When you want to take your wedding to the next level, the right flowers can unify every detail of your design—as well as make your special day all the more romantic. As a family-owned company on one of New York City’s most iconic streets, Madison Avenue Florist is staffed by floral experts who will work hard to make your ceremony a success.

Here, they share some of the industry’s best-kept secrets, so you can dazzle your guests with beautiful blooms:

• Color: Flowers in wedding magazines are often retouched to complement lighting and skin tone. Remember this when picking your flowers, as they may have blue or yellow undertones you were not aware of.
• Origin: Imported flowers are often thought to be more expensive than their local counterparts, but the price really depends on the flower and season. Ask your florist for a comprehensive list of options that might work for your wedding while keeping prices in mind.
• Shading: Shading, or mixing foliage with your wedding flowers, is crucial for taking photographs of arrangements with two or three contrasting colors. Discuss shading options with your florist to avoid a “polka dot” look in your wedding album. 
• Recycling: Reusing wedding ceremony flowers for the reception is an increasingly popular and cost-effective practice. Talk to your partner about having your wedding planner or a member of the bridal party transport the flowers from the ceremony to the reception venue.
• Non-Traditional Arrangements: Mixing wedding flowers with unorthodox flora such as small oranges or rich, leafy greens is an excellent way to create a unique arrangement. If you’re not interested in sticking with the status quo, feel free to get as creative as you want!

Discuss these and other helpful wedding flower tips with the experienced team at Madison Avenue Florist. This reputable shop offers vibrant, high-quality flowers and accommodating service to make your wedding planning process as smooth as possible. Call Madison Avenue Florist today at (212) 319-0242 or visit the website.