The Best Modern Wedding Florists in Ashby, MA

The Best Modern Wedding Florists in Ashby, MA

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68 Wedding Florists in Ashby, MA

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Midsummer Flowers 

5.0

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

Midsummer Flowers is a tiny floral design studio that specializes in creating one-of-a-kind floral designs for weddings and other celebrations and events, by combining the perfect balance of timeless romance and garden-inspired whimsy.

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Tracy was AMAZING!!! From our first call together I knew she was going to wonderful to work with and would be able to bring my wedding floral vision to life! Tracy is creative, collaborative, and was able to capture what I wanted all while minding my budget. She communicated with me every step of the way and gave me ideas and suggestions that I loved! I was BLOWN away by the final product and could not believe everything came out so perfectly. From my bridal flowers, to the farm table tablescapes, to the little floral details...everything look fantastic (and I couldn't believe we accomplished it all on my budget!!). Tracy was able to include so many little touches, like ribbon, table runners, and all different kinds of candles... the venue looked beautiful!!! 10/10 recommend!!
Catherine, 9 days ago
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Flou(-e)r 

5.0

  • Starts at $9,000
  • Serves Ashby, MA

We use a unique recipe to create a once in a life-time experience for your wedding or special event. The secret starts with a big helping of extraordinary service and desire to exceed all your expectations combined with all of your vision, slowly and carefully blended with our imagination, innovation, texture, design and of course a healthy dash of a blend of couture color. And Voilà! – a dream transformed into reality.

Flou(-e)r was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding florals. From the very first conversation, Gregory was easy to communicate with, incredibly helpful, and flexible in bringing our vision to life. The final floral arrangements were absolutely beautiful - even better than we had imagined. Gregory was particularly supportive of our vision, which included bright, vibrant colors and fun disco ball accents. He helped council us through the process as we made decisions along the way. We were thrilled with how everything turned out and would highly recommend Flou(-e)r to any couple planning their special day!
Anthony & A., a year ago
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Roxana Figueroa Design 

5.0

  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Ashby, MA

My love for nature began early, surrounded by vibrant landscapes and the orchids my father grew. My inventive grandparents sparked my curiosity and appreciation for beauty. My path has been far from linear—studying literature and education, working as a medical interpreter and Spanish teacher, then moving into IT as a Software Test Engineer. Each chapter shaped my design style: disciplined, intentional, and story-driven. Floral artistry became the place where creativity, precision, and emotion meet. Through Roxana Figueroa Design, I create refined, personal floral experiences that transform moments into art.

Roxana did a great job on a flower bar experience for my sister's bridal shower! Would highly recommend her for any special event!
Lindsay B., 4 months ago
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Sydney Smith Designs 

5.0

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

Sydney Smith Design is a floral and custom design company based in Winchester, Massachusetts. We are a premier floral studio that specializes in one-of-a-kind flower centerpieces and customized special event decor.

We had the absolute pleasure of working with Sydney for our wedding florals, and we truly couldn’t be happier with how everything turned out. From our first meeting, Sydney was kind, attentive, and full of creative ideas. She took the time to understand our vision and brought it to life even more beautifully than we imagined. The arrangements were stunning—elegant, lush, and perfectly suited to the overall vibe of our day. Every bouquet, boutonniere, and centerpiece felt thoughtfully designed and full of love. We received so many compliments from our guests! Beyond her talent, Sydney was also a joy to work with—responsive, flexible, and calming throughout the planning process. She made everything feel seamless, and we’re so grateful to have had her as part of our wedding team. We wholeheartedly recommend Sydney to any couple looking for a talented and genuinely lovely florist. Thank you, Sydney, for making our day so special!
Mary M., 9 months ago
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Derby Farm Flowers & Gardens 

5.0

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

Derby Farm Flower specializes in creating lush, inspired floral designs for every wedding and event. At Derby Farm Flowers, we will listen to your vision, provide outstanding client services, and offer luxury floral design. Whether you prefer "elegant and classic", "garden style", "minimalist and graphic", or "loose and wild", we strive to provide the highest quality, bespoke floral design services.

