Booking a wedding florist is a big decision. Not only are flowers a large investment, but they also play such a huge role in the look and feel of your day. They can truly transform a space. To help you navigate the process, here are 5 big red flags to keep an eye out for when choosing your florist:

1. No or Low Labor Line

Wedding flowers aren’t just about the blooms, they involve delivery, hours of set up, heavy lifting, and breakdown at the end of the night. If labor is missing or suspiciously low on your proposal, it could signal inexperience or that they don’t have a team to properly execute your designs. Labor is where the magic actually comes to life, so this line matters.

2. Lack of Portfolio + Reviews

Your florist should be able to show consistent work that reflects their style and quality. A solid portfolio and reviews from past clients will give you confidence that they can deliver what they promise and give you a glimpse of what it’s like to work with them.

3. Poor Communication

If emails are slow, responses are unclear, or you feel ignored during the inquiry process, it usually won’t improve later. Wedding planning is stressful enough! You deserve a florist who communicates clearly, promptly, and in a way that matches your planning style.

4. Too Good to Be True Pricing

We all love a deal, but if one florist’s quote is drastically lower than everyone else’s, it’s worth pausing. Flowers, labor, and rentals cost what they cost. Underpricing can mean corner-cutting, last-minute substitutions, or over-promising without delivering. Remember: you get what you pay for.

5. Vague Contract

A good contract protects you just as much as it protects the florist. It should outline exactly what’s included, payment schedules, timing, responsibilities, cancellation terms, and substitution policies. If you’re handed a one-page, vague agreement, that’s a red flag. A thorough contract ensures transparency, prevents surprise fees, and gives you peace of mind.

The takeaway: Your wedding florist should make you feel supported, excited, and confident; not stressed or left guessing. If you spot any of these red flags, trust your gut and keep looking.

Here at Le Champagne Projects, we pride ourselves on being transparent, communicative, and detail-oriented so you can feel confident knowing your wedding flowers are in expert hands. But don’t take my word for it, Read What Our Past Clients Are Saying.

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Peace, love, and flowers friends!