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UKbride Member Request 13 Aug 2017

How do you go about getting quotes from different florists. I'm worried...

How do you go about getting quotes from different florists. I'm worried about choosing all my flowers and arrangements, getting a quote from them, taking up their time and then leaving without booking them. Or is this normal to try different florists? Thanks in advance.

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Emma Gibson
Emma Gibson 13 Aug 2017

I'm not sure but don't see why not. I'm only using a particular florist because I always use them but if I didn't I do think I would go for a few quotes x

Lucy Lewis
Lucy Lewis 13 Aug 2017

Hi go ahead and get a few quotes then you will have a better idea of costs :)

Tracey Whitehouse
Tracey Whitehouse 13 Aug 2017

As a florist, we don't mind people getting quotes. If you order though we ask for a non refundable deposit so bear this in mind and make sure you chose carefully. Don't always go for the cheapest. A good florist will be worth the extra.

UKbride Administrator
UKbride Administrator 13 Aug 2017

Just ring up with your requirements bride bridesmaids button holes
Also top table flowers if needed and ask how much a quote for them

UKbride Administrator
UKbride Administrator 13 Aug 2017

It's completely normal to get a few quotes. Florist understands that it's expensive and you need to make sure that you feel like you're getting value for money with what you buy. Congrats and good luck

Alys Brierley
Alys Brierley 14 Aug 2017

Email them then your not actually going in

Sammi Louise
Sammi Louise 14 Aug 2017

I have popped into a couple of florists. I knew exactly what I wanted and a couple managed to see me there and then as they weren't busy...a couple I had to male appointments with. You should have a free consultation with no obligation!

UKbride Administrator
UKbride Administrator 14 Aug 2017

A lot of florists have a 'starting from' price list for the different types of bouquet / buttonholes / etc that you want which will help give you a rough idea x

Cath Evans
Cath Evans 14 Aug 2017

Coming from a former florist....
I used to expect people to come in for a quote ... but just make it sure at the beginning... eg.
hi im looking for a quote for the cost of wedding flowers... take in a photo of something siilar to what you want ... if you have a color scheme take a piece of fabric for the florist to color match your flowers etc... and then they can give you a good clear estimate for what you want... it was very rare that a bride agreed on the spot to wanting their flowers from us immediately...

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