How do you envision your dream wedding? Are you floating down the aisle carrying a bouquet of the most breathtaking flowers ever seen? Do you imagine scores of flowers covering the altar and decorating the reception tables? If so, you will need the help of a great florist to help your dream become a reality. Not all florists are equal, however, and these are ten things that every bride should know about wedding florists.

1. Each florist has a unique style; look for one with a similar taste to your own. In other words, if every picture in a florist’s album shows very traditional rose and baby’s breath centerpieces, don’t assume that she will be able to recreate the spectacular custom wedding centerpieces made from cherry blossoms, orchids, and dangling crystal jewelry drops that you just saw on “Platinum Brides”. You are better off finding a florist who regularly designs the style of arrangements that you want.
2. Many florists can do a lot more than just provide flowers. Some also offer wedding planning services, or rentals for everything from tablelinens to custom lighting. This can be a real lifesaver for a time-pressed bride.
3. Trust their guidance. You hire a professional for a reason, and if she tells you that your favorite flower is out-of-season at the time of your wedding, accept her suggestions for substitutions. Even if budget is not a concern, you do not want to take the chance that an out-of-season flower you insisted on special ordering arrives the day before your wedding looking bedraggled and awful.
4. Prices fluctuate with demand. The classic example of this is that red roses cost an arm and a leg for weddings held right around Valentine’s Day. Either move your date or select a different variety of flowers if you do not want to pay a premium.
5. Florists can provide food-safe flowers for your wedding cake. There are two options here. You can request that your florist give your baker edible blossoms (so adorable on cupcakes) or that they find pesticide-free non-edible decorative flowers to decorate your wedding cake. This is a much less costly alternative to having a baker handcraft sugar flowers.
6. Your florist can move your ceremony flowers to your reception site after the service. This is a great way to avoid paying for more arrangements than you need, and most florists are happy to provide this service for a nominal fee.
7. You don’t always get what you pay for. Yes, there is a reason why the best-known florists charge more than some of the other ones. For instance, the floral designer who is renowned for creating one-of-a-kind fantasy centerpieces that not only match your reception décor, but also your gown, crystal bridal jewelry, the season, and your favorite colors will rightfully command a premium over the basic florist down the street. However, if you are interested in a very simple type of centerpiece, like a single flower bouquet, you may not need the services of such an accomplished florist, but they will still be more expensive. It pays to interview at least two or three florists.
8. Not all floral designers are in florists’ shops. Brides on a budget might consider contracting for the services of a florist at their local grocery store. They can often order virtually any type of flower that you want, the same as a regular florist. What you may not get is the same level of design service and delivery options.
9. If you ask your guests to take home the centerpieces, it may cost you extra. Speak to your florist about this beforehand. Some assume that the centerpieces will be going home with the guests and factor the cost of the vases into their estimates, whereas others will charge an additional fee for each vessel not returned after the wedding.
10. Finally, remember to ask your florist for suggestions on how to preserve your bouquet after the wedding. They will likely have all sorts of ideas, ranging from simply hanging them to dry to much more elaborate preservation services. After you have put so much thought into getting your wedding flowers to be perfect, you will surely want to keep some as a souvenir!

Laura is interested in wedding planning and wedding trends including jewelry,receptions and gifts. Sparkling crystal wedding jewelry will make you feel like royalty on your wedding day.

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