Before You Visit Your Florist
Courtney Taucede
Allegro City Flowers

There is a little homework that you need to do BEFORE visiting your florist. Following these simple hints should prove very helpful.

  * Bring a swatch of material to develop a color scheme
  * Have available the church directives - if applicable
  * Bring any photos of previewed articles for easy discussion about styles and availability of flowers
  * Have a general idea of what type of flower(s) you prefer
  * Have a list of everyone in your wedding party and anyone else who may need flowers

If you visit your florist prepared, then the visit will prove fruitful and productive.

When choosing your flowers, remember the overall look that you’re trying to achieve. The color of your flowers should highlight your color scheme, not necessarily blend with your gown and dresses. Brides tend to choose flowers that  “match” their bridesmaids dresses. For truly breathtaking pictures, try your swatch of material next to a flower color that you really didn’t think would match. You might be pleasantly surprised. Imagine what the photographer sees when standing from a distance. If you can “pick up” the color of your flowers, then it probably is a good choice. If the colors blend so much that the scene takes on a “washed out” appearance, then you probably will need to modify your choice of flower colors. Flowers add to the aroma and glamour of any wedding. Your flowers will probably get just as many compliments as you do for your beauty. Take your time with your florist. Get the most creative designs possible and everyone will certainly go “wow” when they walk into the room!