Keep reading for some tips on picking your wedding flowers.
When planning your wedding, there are many decisions to make. Flowers are a critical part of the event. They help create the ambiance you desire. Many brides need help finding and identifying what they like, so we’ve provided some essential tips!
Begin by doing your research. Look online at florist websites in your area to find a florist with the imagination and creativity you seek. Be bold and ask for exactly what you want; it’s your wedding, after all! Keep reading for some tips on picking your wedding flowers.
Know Your Theme
Planning and preparing for a wedding takes a lot of time and energy. You don’t want to waste either, so make sure you know your wedding theme and what “look” you want to achieve.
Are you planning an outdoor, rustic look, a formal evening setting, a colorful spring, or something else? Meeting with the florist will be in vain if you have not decided on your wedding theme and colors.
Determining Color and Style of Wedding Flowers
Deciding your wedding’s style may be the most challenging part of the planning process. There are endless options. Consider your venue, season, time of day, and personal preferences.
You may have an idea, but some other style or color might catch your eye when you look at wedding magazines or wedding pictures online. Once you have nailed down your wedding theme, you can move on to finding the vendors to make your dreams come true.
Meeting with a Florist
It’s essential to be prepared for your first meeting with a florist. Bring fabric swatches of the bridesmaid dresses, lipstick shade, or any other visual of your desired color scheme. Simply explaining what color you want is not enough for a florist to go on, as there are many shades of each. Your idea of red may be different than the florist’s idea of red.
Bring pictures of the venue for your ceremony and reception. These photos will benefit the florist if they are not familiar with your wedding location. Next, provide pictures of wedding themes similar to what you would like. Don’t ask for an exact copy. Every setting is different, and you want your floral arrangement to be unique. Your florist should be able to provide you with creative and artistic ideas.
Bring a picture of your wedding dress. Your dress’s color, style, silhouette, and details are important and will give the florist a great idea of your style. They are also necessary for designing your bouquet.
Create Your Wedding Flower Budget
Creating and sticking to your budget is not the most exciting part of planning your wedding, but it is crucial. Make a list of all the areas where you may need flower arrangements and those who will need bouquets, corsages, or other flower accessories. Remember, when planning your wedding party and creating your guest list, the number of people will affect your floral budget.
Is there a particular flower you want, or are you open to suggestions? Flowers in season will be cheaper than specialty flowers that are not. Decide if it is more important to have an abundance of flowers or a specific look. Repurpose your flowers using the same ones from the ceremony at your reception. Bridesmaid bouquets can become centerpieces or decorate tables.
Work with your florist to get creative and accomplish what you need within your budget. By prioritizing your wishes, your florist can work within your budget and create the floral look you want.
HISTORIC OAKLAND MANOR: THE PERFECT WEDDING VENUE
Nestled in a peaceful wooded area in the heart of downtown Columbia, Historic Oakland Manor stands proudly in natural splendor. Elegant Oakland is the perfect setting for ceremonies, wedding receptions, bridal showers, holiday parties, family celebrations, business meetings, or retreats. Schedule a tour today with our expert venue coordinators! Please call (410-730-4801), email ([email protected]), or visit our chat on our homepage to book a tour appointment.
