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Pre-Wedding Questions:

Can I get a rough estimate on cost and do you do packages?
We do not do packages. This is your special day and our philosophy is not 'cookie cut' it. Each bride gets the attention she needs and packaging our one-of-a-kind art and serving it in some informal way is not in our interest.

Floral estimates of our prices (prices in tangerine are our average): Bridal Bouquet: $50-$150 ($95) | Boutonniere: $10-$15 ($13) | Pin on corsage or Posy: $20-$30 ($25) | Bridesmaids' bouquets: $30-$75 ($50) | Centerpieces: $30-$200 ($75)


If I have questions, how can I communicate with your wedding specialists?
If it is quick, and you are in the area, stop by and talk to us, but remember that without a consultation, we won't be able to spend the dedicated time we would like. Most questions you have can be found on this page and the in the contract. If you still have not found your answer, You can always click the 'CONTACT' up top.

Why do I have to sign a contract?
It is professional to lay out the expectations and agree upon the terms to protect both parties. Our contract is simple and to the point. 100% of our brides have followed the terms and there has never been a problem. If you have any questions about the contact, please contact us.


How soon in advance should I start the process and schedule a consultation?
Anywhere from 8-12 months would be best. If your wedding is only 3 weeks away, no problem, we can do it. The only thing we'll have to check is if we've been fully booked for that day. Placing a retainer fee down 8-12 months ahead of time is the best way to insure your day with us.
Wedding Questions:



Do you deliver, set up and when do the flowers come?
We deliver for a fee depending on how far and how much set up there is. The flowers show up when you want them to, but keep in mind the weather, pictures, at what time the location will be available, etc... There will need to be someone at the location to sign our check off list to make sure all the flowers arrived.


Can a friend or family member pick up the wedding flowers?
Yes, but make sure they have enough room and the flowers are kept cool. After the flowers leave the shop, we are no longer responsible for their safety, so be sure and choose someone responsible.


Who pins on the boutonnieres?
We can pin on boutonnieres at no additional charge if the person(s) are available and ready.


Why don't you do wrist corsages?
It has been our experience that wrist corsages get beat up a lot while on a ladies arm and not reliable. We will design pin on corsages for you, but be sure the ladies' blouses will hold the corsage firmly. We recommend, instead of any corsage, that you choose a bridal posy. A bridal posy is more elegant, classy, cutting edge, it can match your colors and is a little smaller than a bridesmaid bouquet. The price is roughly the same price as a corsage. Click the image to see an example.


Who puts the flowers on the Cake?
This is up to the person making the cake. If we are designing the cake flowers, you will need to make sure the cake delivery time is before, or the same time as the flowers. If the cake maker wants the flowers ahead of time, we can deliver them for a fee or you can have someone pick them up from the florist.


When it comes to flowers, is there anything I should know about indoor versus an outdoor wedding?
Remember when having your wedding outside you should think weather first. Our your flowers going to do well in 105 degree weather, what about on the beach where it is windy? Think ahead and we'll help you choose the right types of flowers for your event. For example, your wedding is outside in August, so don't plan having tulips in your centerpieces, bouquets, etc.. Another example is, do not plan for petals in your isle if you are getting married on the beach; chances are they'll blow away. Indoor weddings tend not to allow real floral petals to be thrown on the ground, be sure to ask indoor venue before you order the fresh petals.
Post-Wedding Questions:



Who picks up the vases and equipment we rented after the wedding?
We will for a fee, or you can have someone responsible bring them back to the florist. If the inventory is not returned within five days of the event, we will assume you want to keep them and your credit card will be charge retail price. We have to be strict about this since the bride getting married the next weekend might be using some of the same equipment. Please be considerate.

Tips to make your experience better:



You'll find the better you and others in the bridal party treat your wedding professionals, the better your experience will be. We have all designed hundreds of weddings and assure you that we know what we're doing and have seen everything.  High maintenance and stress never helps anyone. Take a deep breath, relax and remember this events boils down to one thing, the promise you are about to make for life with your true love.


In most cases you will change your mind many times when it comes the details of your wedding. We want you to know it is ok. Just be sure to communicate with us in writing so everything runs smoothly.


A lot of the times a bride will give us their colors and specifics and we create something they never imagines and are very pleased with, but if you have something exact in mind, pictures are worth 1000 words. The best way to communicate your idea is through pictures. Be sure to bring pictures of your perfect day to the consultation. We also have many books/magazines you can come in and look at any time.


Note to friends, family or anyone else around the bride on her wedding day:  Think of the bride first. Do nothing to stress her out, this is her day, not yours. If the cake has a smudge or the photographer shows up 15 minutes late, don't stress the bride out by telling her. Be her friend and make this day the one she'll always want to remember. Also during the wedding consultation, respect the bride as to what she wants, not what you want. This isn't your second wedding or your special day. Show the bride the respect she deserves and support her in all her decisions.