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Beautiful
floral arrangements add to the ambiance of any event. A professional florist
can provide just the right touch of personality and charm to the environment
that will complement the rest of your dˇcor. Here are a few suggestions
for choosing the right florist:
Start
Looking Quickly!
- If
you are in need of a number of bouquets, table centerpieces, or if your
event is in a month where flower demand is high, you will want to select
a florist well in advance of your event.
How
Do I Find the Right Florist?
- Recommendations
from friends, relatives and co-workers are a good place to start. The
Internet, yellow pages and local publications are also good sources.
Preparing
for the Appointment:
- Be
sure to take something to takes notes with, the list of the items you
need designed, photo examples of designs you have seen and liked and
samples of colored materials, such as table cloth, skirting, and dress
fabric to help with color decisions.
Check
Out Their Work While You're at the Florist.
- Look
carefully at the items in their display cases. If the items in the cases
look fresh and of good quality, it's a good indication that they take
pride in providing a quality product. Also look to see if the floral
arrangements appear attractive and tasteful.
- Ask
to see photo examples of the florist's work so you can get a feel for
their design style.
Selecting
the Florist:
- Price,
quality and service should be the determining factors when selecting
a florist. Most florists have sample books that will help you when making
your general selection.
What
to Tell the Florist:
- Tell
the designer about the type of the event, the type of mood you want
to set, the colors and other factors that may affect the type of flowers
used. Since flowers are relatively fragile and some weather much better
than others, be sure to explain any special temperature conditions that
may affect the flower selection.
Smart
Questions:
- How
many larger events does the florist do annually?
- Does
the florist have any recent client references or letters of recommendation?
- Do
they have refrigerated delivery vehicles?
- Does
the florist actually place the floral items where they belong when delivered?
- What
costs are involved and what do the costs include?
Things
to Know About the Contract:
- There
should be an agreement outlining what you ordered, for what you are
being charged and how you are being charged.
- The
agreement should also indicate the name of the specific floral designer,
delivery locations and times and anything else you discussed with the
florist that you want included in the agreement.
Source:
Hospitality Networks -- www.eventplanning.com
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