Rumors of an impending wedding for famous Hollywood couple Angelina
Jolie and Brad Pitt are rampant. The glamorous couple have almost
certainly begun discussing wedding details and making decisions about
the where's, when's, and how's. They may have even gone so far as to
book a location, plan wedding attire, and choose a cake flavor. But
have they chosen a florist yet?
Choosing a florist for your wedding is certainly one of the most
important decisions you can make for the event. Because your wedding
guests are likely to see the setting for the event before they see you,
the flowers you choose can set the tone for the entire day. For
example, if your wedding is a very formal affair, traditional flower
arrangements in muted tones and elegant styles will convey this to your
guests. However, if you're having a relatively informal beach wedding,
you'll probably want looser, more brightly colored designs. It is your
florist's job to help you make decisions about your wedding flowers and
develop designs that will reflect your personal style and the feeling
you want for your special day.
Finding the right florist can be a confusing task if you've never had
occasion to work with a florist before. Your florist should be someone
you're comfortable talking to, whose opinions you trust, and who you'd
consider continuing to turn to for your floral needs even after the
wedding. The Society of American Florists recommends you look for the
following in your florist:
• Find a florist that offers a good mix of products, a high level of
service, and the types of designs you find most appealing. To do this,
you'll want to ask your florist to show you pictures of flowers they've
designed for other weddings and special events. If you don't like what
you see, keep looking.
• Great customer service is key to a good floral experience. Your
florist should be willing to spend time with you and get to know what
you like and dislike. They should ask plenty of questions and really
listen to your answers. They should also offer helpful advice. If you
feel rushed or uncomfortable, this won't be the right florist for you.
• Look for a florist with fresh, good quality flowers. Your florist
should carry only the best flowers and floral products. They should
offer flower food with all arrangement purchases and be full of advice
on floral care.
• Work only with florists who are part of a professional affiliation,
such as FTD, Teleflora, or the Society of American Florists.
Choosing the perfect florist may take some time and require a lot of
footwork, but proper selection of the florist who best meets your style
and needs will make selecting the wedding flowers themselves infinitely
easier. The time you spend in searching for a florist will be made up
for in the beauty and quality of the flowers for your special day. Just
remember, your florist should be friendly and willing to help
regardless of whether or not you're a big star like Angelina Jolie.
