5 Things to Know Before Booking Your Wedding Florist

With a florist you can make your vision come to life. Your florist is the person who brings their expertise and creativity to develop exciting, unexpected design concepts for your event. It’s the enchanting arrangement of floral materials that create an atmosphere of joy, delight and comfort for guests at a wedding – or at any other event throughout the year.

Before you dig into your wedding research, there’s one thing you should do first: Book your dream florist. This isn’t as easy it sounds; after all, there are numerous factors to consider when sourcing your florist. And then there is the added pressure of a looming wedding date. To make matters easier for you, we've compiled five things to know before booking your florist.

Here are 5 important tips to consider while looking for a professional florist for your event.

1. Know Their Work

Before you commit to a florist, take a peek at their portfolio.

The right florist can be the most important decision in your wedding planning process, so it's important to choose a florist that resonates with you and your style. A florist that you like the look of their work and who has a style that lines up with yours is the first step to finding a florist for your wedding. Before booking your florist, it is critical to be familiar with their work beforehand. Look at the portfolio to get a taste of what they are capable of and make sure you understand the various types of flowers so that all aspects of your event can be taken into account for the final flower order.

Take the time to research your florist. It's easy to do with the internet and social media by viewing flower maker portfolios, testimonials and more.

2. Make sure they are transparent with costs

Pay attention to the fee structure.

When you are planning your wedding, there are many aspects of the wedding budget to keep in mind. However, one of the most important is hiring a florist that is transparent with costs. There are many hidden expenses that can quickly add up when working with a florist. Make sure they take all the steps to help you make an educated, cost-effective decision. Pay attention to the fee structure - what are their minimums and additional services fees? Many people assume that florists charge a flat price for their services, but it's important to ask and understand the range of prices beforehand.

While there may be variation in price from florist to florist, you can expect your invoice to include costs for the flowers themselves as well as delivery, setup and cleanup.

3. They have vast experience

Do they know their stuff?

When selecting a florist, look for someone who knows their craft inside and out, and loves what they do. A knowledgeable florist can help steer you in the right direction when it comes to choosing flowers and designing your bouquet.

Before you book your wedding florist, make sure you know exactly what is included and what else you may need, who will do the day of styling, what flowers they have a large selection of and which ones are their specialty.

You want your wedding flowers to be a beautiful component of your big day, but putting them together can be a little challenging. Start by finding a florist that knows their stuff and has vast experience in their field. They're more likely to deliver exactly what you want, which helps keep everything running smoothly on your big day.

4. Are They Equipped

Have they invested in their business?

With the right equipment and experienced staff, a florist can create beautiful arrangements that truly stand out. Floral designers should have access to several tools, such as a proper workspace and appropriate tools, refrigerators and coolers, delivery vehicles, and an experienced and enthusiastic staff.

A florist is a very competitive line of work and you should shop around for a good one. If you want to do this business long term, finding a florist that can create high quality product and has the proper equipment and experienced team will be critical.

5. Their client experience

Will they take care of you from start to finish?

You’re going to be spending a lot of money with your florist, make sure they are organized, reliable and professional. Before you book your wedding florist, make sure you know exactly what is included and what else you may need, who will do the day of styling, what flowers they have a large selection of and which ones are their specialty.

When you choose a florist that provides a luxury client experience, your flowers will be arranged and ready on time. Many florists can arrange flowers, but the difference between an average florist and one providing a luxury client experience is about how you’re treated throughout your interaction with them. You can expect someone who listens to your vision carefully, has great attention to detail, uses quality products, offers exceptional customer service from beginning to end, and delivers on-time or sooner.

With so many florists to choose from, we understand how difficult it can be to find the one that truly meets your needs. We pride ourselves on providing a luxury client experience from beginning to end. From start to finish our customers are the focus and priority, ensuring you get the perfect arrangement at a fair price.

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-Jill Savage