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How did meetings with your florist go?

I am florally challenged. I use descriptions like: “that thing with the ruffly petals that has greenish leaves.” I mean, how could you not know what I was talking about? I struggle with transferring a bouquet of flowers from their plastic sleeve to a vase, and usually end up with an arrangement that would make Picasso proud. cheap wedding invitations and proceeds to repair my trip on the failboat (toot toot). Fact: if it’s green, I will kill it.

While the above photo was taken from another soul who lacks a green thumb, I did call home to ask if Mama Tartlet would send a picture of a baby cactus I had killed and kept because it had somehow fossilized in the pot (archaeologists, I’m you’re worst nightmare). Her response wasn’t “what cactus?” It was “which one?” ::facepalm::

Needless to say, DIY flowers is SO not an option. When it came time to meet with florists, I saved them some time (and me considerable embarrassment) by bringing along some totally steal-worthy inspirational photos. I discovered that I have a penchant for lush and soft textures. The fuzzy, cabbage-y leaves in this bouquet are just begging to be touched!

I met with a number of florists who all had gorgeous portfolios, but really clicked with Liz of The Parsonage. I’ve found that it’s truly important that a vendor meshes well with our personalities, and we absolutely heart the ones (like Liz) who took the time to learn more about us as a couple. In addition to having an infectious, bubbly personality, Liz was willing to integrate decor I had acquired on my own (like the numerous glass cylinders and votives I shared in my previous post). Y’all know how much I love candlelight! She also understood my desire to max out the floral fluff without breaking the bank, and I really felt like she was as invested in our wedding as we were.

On Saturday we’ll see Liz for the first time in nine (!) months to finalize the details. For the gals with wedding dates coming up, I really wasn’t sure when it was appropriate to schedule this meeting. So, simple wedding invitations when 2011 rolled around I simply sent her an e-mail and asked! I’m terribly excited, but also extremely nervous to see how things turn out!

How did meetings with your florist go?

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