A Practical Guide to Wedding Flowers
Our experienced and qualified staff would love to help you make your wedding day that little extra special by arranging stunning flowers and floral arrangements to compliment the style of your big day.
Our staff will take you through all of the options available to you and guide you towards a package which is perfect for you. But what does the florist need to know?
Theme and Style of Wedding
What are the surroundings like (both for the wedding itself and the reception)? Is it formal or informal? Classic or modern? What will the bridal gown look like? What mood are you trying to create? These are all vital clues, which will help the florist design an appropriate style for you.
How much do you want to spend?
Obviously you can't be expected to have a precise budget ready prepared, but a realistic ballpark figure will help your florist suggest appropriate types, styles and quantities of flowers.
The Colour Scheme
Are there any colours which ought to be included or avoided? What colour are the bridesmaid's dresses...? Or the groom's waistcoat? Or even the tablecloths at the reception? Swatches of material are ideal...failing that, a photograph or even a colour match from a DIY store will help.
Shapes and Sizes
What ages are the bridesmaids? How tall are they? Are there any other attendants to think about, (perhaps a page boy or matron of honour)
Hairstyles
If the bride or bridesmaids are having flowers fixed in their hair, their hairstyle may affect how the flowers can be fixed and what style of head-dress will be appropriate.
The Wedding Venue
How large is it? What is the lighting like? If the wedding will be celebrated in a church, synagogue, mosque or temple, are there any particular customs or requirements which the florist should know about?
The Reception
How large is the room or marquee? Do you want table arrangements and if so, how many? What is the background like...what colour and what material? Do you want arrangements for the car?
Bombard your florist with information
The more you know about your plans for the wedding, the easier they'll find it to give you what you want. Pictures, photographs, sketches, colour guides...it all helps.
Make sure you leave plenty of time before the big day...four weeks is really the minimum. Even the biggest florist can't manage many weddings on the same day and they are often booked up months in advance at busy times of year. You may also want an unusual type of flower, which will have to ordered especially for you.