Lisa of Magnificent Floral Events, is not only a friend of mine, but a very gifted wedding and events florist within the Metro Detroit area. If you are looking for a florist with real talent, and an eye for creativity, then Lisa has it. I recently asked Lisa to particpate in our new blog spotlight series by providing a few pointers on what a bride and groom should look for, ask, and expect from a wedding florist.
Q. When a bride/groom first comes to you for a consultation, what should they bring with them?
Based on my own experience in working with Lisa, I know that she will go the extra mile to include all elements in her designs such as, lighting, pipe and drape and even some extra bling.
Q. How long have you been in the business?
A. 15Yrs
A. 15Yrs
Q. What is the big misconception about your services/industry?
A. The cost of flowers
A. The cost of flowers
Q. What are some of the things a client should look for when interviewing with a florist?
A. Look at their recent photos, you want a florist that is willing to work with you and satisfy the designs you have in mind.
Q. What should be in the contract?
A. It should included some basic things like your name, address and phone number, contact person's name, address and phone number for every delivery location, and more importantly an itemized list and description of every floral arrangement, the number required, color of ribbons The total cost, your deposit and the amount still owing and the date for the last payment
A. Look at their recent photos, you want a florist that is willing to work with you and satisfy the designs you have in mind.
Q. What should be in the contract?
A. It should included some basic things like your name, address and phone number, contact person's name, address and phone number for every delivery location, and more importantly an itemized list and description of every floral arrangement, the number required, color of ribbons The total cost, your deposit and the amount still owing and the date for the last payment
Q. What type of training should a Florist have?
A. Some basic floral and floral arranging training and should be able to develop a great rapport with customers
Q. What type of training do you have?
A. I have had 12 weeks Floral training at the Genesee vocational Center, Floral Design classes at Mott Community College, 12 weeks in Advanced Floral Design at the Royal Oak Technical Center, and continuing education floral classes thru the MFA (Michigan Floral Association)
A. Some basic floral and floral arranging training and should be able to develop a great rapport with customers
Q. What type of training do you have?
A. I have had 12 weeks Floral training at the Genesee vocational Center, Floral Design classes at Mott Community College, 12 weeks in Advanced Floral Design at the Royal Oak Technical Center, and continuing education floral classes thru the MFA (Michigan Floral Association)
Q. How can a bride save money when deciding on what services they want from a florist?
A. Ask about using flowers that are in season that are in the region (local) or using filler flowers and greens. Consider using masses of inexpensive flowers like white carnations or chrysanthemums instead of roses. Put the bulk of your budget toward flowers for the reception site. Create something dramatic in a few key spots rather than placing numerous smaller items here and there.
A. Ask about using flowers that are in season that are in the region (local) or using filler flowers and greens. Consider using masses of inexpensive flowers like white carnations or chrysanthemums instead of roses. Put the bulk of your budget toward flowers for the reception site. Create something dramatic in a few key spots rather than placing numerous smaller items here and there.
Q. When a bride/groom first comes to you for a consultation, what should they bring with them?
A. Bring as much information as possible:Color swatches, pictures of dresses, pictures of flowers and arrangements that you like (magazine clippings or websites) if available, a picture of your reception room, a list of who needs flowers
Based on my own experience in working with Lisa, I know that she will go the extra mile to include all elements in her designs such as, lighting, pipe and drape and even some extra bling.
A good wedding planner needs a good decorator/florist to collaborate with to bring a design to life. And by the way, check out the LE Real Wedding for Tanesha and DonLarae...Lisa helped make my vision a reality by providing lighting, flowers with bling and pipe and drape.
Check out some samples of Lisa's work:
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