I have not been looking forward to this part of planning but the time has come I start looking at flower companies….. I went in without a budget... I figured what they charge me then I can then see if its worth it.
I went to two florist this weekend and I feel like they both high balled there price after reading some of the post on the site.
One quoted me shy of $6,000 and the other was a about $4,500. The difference in prices was because one had to rent the flower base and the other owned them so was not charging me.
I need around 20 high centerpieces, entrance arrangement, my bo-k, 4 bp bo-k, 4 corsages and about 7 boutonnieres…..
Does this sound reasonable???
Also if you can fm your florist and quote it would be very much appreciated. TIA
leesah85
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My contract with Flowers by Brian is $4000 even
18 High CPs 2 Church Pieces 10 Bridesmaid Bouquets My Bouquet and a little bit more (boots, corsages, etc.)
So I'd say the $4500 quote is more in the ballpark.
HTH
DreamyD
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TRY DESIGNS BY ROSE- I'm going to meet with her this week- I hear she does great work and has affordable pricing.
SpicyMeataball
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Try ************* Very Very easy going, professional, and experienced.
FutureWifey
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Honestly... it depends on what you want. High centerpieces cost $$$$. If you want something full, an exotic flower, flowers that are out of season... then it could be the reason for the high price.
I would ask for an itemized list in your contract. My contract states the exact flowers being used, a description of the entire arrangement, as well as itemized pricing per (x however many there are of the item). Good luck!
Tippy
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I would try flower michele. I am having high centerpieces and a lot of phaelanopsis orchids. They had the best price compared to pedestals, flowers by brian, etc etc etc. Half the places told me I can't have orchids!
If you call talk to Joseph.
meghan13
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I'm using B*rton.
Less then 3000 for:
16 centerpieces (8 high 8 low) Bride Bok 8 Bok for BM 5 corsages 11 boutainers 3 floating candle vases on placecard table Votives on the bar 6 pew bows
ndeokinanan
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Posted by DreamyD
TRY DESIGNS BY ROSE- I'm going to meet with her this week- I hear she does great work and has affordable pricing.
This!! She is my florist and is amazing. Works with your budget and is super creative. Also her mother Doris is a sweetheart.
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Posted by Tippy
I would try flower michele. I am having high centerpieces and a lot of phaelanopsis orchids. They had the best price compared to pedestals, flowers by brian, etc etc etc. Half the places told me I can't have orchids!
If you call talk to Joseph.
Why did they say you couldnt have Orchids?
Nrauch8191
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Try Flower Barn....
futuremrstaheri
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Try Hidden Essence!
IrishAli
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Definitely try B urton's. My flowers looked amazing!
Melissa1012
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Posted by Nrauch8191
Try Flower Barn....
This! I loved working with Mike!
Irishbride16
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OMG that is a ripe off >>> i just want to local florist and let me tell you its so much better then these name florist that will charge you an arm and a leg...and the best part im getting everything i wanted and for a great price!@
ourwedding9510
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Posted by Irishbride16
OMG that is a ripe off >>> i just want to local florist and let me tell you its so much better then these name florist that will charge you an arm and a leg...and the best part im getting everything i wanted and for a great price!@
EXACTLY this!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Posted by ourwedding9510
Posted by Irishbride16
OMG that is a ripe off >>> i just want to local florist and let me tell you its so much better then these name florist that will charge you an arm and a leg...and the best part im getting everything i wanted and for a great price!@
EXACTLY this!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
This is the reason I felt I had to post this!!! I think companies take advantage of US brides -- and most importantly I hate it when they start asking personal questions... like what do i do for a living ... what does it matter what I do???? Im here to look to hire you for your flowers that will die in a week!!
I’m just in total shock at how much crap like this cost. I made two more appointments for this week. And I am also going to start looking at 'mom and pop' shops too.
It’s just a waste of money in my opinion!! I am also glad I left this to the very end of my planning because I think I would of lost it before anything else got done
kimmy02
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i agree! flowers was the least thing i cared about on my list, but i felt like high CPs is what would look the best in the hall, but of course the more money! i went simple.. but still flowers are costly....
flowers by b urtons.
any type of flowers/and style bouquests
- 1 bridal vendella roses and burgandy cymbids - throw away (used for give away for anniversay dance) - 1 MOH and 8 BMs bouquets (vendella roses with green cymbids) - 2 mom hand pieces - Boutonniers- 2 for groom, bridal party, dads (11 total) - 2 tulle and floral stands for gazebo at ceremony, later brought in for our table - 6 floral bows for aisle - 20 high center pieces white phal. orchids in lg pilsner
sorry, didnt copy the price.. all said and done with tax was 3K. i was very happy with everything.
SoontobeMrs.Brown
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Call Marion at Bayview. Shes AMAZING!!!!! She is absolutely worth the call. She'll work with you and your budget. She did my wedding and was our best vendor. (well, her and our string quartet, Natalie from Cappriccio Ensemble)
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After checking out some of the 'big name' florists on here I went to a beautiful local flower shop and got great service and an amazing price. You might do well to try doing that too
