When discussing flowers with a florist, remember that flowers that are not in season at the time of your wedding have to be purchased on the International market, and therefore will cost more. Also bouquets and arrangement prices vary and depend upon the flowers you use, and the number of flowers used per arrangement.Know that flowers for weddings at certain times of the year are more expensive, especially around Valentines Day, (all flowers go up in price then) and sometimes around Easter, and Mothers Day. Substitutions have to be made at times, and your florist can suggest flowers that can be substituted, if the case should arise.
Know that themes can be acquired through color. Brides that want a more expensive flower in their bouquet can order other wedding flower arrangements with a lesser price flower, and use the same color, therefore carrying on the theme.
Be sure to choose flowers in hot summer months that will hold up well in heat, especially for outdoor weddings.
Find a florist who is willing to make suggestions to save you money, and get dual purpose from your wedding flowers.
Remember it is better not to have your bridesmaids dresses match perfectly with the flowers that they are carrying. Their flowers will not show up as well in pictures, if they match the dresses perfectly, and remember (PICTURES LAST FOREVER.) Tell all your bridal party, (men and women) to arrive 30 minutes before you actually need them for pictures. Someone is always late and running behind, and photographers are on a limited time schedule.
Also the florist needs time to pin on boutonnieres and corsages. It is wise to assign a relative who is not in your wedding party, to assist the florist in finding relatives you have ordered boutonnieres and corsages for. Remember the florist does not know your family members and many of the venues, and churches have several areas that guests can come in. Not all family members or friends, meet at the same area, and many start socializing in different areas, before the florist can get the flowers to them. (It is a very exciting time for your friends, and family also.) A great photographer and florist, will do all they can to see that your day is carried out the way you planned it.
Most importantly, breathe, relax, and enjoy this moment you have waited for!
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