The theme and palette of your wedding will be represented in the way the ceremony and reception spaces are decorated, so it is very important to hire a florist who understands your vision and can work within your budget. Before selecting a florist or event designer for your wedding, get the answers to these questions.
1. How long have they been making wedding arrangements?
2. What style do they specialize in -- modern, traditional, romantic, etc.?
3. Can I see a portfolio of their work?
4. Are they familiar with my ceremony and reception location?
5. How do they charge for their services -- a flat fee or per-item fee?
6. What is the cost of each item: bridal bouquet, bridesmaid bouquets, boutonnieres, centerpieces, etc.?
7. Can the florist also provide an aisle runner, candles, candlesticks/holders, trellises, potted plants, etc.?
8. Can they work within my budget?
9. How far in advance will they make my bouquet and centerpieces?
10. Will the florist make a sample bouquet and centerpiece for me to see?
11. When will the flowers be delivered? Is there a delivery fee?
12. What time will the florist return to pick up any rentals?
13. Will they make a tossing bouquet for me? Is there a fee for it?
14. Can they tell me how to preserve my bouquet?
15. How many weddings will they be doing the weekend of mine?
16. Can they recommend seasonal flowers to help me save money?
17. Do they have creative and original ideas?
18. How much is the required deposit?
19. When is the balance due?
20. When do I need to give them the final table count for centerpieces?
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