Destination
weddings are becoming more popular than ever as people discover
tropical venues right in the U.S. that fit their budgets. While
destination weddings can be a challenge to plan, there are a few
steps you can take when it comes to finding local vendors, such as a
wedding florist. Finding the right florist is an important step to
planning a destination wedding, as flowers are a vital component to
your wedding’s décor, the bridal bouquet, and the bridal party
photos that will become part of a shared history with the family for
years to come. While you might think that finding a Sarasota wedding photographer and caterer rank high on your list of things to do,
finding the right florist is just as important, as the flowers you
choose will affect the overall look of your once-in-a-lifetime
destination wedding.
Begin
Your Search Online
While
choosing a florist in another state may seem like a challenge,
narrowing down your search online can help make the task a bit
simpler. Begin by looking up florists in the destination area so that
you can compare availability, arrangement styles, and prices. You can
strike out the ones that don’t match your tastes right away so that
you can compare prices for the ones that remain and find one that’s
a good match for your budget. Once you have narrowed the choice down
to two or three florists, check out local reviews for the company to
see if those who used the vendor had any issues that were never
resolved. For example, was the florist late delivering the flowers?
Were all the arrangements accounted for? Were the flowers fresh
looking, or were they wilted? While one or two complaints shouldn’t
be a deal breaker, especially if the vendor is within your budget, a
florist company that has a number of bad reviews attached to it
should probably be avoided.
Ask Other Local Vendors for Recommendations
Wedding
vendors often have connections with each other, so one way to find a
good florist is to ask your other vendors for a recommendation. For
example, if you’re getting married at Lido Beach or the Powel
Crosley Estate in Sarasota, Florida, then your Sarasota wedding photographer may be able to recommend a florist that he or she has
worked with at these venues. In fact, it is common for wedding
vendors to create a network where they recommend each other’s
businesses because it profits each company. Of course, it’s
important to do your own homework as well and do a bit of research
into the companies another vendor recommends, as even though they may
come highly recommended, they may not be within your price range or
suit your personal tastes.
Consider
All the Angles
Choosing a florist for your destination wedding will entail more than
simply choosing what kind of flowers you want to use for your
centerpiece and other décor. Flower colors, styles, and even their
scent will have to factor in to what you choose. Seasonal issues will
also come into play, as not all flowers are available year round, so
if you have your heart set on flowers for your winter wedding that
are only available during warmer weather, this is something you will
have to consider. Before you visit a recommended florist, make a list
of what types of flowers you will need and for what, (bridal bouquet,
table centerpieces, hair pieces, bouquets for the bridesmaids,) so
that you don’t forget any important details. If you have guests
that have certain allergies, you may want to choose flowers for their
table that don’t have a powerful scent to keep them from being
overcome during the reception. Choosing flowers for your destination
wedding doesn’t have to be an impossible task, especially if you
plan ahead, ask advice of local vendors, and realize the importance
of their presence.
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