My Top 10 Tips for Brides as a Florist

My Top 10 Tips for Brides as a Florist:

Saturday, March 7, 2026

1. Make your guest list first!

• Once you have an estimate of who you want to invite, you’ll be able to better select your venue which is an important detail to nail down to book all your other wedding vendors. 

2. Repurpose your ceremony florals for the reception.

• Use bouquets as centerpieces

• Use arbor/altar pieces as table décor or as photo booths

• Use aisle markers as centerpieces

3. Try alternatives for centerpieces if you are on a budget.

• Books

• Photos

• Lanterns

• Loose greens

• Candles

• Potted plants

4. If you are after a specific vendor, make sure to book early.

   • 1. • Whether it’s a caterer, venue or photographer --> Contact whoever you NEED to have and book them first, then select all other vendors based on availability of that day!

5. Select wedding décor/themes that match your home décor

   • 1. • That way you can either pull from your home or use the décor in your new home after the wedding.

6. If you are on a budget, focus your monies on the bridal bouquet and the groom’s boutonnière.

   • 1. • Select small and/or more cost-effective flowers for the bridal party members

7. Make sure when you are selecting your florist, you look at their portfolio to ensure they can deliver your desired style.

8. Don’t know what to bring to your floral consultation?

   • 1. • Color palette/swatches

        • Venue details (table #’s, measurements)

        • Bridal and groom party #’s

        • Inspiration pictures

        • Proposed budget

        • A list of preferred and disliked flowers 

9. Make a song list/playlist

   • 1. • Whether there are certain songs you or your spouse love or something your wedding party jams to -  make a list ahead of time and send it your DJ

10. Find a day of coordinator - whether that’s a family friend or someone you hire, that way a wedding party member nor a family member misses all the pre-wedding moments!