I LOVED working with Marlene and her team at Derby Farm Flowers! They put together the most beautiful bouquet, bud vases, and sweetheart table garland for my wedding. I felt like they really listened to what I wanted, and Marlene did a fantastic job helping me figure out the best way to execute my vision while staying within my budget (including suggesting several different options, and packing everything up so that my friends and family could set up the flowers ourselves). I highly, highly recommend!!!
Mira N., 10 months ago
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The Daily Bloom 

5.0

  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Ashby, MA

Hi. My name is Nicole. I am the owner of The Daily Bloom. My background wasn’t always in floral design but my love of flowers & design has always been a passion of mine since I was a little child. I am very inspired by natural beauty and effortless designs. I am always looking to create floral designs that are filled with unique texture, color and natural elements.

Nicole at The Daily Bloom is amazing! You can tell she's passionate about her work with the beautiful, thoughtful and creative pieces she creates. Nicole was easy to communicate and converse with. She was open and receptive to all my ideas while using her own expertise to create centerpieces that were even better than I could have dreamed of. Nicole was able to perfectly match the centerpieces to my venue while still incorporating the flowers I wanted. You can definitely trust The Daily Bloom to make your special day beautiful.
Kathryn, a month ago
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The Faux Floral Genie 

5.0

  • Starts at $800
  • Serves Ashby, MA

At The Faux Floral Genie, we have a 40+ year background in art and design. We discovered the beautiful sola wood flowers while planning our own destination wedding and were instantly hooked! The flexibility and longevity of these flowers is what makes them so special to work with. And, at The Faux Floral Genie, season isn't an issue! We can customize to any color, size and theme and happy to work within any budget. We are passionate about flowers and take pride in creating beautiful arrangements, home decor, hair accessories and more for any occasion.

I saw the Faux Floral Genie at a local farm’s store and immediately reached out to see if she could provide flower arrangements and bouquets for my wedding. It was so fun to choose the flowers and my customized color pallet. Marissa was professional and a real joy to work with! I love that I get to keep my bouquet year round as a decoration at my house. Thank you for making my event so special! *Photo by West on Jade Photography
Bryn, a year ago
Art Of The Event 

5.0

  • Serves Ashby, MA

Gayle has produced hundreds of events and weddings since co-founding her company in 2003. Aside from managing a team of Producers, Sales people and associates, Gayle’s expertise is her ability to bring in original, multi-faceted creative projects on-time and on budget. Gayle has an additional 15 years in design and production work, live events and television shows as well as set design experience in feature films and commercials. She is currently serving on the MPI New England board of directors. Gayle has a BA from the University of Massachusetts and a MA in film production from American University.

We've worked with the team at Art of the Event on several projects, they are awesome to work with, dedicated and committed to flawless events - they're at the top of the list for us!
Michael, 6 years ago
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d'Vine Floral Design 

5.0

  • Serves Ashby, MA

d'Vine Floral Design is a woman-owned flower studio with the mission to spread positive energy through the world of flowers. My name is Renata and I started out as a Chemical Engineer in the corporate world. But you know what? I found my true calling in creating whimsical arrangements for meaningful moments. Welcome to my floral journey, where the amazing unfolds in every blooming detail

When you meet Renata, you instantly feel her positive energy, passion and desire to provide the absolute best arrangements she can. She has wonderful suggestions and truly listens to what you want. The arrangements she created for our wedding were absolutely beautiful, showcasing her incredible knowledge of a wide range of flowers and plants. Renata works with such love and passion, and I would highly recommend working with her. She has a way of making your special day even better than you dreamed of.
Heather M., 4 months ago
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Something Borrowed Blooms 

4.9

  • Starts at $250
  • Serves Ashby, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
We couldn't have been more pleased with our experience with Something Borrowed Blooms! We used them for the shower, bachelorette and the entire wedding weekend. Shipped directly to the venue and picked up directly from the venue. We felt it was a great value for the gorgeous and full arrangements, bouquets, bouts, etc. we ordered. We did order a fresh bouquet for the bride. Gorgeous florals, in wonderful condition, hardly needed a thing coming out of the boxes. Customer service was wonderful - quick response and even a video consult to see pieces. Do not hesitate - so worth it!
Claire H., a year ago
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The Faux Bouquets 

5.0

  • Starts at $175
  • Serves Ashby, 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
I was so impressed with The Faux Bouquets for our wedding! Brittany, the owner, was incredibly quick to respond, thorough in her communication, and had such a friendly and fun personality. She really went above and beyond to make sure we got the perfect faux floral arrangements for our big day. The quality of their work is truly unique and you can tell they are so passionate about what they do. We were able to take advantage of a special deal on the flowers I wanted, and they even upgraded some of the pieces for free! Compared to other faux floral companies in the area, we were able to get much more for our money. I'm so glad I took the time for the 15 minute consultation with Brittany - it was so helpful to see the items at scale and she customized our order perfectly. Our wedding is not until 2027 but we got them early and I LOVE them. I also like that the suites aren’t cookie cutter so each of my bridesmaids have their own style.
Mandy S., 4 months ago
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The Dirt Empress 

5.0

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

We started this floral design company to follow our passion for flowers and create the wedding of your dreams. We are based in Rhode Island and Massachusetts, but travel throughout New England to service our clients. We specialize in creative and detailed designs. Every client is unique and we love to showcase that through our designs.

