The Best Wedding Florists in Westport, MA

The Best Wedding Florists in Westport, MA

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121 Wedding Florists in Westport, MA

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Whaling City Florist (11-Time Award Winning) 

5.0

  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Westport, MA

Established in 2019; Whaling City Florist offers florals for all occasions, modern and imaginative. With a wide variety and styles and designs, we are sure to accommodate you on your special day! We offer event floral package’s as well as individual items a la carte with no minimums.

Awarded Best of Zola
I can not recommend Jillian enough. She is easy to work with, kind, gentle, very knowledgeable, creative, flexible, and extremely supportive. We used a dingy boat as our "arbor". Jillian was creative and extremely supportive in figuring out how to affix the flowers to the boat. Additionally, when I decided to do cake centerpieces, Jillian was flexible with changing the plan to bud vases. She recommended adding greenery to the table which brought the whole look together. Not to mention that the flowers she sources last so long!! Over a week and a half after the wedding the flowers looked as good as day 1! I feel so lucky that I encountered Jillian in my wedding planning process. She is simply the best!
Kerry W., a year ago
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Blooming Artisan 

5.0

  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Westport, MA

I know you want to be a breathtaking bride with an unforgettable wedding. In order to do that you need gorgeous floral arrangements. The problem is, creating a cohesive vision for your wedding flowers on your own can be challenging. This can leave you feeling overwhelmed, and daunted by the process. I believe flowers are the silent soundtrack of your wedding, setting the mood and ambiance like nothing else can. That’s why I dedicate my 25 years of experience to help brides create personalized arrangements that ensure their wedding is a unique masterpiece.

Awarded Best of Zola
I loved using flowers by the station and felt the staff was so kind and communicative from the moment we first started to plan for my wedding! I felt that after I gave them a vision of what I wanted at the consultation they completely read my mind. I loved my flowers so much that I had them dried and put in a picture frame. I even dried my husband’s pocket flowers. Our bouquets and the decorations were stunning, and my mind was at ease knowing Flowers By the Station handled it all for me. Thank you Jennifer and team!!
Allison K., 8 months ago
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Seascape Florals 

5.0

  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Westport, MA

Seascape Florals is a wedding florist located in Kingston, MA. Led by owner Holly, Seascape Florals has worked with couples throughout Massachusetts to help make their wedding day even more beautiful. They would be honored to design your day to be as unique as your love story.

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I have to give the biggest shoutout to Holly and the whole team at Seascape Florals. I was the type of bride who thought I could DIY most of my flowers and I’m so thankful I didn’t listen to myself! Working with Holly was so amazing! She was super understanding of my budget and flexible when I made last minute adds to the package. To say that the flower arrangements were stunning is an understatement! The pergola was breathtaking, my bouquet was perfect, and the centerpieces were quite literally a conversation piece for days after my wedding. Holly is so kind and I’m so grateful that I was able to work with her! What they delivered that day was beyond my expectations and I promise you won’t regret your choice if you book Seascape Florals!
Brystal, 7 months ago
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Stoneside Flower Farm 

5.0

  • Serves Westport, MA

We are a two-acre specialty cut flower farm growing in Dartmouth, MA. Our offerings are highly seasonal, one-of-a-kind, and 100% locally grown. We believe that local, farm-grown flowers help anchor a wedding in time and place. When looking back at the photos, it's easy to tell the month a couple was married just by the flowers alone. This cohesiveness is one of the greatest benefits of seasonal flowers. Plus our designs are bursting with personality, soul, and cheer! We offer unbeatable farm freshness partnered with a highly versatile, unique variety list. *We celebrate love at Stoneside and are dedicated to being inclusive of all couples.*

Awarded Best of Zola
I genuinely can’t properly put into words how perfectly Gaby & Greg made our vision a reality for our September 2025 wedding - they put together stunning corner pieces for the gazebo, created adorable dried flower bud vases for the guest & food tables, hung greenery & herbs from the lights, and I’m still in awe of how perfect my bouquet was. I wanted everything to look like I scooped it all up at the farmers market (where we originally found Stoneside Flower Farm - at the Union Square Farmers Market in Somerville, MA) and OHMYGOD did they deliver. If you’re thinking about finding someone who specializes in locally grown, seasonal flowers for ANY event - I cannot recommend Stoneside enough.
Kirsten M., 3 months ago
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Texture Floral Design Studio 

5.0

  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Westport, MA

I love what I do. Plain and Simple. I have a passion for this business and creating statement pieces, arrangements, and bouquets that are reflections of my design style but more importantly representative of my couples.

