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Expert Tips: How to Get the Most out of Working with your Florist

How to Get the Most Out of Working With Your Florist

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Most people have never worked with a florist before and it’s hard to know what to ask for to get the most out of your wedding day flowers.  Here are a few must-know tips before meeting with your florist:

1.     Come to the first meeting as prepared as you can. 

Be ready to share as much as you can about what you would like your florals to look like.  It’s ok if you do not know what the flowers are called (pinterest boards are always super helpful). There are so many directions to go and showing some form of inspiration, no matter how little, is a great jumping off point.

2.     Trust the florist knows what flowers will perform best for your wedding day.

We want your flowers to look amazing and hold up all day long.  There’s no worse feeling than ordering bunches of something only to have it come in looking frail and wimpy. While we are able to get more and more varieties year round, certain blooms hold up better during certain times of year.  Your florist also knows certain types of flowers that may only be available around your wedding date to make it extra special.

3.     Give them a little creative freedom.

Hopefully you have selected your florist because you like their style. Trust that they have your best interests in mind.  When you allow your florist some creative wiggle room they are more inclined to want to go above and beyond and deliver more than quoted.

4.     Let them know what’s important to you.

Flowers are expensive, and we want to give you everything you want and make it look like the pinterest board of your dreams.  If certain things are especially important to you to have, let us know and we can allocate the best for those and come up with less expensive solutions for others. 

5.     Think Big!

I love a big statement piece, or two!  Especially if you are working on a minimal budget, it’s important to spend your Monday wisely.  Rather than trying to spread your dollars to have something on every table, invest in one or two larger installations.  It will make a major difference in photos and wow your guests!

 

Kathleen is a Birmingham based florist and stylist.  Her business, Edna K, comes from her first name (Edna) after her grandmother.  With a background in prop styling, art direction and graphic design Kathleen brings a unique and artful perspective to her floral design. Visit her website for more information ednakdesign.com or email her at Kathleen@ednakdesign.com.

 

Gold Leaf Floral

Based right here in Birmingham, Alabama, Gold Leaf Floral is your one stop floral shop for weddings and event design. Sarah, the lead designer for Gold Leaf Floral, has spent the majority of her artistic career focusing on fine art, such as painting. However, now her passion has shifted to everything floral! Sarah's favorite thing about a flower arrangement is the elegance they bring to a space. She has an eye for colors and shapes and how to arrange them in a truly beautiful and unique way.

At Gold Leaf Floral, they believe that beautiful, fresh flowers bring happiness and elegance to any event. They design for a variety of events such as, weddings, bridal teas, baby showers, birthday parties, retirement parties, and everything in between! The team at Gold Leaf Floral has such a talent with florals, they create some of the most beautiful pieces, and their work definitely speaks for itself!

"No matter what type of event you're having, we're here to make your day a little brighter with flowers!"

Rosegolden Flowers

Holly Carlisle is the creative mastermind behind Rosegolden Flowers. The company is based right here in Birmingham, Alabama. From a young age Holly enjoyed expressing creativity by drawing and painting. One thing led to another, and her love for art turned into pursuing a fine arts education in college and obtaining a degree in fibers and mixed media.

Holly loves the way flowers can set a mood and tell a story and brighten any environment. She explains her style to be, "uniquely expressive, romantic and natural."

Her work has been featured in various publications such as, Once Wed, Style Me Pretty, Wedding Unveiled, 100 Layer Cake, Green Wedding Shoes, and Flower Magazine. 

Images courtesy of Rylee Hitchner

Images courtesy of Ryan Ray

Image courtesy of A Bryan Photo

Images courtesy of Odalys Mendez

Bustle Bride: Laura Newton Rutledge

Laura looked absolutely stunning in her lace Rivini gown. The dress is tiered lace with bands of delicate beading beneath the lace. Such a unique yet classic style, perfect for this beautiful bride.

Images courtesy of Madeline J Photography.