achingly cool black wedding dress.

This blush and black table setting with pink orchids by Botanics of Melbourne is giving us all the heart eyes!

Sir Botanical created this epic floral wedding installation with mocha and Terra Nostra roses, magnolia leaves, amaranthus and the star of the show, Phalaenopsis orchids.

We can't take our eyes of this perfect pastel orchid creation by Bloom Boy!

A simple trail of hanging orchids placed by Natural Art is the perfect floral addition to this minimalist table plan.

Oh, hello chic! We're in love with how this pink Cymbidium orchid and white Phalaenopsis orchid bouquet combo looks which Sir Botanical paired alongside roses, pampas grass and painted gold leaves.

The pink orchids in this brides Bloom Boy bouquet finish off the rainbow look perfectly.

This one's for the colour lovers! To help her bridal bouquet stand out from her bestie's versions, this bride added cascading orchids to her Pomp and Splendour bouquet creation.

Signature Floral Design incorporated an elaborate mix of tropical orchids and garden blooms to create this unique, unstructured bridal bouquet.

An orchid provides the perfect finishing touch on each place setting like this one atop a calligraphed menu by Chasing Linen, styled by Kelly Oshiro.

What a showstopper of a bouquet! We're falling hard for One Fab Day bride Whitney's gorgeous floral design featuring crisp white orchids, pink and red toned roses, baby's breath and punchy red Anthurium by Frog Prince Weddings.

Grouped stems of white orchids, calla lilies, roses, and hydrangea in tall glass vases like these beauties arranged by Heavenly Blooms are the perfect ceremony backdrop for a modern wedding.

This all white orchid bridal bouquet by Rachael Ellen Events is positively drop dead gorgeous.

Earl grey orchids, mocha roses, carnation and white amaranth all combine to create this dreamy floral centrepiece by Mrs Gibbons Flowers and For Love & Living.

Two tall floral stands, featuring white orchids and peach florals stood high creating the perfect ceremony backdrop - to an even more perfect backdrop for this One Fab Day couples outdoor ceremony.

This bride's cascading orchid and delicate baby's breath bouquet by Poho compliments her 1930s-esque gown perfectly.

Crisp white and pretty peach toned orchids give some added texture to this romantic bridal bouquet by Precious and Blooming Floral Design.

Oh hello gorgeous blooms! These pretty pastel rose and orchid creations in sunset tones by Mrs Gibbons Flowers are positively dreamy.

Looking for floral ideas for styling frame-style wedding plinths? This pink and orchid creation is a knockout!

Oh hello there dreamy bouquet! This epic pink beauty by Clementine Posy features the soft pink orchids and roses, baby's breath and metallic sprayed leaves.

Mondo Floral paired crisp white Phalaenopsis orchids with lush tropical foliage to create this gorgeous oversized cascading bouquet for a beachside wedding celebration.

Orchids and roses marry beautifully with the dried foliage and pampas grass in this sandy-toned ceremony backdrop installation by The Rosehip and Berry Floral Studio.

Orchids, pampas grass, lunaria pods and cotton flowers hang like a cloud at this dreamy celestial-inspired wedding created by La Rosa Canina. Potted orchids also provided some height and texture along the reception tables.

Bower Botanicals created this draping flower garland centrepiece using white and mocha Phalaenopsis orchids, beautiful quicksand and blush roses, tropical leaves and pampas grass.

To match her uber-cool wedding look, One Fab Day bride Cathy carried a show-stopping arrangement of oversized orchids and roses paired with dried foliage by The Rosehip and Berry Floral Studio..

Dried foliage and Phalaenopsis combine to make this epic hanging installation by Nikau Store.

Orchids + jasmine + silver leaf cineraria  + pampas grass = one epic bouquet by Ambrosia Floral Designs.

A Guide to Using Orchids for your Wedding

• There are literally thousands of orchid types but the most popular are the Phalaenopsis orchid, Cymbidium orchid, Vanda orchid, Dendrobium orchid and the ruffled Cattleya orchid.
• Orchids are one of the most wilt-resistant flowers around, making case for the perfect summer wedding flower.
• Orchids are available all year round but as they are not native flowers they will have to be imported - so be aware if you're aiming for an environmentally conscious wedding, unless you live somewhere exotic, they're not a sustainable choice.
• Whilst orchids can be a little bit more on the expensive scale they also cover more space and can have a greater impact. One stunning orchid for example can have a greater impact than a whole bouquet full of smaller blooms. They are also great for ceremony backdrops and floral installations. 
• For a budget friendly bouquet option why not try a single bloom orchid bouquet? Orchids are perfect for this purpose and can really make a statement. You can also down on costs by giving bridesmaids a gorgeous orchid wrist corsage or orchid floral hairpiece to wear in lieu of bouquets.
• Work with a great floral artist that can help guide you in creating the look you want. Here is our hand-picked selection of recommended florists in Ireland.

From bouquets to centrepieces, check out more wedding flower inspiration.

Featured Image: Floral Design by Flos Botanical Studio | Photo by Lola Varma via Hello May