It's All in the Details

Thu, 21 Jan 2021 23:01:19 GMT

Floral Accents to Consider for Your Big Day

When it comes to wedding flowers, the options can seem overwhelming. Do your bridesmaid bouquets need to match yours? Do you want to add flowers for an arch or arbor at your venue? What if your ceremony and reception aren't in the same location?

Stop, and breathe... We are here to help you answer all of those questions and more. My name is Heather Heagy and I've been a florist helping brides for 30 years. Before you decide on your flowers it's important to consider a few things first.

What time of year is your wedding? If you want seasonal flowers, you'll need to keep this in mind.
What are your wedding colors and theme?
Where will your wedding and reception be held?
Does your venue have any special architectural details, a grand staircase or sitting area that you'd like to decorate?
What is your floral budget?

As you work through this list, you'll have a better idea of what you want and need when it comes to your wedding flowers. I encourage you to imagine your venue and picture what it might look like with your colors, flowers and décor. Below is a list of floral options to think about for your big day. Some are must-haves like your bridal bouquet, and others are "extras" you might not have considered before.

Here are some additional floral items to consider:

- Bride's Floral Crown or Hair Flowers

- Flower Girl's Bouquet (Or Basket of Petals, Floral Crown, or Pomander)

- Wagon or Carriage Flowers for Tiny Wedding Attendants

- Pew or Chair Arrangements for the Ceremony

- Aisle décor

- Newlyweds' Chair Decorations

- Lounge Area Arrangements

- Stairway or Arbor Decorations

- Getaway Car Arrangements

- Floral Crown or Collar for Your Dog (if they're a part of your wedding!)

We also offer a variety of rental items to make your wedding day perfect. And if we're already arranging your flowers, we are happy to help with votives, lanterns and more. Possible rental items include:

- Elevated stands

- Tall vases

- Lanterns

- Candles

- Glass cylinder vases

- Arbor (copper, wooden, or black metal arbor)

- Geometric containers

- Votive holders

Most brides breathe a sigh of relief when they see all of these options in a list. Our goal is to help you decide which items are high priority, and which arrangements might not be necessary for your special day. We are happy to work with brides of all styles and do our best to accommodate your budget. If you're ready to receive pricing and information about our services, get started by filling out the questionnaire on our contact page .

You're Engaged, Now What?

Thu, 21 Jan 2021 20:08:25 GMT

3 Steps to Start Your Wedding Planning

Everyone's engagement is different, but whether you plan to get married in 12-18 months, or you want to tie the knot in 6 months or less, it's entirely possible with the right planning. We've helped countless brides with all their floral needs, so today we're sharing 3 simple tips to help you get started on your wedding planning.

Step One: Determine Your budget

It's time to do the math and crunch some not-so-fun numbers. Before you can start anything, you have to figure out who's paying for what and determine your wedding's bottom line. From there, you'll want to prioritize... what's important and what's not? If you're not sure what to expect, a little market research comes in handy. Your numbers will likely change as you plan, so it's smart to start a detailed spreadsheet to keep with your checklist. If your budget allows, we highly recommend working with a wedding planner. It can help make the process go more smoothly and your planner will take care of the little details - so nothing is forgotten.

Step Two: Make a Guest List & Begin Considering Venues

If only you could invite everyone, right? Chances are, you can't, which is why it's important to spend time with your finance and both of your parents going over your list. When deciding your head count, consider your budget (how much can you afford?) and your venue (how many people does it fit?). It's entirely up to you if you'd like to give each set of parents a number of guests to invite, or a percentage of the total. What matters is that you have the people closest to you in attendance on your special day.

Your venue will play a large part in determining the size and theme of your wedding. If you know you want a small intimate ceremony followed by a small reception, begin making a short list of venues that fit your needs. Similarly, if you have a big family and are planning a wedding for 100+ guests, begin searching for larger venues. If you don't have a wedding planner, ask if the venue has a day-of coordinator. You'll likely work with this person as you prepare for your big day to make sure all details are taken care of.

Step Three: Hire Vendors Who Book Up Quickly, Including Your Photographer, Florist, Band or DJ, and Videographer

These are the people who will make your day beautiful and fun! Poll your friends for recommendations, scroll through Instagram for inspiration, and ask your wedding planner or venue coordinator who they recommend in the area. It's important that you find someone who is able to deliver on your vision and budget. If you have questions or want to receive pricing from a potential vendor, just ask. Don't hesitate to be upfront about your budget and tell the vendor exactly what you're looking for. We promise you'll know when it's the right fit!

Follow these simple steps to begin the wedding planning process and you'll be off to a great start! Staying organized and on top of your timeline is key, so make sure to write things down and put reminders in your phone for appointments, tastings, etc. Last thing... Enjoy the process! Your big day should be a celebration not a headache. We're here to help in any way we can and it's our goal to make our bride's flowers the least of their worries.

-Heather

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It's All in the Details

Floral Accents to Consider for Your Big Day

You're Engaged, Now What?

3 Steps to Start Your Wedding Planning