I chose this picture of peonies because almost all Brides are familiar with them. All Brides that are familiar with them also know that at times they may be rather tuff to have for a wedding date outside of Spring. When you visit with a florist to discuss wedding flowers you should have a pretty good idea of what type of flowers appeal to you. You might have just been looking at pictures on line or have a clear knowledge of the flowers themselves. As a professional wedding vendor it is our job to be able to educate Brides to be and consumers alike what is available and when. With that in mind it is also essential for a Bride to be flexible and know that at times substitutions may have to be made. So during the consultation it is great if the florist is able to make alternative suggestions for substitutions right on the spot. This shows you that 1, they know there stuff and 2, that your requests will be made once you sign the contract and you don't wind up with something completely different than you imaged on your wedding day.
The best compliment I get when discussing
wedding day flowers with a Bride is that she completely trusts me. I have left her feeling confident that what ever comes along in the world of nature I can handle it and still bring the look she wanted in the first place to her Wedding Day. There is a small price to pay for this but it is worth it in the long run. There is nothing more upsetting than hearing horror stories about couples dis-satisfied with the outcome of the florals on one of the most important days of their lives. Not to mention flowers hold a key importance during all of the photographs taken during the day. So the importance of looking at the whole picture plays a key role in floral design. Think backdrops, color, locations, product availability and creativity.
Deborah Mooney
Lasting Florals
http://www.lastingflorals.com
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