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Christine was incredible to work with. We had been shopping around for flowers and loved the look of her designs. We reached out to her to set up a Zoom call and knew we wanted to book with her by the time we hung up. She was flexible, realistic about budgets, and had great suggestions and answers to our questions. After our initial Zoom call, she sent us a vision document that included a lot of the wishes we had mentioned and visuals of what she was thinking. It was the most detailed proposal we got from any vendor in the whole wedding process! We were beyond impressed. We had follow up calls and emailed back and forth about wedding color updates, Pinterest Boards, venue pictures, etc. Christine was prompt in her responses. The flowers on the day of our wedding blew us away. They were absolutely stunning and exactly what we had pictured. Everyone complimented them on the day of and continues to compliment them when they see pictures. We are so grateful for Christine’s hard work and talent. We would recommend her to any couple!
Nora S., 2 years ago
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Bittersweet Gardens 

5.0

  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Westport, MA

At Bittersweet Gardens, I feel so lucky to do what I love: growing beautiful flowers and turning them into stunning wedding designs that tell your love story. As a farmer-florist with over 25 years of experience, I’ve learned how to cultivate blooms that perfectly reflect the magic and emotion of each special day. It’s a true joy to grow these flowers from the ground up—quite literally! But what truly makes this work special is getting to meet so many wonderful couples. Hearing your stories, understanding your vision, and bringing it all to life through flowers is an honor I treasure with every wedding.

We had an amazing experience working with Julie from Bittersweet Gardens in Kingston, MA as our wedding florist. From start to finish, Julie delivered absolutely stunning florals while being incredibly thoughtful and accommodating of our budget. She created the most beautiful centerpieces, boutonnieres and corsages, a breathtaking bridal bouquet, elegant bridesmaid bouquets, and gorgeous ground florals for our ceremony. We loved that we were able to repurpose the ground florals for our sweetheart table—they looked perfect in both settings. Julie also went above and beyond by coordinating directly with Keegan Kreations to add fresh florals to our wedding cake, resulting in a truly show-stopping visual. Every arrangement she designed was lush, cohesive, and perfectly matched our vision. We couldn’t have asked for a more talented or professional florist. Five stars—highly recommend Bittersweet Gardens!
Linden V., 3 months ago
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Poppy Cart 

5.0

  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Westport, MA

Founded in 2018, Poppy Cart creates bespoke, artful floral designs that celebrate the beauty of nature and the individuality of each client from coast to coast. Every arrangement is thoughtfully crafted to reflect the environment, venue, and occasion, ensuring a seamless connection to its surroundings. We honor all couples and all love.

Awarded Best of Zola
Jacci and the team at Poppy Cart were an absolute dream to work with for our wedding. From our very first conversation, they demonstrated a collaborative, clear, friendly, and efficient communication style that put me at ease. It was clear Jacci listened and understood my vision for my wedding, because every flower and color in the bouquets, centerpieces, and other decor was intentional and beyond what I could have imagined. When I mentioned I wanted jasmine in my bouquet but couldn't find it locally, Jacci went above and beyond to source some growing nearby and included it, which brought me to tears - it was one of the highlights of the day. The quality of Poppy Cart's work is truly the very best you can get, and people would be silly not to hire them for their wedding. They made our special day even more meaningful and beautiful than I could have hoped for.
Bonnie F., 8 months ago
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Sweet as Honey Floral 

5.0

  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Westport, MA

Sweet as Honey Floral seeks to create your vision for life's sweetest moments. We work to showcase not only your floral ideas, but also your love story, in our work. No matter what your occasion may be, we will bring your vision to life, creating the perfect backdrop to your event.

