Planning a wedding?
Unforgettable Events Begin with an Unforgettable Experience
When you hire An Affair To Remember for your wedding, you get a full service design team dedicated to seeing your vision come to life. From award winning floral designers and event stylists to an extensive collection of in-house rentals spanning boutique furniture, gorgeous vessels, candleholders, high end linens, and custom structures, we are truly a one-stop-shop when it comes to events.
We offer experiences unique to our company like digital mock-ups, in-studio floral and decor presentations, comprehensive design planning, and more.
From the initial design to the execution and the break down day-of, our experienced team of designers will take care of the details so you can enjoy every moment.
ATTENTION TO DETAIL
It's the standard our clients have come to expect.
Where Pinterest Comes to Life!
Our clients are unique and they want their weddings to be as well! Your wedding should reflect your individual personality and your personality as a couple. Our design process is a thoughtful and thorough one. We want to understand your vision so we can translate it into something even more than you dreamt it could be. It is truly a process.
LET’S GET STARTED
After you’ve officially secured our team and your date, we begin with a virtual wedding style consultation. This is where we’ll review your Pinterest board(s) and inspiration photos, talk big picture concepts and color palettes, and review all the small details. You can expect this to last about an hour.
THE DESIGN IS IN MOTION
After your initial wedding style consult, our design team will begin developing the shell of your design. This all happens behind the scenes in anticipation of your in-person design meeting. Between this meeting and your in-person, you’ll browse our inventory and choose anything and everything that catches your eye - from vessels and candlesticks to linens and charger plates. We’ll make sure those pieces are present for you to consider along with other options we think complement and enhance your vision.
We PLAY + YOU DECIDE
It’s time to schedule your in-person! This hands-on appointment is definitely one of clients’ favorite parts of the design process. It’s truly where Pinterest comes to life. It’s really a two-part consultation. We start by an overview of your wedding style consultation, and dive further into color palette, flower choices, and overall vision. We’ll discuss any installs and make decisions on exactly what we want for the ceremony and reception. This part lasts about 45 minutes.
Then it’s time to pick out all the fun stuff! We’ll work together to develop your tablescapes by using pre-designed silk florals, linens, place settings options, lighting candles, and more. It’s so fun seeing these tablescapes take shape. We realize that most people are visual and it’s in this part of the design process that our clients are able to “see” their wedding take shape.
At the end of this appointment, you’ll walk away with a plan for the design and concept plan for the ceremony and reception (and any special areas in between) and a clear picture of what your tablescapes and centerpieces will be.
Depending on when you’ve inquired and your date, this meeting may happen soon or later in your timeline. We often schedule these during the winter, early spring, or late summer.
DESIGN + BUDGET DEVELOPMENT
After your in-person, we get to work on the nitty gritty of the ins and outs of your design and budget. We fine tune the floral choices, pour over the details, and are meticulous about what areas are best to splurge and to save.
Depending on the complexity of the design, this part can take about two-six weeks and may even involve a site visit or two. It takes a lot of creative hours to develop this plan. Each stem is thoughtfully chosen specific to your palette and vibe and we try our best to take special attention to the budget goal at this time as well. Sometimes measurements need to be taken for installs and outside vendors need to be brought in to execute certain designs. Our design team may tweak your design a few times before you even see it because of this process. We’re fiercely attentive to the details because… it’s all in the details! So try your best to be patient because it’s all part of the process and worth it in the end!
Once the preliminary design is completely, you’ll be emailed a link for review. It’ll be itemized with pricing on each major section/area of your wedding. We intentionally do not itemize each line because of the second phase of this process. It’s important that you focus on the areas that you’re passionate and excited about and keep an eye on your total budget. Your job is to consider the overall design and budget and provide feedback on what’s priority to you and what’s not and where you’re comfortable with the total budget. It’s our job to take that feedback and tweak the design until it meets those expectations. Depending on your vision and your budget parameters, this part of the process may not even happen or it may take 1-3 edits to get it perfect! Just remember it’s a process and we’re here to guide you on the best choices to maximize the vision and budget.
Most often, this part takes place over e-mail or phone, but we’re always happy to meet in person to review design changes and discuss options.
You Relax, While We Deliver
Now that we’ve chosen all the details and approved the final budget, it’s time to anxiously wait for the big day… because, omigosh, it’s going to be gorgeous!
We never limit our contact with our clients, so if you have a new idea you want to explore or want to review plans, we’re just an email or a phone call away. But if you’re a checklist person and want to move onto the next part of wedding planning, you can! Our team will be in touch with you about 2 months from your big day to make sure all our Ts are crossed and our Is are dotted! We’ll review day-of logistics, final additions or tweaks to your design plan, review the layout and seating, and more.
The most important piece to remember is that you don’t have to worry about a thing. We’ve got you and we’ve got this! We’ll reach out to the necessary vendors ahead of time to make sure everything is scheduled according to plan and everyone is on the same page so that you can show up to a beautiful ceremony and reception and take it all in. From years of experience and a focus on excellence, our team runs like is a well-oiled machine.
Our clients value having an experienced team handle the details when they can’t. It’s the #AATRexperience and it’s one our clients deserve and have come to expect.
“Flowers are love’s truest language”
"How much should I budget for flowers and decor?"
We get asked this often. Pricing, just like your wedding, is unique.
Remember, it’s an investment in the day just like the food, the photography, and the dress. We create the ambiance that sets the mood and gives your photographer all those beautiful details to capture.
The right flowers and decor elevate the occasion from just a party to a wedding; something timeless you’ll revisit years to come with your children and grandchildren.
