Ceremony in a ballroom
Photo by Sonic Image, courtesy of Focal Concepts

Flowers really do make a statement at a wedding. They conjure a sense of romance. They set the stage at the ceremony. They dress up the banquet venue. They are an integral part of a wedding.

Garden wedding
Photo courtesy of Focal Concepts

When brainstorming with your florist or decorator, discuss the following :

• How much of your wedding budget you have allocated for flowers.
  
• The option of local blooms versus imported ones.
  
• Where to spend more funds – the ceremony or the banquet.
  
• Colour themes.
  
• Your choice of flowers.
  
• Whether your preferred choice of flowers can withstand the heat and humidity.
  
• How to be more cost effective by incorporating other décor items into the floral designs.
  
• Backup plan should certain flowers not be available come your wedding day.

Pretty pastel
Photo by Wondrous Vision, courtesy of La Flaire

Stunning centrepiece
Photo by Wondrous Vision, courtesy of La Flaire

Floral stand
Photo courtesy of Fleurs At Marrakesh

Table flowers
Photo courtesy of Fleurs At Marrakesh

Striking
Photo courtesy of My Bridal Florist

Tip : Visit florists and view the flowers that they carry.