I would like to apologize in advance for the anxiety that I am about to cause many of you.....................

taraalissa Posted: Feb 07, 2003 11:14 AM

I would like to apologize in advance for the anxiety that I am about to cause many of you.....................

Most of you know my wedding was supposed to be this past November but I had to postpone it because FH's father had an accident. Well, we had Burton's booked for the wedding. I was becoming increasingly more uncomfortable with them as time passed (mostly from reading some bad reviews on this board). Then, we went for final selection and it was horrible. We were 15 minutes late for our appointement (I came all the way from Brooklyn and got stuck in traffic). Because we were late, they made us wait (as punishment?) a half hour until they spoke to us and then told us we only had 1/2 hour to make the decisions because they were closing. I was furious but FH said lets get as much done as we can since we are here and then we will come back. Well, they rushed me through the entire thing and said there was no reason to come back. I was very upset but just a few days later FH's father had the accident and flowers got put on the back burner.

Now that we are on track again, I have decided that there is no way I would use them. I went to Flower Michele last night and John was the TOTAL opposite. He is filled with enthusiam and creativity, he got me and FH excited about flowers. We were with him till about 11pm last night. He is a really great guy and I am now 100% confident that the flowers at my wedding will be amazing.

nrvbrd Posted: Feb 07, 2003 11:16 AM

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That is awful.

I am glad you are in better hands now.

tarakinspa Posted: Feb 07, 2003 11:18 AM

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I felt the same way after seeing both vendors, I met with john again Last night and I cant wait!

taraalissa Posted: Feb 07, 2003 11:19 AM

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Tara, you were there right before me! John said it was the night of Taras!

jennbaby Posted: Feb 07, 2003 11:19 AM

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I heard so much about Burtons I'd never use them.
Congrats on your new choice Tara

Cindy Posted: Feb 07, 2003 11:21 AM

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Glad you switched and are so much more happy and comfortable. We had to deal with a vendor after our wedding we were not pleased with and felt VERY rushed as well and the attitudes were horrible as far as caring for the clients satisfaction. Go with your feelings! In the end you wont be sorry!

NovemberSue Posted: Feb 07, 2003 11:22 AM

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Sorry you had such a bad experience with Burtons.We had a great experience with them and booked with them for our wedding and couldn't have been happier.

HappyEverAfter Posted: Feb 07, 2003 11:25 AM

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I met with both Burtons and Flowers by Brian. I thought there was a signifigant difference in customer service. Brian was so helpful, and had tons of ideas and enthusiasm about our wedding. I did not get the same feeling from Burtons, thought that they relied very heavily on the fact that you could have any flowers that you wanted. I did feel rushed through the appt. BTW, the Burtons quote was not that much less than Flowers by Brian, and if you see the two shops there is a HUGE difference in presentation. I did think the man from Burtons was nice, but ended up going w. FLowers by Brian.

Ronnie&Theresa Posted: Feb 07, 2003 11:28 AM

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I am so happy for you!!

ChristineC68 Posted: Feb 07, 2003 11:29 AM

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I am glad you found another florist you are happy with!!

Betty Posted: Feb 07, 2003 11:31 AM

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I'm sorry to hear about this bad experience but I have to say I think they are great (and they are a few hundred dollars cheaper) So far they have done great by me and I've heard great things about them.

Good Luck to you

christy Posted: Feb 07, 2003 11:34 AM

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I am using burtons and I have to be honest, this sounds just like them to me. But my wedding is two months away and I do not want to look for another florist and pay more money. I am happy you switched though, it sounds like the best choice!

eroxgirl Posted: Feb 07, 2003 11:42 AM

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Anxiety is right!!!! One of my friends used them and they were great for her so I'll pray some more that they do the same for me...

balilove Posted: Feb 07, 2003 12:21 PM

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I'm glad you switched and thanks for the FM.

LisaT Posted: Feb 07, 2003 12:52 PM

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You won't be disappointed with John. I met with Burtons too and Mike spent all of 15 minutes with us. I felt like he just couldn't care less about my wedding. John made me feel like it was important to him too, and he was excited and enthusiatic throughout the planning.

I think you made a great choice.

stacedz Posted: Feb 07, 2003 01:18 PM

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You have to do what you have to do to feel comfortable and if it meant switching to the other florist, I am glad you did. I used Burton's and liked them, didn't care for Mike that much but everything worked out in the end and my flowers were beautiful. Things happen for a reason and I am glad yours worked out!

NovemberSue Posted: Feb 07, 2003 01:29 PM

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We met with John and he was extremely nice with us.We didn't even know what kind of flowers we wanted and he gave us ideas and was so easy to work with.They did a beautiful job and we were very happy.

julykbride Posted: Feb 07, 2003 01:34 PM

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I had an appt at Burtons and the night before the appt. someone I knew had used them and made me cancel the appt. If you want to know more, forum mail me.

Tammy5-03 Posted: Feb 07, 2003 01:35 PM

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I told you that you would book on the spot. I was so excited about the flowers after that one meeting with John. I am always nervous about making decisions on vendors but I didn't think twice for this. I wasn't impressed with my meeting at Burtons although I thought th guy was fine. Not the greatest social skills but not rude. I still think Burtons is a great choice if you have a very clear vision. Some people have posted beautiful pictures from their weddings and the reviews are usually wonderful. For people who don't know much about flowers and need more enthusiasm, creativity and hand-holding, you can't do better than John.