They say nobody's perfect. That is especially true when it comes to planning and budgeting for your wedding flowers. This can be one of the most complicated elements to your wedding, so it's only natural that some mistakes are made. Thankfully, there have been millions of brides who have made a million mistakes already so that you don't have to. Check out our list for the top 6 common wedding flower mistakes:
Waiting Too Long to Book Your Florist
The high-quality florists tend to get booked up pretty early on in the season, and they have to limit the amount of weddings they take on, so you don't want to wait too long to schedule your consultations. Plus, giving your florist plenty of time to plan, means that you're more likely to get the blooms you want.
[taken from nanzkraft.com]
Not Trusting Your Florist
As women, we tend to have a very strong sense of control. This is not always a bad thing, but if you don't put enough trust into your florist and try to take on too much yourself, this can lead to head-butting and clashes in opinion, which can therefore lead to more stress. Try to relax and let them do what they do best.
[taken from waldimports.com]
Using Strongly Scented Flowers
We know that the temptation to woo your wedding guests with a bold, aromatic presence is strong. However, you need to consider the possibility that many, or at least some of your guests, might be prone to allergies. This will negate that romantic atmosphere you are trying to create.
[taken from allergyzone.co.uk]
Not Taking Care of the Flowers
Many brides in the past have been disappointed with the looks of their blooms in photographs. This is because they did not consider the lifespan and needs of the specific flowers they chose. Some flowers are more fragile than others, and this should be taken into consideration when choosing which ones you desire for your wedding.
[taken from rosietheweddingplanner.com]
Not Reusing Ceremony Flowers
You can file this mistake under "financial blunders." The flowers you are using in your ceremony can be re-purposed for your reception. For example, the flowers you are using in the aisles and at the alter, can be moved to your reception buffet table, or even the guest tables. If you are ordering separate flowers for both events, this can add significantly to your expenses.
[taken from bestofflowers.com]
Ruling Out Expensive Flowers
Don't let the high price tag of certain flowers scare you off. The more expensive the flowers, the bigger they are, and the bigger impact they can make. Orchids, hydrangeas, and peonies are all considered "statement" flowers, and you don't need to buy too many in order to make that statement.
[taken from frugalflowers.com]
That's all for now brides. Stay tuned for the next part of our Wedding Flower series: Winter Wedding Flowers, coming soon! Do you have any wedding flower advice? Tell us about it in the comment section below!