A wedding flower brief is easier to plan when you separate style from function. Start with the overall mood you want, then decide which floral elements matter most across the ceremony, bridal party and reception.

CHOOSE A DIRECTION BEFORE CHOOSING FLOWERS

Romantic, minimalist, garden-inspired and tropical designs can all work beautifully, but the venue and season should guide the final flower choices. A strong florist will interpret your preferred mood rather than force a fixed list of varieties.

PRIORITISE THE FLORAL MOMENTS THAT MATTER MOST

Bridal bouquets, ceremony flowers, reception tables and statement installations all have different visual roles. If budget is limited, choose the areas that guests will experience most strongly and concentrate the design there.

PLAN THE FULL SERVICE EARLY

Delivery, setup, venue access and pack-down can be just as important as the arrangements themselves. Discuss these details early so the floral plan works with your ceremony and reception timeline.

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