From bouquets to boutonnieres, aisle garlands to table arrangements, bridal flowers have always been an essential part of the festive event. Though flowers represent a substantial portion of the total wedding budget, a bride usually sees them for the first time on her wedding day, having left the choice and organization to a florist that she may not even know. This book attempts to take the guesswork out of planning this vital aspect of the day. In addition to advice on choosing and working with florists, professional techniques for arranging and preserving flowers are outlined for the bride who wishes to design her own floral decorations.