When you’re planning your wedding, choosing flowers is one of the most important tasks. From your bouquet to the centerpieces, flowers add to the visual style and theme of the event. Because flowers are such a big part of your wedding budget and the overall feeling of the event, keeping a few do’s and don’ts in mind will keep you on track. 

Do:

Focus on a color scheme.

Incorporating your favorite blooms into your wedding flowers is certainly important, but rather than give your florist a long list of specific flowers to use, select a color palette for them to work with, and ask to incorporate any must-haves into the arrangement. This way, they can create floral designs that work within your budget while still capturing the look you want. 

Keep the season in mind. 

Choosing flowers that are in season will help preserve your budget and prevent disappointment if they aren’t available. For example, peonies are plentiful in the summer, but may be more scarce—and more expensive—in the winter. Seasonally appropriate flowers are easier to keep looking fresh all day. Some delicate flowers wilt in high temperatures, detracting from the overall look. 

Don’t: 

Insist on copying specific looks.

Getting inspiration from Pinterest and magazines will help you define the look you want, but don’t ask your florist to copy what you find exactly. It might be cost-prohibitive, for starters, and not unique to your personality and vision. Instead, use photos to help your florist get a sense of the vision you want for your wedding and work together to create personalized floral designs. 

Overdecorate tables. 

Large, show-stopping centerpieces with cascades of blooms might look amazing on television, but the reality is that they don't always work in real life. When choosing centerpieces, consider sight lines to avoid blocking anyone’s view or making it difficult to have a conversation. Select table flowers that don’t have strong scents, as well. Especially fragrant blooms can be overpowering and even affect the taste of food. You put a lot of care into choosing a menu, so don't ruin it with strong-smelling centerpieces. 

For expert help bringing your vision to life, work with the florists at Flower Barn for your wedding. This Monroe County, NY, florist specializes in providing custom, personalized wedding flowers. They have extensive knowledge of flowers and experience artfully arranging stunning bouquets. They will go the extra mile to ensure that your wedding flowers are flawless and everything you’ve dreamed of. To learn more about their wedding services, call (585) 586-5195 or visit their website.