Things You'll Need:
- Floral Preservatives
- Oasis Floral Foam
- Floral Arrangements
- Floral Tape
- Floral Wires
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Step 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.
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Step 2
Ask friends, family, recent brides and coworkers to recommend florists.
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Step 3
Call at least five florists and ask about their availability.
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Step 4
Visit at least three florists with your partner.
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Step 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.
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Step 6
Bring a list of your favorite flowers and any flowers you don't want.
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Step 7
Be prepared to frankly discuss your budget.
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Step 8
Describe your wedding in detail: colors, degree of formality, numbers of attendants and family members, etc.
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Step 9
Ask to see the florist's portfolio of weddings she has decorated.
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Step 10
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.
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Step 11
Ask if the florist rents accessories such as aisle runners and candelabra.
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Step 12
Get a cost estimate and ask about delivery times, payment and cancellation policies.
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Step 13
Compare the information and discuss the pros and cons of each florist with your partner.
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Step 14
Expect to pay a 50 percent deposit up front. You'll pay the balance two weeks before the wedding.
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Step 15
Reconfirm the details of the contract when you pay the balance.
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Step 16
Make sure you have a contact number in case of a wedding day emergency.
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Step 17
Have the flowers delivered to a specific person or an exact location.










Comments
melsandiego said
on 1/11/2009 Be sure that the flowers for the men in your wedding party are delivered to the wedding site and not to where the bride is getting ready.