Seeking Wedding Flower Vendors in California
Ask your chosen California wedding planner if they can recommend local flower vendors that they have had great experiences with in the past. Your wedding planner may already have an established relationship with several local flower vendors and may get discount rates, saving you time and money. Be sure you already have a general idea of what types of flowers you'll want and in what general colors so you're not overwhelmed by the heaps of choices three are when it comes time to select. Especially if you're looking for something specific, take the extra time to look around your local area and on the internet for pictures and ideas that match your special intentions, then bring them to your wedding planner and potential flower vendor to discuss your options.Placement of your Floral Wedding Arrangements
With so many spaces at your wedding that require the magical touch of scented floral arrangements, you may wonder where all of these flowers you're ordering will be used. Consider whether one of your wedding decorations will be floral centerpieces on your reception tables, or brightly-colored flowers cascading down the tiers of your wedding cake. In addition, many couples looking to create a grand appeal at their reception opt for pillars of flowers that sit atop a Roman column and tumble off the sides, creating sections of the room designated by flowers. Of course, the most important flower compilation at your wedding will be the corsages or clutch bouquets of flowers that you and your bridesmaids will carry down the aisle, in addition to the men's boutonnière that will pin onto their tuxedo's left front pocket.Truly Californian Wedding Flowers
To make your wedding arrangements truly Californian, there are many flower options to include in your arrangements and bouquets. While they may be a little pricey, it is possible to blend the state flower, the golden poppy, into your floral arrangements if you make sure to contact your floral vendor well ahead of time. Another Northern California favorite is the delicately pink rhododendron of the redwood forests that matches well with traditional pink roses. Especially if you've already chosen certain flowers to adorn your wedding cake, matching arrangements at the head table and reception tables would serve to tie together the entire room. But you don't have to stick with indigenous flowers to create California charm; simply use the bright colors of California sunshine, Valencia oranges and red Spanish tiles to fill your flower arrangements with a joyous feast for the eyes. Even traditional white lilies can be given a "flame job" by your experienced California florist.If you don't know the first thing about flower types, or if you just want to browse your options, use an online flower dictionary or bouquet gallery. If sunny California has you choosing a summer theme or beach wedding, there are special floral arrangements and expert California florists to suit your style. Bring California's palm trees and beaches to your wedding by using birds of paradise in palm leaves or ask your florist to incorporate oranges and other California fruits into the arrangement's vases. Go modern with your arrangements, go Hollywood with rhinestones in your flowers, or go natural with locally grown blossoms like seeded eucalyptus for those who are looking for a fresh instead of a fragrant smell. The cornerstone piece of your arrangements is usually considered to be the bridal clutch, so whether you prefer to go with traditional all-white, or use popular lavender Calla lilies, make sure the arrangement doesn't blend together in a big ball and still catches your eye.
Your experienced wedding photographer will know just how to light your face beside the bouquets you've chosen that accent your eyes, your dress and the brightness of your wedding day smile.