Awarded Best of Zola
The Dirt Empress is simply the best wedding florist I've ever worked with. Their communication style is honest, informative, and confident, and they truly understand the needs of their clients. The quality of their work is nothing short of perfection - the floral arrangements they created for our wedding were mind-blowingly beautiful and inspiring. They captured the exact look we were going for, and the two incredible powerhouse women behind The Dirt Empress worked true magic with the flowers and greenery. I cannot recommend them highly enough for any couple planning their dream wedding.
Tiffany N & M., a year ago
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Little Blooms 

5.0

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

I started my business in 2018, after I finished floral design classes from Cass School of Floral in Watertown, MA. I have had hands on experience from Floral Arts in Westford, MA and have completed over 75 weddings in my time as a floral designer. I have a little intern named Larry, a corgi-pit mix, who is the model for Little Blooms, who you will see a lot of on Instagram. I love using locally grown flowers as much as I can in my work, to really showcase 'farm to florist'.

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with Little Blooms for our wedding florals was such a joy. I wish we could do it all over again tomorrow! Danielle was so easy to chat with along our planning journey and took the time to create the perfect floral game plan for our special day. She was patient and flexible as our plans evolved, took our floral inspiration and put an even more gorgeous spin on it, and brought so much life and magic to our wedding space. It truly felt like we were planning with our best friend who was honest about what would work/what wouldn't look so great while helping us stay within budget and maximize the look and feel of our florals. We couldn't have imagined a more beautiful day if we tried! We're so grateful for Danielle's incredible work and highly recommend Little Blooms to any couple looking for a top-notch florist experience.
Samantha A., a year ago
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Gloria’s Blooms 

5.0

  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Ashby, 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
Working with Kylie from Gloria’s Blooms truly couldn’t have been more of a seamless process. She was very communicative and responsive from the beginning. I showed her pictures of ideas I was thinking for florals for our wedding and she executed them even more flawlessly than I thought possible. I could not recommend her enough.
Beth T., a year ago
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Muse Art Co 

5.0

  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Ashby, MA

Born from the simple desire to create intentional art, Muse combines endless creativity + high attention to detail to transform your vision into a flawless design - tailored to your special event. Focusing on the elements of Design + utilizing local, in-season florals is one of our many passions. Highlighting shape, texture, form, color + space is always our purpose. Florals are only one of the mediums we utilize. Your vision is always our Muse.

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with Muse Art Co. for our wedding flowers was an absolute delight from start to finish. Their communication style is fast, fun and easy, which got me so excited for our big day. The team was incredibly detail-oriented and truly captured the whimsical vision I had in mind, curating beautiful and unique decor that perfectly complemented the rest of our wedding. Talking to them felt more like chatting with friends than working with vendors, and their amazing floral creations were the perfect finishing touch on our special day. I couldn't recommend Muse Art Co. highly enough!
Kaela S., 8 months ago
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Prose Florals 

5.0

  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Ashby, 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
The Prose team is amazing and gets back to you fast and always down to talk through ideas. The quality of their work was incredible. Sierra took my vision and really added her skills to perfect the ideas - I can't thank her enough. When our cake vendor canceled on us last minute, Sierra jumped in without being asked and used some of her beautiful flowers to make the cake stunning. They really dive into flowers with you and will go as deep or high level as you want. The Prose team listens closely to make sure they create floral magic for your special day. I can't thank them enough for our wedding day!
Emily A., a year ago
Nectar & Vessel 

5.0

  • Starts at $6,500
  • Serves Ashby, MA

At Nectar & Vessel our ethos is sustainability + bliss-forward designs. We specialize in arrangements that are full of texture, unique and lush. We crave the weirdo flowers, the heirloom varieties and mixing in contrasting natural elements. We don't try to be on-trend, rather we are intuitive with the flower and our clients and let the flower speak to us.

