How to Get the Most Out of Working With Your Florist
Most people have never worked with a florist before and it’s hard to know what to ask for to get the most out of your wedding day flowers. Here are a few must-know tips before meeting with your florist:
1. Come to the first meeting as prepared as you can.
Be ready to share as much as you can about what you would like your florals to look like. It’s ok if you do not know what the flowers are called (pinterest boards are always super helpful). There are so many directions to go and showing some form of inspiration, no matter how little, is a great jumping off point.
2. Trust the florist knows what flowers will perform best for your wedding day.
We want your flowers to look amazing and hold up all day long. There’s no worse feeling than ordering bunches of something only to have it come in looking frail and wimpy. While we are able to get more and more varieties year round, certain blooms hold up better during certain times of year. Your florist also knows certain types of flowers that may only be available around your wedding date to make it extra special.
3. Give them a little creative freedom.
Hopefully you have selected your florist because you like their style. Trust that they have your best interests in mind. When you allow your florist some creative wiggle room they are more inclined to want to go above and beyond and deliver more than quoted.
4. Let them know what’s important to you.
Flowers are expensive, and we want to give you everything you want and make it look like the pinterest board of your dreams. If certain things are especially important to you to have, let us know and we can allocate the best for those and come up with less expensive solutions for others.
5. Think Big!
I love a big statement piece, or two! Especially if you are working on a minimal budget, it’s important to spend your Monday wisely. Rather than trying to spread your dollars to have something on every table, invest in one or two larger installations. It will make a major difference in photos and wow your guests!
Kathleen is a Birmingham based florist and stylist. Her business, Edna K, comes from her first name (Edna) after her grandmother. With a background in prop styling, art direction and graphic design Kathleen brings a unique and artful perspective to her floral design. Visit her website for more information ednakdesign.com or email her at Kathleen@ednakdesign.com.