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Sweet as Honey Floral took my vague description (color, fun, classic) and venue (coastal) and created an absolute masterpiece! Since the venue overlooked a harbor, I didn't want an arch to block the view - instead, Erin recommended a sprawling garden style centerpiece, and it took my breath away! (See photo by Morgan Wynne Photography) We ended up bringing it upstairs to decorate the reception area after the ceremony was complete. The bouquets and boutonnieres were in a similar style and tied the whole thing together perfectly. Erin was so flexible and responsive during the planning process - I was so pleased, and I highly highly recommend!
Catherine P., 9 months ago
Wanderlust Treats 

5.0

  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Westport, MA

Meet the Wanderlust Treats Cart, where flowers, fun, and memories bloom. Whimsical, interactive, and oh-so-pretty, our Build-a-Bouquet Cart is a floral dream. Dressed in seasonal blooms and bursting with color, it invites guests to handpick and wrap their own bouquets. A heartfelt favor and unforgettable experience all in one. Whether it’s a wedding, shower, garden party, or brunch, our cart brings charm, creativity, and a whole lot of joy. With customizable florals to match your event’s aesthetic, it’s part décor, part activity, and full-on delight. Perfect for photo flower lovers of all ages because every event deserves a little magic.

Wanderlust Treats was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding florals. From the very first conversation, their communication style was gorgeous, vibrant, and stunning - they really listened to our vision and brought it to life in the most breathtaking way. The quality of their work was equally impressive, with the florals being full, vibrant, and long-lasting. The centerpiece they created for our main table was a true showstopper, filled with lush blooms in our wedding colors that truly elevated the entire space. We were blown away by their attention to detail and the way they seamlessly incorporated personal touches throughout. Wanderlust Treats helped make our wedding day even more special, and we couldn't recommend them highly enough.
Lura R. W., 9 months ago
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Between The Roses Florist 

5.0

  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Westport, MA

After over 25 years of being an Interior Design I decided to further my love of design and passion for flowers to becoming a floral designer. Finishing first in my class and armed with the love of what I do I opened Between the Roses Florist. I was fortunate enough to have the most dedicated, professional, upbeat team I could have ever imagined. Our goal is to work with our clients in making their floral dreams come true. Using the best product, innovative designs and above and beyond customer service.

We had a fantastic experience working with Between the Roses for our wedding at The Villa at Ridder Country Club. Heather was incredibly thorough and thoughtful throughout the entire planning process—she asked all the right questions and really took the time to understand our vision by reviewing our inspiration photos. The flowers turned out absolutely beautiful—bright, vibrant, and exactly the aesthetic we were hoping for. From the bouquets and centerpieces to the welcome sign, cake flowers, boutonnieres, and pergola arrangements, every detail was perfect. Heather was also a huge help on the wedding day itself, staying after the ceremony to repurpose the pergola flowers for the reception. Highly recommend!
Morgan S., 9 months ago
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Consider The Lilies 

5.0

  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Westport, MA

Beautiful florals are even more special on your wedding day. Along with everyday arrangements, we love to create the florals for your wedding + event too. We understand how special your wedding or event is to you. We invite you to come in and share ideas. We will work with you to design something truly creative and unique no matter what the size of your event or gift.

CTL did an absolutely stunning job on my wedding flowers. When i spoke with Sarah, she understood exactly what i wanted from the start. She was kind and easy going, but clearly knowledgable and trustworthy. Her and her team created an absolutely stunning flower piece for my ceremony that blew my expecations out of the water. When i look back at the pictures now - its so clear that the flowers were the linchpin in pulling together my whole vision of my wedding day, and CTL did not disappoint! I cant recommend them enough <3
Pat and D., 5 years ago
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Moon Gate Garden 

5.0

  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Westport, MA

We create artful wedding florals to make your day unforgettable, plus offer the cutest vintage flower truck—perfect for engagement parties, to-go bouquets, or adding charm to any celebration. Serving South Shore and beyond, we bring beauty, creativity, and a touch of magic to every special moment. Let’s make your event truly unique!

