First of all you will need to check your Florist is available for your date. Many florist can be booked well in advanced and may only take 1 booking a day.
Now you will need to think about what you would like. Look for inspiration in magazines, books and the internet. Also you can really theme your wedding creating mood boards or scrap books this will also help the Florist to bring the Floral designs into a more individual and personal touch.
Most florist will have a Portfolio be aware of some who just use cuttings from magazines ensure you see examples of previous work and testimonials.
Book at least 2-3 consultation’s with different florists this will help you to decided which Florist truly understands your needs and requirements and can work with your overall budget.
In your consultation the things you need to discuss is your colour scheme, your dress, and bridesmaid’s dresses as these are the main factors for the design of your bouquet the bridesmaid’s. A good wedding florist will talk to you in depth about the type of styles would be suitable for your dress before going into any other details.
Flowers are natural products and trying to match the exact shade can be quite difficult, as a certain variety of rose may be the right shade the time you discuss your flowers but on the day of your wedding can be lighter of darker. It is best to discus another way of bringing the specified colour into your designs.
Your church or venue is there any restrictions for decorating with flowers. If it is held in a listed building they may restrict flowers and confetti taking place?
Is your Florist familiar with your chosen church/venue if not would they be prepared to view and advise the style of arrangements required.
If you have a budget then let your florist know as they can be flexible perhaps introducing different flowers especially if your require large arrangements. You can always re-use the flowers i.e from the church to the venue. If any displays are being moved check your florist can deliver, however could be extra cost for delivery and set up.
All florist will require a deposit to secure the date generally around 20% from the total cost of your quotation and full payment is required at least 1 month before the day of the Wedding.
I always ask for the bride to come and finalize their wedding flowers a month before the wedding to check all amount of buttonhole’s, arrangements are correct.
Then sit back and relax and look forward to your special day and remember a Florist is always to help and advise.