While it is difficult to provide a blanket total for florals and decor, on average, our clients budget $10,000-$35,000 for flowers, decorations, and our design service.
This, of course, can vary drastically on what your needs and wants are for the day. One couple may want specialty linens, large arrangements for the reception, and more expensive flower varieties, while another might be utilizing the linens provided by the venue and want a more simple centerpiece. The size of the guest list and bridal party also play a big part in budget allocation. A guest list of 100 with a $10,000 budget has more wiggle room to play than a guest list of 300 with the same budget.
It's important to know that we are here to help maximize your resources and guide you through the process of choosing the perfect combination of elements to achieve the most impact.
Floral Pricing Guide
The following price list is provided to give you an idea of starting and average pricing, but all designs are custom to your vision and budget. *Like everything it seems these days, the fallout of Covid has forced farms + wholesalers across the world to raise prices significantly, which are passed down to us. We are proud to say that we have not increased our standard industry mark-up in over 10 years. Trust us when we say that our entire industry is hoping we see these increases and product shortages “level out” in the coming years. We have always and will always design with a conscious mind no matter the budget.
Bridal bouquets average $325-$375
Maids bouquets range $125-$175
Boutonnieres range $15-$20ea
Corsages - $35-$45
Altar/arch Arrangements start at $750-$3500+ depending on the design. Custom installs can run up to $7,500.
Aisle/pew bouquets average $35-$75
Tall floral centerpiece average $350-$875+
Low floral centerpieces typically range $215-$375+
Hanging + Elevated + Custom Installs - these vary greatly, but we see them starting around $1750 and go up from there, typically falling in a $2500-4500 range (depending on the size of install, of course!)
Non floral centerpieces like candlescapes start at $65
Labor + Design - referring to set-up, transitioning decor from ceremony to reception, flipping the room, and post-event tear down along with general labor costs involved in prepping for the big day) typically ranges 10%-25% of your total design contract. *Additional travel charges or lodging may apply for out of town weddings.
“Don’t let anyone tell you that ‘flowers will just die’. Besides the photographs and the memories, the flowers are the only element that last beyond the last call. ”
Let's get started!
Congrats!
You’re getting married (eek!) and about to dive into one of the most fun and exciting parts of the planning process - the design! As dates get scooped up quickly, filling out the form below is the fastest route to check to see if your date is available. The minimum for 2023 dates starts at $8,000 and does vary on date, availability, and season. We require a $750 retainer to reserve your date and our services and are unable to provide itemized quotes prior to that retainer. We would love to set up a meet + greet with you and answer any questions you might have!
Please tell us a little bit about the big day! We would LOVE to be part of such a special day for you and your families. Looking forward to hearing more about your vision for the big day!
SAVE YOUR DATE
SO….you’re engaged and ready to dive in!? Well… not quite.
If you’re here, you’re likely ready and want to reserve AATR for your big day, but might not be quite ready to dive head first into the design process. We feel you; we are big fans of early planning and recommend booking your favorite vendors as soon as you can, but what we aren’t keen on is rushing the design process before you’re ready.
If you’re pressured to make design choices before you’re ready, you don’t have a lot of wiggle room if you get inspired by a palette or vibe later on during the planning process and on top of it, you make double work for yourself with changes down the line.
It’s important that you give yourself some time to research and get inspired during the early planning process - choose your venue, pick out the dresses, start Pinning images that inspire you.
Our ideal time to begin discussing plans for your flowers and decor is around the 9 month mark and settling on all design choices 6 months from your date.
So, let’s get something crossed off that extraordinarily long list of yours! Trust us, it’ll feel like a weight has been lifted!
Flowers? Check!
Decor Rental? Check, check!
Design team to take care of all the set-up + breakdown? Check, check, check!
*Add the date retainer below to your cart and begin the check out process by clicking on your shopping cart in the top right corner of this webpage.
DATE + SERVICE RETAINER
TERMS OF ENGAGEMENT
This purchase confirms that you (the purchaser) have engaged An Affair To Remember to provide Full Service Wedding Design, Floral and Decor Services in connection with your wedding on the date and location supplied by you upon check out.
We are incredibly excited to officially be a part of your special day and look forward to providing you with exceptional and unparalleled service our clients and colleagues have come to expect.
To reserve the date and services of An Affair To Remember, by completing the purchase of this date retainer service/product, you have agreed to a minimum service contract commitment previously communicated to you by our team prior to this purchase are submitting a non-refundable retainer of $750.00. *This minimum runs anywhere from $8,000-25,000
This retainer applies to our initial consultation, the preparation of your design plan, and additional consultation, as needed. The agreement reserves our services on your date; no specific rentals or decor have been reserved by this purchase.
This amount will be applied toward the “services contract”, which will outline and include the specific services, flowers, and decor that we will arrange for, and provide, prior to and on your wedding day. We request the services contract be finalized and approved no later than 6 months prior to your date.
If applicable, payments can continue to be made toward your contract commitment, according to the outlined payment schedule prior to the finalization of your services agreement (this will be emailed after check-out). All payments made will be applied toward the contract commitment and are non-refundable.
Changes may be made to your design proposal until the services agreement is agreed upon by both parties and signed.
We cannot wait to share this incredible day with you and appreciate your trust in An Affair to Remember! Now, check this part off your list! ….for now, anyway ;)
PLEASE NOTE: It is important that you confirm with our team prior to purchase that your date is available. If we have specifically directed you to this page, your date has already been confirmed as available. If for some reason, an error has been made on our part and we cannot service your date, your deposit will be refunded in full.
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