Lydia is creative and engaging with her couples. She is responsive and open in communicating with couples about their vision for their wedding or event florals. She is also able to accommodate everything from your small backyard elopements to a grand ballroom wedding. Adding the mobil flower and coffee bar to any event is a really fun way to get people interacting. She has done bouquet crafting activities for bridal showers and events with is a really nice way to get people doing something fun and interactive at an event. Always happy to recommend Lydia and Moongate Garden
Andrew, 6 months ago
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The Wild Dahlia 

5.0

  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Westport, MA

The Wild Dahlia is a luxury, full-service wedding florist serving Boston, Cape Cod, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, and greater New England. We specialize in custom wedding florals with a wild, garden-inspired aesthetic that feels elevated, natural, and intentional. Known for large-scale installations and immersive floral design, we create cohesive floral environments tailored to each couple and venue. From design through installation and breakdown, our team delivers a seamless, thoughtful experience for refined weddings and destination celebrations.

From the moment we first reached out to The Wild Dahlia, their communication was clear, knowledgeable and professional. The owner, Shawna, listened closely to our vision for the wedding decor and provided expert guidance to bring it to life. On the day of the wedding, their team delivered beautiful, elegant floral arrangements that exceeded our expectations. The venue was transformed into a stunning, romantic setting that perfectly captured the mood we were going for. The value and quality of their work was truly top-notch, and we received countless compliments from our guests. We are so grateful to The Wild Dahlia for playing such an integral role in making our special day absolutely perfect.
Jessica W., 8 months ago
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Only Prettier Design 

5.0

  • Serves Westport, MA

We are Heather and Dianne, the proud owners of Only Prettier Design, a floral and event design company based south of Boston. We’re entrepreneurs, moms, dreamers, doers, decorators, florists, and have a passion for making all things prettier! We pride ourselves on bringing your wedding day vision to life. From statement floral pieces and tablescapes, to paper design and signage, we deliver amazing results that you will remember for years to come!

Only Prettier Design was an amazing florist to work with for our wedding! They walked through every step with me and asked even the smallest questions to make sure everything was perfect. Their work was truly stunning - everything looked more beautiful than I ever could have imagined. They guided me through the entire planning process and helped me bring my vision to life. Best decision ever was working with Only Prettier Design, I HIGHLY recommend them!
Hannah M., a year ago
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Brilhante Florals & Events 

5.0

  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Westport, MA

Brilhante Florals and Events is a sister owned business who believes that every moment in life is incomplete without a flower nearby. At Brilhante Florals & Events, our team works hard to ensure that each client's event is as exquisite and ultimately as unbelievably perfect as it can be. Whether you are looking for a small piece or larger than life pieces, we are ready to bring your vision to life! Weddings are our specialty and each dream soon becomes our dream too. We cannot wait to get in touch with our future clients and learn more about how we can make your special day unforgettable.

Brilhante Florals & Events was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. Kaitlyn and her sister were the nicest people and did a fantastic job listening to our vision and creating the beautiful, magical setting we had envisioned for our Newport/Portsmouth wedding. They understood our budget and went above and beyond to deliver quality flowers and a beautifully designed floral decor that exceeded our expectations and left both us and the guests in awe!. The venue loved their attention to detail and incredible work ethic - they were truly lovely to work with from start to finish. We couldn't have asked for a better florist for our special day.
Mary R., 5 months ago
Songbird Floral Designs 

5.0

  • Serves Westport, MA

With over 25 years of design experience and an eye for the latest trends, Debra is ready to translate your vision into the perfect decor for your event. Whether you are hosting an intimate gathering or a black-tie gala, Songbird Floral Designs provides industry expertise and personal attention to detail.

