If you’re wedding planning, then chances are your algorithm is already on this, but just in case… Have you thought about what you’re going to do with your bouquet after the wedding? We’re not talking about putting it in a vase on your sweetheart table at the reception. We mean like after-after. If you’re thinking of preserving it, it’s never too early to start planning. In fact, the earlier you plan, the better. We talked to For Keeps Florals, one of the best in the biz, about their bouquet preservation service, and we were shocked when we found out everything that goes into preserving a bridal bouquet!
the ideal situation
Ideally, you know that you’re going to preserve your bouquet before your wedding and arrange to have it shipped to For Keeps Florals ASAP (within 2-3 days, but sooner if possible), so that your flowers are as fresh as possible when they get pressed. The fresher they are, the better the colors are preserved and the easier they are to press and minimize breakage.
To reserve your spot, simply choose one of their stunning preservation options. And FYI, they have more than framed pieces—they even have jewelry like necklaces and earrings, and we’re low-key obsessed. Can you even imagine this for bridesmaid thank-you gifts??? Or as a surprise on your first anniversary? STOP! They ask for your wedding date at checkout, and that’s how they know when to expect your flowers to make sure their preservation team is waiting in the wings and ready to go!
Your big day comes and goes in the blink of an eye, and you pop your precious bouquet in a box and ship it off to their studio in San Diego. Once For Keeps Florals receives your bouquet, they get right to work. The whole process of pressing the flowers and creating your custom pressed flower frame takes 6-8 weeks, and then your one-of-a-kind art will be on its way back to you!
what if your wedding has already passed, but you still have your dried bouquet?
Don’t worry, it’s not too late! If you no longer have your bouquet or if it’s just too damaged, they can recreate your bouquet from pictures or supplement your sentimental dried wedding flowers with fresh blooms to create your perfect bouquet frame.
why to trust a pro vs. DIY
You know that we are huge proponents of DIY, but some things are better left to the professionals, and this is one of those things. Point one:
But, if that wasn’t enough to convince you, we went on a deep dive into their process, and it’s so much more than just pressing the flowers and putting them in a frame from Michaels! Not only do their frames feature a glass back and UV-protective conservation clear glass front, they also have a unique window at the bottom that is still sealed from the outside but allows small flower pieces to fall out of sight (a normal occurrence when you have dried flowers framed). Plus, they are available in ANY size. OMG, what if you sent one of your centerpieces?
Follow @forkeepsflorals on IG for even more inspo! And make sure you @ us when you post your very own creation!
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