Denver Wedding Transportation Planning Guide

“Not many couples have bought such a high volume of flowers before, so it can be difficult to set aside the proper flower budget for your wedding day. We most often see clients with a small budget and expensive taste in beautiful florals, there are absolutely ways to save on floral costs but doing your research first is a must! We never like to give clients sticker shock when we send out proposals!”

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“Brides, and couples, often have a very particular image in mind when it comes to their wedding flowers. However it's so important to keep in mind that the season in which you choose to get married can have a lot of impact on the availability of certain types of flowers and foliage. We truly believe that bringing a seasonal and local aesthetic to your design style based on the venue location, time of year, and what's growing in the natural landscape around you will elevate any design. Especially here in Colorado where we have so many outdoor, ranch, and mountain weddings, there is value in enhancing the seasonal palette rather than overwhelming it with tropical flowers grown on another continent!”

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“As a florist, my job is not just design but also helping coordinate a seamless experience by planning out every detail. However, there are a few things couples might not think about when they first begin. One is putting a limit on what is possible for flower design. Most people come to me thinking 'bouquets + boutonnieres' but today's bride wants a unique wedding and there is no better way to paint that picture than with an eye-catching flower installation or magical backdrop to set the tone and create the ambiance. I love to help my brides think outside of the box so we can create the unexpected!”

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“Seasonality of product is an important detail that couples may not consider when selecting wedding flowers. It is important to trust your vendors and value their advice as we certainly have the success of your event in mind. There are certain varieties of flowers that are only available certain times of year based on their growing season. Having flexibility with the flower varieties we can utilize is very helpful. We aim to create the look that you want at the time of year of your event with flower varieties that we know will perform well!”

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“I think one of the most common mistakes that couples don't account for when planning for their wedding flowers is the service fee. This fee can be a surprise to many, but it accounts for our travel expense and overnight accommodations, which allows us to bring our work to more remote destinations. Especially when hosting a wedding in the mountains, as most likely the vendors are coming up from Denver or are not local to the area where the wedding is being held.”

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“Often times couples will forget (or simply not know) quite how many tables it takes to seat their 150-200 guests, and having 15-25 tables can really take up a nice chunk of their budget after bouquets and boutonnieres are accounted for. That's why I like to offer my couples alternating centerpiece designs, whether it is two designs or three this is a good way to help stay on budget!”

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“Flowers and decor can really make the entire day! So many of our clients say that everything came together when we arrived and brought the floral into the day. To us, it's super important to bring the most impact into the day where you'll have photos taken; like ceremony altar space, bouquets (which are in nearly every picture) and reception. Flowers are a way to bring in your personal style and showcase the beauty of the day and space!”

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“Don't overlook the flowers for your special day. Your florals add so much to the look and feel of your wedding and will be in nearly all the photos. Some couples try to save money by doing their own centerpieces or having a friend or family member do them but I would suggest to leave it to the experts — this is our passion! We have the ability to get fresher and more unique flowers and greenery to truly make your vision come to life.”

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“From my experience as a wedding florist and working with many couples, I often notice that many tend to wait until later in their planning process to seek out a florist. Couples will call me in a panic, desperate to find a florist who has their date available. It's extremely important to 'hold your date' ten months to a year in advance with a florist even if you book a later consultation. Trust your vendors. They will do their best to make one of the most important days of your life — Brilliant.”

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“Allergies! Some flowers are more potent than others, making you or your Mom or your guests sensitive to the smell or worse. Let the tears at your wedding be happy tears, not allergy tears! Colors and style! My favorite question to ask a client is, 'What DON'T you want for your wedding?' Hate white roses? Tell your florist. Must have hops because you love beer? Tell your florist. And bring lots of pictures and ideas with you to your consultation, we'll thank you!”

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“The more common mistakes made with flowers for a wedding are very minor ones. Most the time it's a wrong table count or something as simple as a wrist corsage to a pin corsage. The good thing about flowers is there are always extras so things can be made up for easily. One other thing is don't be afraid to ask for help from your florist whether it's ideas, colors or style.”

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“Pinterest is a great resource for figuring out what you want your wedding to look like. It's really easy to get swept up in Pinterest pinning! Talk to your fiancé about what your priorities are for your wedding day; how can you showcase and express you as a couple the best; what you want your guests to feel when they walk into the reception; and what you want to be a focus for your big day.”

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“A big mistake bridal parties make is that they do not do their research on wedding flower costs. They say that they have never had to make this decision before so they do not have a flower budget. People just don't know the value of the flowers and labor involved to create wedding designs. You get what you pay for! People make the party, flowers make the room.”

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“Pick out three words to describe your wedding. Do you want your wedding to be dramatic, bold, and moody? Sweet, romantic, and whimsical? Funky, fun, and colorful? Descriptive words help build the theme of your wedding and together, you and your florist can design a one of a kind floral concept that accurately reflects your dream wedding.”

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