Oh my goodness, I could not have more amazing things to say about Deb and her talents and how she BROUGHT them to our wedding day. Florals are a piece of the wedding that truly elevate everything and because of Deb's florals, our wedding day was above and beyond what we could have expected, it was magical. The creative details she added to the arrangements along with thoughtfully placed color brought all decor together perfectly. We had multiple pre-day meetings with Deb and she truly understood what we were trying to accomplish, but made it even better. There are so many details and floral placements you can't forget about and Deb and team were able to cover them all. They even moved florals from the ceremony to the reception tent to help us save on costs. Highly recommend Deb and the Songbird Floral Designs team and also highly recommend doing the boutonniere pocket squares, a full flower arch, a king's table and ALL THE THINGS. Thank you Deb!!!! 3
Kayla O., 2 years ago
Foxgloves and Ferns 

5.0

  • Serves Westport, MA

Foxgloves and Ferns creates beautiful fresh flower designs for your special event in the greater Boston area. We love seaside weddings on the Cape and North Shore. From Seaside weddings to formal Boston Hotel ceremonies, we've designed beautiful flowers that give color to any setting. There are many details to be put together for your special day, we can guide you to what flowers are available and what designs will fit your space.

Lisa was great to work with and is super talented! My bouquet and the bridal party bouquets were everything I dreamed of - her work is stunning. Her communication throughout the process was great, and she was very punctual for delivery! Highly recommend working with Lisa!
Kendal L., 5 months ago
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Something Borrowed Blooms 

4.9

  • Starts at $250
  • Serves Westport, MA

Something Borrowed Blooms is the premier rent-and-return floral and décor company in the U.S., offering beautifully curated premium silk floral collections. Couples who choose to rent typically save up to 70% compared to the cost of traditional fresh flowers. Our collections include everything you need for your wedding day, from bridal and bridesmaid bouquets to boutonnieres, garlands, centerpieces, aisle markers, cake flowers, swags, flower combs and crowns, wedding décor, and more. Each design is thoughtfully curated to create a cohesive, elevated look from ceremony to reception.

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Something Borrowed Blooms was a fantastic choice for our wedding flowers. Their communication was quick, efficient, and they were incredibly easy to work with throughout the planning process. The quality of their work was absolutely beautiful - the flowers looked and smelled completely real, and all of our vendors and guests thought they were real blooms. It was so convenient to just have them pack up and ship the arrangements back after the wedding, and we felt we received excellent value for the cost. We couldn't have been happier with Something Borrowed Blooms and highly recommend them to any couple planning their wedding.
Katherine C., 4 months ago
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Flower Moxie – Do-It-Yourself Wedding Flowers 

4.9

  • Starts at $350
  • Serves Westport, MA

In 2013, 8-year wedding veteran Amy McCord Jones realizes she wouldn't be able to afford to hire her own floral services if she was a bride. Then, Amy discovers that there is basically zero help available for DIY brides. No flower recipes. No instructions. No access to florist-grade blooms. Rude. So she launches Flower Moxie! Flower Moxie remains a humble, tucked-away small business out of Oklahoma City. We don’t zoom around on scooters in some fancy high-rise. We stock an average kitchen with canned wine and Aldi chips and listen to true crime podcasts while photographing curvy ranunculus. Join us. There’s cake, hugs, and acceptance here.

Awarded Best of Zola
This was such an amazing service! I had the pleasure of video chatting with Alexa, and she truly brought every part of my floral vision to life. We explored different flower options together, dissected my Pinterest board, and she helped me craft pure magic—all within my budget. The custom recipes she created were incredibly helpful and gave me the perfect guidance to DIY the flowers of my dreams. Here are some pictures of my bouquet, my bridesmaids’ bouquets, and the ceremony/reception arrangements. I couldn’t recommend Flower Moxie enough—and fingers crossed you get the amazing Alexa to help make your flower dreams come true too!
Maddy P., 10 months ago
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The Faux Bouquets 

5.0

  • Starts at $175
  • Serves Westport, MA

Believe it or not, we often have people ask if our pictures throughout our website are showing a mix of fresh and faux and…no they aren’t! Although fresh florals are pretty, we are totally in love with poser-blooms all the way here and that’s what we design 100% of our orders with.

