Selecting a RI Florist
You want to be sure to select a florist that has experience with weddings. You'll not only be relying on them to provide the perfect flowers for your wedding, but to prepare and deliver them on time.

It's a good idea to view some of their work, whether its photographs of past weddings or going to visit a site that they've prepared. You want to select a florist that listens to you and offers suggestions that are appropriate. You may want to check how many weddings they plan on doing that day.

• Does the florist specialize in weddings?
• How long have they been in business? How long have they been doing wedding flowers?
• Do you provide a written contract?
• May you have a list of recent wedding customers?
• Are they familiar with your ceremony and reception sites?
• Where and when will the flowers be delivered? Is there an extra charge?
• How will the bouquets be assembled?
• Can you see samples of your floral designer's work? Be sure to see work from the floral designer that will be working on your wedding.
• How many weddings will the florists do on that day - or even that weekend? You want to be sure that they spend the time on your floral arrangements without feeling rushed.
• What flowers will be in season when my wedding takes place? (see Popular Wedding Flowers for a list)
• If you have a specific budget for your flowers, ask the florist how you can get the most for your money.
• What is the current trend in wedding flower bouquets? Is it something you're interested in or would you rather a more traditional bouquet?
• If you are looking for arches, trellises, vases, potted plants, can they rent them to you? Or do you have to go to a rental agency?
• If you would like to preserve your bouquet after the wedding, can she do it? If so, how?