Budget Bloom

Sure, blooms can run up bridal bills like mad, and lots of panicky people are advising other panicky people to slash and burn in this beautiful area. But the Guru advises taking some deep calming breaths—and literally stopping to smell the roses. Beautiful blooms are an indispensable part of any wedding—and the solution is obvious: Simply find more cost-conscious options. There are so many out there that I’m going to start with just one and follow up with more soon.

Take a peek at Bridesign. These enterprising people offered to send their wedding packages (see the pictures below) straight to our office so that we could see for ourselves that it’s possible to order your flowers from an online company and get them fresh, undamaged and on time. Plus, the company claims that because you’re cutting out the middleman, you can save 30% on costs.

So one day, these big boxes were rolled into my office via dolly, and we all set to work ripping them open. Wow! Bouquets, table arrangements, tosses—oh my! And every petal was in place. Our offices were filled with the sounds of ooohing and aaahing.

NOTE: Your flowers are delivered by FedEx two days before your wedding. If you aren’t satisfied, another shipment can be sent overnight. If that still doesn’t work, the company will arrange for a local florist to get the blooms to you at no cost.

Posted by Susan at 4:26 p.m.