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Some points to keep
in mind:
The bridal bouquet
should be simple, elegant and complementary
- not overpowering. You want people
to see you and your beautiful gown,
not an enormous bunch of flowers.
Coordinate the wedding
party's flowers and corsages with the
overall theme that you've selected.
Decide on the quantity
of bouquets, corsages and boutonnieres
that you will need and order everything
at the same time.
Use a wedding flower
checklist to ensure you don't forget
anything. Discuss all this in advance
with your florist.
Consider using silk
flowers for the ceremony; they're easily
transported to the reception.
To save on the quantity
of flowers needed, use the wedding party's
bouquets placed along the front of the
head table.
It's highly recommended
to see a sample centerpiece, in advance,
when your flowers are in season so that
you have no unpleasant surprises on
your wedding day.
Remember floral arrangements
for around the cake or gift table and
consider whether you might want some
large potted plants or trees at the
reception.
Discuss with your
florist in advance if you want to preserve
your bridal bouquet. They should be
able to produce a less expensive version
for the bouquet toss.
If planning an outdoor
event, ask the florist for their recommendations
regarding flower arrangements that hold
up well under windy or sunny weather
conditions.
For outdoor events,
ensure that the flowers you've chosen
don't attract bees, especially if you
have any guests who are allergic.
Firm up the details
of your agreement and sign a contract
so you know in advance the florist's
delivery, payment, substitution and
cancellation policies. Make sure the
contract stipulates whether the florist
offers any freshness guarantees as well. |
