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How much is too much to spend on wedding decorations? I finally found a florist and my total cost is $1200 for wedding and reception (my flowers, bm flowers, groom, gm, mil, mob, etc.)

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How much is too much to spend on wedding decorations? I finally found a florist and my total cost is $1200 for wedding and reception (my flowers, bm flowers, groom, gm, mil, mob, etc.)

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Laneirh, that is a good question. Are you having fresh flowers or silk flowers?

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Oh my goodness laneirh, I am having the same issue. I am using silk flowers and decorations, flowers,etc exactly like yours could also be ~$1200 and I was wondering also if that was considered to be too much. Glad you made the post. We both could use the insight.

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Personally, I would say that is too much or maybe my florist is just exceptionally reasonable. I didn't go anywhere else because I've seen her work before, so I don't have any other prices to compare. My total came to $800.00. That includes my flowers, bm flowers, groom, gm, mil, mob, church flowers, pew bows and cake table decorations. All fresh flowers. Had I not seen any of her work previously, I would have sworn that she didn't know what she was doing because her price was so low, but she is awesome (a sister too). I would say keep shopping around if you have the time. However, I am in NJ. Maybe that is the going rate in SC.

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Hi Nlbostic, where are you located in New Jersey? Would you mind sharing your florist information with me? I will be moving to New Jersey in two months and I would appreciate the information if possible. Thanks.

Delight yourself in The Lord & He will give you the desires of your heart!Ps 37

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Here you go Rhonda:
It's called Forget Me Not Floral Boutique. The owner's name is Lauren. The shop is located at 174 Danforth Avenue, Jersey City. The number is 201 915-9555. She did my cousin's wedding and the arrangements were gorgeous.

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I'm moving to Jersey City! Nlbostic, I appreciate your help so much! What a blessing. Thanks!

Delight yourself in The Lord & He will give you the desires of your heart!Ps 37

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Rhonda, I am using both silk and live flowers. My arrangement will be live roses (various colors) and some other arrangements in the church/reception will be live as well. I am also asking the florist to do some other special things on that day that could be raising my cost alittle bit. When I first spoke to her, it was alittle lowere towards the $800-900 range but then I started on my fantasy and it was over. I like this florist work and she has a great way of paying attention to detail. So I believe that I will go with her but just narrow down my vision alittle.

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I'm going to talk to the florist that Nlbostic recommended. I will probably do a combination of live and silk flowers as well. I don't want to go over my budget, so I will check to see what my options are. Laneirh it sounds like your facility will be decorated very nicely, can't wait to see the pics!!!

Delight yourself in The Lord & He will give you the desires of your heart!Ps 37

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Rhonda please be sure to let me know how it goes when you call her.

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Nlbostic, I will keep you posted. Thanks again.

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Lowers are the MOST expensive thing at your wedding. They make the most impact and can really set the tone of your wedding. A great tip is scale down flowers at the church is you are having an evening wedding (More if the wedding is in the morning where people will notice). Concentrate on the reception and your bouquets. Reception Flowers, How to choose a florist for your wedding. Avoid scams. & Outdoor Wedding Favors will help you plan. We have hundreds of articles on dozenss of topics. Search our site for more info.

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Thanks for the tips Rosetta, I just love this site -- it is truly a God send for people like myself who need all the help they can get!!!!

Delight yourself in The Lord & He will give you the desires of your heart!Ps 37

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I'm with you on that Rhonda....

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