Start with the garden and guest layout
Identify what the setting already offers: a view between trees, an aisle, a facade or an opening towards the landscape. The backdrop should leave the couple visible from the back row. Then plot the aisle, chairs, celebrant’s position and service routes.
A bohemian ceremony with pampas and dried flowers
The bohemian example described here uses pampas grass and dried flowers. The couple stand before an arch or a circle, or beneath a canopy dressed in pampas. Two lines of arrangements border the aisle, framing the couple’s route towards the celebrant.
Review the composition from the entrance: the height of the backdrop, the opening in the circle or canopy and the space around the couple should work with the seating rows. A full arrangement can still allow guests to see the vows.
What budget should we allow for this bohemian decoration?
The indicative budget supplied for this design is around €1,500. It refers to the ceremony decoration described, using pampas and dried flowers for the aisle and arch, circle or canopy. The quote should specify dimensions, volumes, installation and removal for the actual proposal.
A white ceremony, from rose petals to chairs
A white scheme runs through the whole setting. Rose petals lie on the ground and two rows of pots or white-flower arrangements frame the aisle. White roses are central to the design.
The ceremony arch can combine olive branches with white roses. Foliage adds texture while retaining a predominantly white floral palette. White chairs, white garlands in the olive trees, the bridal bouquet and bouquets for those accompanying the bride continue the same colours.
Ask the quote to separate aisle flowers, arch flowers, bouquets, containers, chairs and garlands. No general price range is given here for the white scheme: it requires a defined design and quantities.
What should the styling quote specify?
| Item | Details to request |
|---|---|
| Flowers | Proposed varieties, volumes and substitutions |
| Structures and containers | Dimensions, rental or purchase, assembly and removal |
| Furniture and textiles | Quantities, models, installation and collection |
| Installation | Access, working hours, team and sound-setup coordination |
| Reusing arrangements | Which pieces, destination, team and movement time |
Schedule installation and the next reception spaces
The florist needs to know the interval between decoration setup, sound checks and guest arrival. If a backup layout is planned, establish which pieces can move and how long the change takes.
Compare ceremony and reception settings before choosing a design. For readings, contributors and music, see the separate guide to the ceremony itself.