If you're planning a wedding, anniversary or other large party, it's wise to take some time and shop around for florists. Not all florists are the same. While your local flower shop may make beautiful arrangements that make you drool, they may not be a good choice for your party. For any event that requires more than six arrangements, you should really look into hiring a special event florist. They usually do not have a walk-in retail shop. Some may even do weddings exclusively. But how is this an advantage to you?

One reason is space. Usually event florists set up shop in a large warehouse or other big space. This may not seem like a big deal, but let's say you have fifty tables at your event. The space available means that containers can be prepped and laid out well beforehand. Then, a couple hours before your party, florists can work quickly and efficiently.

With a small shop, the limited space can become a problem down the line. Imagine a small, busy shop trying to make fifty arrangements by a certain deadline. They will have to start early and work throughout the day. Where will they put each one as it gets done? Will the arrangements be overcrowded and smashed? And what if the retail traffic means they do not get done on time? This leads us to another advantage. Refrigerator space. You may have noticed that flowers are kept in coolers. That's because flowers stay fresh longer under cool conditions. Here's how it works: the florist orders flowers from a grower, and the grower ships them in large boxes. How the flowers are treated once they arrive can make a huge difference in how they look and how long they last.

Because cooler space is limited in a small shop, your flowers may have to sit in a back room, maybe for days. A specialty florist, however, is used to handling large volumes of flowers. They probably have more than enough cooler space and can get your flowers in optimum conditions immediately. This means they'll be fresher and last longer for your guests to enjoy! Flowers are delicate, and delivering them safely takes some special knowledge and care. Event florists have systems and supplies in place to handle your fifty arrangements and make sure they get safely to their destination.

One final advantage you may want to consider is that many event florists rent equipment. They may have a great variety of containers in large quantities. They may also have other decorative items you need like pillars, mirrors, and candle holders. Small shops, on the other hand, will have to order your containers, or will have a really limited selection of rentals.

Check your local business directory and ask around. If you have bridal fairs in your area, it is worth checking them out. It's a good place to find special event florists, even if you are not planning a wedding. Just make sure you ask if they do only weddings. Good luck with your party!

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