What’s a wedding without flowers? They’re as essential to nuptials as paint to a car or a cover to a book. Sure, without them, you can still have a wedding, but their absence would be noticeable, to say the least. They add beauty, color, and that personal touch to the ceremony and celebration. They bring together the bride’s dress and the groom’s tuxedo. They make a powerful centerpiece at tables. Need we go on? With such an important decorative aspect of a wedding, it’s crucial to hire a wedding florist that will provide the best product and service. Let’s take a look at some tips for making sure your floral vision is brought to life.
Define Your Floral Style
No two couples are the same, which means their visual tastes are unique. Florists specialize in creating custom aesthetics that cater to the whims of grooms and brides-to-be. Any of them worth their salt will have plenty of questions to ask right out of the gate, so give some serious thought to what you want out of your floral arrangements for when the big day comes. Dive into magazines, websites, and social media platforms to discover ideas and get inspiration.
But didn’t we just say every couple has unique preferences? Isn’t this kind of research just using someone else’s idea? Not necessarily! Often, couples find ideas online that they begin to add their own touches to. There’s nothing wrong with being inspired by existing great ideas! When you arrive at a design that sparks joy, you’ll be ready to answer all the questions your potential florists will ask.
Set a Budget
Wedding flowers cost more than some people realize, but some may have a price tag too high to even consider. It’s natural to have several ideas in mind (and struggle to trim the list down), so defining your budget may alleviate some of this stress. If a florist’s wedding flowers cost too much, they’ll be easy to cross off the list. Being upfront with every prospective florist about your budget is key here. If your budget is too low for their services, they’ll be able to let you know right away. Alternatively, they may be able to tell you which packages and services you’ll be able to afford, and which ones should be avoided for pricing reasons.
Research Wedding Florist Portfolios and Reviews
Want a window into the creativity and craftsmanship of a wedding florist you’ve set your sights on? Check out their gallery or other portfolios to see the work they’ve done in the past. Not only will they showcase the best this vendor has to offer, but you’ll be able to tell if they’re a good fit for your specific vision. One florist may be able to make high-quality arrangements, but if they don’t match your style it’s not worth pursuing.
Of course, a vendor’s gallery is like their highlight reel. What if the majority of their flowers for wedding events aren’t up to your standards? This is why customer reviews are so important! Browse the feedback from users on Google, Yelp, or any other reputable site to get a good feel for not only the product quality, but customer service and professionalism.
Tip: A business that responds to customer reviews—both positive and negative—is one that may be worth looking further into.
Meet With Each Potential Wedding Florist
“About” pages on websites are informative enough when doing initial research, but there’s no better way to get to know a potential florist than a consultation. During these meetings, you’ll get a feel for their people skills, organization, and professionalism. Ask about their availability on your chosen wedding date, where they get their flowers from, and their process for setup and teardown on the big day. This is a great way to build rapport with a florist who fits your vibe and shares your vision. The trust you build with them will help your wedding day be a success!
Consider Their Availability and Logistics
If you want a stress-free wedding, make sure to go over the logistics with potential florists. This step is frequently skipped by many couples during wedding planning—after all, it’s a tedious part of the process—but it’s well worth it in the end.
It’s a given that they be available on the wedding day, but go deeper than that. Make sure they’ll be able to work with the time of day. Plan everything with them—delivery, setup, flower maintenance, and even backup plans should something happen to any of the arrangements.
Hire the Right Wedding Florist!
Hiring a wedding florist who’s highly skilled in providing flowers for wedding events is about more than just choosing the prettiest arrangements. This is your wedding, after all, and you deserve to have an unforgettable day. Taking steps to ensure your visions, schedules, budgets, and more are in alignment can save you some serious headaches as you approach the big day. Take the time to meet with potential wedding florists and get to know them and what they offer, and you’ll be setting yourself up for success.
As always, Union Mills Public House is available to answer any questions you may have about wedding planning. You can even take a look at our preferred vendor list for our strong recommendations of the best florists in Frederick. Don’t hesitate to reach out!
