Sometimes More is ... Less

The flowers you choose for your wedding determine the size, and cost, of your centerpieces. Simple doesn't always mean less expensive.

The economic situation over the past few years has changed the trend of wedding design. Centerpieces that used to be tall, opulent, and over the top became simplistic and architectural in design with minimal flowers. But now that the economy is slowly starting to recover, larger centerpieces are making a comeback.

Enter --- value.

Floral designers are loving the trend and want to make sure it lasts, so many have changed their pricing structure, offering more product for a fraction of the cost compared to years prior. Don't get me wrong, nobody is giving away the farm; but vendors are willing to negotiate to secure the business and promote future business by showing off their creative work.

When florists buy in bulk, it reduces their per-stem cost. For example, lets say you choose a tall glass cylinder with a single cymbidium orchid stem submerged under water and topped with a floating candle. Surround it with some candles and scatter rose petals around the base. Pretty - but basic, right? For the same cost, you can have a full arrangement with roses, dendrobium orchids and hydrangea. This is possible because the florist, at wholesale pricing, can purchase 2-3 dozen roses for same price as 1 cymbidium orchid stem! Definitely something to think about when choosing simplicity for the sake of cutting costs.

Break-away Bouquets

Instead of tossing one bouquet, how about 3? or 6? It's very easy to do and lots of fun when you have a moderate-sized group of single female guests. Simply hand-tie small 'mini bouquets' together to create one large gather. The grouping is then loosely tied with bridal ribbon. When the bouquet is released, several mini bouquets are dispersed into the crowd - so more of your friends are able to walk-away with the lucky flowers.

On the other hand, if you find that most of your friends and family are already married and you would prefer not to toss a bouquet, you can still create the break-away bouquet and present the mini bundles to the special women in your life as a symbol of love and appreciation.

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My Wedding Planner Rocks!

After fourteen years with Deco Productions / Grande Affaires and a year at ME Productions, Lori Smith launches My Wedding Planner Rocks! - a full service wedding planning and coordination company where expertise in the industry is coupled with unparalleled service and meticulous attention to detail.

Over the years, Lori Smith has planned and produced hundreds of weddings and fine floral events of all sizes - from traditional to contemporary, Catholic to Indian to Orthodox.

As a full-time wedding planner and coordinator, Lori is able to dedicate her time and attention to one of the most important days of a bride and groom’s life – while they live it!

Customized packages can be arranged to suit the needs of every individual client, from day of (month of) coordination to full service planning.

For more information, to schedule a consultation, or check date availability, please contact me by email at: myweddingplanner@att.net or 954-802-0210.

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