Awarded Best of Zola
The Faux Bouquets were great at communicating throughout the entire process! They provided amazing, lifelike floral arrangements that were beautiful in our wedding photos. This was such an easy and convenient service - we simply received the pre-made package, used them for our special day, then packaged them back up to send off. We were thrilled with the quality and value of their work, which truly contributed to making our wedding day perfect.
Jade C., a year ago
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Wood & Word Blooms, sola wood floral designs (faux not fresh) 

5.0

  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Westport, MA
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🌹 WE ARE NOT FRESH FLOWER FLORISTS. WE WORK WITH WOOD & FAUX FLOWERS. PLEASE ACKNOWLEDGE THIS IN YOUR REPLY. 🌹 Wood & Word Blooms is run by a Jen Angle, former teacher of 20+ years and specializes in using hand-painted wood flowers along with a faux, dried and preserved florals (nothing fresh here) to bring your wedding vision to life not just for that one glorious day but forever. Besides designing for you, I also offer DIY Wood Flower Experiences to create your wedding florals alongside me in person or virtually and 1:1 sessions to help DIY brides learn to do it themselves.

Awarded Best of Zola
Jen did a fantastic job with all my florals for my wedding!! She did all our bouquets and boutonnieres for the day, along with mini vases for our centerpieces! She was a dream to work with and bought my Pinterest board dreams to life. The quality of the flowers are amazing and I can’t wait to have them for the rest of my life!! Thank you, Jen!!
The M., 4 months ago
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Harvest Moon Florals 

5.0

  • Starts at $7,000
  • Serves Westport, MA

Harvest Moon Florals is a small specialty flower farm and design studio specializing in seasonal, modern and whimsical design. Working with the mindful couple to create a sustainable and unique floral experience. We offer full service wedding florals with a minimum of $4,000 & a la carte with no minimum

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Ayla is the definition of a perfect vendor. She is exceptionally talented, dedicated, resourceful, and collaborative. She exceeded our expectations and made an already lovely space feel magical. Ayla's passion and artistic skill is obvious. She immediately understood our organic, airy, and romantic vision, and she and her team made it a reality. With her expertise, an assortment of poppies, ranunculus, chamomile, sweet peas, smilax, etc., brought so much beauty, life, and color to our wedding day. Every design element - from my bridal bouquet to tablescapes and tent installations to our ceremony chuppah (undoubtedly, the most stunning chuppah I've ever seen) - was perfect. Not only does Shade Studios deliver an incredible product, but Ayla is also just cool. She's fun to talk to and brainstorm with, and her excitement, creativity, and curiosity make for a wonderful client experience. I highly recommend Shade Studios. 100/100!
Rani P., 2 years ago
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Gloria’s Blooms 

5.0

  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Westport, MA

Gloria’s Blooms is based in Boston, Massachusetts. We offer full service bespoke wedding floral designs that include bouquets, boutonnieres, corsages, ceremony, reception installations and anything else you could think of! Please contact us for more information, availability and pricing. Our mission is finding the absolutely most beautiful flowers to make your vision and day come to life, and become even more beautiful! We service all over Massachusetts and New England.

Awarded Best of Zola
Kylie made our wedding flower dreams a reality with effortlessly elegant arrangements. With only a few details and inspiration pics, she captured our vision even better than we could have articulated. She was incredibly professional, easy to work with, genuinely kind, and went above and beyond. Her role as a personal hype woman before I walked down the aisle was an unexpected and cherished bonus
Madison, a year ago
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Prose Florals 

5.0

  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Westport, MA

Known for our modern-romantic style, relaxed approach, and iconic silhouettes, our Boston-based studio sits at the cross-section of artfully curated flair and the kind of expertly-designed floral pieces you'll be proud to have in your wedding albums forever. We believe great stories transcend mediums, classic style is eternal, and Playa Banca roses never go out of style.

Awarded Best of Zola
Sierra and her team at Prose Florals came highly recommended and working with them to create our floral vision was one of my favorite parts of the wedding planning process. Sierra clearly walked me through all my options during our planning call and helped me make decisions that would bring our vision to life within our budget. Throughout the entire process beginning to end, it was so easy to ask questions and communicate about any changes that were needed. On our wedding day, Sierra and her team took care of everything and ensured the day ran smoothly. The flowers looked absolutely gorgeous and added a special touch to our day. Numerous guests also commented on how beautiful all of the arrangements were. I would highly recommend Prose Florals and hope our paths cross again for an event in the future!
Sarah S., a year ago