How to Hire a Florist for Your Wedding
- 1). Decide whether you need a florist or a floral designer. Floral designers will transform your entire venue. A florist will provide you with arrangements and advice on how to use them.
- 2). Ask friends, family, recent brides and coworkers to recommend florists.
- 3). Call at least five florists and ask about their availability.
- 4). Visit at least three florists with your partner.
- 5). Bring along pictures of your gown and the bridesmaid's gown, a swatch of fabric from the bridesmaid's gown and snapshots of the ceremony and reception sites.
- 6). Bring a list of your favorite flowers and any flowers you don't want.
- 7). Be prepared to frankly discuss your budget.
- 8). Describe your wedding in detail: colors, degree of formality, numbers of attendants and family members, etc.
- 9). Ask to see the florist's portfolio of weddings she has decorated.
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Ask if she is familiar with your venues and whether she is willing to visit the sites with you. Ask if there is a fee for this service. - 11
Ask if the florist rents accessories such as aisle runners and candelabra. - 12
Get a cost estimate and ask about delivery times, payment and cancellation policies. - 13
Compare the information and discuss the pros and cons of each florist with your partner. - 14
Expect to pay a 50 percent deposit up front. You'll pay the balance two weeks before the wedding. - 15
Reconfirm the details of the contract when you pay the balance. - 16
Make sure you have a contact number in case of a wedding day emergency. - 17
Have the flowers delivered to a specific person or an exact location.