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with Naomi and her team at Nectar & Vessel was truly an incredible experience. Aside from the marriage itself and celebrating with our loved ones, the floral design was the part of wedding-planning I was most excited about, so finding the right team to make it all happen was really important to me. From our first meeting, it was obvious how warm, talented, creative, professional, and enthusiastic Naomi is - she is so passionate and knowledgeable about what she does, and it really shows in her work. Naomi and her team went above and beyond to distill all of my ideas and wishes into a final cohesive vision that was more beautiful than I could have ever imagined! Everything Naomi and her team created was stunningly executed - from the bouquets, boutonnieres, and the gorgeous chuppah at our ceremony, to the lush arrangements, centerpieces, and hanging greenery at the cocktail hour and reception, to the magical floral clouds that hung over our dance floor. Many guests told me that these were the most beautiful floral designs that they had seen at any wedding they’ve ever been to - I’m still receiving compliments about them months later. We especially appreciated Naomi’s attention to detail (she and her team made little bouquets for guests to take home at the end of the evening that everyone loved), and how conscientious she is about sustainability (she uses reusable vessels for everything and doesn’t use disposable foam products - something that can be hard to come by in the floral industry). Writing this review was challenging because it’s so difficult to find the words to properly convey how beautiful everything was and how grateful we are for Naomi and her team’s work! We wholeheartedly recommend Naomi and her team at Nectar & Vessel to anyone looking for floral design for their wedding or event, and we are so thankful to have had them by our sides on our special day.
Emma G., a year ago
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Dazy Florals 

4.4

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

Garden inspired and organically styled floral arrangements for weddings and events- located north of Boston and servicing the New England area. Owner and artist Ashley has 11 years of design experience in the floral industry, along with a background in horticulture, and general love for all things natural and wild. Dazy Florals is dedicated to utilizing sustainable practices and beautiful locally grown blooms, New England season permitting.

Awarded Best of Zola
You don’t come across someone with this much dedication, passion, craftsmanship, knowledge, and genuine love for their art often. Ashley is truly gifted in all things florals, and every piece she made for me, including my trials, had my jaw drop and moved my family to tears. She puts her heart into every flower she tends to, and you can see it in the intricacies of her work. She’s an artist, and these are her little masterpieces. I’ve grown to respect florals on a new level thanks to her. She knows so much about each flower (even their science names!), how to pair textures, coordinate colors, balance shapes and sizes—she’s making a work of art. So in terms of honoring your vision and creating something magical, trust Ashley with your whole heart. Now comes to the administrative work. Just when I thought I couldn’t love Ashley more, she created slide deck presentations (oh yes, you read that right) on what I was looking for/my inspo, provided updated proposals every time I added something new to my ask, triple-checked any time I made a change, and was extremely communicative, professional, and responsive. My fastest vendor when it came to email. And I’ll admit, I wasn’t an easy client. I went from having no wedding party to having 5 bridesmaids and 5 groomsmen. I went from no ceremony florals to decorating the whole aisle. (I couldn’t help myself since Ashley has such reasonable prices I could actually afford my dream florals, but also once again, my trials were so beautiful, I couldn’t resist). I changed colors, visions, ideas, and emailed her more times than I can count over the course of many months, and Ashley followed it to a T and kept track of it all. Ashley showed up to a walkthrough at my venue that was super far just to get to know the space and guide where florals would work best, taking notes, asking questions, and going above and beyond. She didn't need to do that for us. She did anyway. She kept up with all my asks and updates flawlessly. And on the day, she nailed every single item from boutonniere to bud vase. Side notes: I had a rosary blessed by the Pope for my wedding, and Ashley handled it with such respect, integrity, and reverence. That says a lot about a person. My mom, who has worked in florals and crafts for a long time, was speechless when she saw the work Ashley created. When she looked at the internal workings and weaving, she noted just how much time she must have spent handcrafting my floral crown. When I was walking out with my trial bouquet, I literally had a stranger stop me in my tracks to ask where on Earth I got such beautiful florals and if he can get some himself. Every time we met, Ashley would bring a little bouquet for me, which was such a cute gesture. I secretly dried all of them to keep. And finally, Ashley herself. She is caring, tender, sweet, creative, and extremely hardworking. We believe she is blessed by God Himself lol. (But actually, though. She has a gift.) Her talent is unbelievable. I had a special request for a floral crown, and it was THE talk of the night. People would come over and poke it because they couldn’t believe it was real. Ultimately, if there were more vendors like Ashley, there would be much happier, less stressed brides in the world. And if there were more people like Ashley in general, the world would be a better place. I will miss her. Enjoy her and her florals for me. Let them take your breath away, they will.
Emily, a year ago
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Bupp Woodworks & Designs - Flower Preservation 

5.0

  • Serves Ashby, MA

***Pricing, options, and the process can be found on our website.*** Welcome to our award-winning flower preservation company, the nation's leading expert in heirloom keepsakes- meticulously handcrafted in small batches. We offer professional flower preservation services so you can cherish your wedding bouquet flowers forever! Accepting fresh, dried, and artificial bouquets from across the USA. All couples welcome. Let us turn your special flowers into a cherished piece of art. Limited availability, book your spot today!

