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Wedding Flower Tips

What would a wedding be without the beauty and romance of flowers? Flowers create a pleasing visual backdrop and atmosphere of aromatic delight. Yes, you've been dreaming about it, and now it's time to get down to the practicalities that will make your dream come true.

Here are answers to our brides' frequently asked questions:

What exactly do I need flowers for?
You will need personal flowers, i.e. bouquets for the bride and bridesmaids, boutonnieres for the groom, father of the bride and groom, groomsmen, and corsages for mother of the bride and groom.

Ceremony flowers - whether it's a wedding in the home or a place of worship.

Reception flowers - usually includes centerpieces for tables, guest book table and possibly the cake table.

What's the average cost for wedding flowers?
The average cost for wedding flowers can range between $800 - $1,000 dollars.

When do I start shopping for my florist?
If you know your wedding date, start shopping 6-12 months ahead of time. Many of the best wedding floral designers are booked well in advance.

Where and how do I begin?
Begin by gathering your ideas. Start collecting pictures of flowers and color schemes from bridal, home & garden and food magazines. Try looking at wallpaper or fabric books. They have wonderful ideas for color palettes.

Next, ask for recommendations from family and friends.

Finally, start shopping for floral designers. Believe it or not, at this point you do not have know the color of your bridesmaids' gowns, nor do you have to have a color scheme in mind. Your concern is to view their work and to feel comfortable with the the designer.

Don't be afraid to ask how many weddings they've done and to see photos of their work.

Once you have narrowed down your choices for floral designers, you can secure the date by leaving a deposit. Usually a deposit ranges from $50 - $100. Make sure you get the date in writing and find out if the deposit is refundable.

Okay, I picked my floral designer. Now what?
Now go armed and prepared. Bring in everything. Don't worry if you're stuck on ideas. Your designer will know how to draw out your likes and dislikes.

Your florist's job is to guide you, not to bowl you over with ideas that don't suit your personality, overall desires, or budget.

Help! We're on a tight budget. How can we save money?
Here are some pointers to help you save monbey when working with a florist: