| Flowers can really enhance your affair. However, | | | | - Groom's boutonniere |
| finding a florist is not that easy. A good florist will | | | | - Best Man's boutonniere |
| be busy, so book early, and begin looking at least | | | | - Ushers' boutonnieres |
| six months before your wedding. First, search an | | | | - Corsages for the mothers of the bride and |
| online wedding directory to search for florists and | | | | groom |
| see their work. Then ask the banquet hall you | | | | - Boutonnieres for the fathers of the bride |
| are having the reception at for the florists they | | | | and groom |
| recommend. Some reception facilities may only | | | | - Flower girl's basket |
| allow certain florists (based on insurance) in their | | | | - Ring bearer's boutonniere and ring pillow |
| establishments so check before you search. | | | | - Aisle decorations |
| If that doesn't help, then ask friends | | | | - Altar or Chupah decorations |
| and family for suggestions. Call friends whose | | | | - Candles for ceremony |
| weddings you've been to and whose florists | | | | - Table centerpieces |
| created beautiful arrangements. Most | | | | - Cake table |
| importantly, ask if they had an easy time planning, | | | | - Live Flowers for wedding cake |
| and working with that florist. | | | | - Chair covers |
| Once you have gathered a few names, call and | | | | Remember not to be afraid to ask the florist for |
| get price estimates and make appointments to | | | | what you want. Don't be intimidated by the florist |
| see their work. Most good florists will not give an | | | | who tells you what you need. And don't feel bad |
| estimate over the phone. When you meet with | | | | to negotiate the price. Find out from the florist |
| the florist it is good to bring some fabric from | | | | how much will the flowers that you want cost. Is |
| your bridesmaid's gowns, so that the florist can | | | | the delivery and setup included in the price. Ask |
| help you with the colors and types of flowers to | | | | the florist if he or she has worked in the venue |
| use. | | | | you are using before. If so what type of |
| It is good to use a florist who has worked in the | | | | centerpieces do they recommend? |
| location at which you are having your wedding. | | | | Depending on the season different flowers are |
| That way the florist will know "what works and | | | | available for your use. Ask the florist which |
| what doesn't". A good florist will use many types | | | | flowers are in season when you are getting |
| of medium. For example, candles or chair covers, | | | | married. |
| and other favors. | | | | Don't hesitate to ask for references, or to see |
| Therefore, when you finally decide upon a florist | | | | samples of the florist's work. Lastly, get a |
| don't forget that you may need some or all of | | | | contract of what exactly will be provided for your |
| these items: | | | | affair. |
| - Bride's bouquet | | | | Wedding planning can be very stressful, and |
| - Bouquet to toss | | | | finding a florist is no different, except it can be |
| - Maid of Honor's bouquet | | | | really fun. Good luck , and take the time to smell |
| - Bridesmaids' bouquets | | | | the flowers! |