I trusted Bupp Woodworks with my wedding bouquet preservation and I’m so glad I did! They were very communicative on how to safely send my bouquet to them and kept me informed of where my flowers were in the process. I genuinely felt they were very respectful of the fact they were handling my irreplaceable keepsake. Everything I received back was so beautiful and will be cherished for a long time!
Lex T., a year ago
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Bloom Culture: Do-it-yourself Wedding Flowers 

4.9

  • Starts at $350
  • Serves Ashby, MA

Bloom Culture helps couples DIY their wedding flowers with confidence — even if you’ve never arranged flowers before. We ship wholesale flowers to your door and provide a full plan that shows you what to order, how much you need, and how to put everything together. You’ll know exactly how many stems go into each bouquet, centerpiece, boutonniere — and how to assemble them step-by-step. Choose one of our DIY flower kits or get a custom plan based on your colors, style, and budget.

Awarded Best of Zola
The flowers (on our order) came in large boxes, but they were not labeled, so it took a minute to get the flowers both identified and properly set up. To be fair we were warned about the process, but not about the length of time due to our inexperience. As a note, it took my fiancé 5 hours to process the flowers when first receiving them. I also did not have any updates from them from the time I ordered till they were being shipped. They were beyond more affordable compared to other florists, and the flowers arrived alive and in good spirits. We were able to keep the flowers alive for over four days!! Many of the flowers that we chose did not have specific instructions, so we had to follow the general reference for the flowers and hope for the best. Additionally, some of the flowers that we wanted were not in stock, and they were replaced for us with substitutes but were not notified until we had all of the flowers already delivered to us. Also, as a note, bloom culture uses third party sellers for their flowers, so the quality may vary depending on location. Our flowers were in good condition, and the company we had clearly took good care of the flowers prior to delivering them to us. Would we do it again? Probably not, but it made for good laughs and bonding time and we have stories to tell from it!
Hannah H., 5 months ago
Fern & Fable 

5.0

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

*The best way to get in contact with us is through our website!* Hi! I’m Sara, the founder of Fern & Fable, a Central MA–based studio that travels all over New England. I’ve been flowering weddings and events since 2020 and haven’t looked back. My style is organic, textured, and a bit whimsical, blending naturally with my love of rich color. Everything I do is tailored to you, which means we get to tell your story through the florals you love — nothing ordinary. Through Fern & Fable, I’m always excited at the prospect of bringing people’s floral visions to life with creativity and warmth.

Awarded Best of Zola
We were blown away by the incredible work from Fern & Fable for our wedding! The flowers were absolutely stunning, the bouquets were the perfect accent to my bridesmaids olive green dresses and the perfect fall touch to my dress! Sara truly brought our vision to life. She is so easy to work with, responsive, and clearly passionate about what she does. We can’t recommend Fern & Fable enough — if you want breathtaking flowers and a team that genuinely cares, this is the one!
Allie, 5 months ago
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Florio 

5.0

  • Starts at $8,000
  • Serves Ashby, MA

Florio offers lush, whimsical and modern floral designs for weddings + events across New England. Based out of the North Shore, we are experienced in both local + travel events. We specialize in an organic and airy approach to floral design, drawing inspiration from how stems naturally grow in nature. In our design style, we lean towards a curated selection of blooms, a personalized approach + an ethereal flare.

Awarded Best of Zola
Abby absolutely exceeded my expectations for my bridal shower! Her floral designs were stunning and everyone at the shower couldn’t stop commenting on the flowers. Abby understood exactly what I was envisioning and made it even more amazing than I could have imagined. She brought positive energy and good vibes which were much appreciated. I am so happy with Abby’s work and continue to recommend her to my friends and family. Truly the best experience!!
Francesca, a year ago
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Seascape Florals 

5.0

  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Ashby, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
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, 8 months ago