Gold, cream, and cascading blooms: how we design the Sofreh Aghd and ceremony spaces that honour the sofreh tradition.
Persian weddings are among the most floral-intensive celebrations in the world. The Sofreh Aghd, the wedding spread, is a sacred arrangement of symbolic items, and flowers are its heartbeat.
The Sofreh Aghd is laid on a floor cloth (traditionally silk) oriented toward the sunrise. Every element carries meaning: the mirror and candlesticks represent light and clarity; the herbs ward off evil; the honey symbolizes sweetness in the marriage.
The flowers woven through the sofreh are not decoration: they are participants.
Roses are the centerpiece of Persian florals. Red roses for passion, white for purity, and blush for new beginnings. We source long-stemmed varieties that can be wired and trained into dramatic arches and cascades.
Jasmine is deeply connected to Persian culture: its fragrance carries symbolic weight. We incorporate it as garlands, wristlets, and scattered petals on the sofreh cloth.
Tuberose adds heady fragrance and stark white contrast against green foliage.
Ranunculus and garden roses offer the layered, painterly quality that photographs beautifully against the gold and cream of traditional Persian textiles.
The floral arch behind the couple is the most photographed element of a Persian wedding. Our arches typically stand 2.5–3 metres wide and 2.2 metres tall: large enough to frame both the couple and their families in group photos.
We use garden roses, peonies (in season), and cascading greenery (eucalyptus, Italian ruscus) to create an impression of abundance. The base structure is welded steel, which allows us to transport it fully assembled.
Persian weddings require florists who understand the tradition. When you book a consultation at Bana Florist, we walk through the sofreh layout item by item, plan the ceremony arch, and coordinate with your venue's setup timeline.
Our studio is at 6126 Yonge St, North York. Call (647) 207-7071 or use the [wedding inquiry form](/services/weddings) to begin.
