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| Mother's Day, chances are you're a novice when | | | | fabric swatch when you meet with your florist |
| it comes to flowers. However, now you are a | | | | and choose coordinating shades. |
| bride-to-be planning your dream wedding, and | | | | |
| suddenly you must make decisions on bouquets, | | | | Go With the SeasonYou know your floral theme |
| boutonnieres, reception centerpieces and | | | | and you've chosen your color scheme. When |
| ceremony arrangements. Overwhelming? We | | | | deciding on the specific blooms your want in your |
| know! Fortunately, we are here to guide you | | | | arrangements, be sure to consider the season in |
| through this process so you can enjoy planning | | | | which you are marrying. Consult this seasonal |
| your wedding flowers without wilting from the | | | | wedding flowers guide for help. |
| stress. Read through these useful tips gathered | | | | |
| from experts in the field. And if you have any | | | | Set Your Floral Budget |
| questions not answered here, ask us. | | | | Let's face it: Determining how much wedding |
| Discover Your Style | | | | flowers cost is probably not the aspect of your |
| Close your eyes and envision the perfect look to | | | | wedding you've been dreaming of since grade |
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| traditionalist in favor of roses or lilies, or do you | | | | flowers. If you plan wisely, however, you should |
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| set the ambiance for the entire event. Knowing | | | | Hire a Florist |
| your wedding style is a start in the right direction, | | | | Even the most creative and artistic bride will |
| because you'll want to choose blossoms that | | | | benefit from a florist's professional capabilities. |
| match the formality of your wedding day. | | | | Your wedding day will be full of activity, and you |
| Pick Your PaletteYour color scheme should flow | | | | won't want to spend vital hours fumbling with the |
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| shades. Flowers in matching shades or cool | | | | needs. |
| contrasts are breathtaking, but make sure they | | | | Now that you've been prepped with the basics, |
| coordinate with your overall wedding theme. | | | | this complete wedding flowers guide will walk you |
| Choose your wedding colors accordingly, and your | | | | the rest of the way towards planning your floral |
| wedding will express your spirit. If you are still not | | | | and decor scheme. |