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Florist Consultation 101: What to Expect During Your Floral Consultation with Willow & Thistle

Updated: Jul 26


Wedding planning can be an overwhelming process for many brides and grooms. Making decisions about the special day can be extremely daunting as there is no doubt that you want the long awaited day to be perfect. Floral consultations are no exception. With the talented designers at Normandy Farm’s on-site florist, Willow & Thistle, you’ll receive expert assistance with those tricky design decisions, ensuring you’re delighted when your bouquet is handed to you.


In order to make the process smooth and stress free, during your consultation we will walk you through your wedding day, step by step, to go over the needs for floral arrangements, décor and rentals. (Did you know that we do more than just flowers?) We will discuss the entire vision for your special day.


Personal Flowers

Your bridal bouquet is likely something that you have dreamed of for a long time, and maybe even one of the first items on your Pinterest inspiration board. It’s possibly the item that sets the tone for the theme and colors of your dream wedding. This makes the bridal bouquet an appropriate first discussion in your floral consultation, followed closely by bridesmaid bouquets, corsages, and boutonnieres.



Ceremony Décor

Whether you choose to add flowers to an existing pergola at your venue, or to start from scratch by renting one from our collection, Willow & Thistle will use floral arrangements to encompass the natural beauty of the structure. When decorating your ceremony space, you’ll want to keep in mind that this is the backdrop of where you'll say “I do!” This is a milestone that you will cherish forever through your wedding photos, so we want to ensure the beauty of the flowers provide the aesthetic you are envisioning.

For brides on a budget, learn about our Simple Elegance Package in a recent blog post. This meticulously crafted package is designed to streamline your floral decisions effortlessly while staying within your budget and making the planning process as simple as possible. 



Rental Décor

Willow & Thistle offers much more than just delicate flowers which makes for the ease of a one-stop-shop for all of your décor dreams. Rental items include loveseats, tablescapes, lights, lanterns, and so much more. Current wedding trends show a popular spike in the variety of lounge styles offered today. The uses of these lounges are endless. Some couples choose to use them for photo ops, a nice sitting area within your space, or even as the seating arrangement for their sweetheart table (pictured bellow under Reception Decor).



Reception Décor

Last, but certainly not least, we'll discuss your reception décor. When the doors open and guests are ushered into the room where the grand celebration takes place, you want to hear everyone say, "Wow!" The reception can include a wide variety of options and decision-making, which can be a lot to digest. But that's why we're here, to guide you through your needs and wishes. It all stems back to the bridal bouquet and your theme; those colors and flowers will be incorporated throughout the entire day and used in reception centerpieces, cocktail tables, and cake flowers. Your theme might be enchanting and romantic, simple and elegant, or grand and lavish. The decor doesn’t stop there; options are also available for place card tables, seating charts, and even lighting.



The possibilities are truly endless when it comes to floral design and setting the ambiance. Willow & Thistle is here to alleviate some of the stress by guiding you step by step through every element of your wedding day. Each wedding starts with a vision that reflects the couple's unique style. But, remember, wedding florals all begin with the bridal bouquet. Inquire about florals and décor through the contact form on our home page, or call our sales department at: 215-616-8407.


Photography by Tyler Boye | Hitched Productions

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