Tips For Working With Your Florist For Perfect Displays
One of the most enjoyable aspects of planning your wedding is putting together the floral displays. Blooms are the perfect way to complement a wedding, bringing joy, colour and beauty to the occasion. You might decide to arrange your own flowers, but many couples choose to work with a specialist wedding florist.
Here are some tips to help you achieve your dream bridal displays.
Start researching early
Popular florists can be fully booked 18 months in advance of a wedding, so if you think it might be too early to set the ball rolling, it probably isn’t! Start exploring your options early by looking at the portfolios of local suppliers who suit your taste and budget.
Check out reviews and testimonials of past customers, and if you are happy with what you find, reach out for an initial consultation.
Look for inspiration and be open minded
While it’s great to have a clear idea of what you want, don’t develop fixed views too early in the process as this could mean you miss out on the best results. Look online and in magazines for arrangements that catch your eye, and create a scrapbook or an online pinboard on a platform such as Pinterest.
Consider the bigger picture, such as the style of your wedding dress, the nature of the venue, the time of year, and the overall colour palette of the rest of the decor. More formal and elegant flowers such as lilies and roses will suit a classic wedding format, whereas a bohemian or rustic wedding might suit wildflowers, grasses and so on.
If you have a traditional white ballgown style dress with a full skirt, then a large colourful bouquet will look stunning, whereas if your dress is shorter and more form-fitting, a smaller bouquet might work best. However, there are no rules and in the end you want a unique display that reflects your personality.
Consult with your florist
After reaching out to your florist, they will book an initial consultation to discuss your requirements in more detail. Explain the theme of your wedding and the ideas and expectations you have for the look and atmosphere. Be honest about your budget so that your florist can recommend affordable options.
Your florist will no doubt have many years of experience, so take advantage of their expertise! They can offer recommendations such as the best seasonal flowers to use, which will be fresher and also more affordable. They can also suggest types of display you may not have considered, such as wall or even ceiling mounted displays for smaller venues.
Get on top of the logistics
Your florist will need lots of detailed information about the layout of the venue, the dimensions of any furniture or architectural features that will carry displays, such as tables and stair runners. They will of course need to know the date, time and location of the wedding.