Prioritizing Relationships Over Business: A Florist's Approach to Destination Weddings in France
Planning a wedding can be one of the most exciting yet stressful times in a couple’s life, especially when planning a destination wedding in a picturesque country like France. As a florist who has dedicated my career to helping couples bring their floral dreams to life, I’ve learned that the key to a successful wedding isn’t just about creating stunning arrangements; it’s about building meaningful relationships with the couples I work with. My approach is centered on prioritizing these relationships over business, ensuring that each couple feels supported, understood, and valued throughout their wedding planning journey.
Destination Wedding Planning Tips
Planning a destination wedding in the French countryside is a dream come true for many couples. Here's a comprehensive to-do list with practical advice and insider tips to help Anglophone couples navigate the process smoothly
Behind The Scenes of Wedding Flower Prep
I don’t know about you but I have always enjoyed the behind the scenes of some activity like how the ballet prepares for the Nutcracker or Christian Dior seamstresses. I guess that’s why I am writing a little bit about the work that goes into prepping for wedding flowers to share with you. It all starts with deciding which flowers. This is the hardest part as there are so many choices of flowers but I do work with the ones that I enjoy working with so that narrows it down:)
Free Wedding Flower Checklist
A wedding flower checklist to ensure you think of all the flower bouquets and arrangements that you will want for your wedding here in France.
Max Your Wedding Flower Budget
What decisions can you do to maximize your wedding floral budget for your destination wedding in France?
The Language of Flowers
Flowers are a language of their own! You’ve been stressing about not speaking French for you wedding in France and now you tell me that I have to learn ‘flower?’
Flowers in Season Year Round
Flowers have their individual season. Having your floral designer select seasonal flowers helps your flower budget and the environment.
Flowers? Absolutely! The Importance of Wedding Flowers
What would a wedding be without flowers? One can imagine forgoing a traditional cake or dancing or even a bar but flowers? More than the cost of the flowers, it is the floral design and arrangement that make the beauty of the wedding venue. This is why what you choose for flowers is as important as your choice of dress. Your personality, the season and style, just like your dress, have to be considered. A florist who specializes in only weddings will have put all their expertise into creating that perfect wedding. It isn’t just isn’t her flower knowledge but the overall design, feel and look of the wedding ceremony and the venue. You want to select a floral designer similar to an interior designer