The Best A La Carte Wedding Florists in Jasper, MI

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36 Wedding Florists in Jasper, MI

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Plumeria Botanical Boutique 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Jasper, MI

Plumeria has evolved into one of the areas most trusted florists, providing our clients with top-notch personal service. Our design team works with you to detail your every desire and puts our experience to work to create mind blowing, picture perfect flowers for your wedding day.

“We highly recommend Plumeria Botanical Boutique for any of your floral needs. They are great to work with, very creative, and do an amazing job! Elisha is always a ray of sunshine and so easy to work with. They are definitely one of our preferred vendors and I never hesitate to recommend them to our brides.”
Jennifer, 6 years ago
Flowers and Such 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Jasper, MI

Flowers & Such is Southeastern Michigan's Premier Wedding & Event florist dedicated to providing exceptional service and quality at the best value. Let our knowledge, passion and creativity make your wedding day one of the best days of your life. Our focus to details and extraordinary design will tell your love story and show your individual floral style. We service Southeastern Michigan/Northern Ohio.

“Working with Flowers and Such was such a great experience from start to finish. Helen is so sweet and genuinely cared about making our vision come to life, which made the whole process feel easy and fun. The flowers she created for our wedding day were absolutely beautiful and looked even better in person than we imagined. Every arrangement was exactly what we wanted. Helen went above and beyond to make sure every detail was perfect, and we felt like our flower dreams had truly come true. We would absolutely recommend Flowers and Such to any couple looking for gorgeous florals and a florist who actually listens and cares.”
Heather H., 14 days ago
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Something Borrowed Blooms 
Rating: 4.8 (179 reviews)
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  • Starts at $250
  • Serves Jasper, MI

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
“The flowers were delivered timely and came out beautifully! We ordered my bouquet, my bridesmaid’s bouquets and the groomsmen’s boutonnières and they all turned out perfect! Easy ordering process and very affordable!”
Qulanda S., 2 years ago
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Flower Moxie – Do-It-Yourself Wedding Flowers 
Rating: 4.9 (103 reviews)
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves Jasper, MI

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
“If you really want to save money on florals, then go with Flower Moxie! Just a heads up, IT IS A LOT OF WORK, but they give you very clear email instructions of what to expect and there are MANY resources they provide through articles, videos, etc. I was mistaken in thinking that all I would have to do is arrange flowers in vases. You are actually cutting, cleaning and processing everything. We refused to spend money on flowers through a florist, but with Flower Moxie, we were able to incorporate some florals for a very reasonable price!”
Avery H., 2 years ago
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The Faux Bouquets 
Rating: 5.0 (43 reviews)
  • Serves Jasper, MI

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
“Use The Faux Bouquets! I know there are a lot of options out there for faux florals, but this company really stands out. Absolutely gorgeous selections. We chose one of the more basic options because of our color scheme but there were so many more stunning, fun and colorful options out there as well! We used them for the bouquets and boutonnieres and it made life so easy. No need to worry about the flowers staying alive or getting water stains on your dresses. We had everything in bins ready to go before wedding day. Great pricing. The bouquets are so full and you can see the thought that goes into choosing the colors, type, and placement of each flower. The company communication is quick, kind, informative, and they are just all around amazing!”
Caley, a year ago
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Wood & Word Blooms, sola wood floral designs (faux not fresh) 
Rating: 5.0 (40 reviews)
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Jasper, MI
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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
“Jennifer made our vision come to life! She was so easy to work with and took the stress out of creating our dream flowers. I could not recommend someone better to work with! The fact that these will last forever makes it that much better as a reminder of our day.”
Sam B., 2 years ago
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Viavi Flower Farm 
Rating: 4.9 (36 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Serves Jasper, MI

Hi there! Viavi is a local flower farm + design company located in Southwest Michigan. We are all about the unique bits and the freshest of blooms! We offer three types of wedding services: Bucket Service, Á La Carte Service and Full Service florals, including all design & installations, as well as rental services. This tiered system is to designed to help each couple hit their own budget goals, not ours!

Awarded Best of Zola
“Viavi Flower Farm created beautiful floral arrangements that brought our wedding vision to life. Throughout the planning process, they were attentive, helpful, and kind - quickly responding to calls and emails to accommodate changes to fit our budget. We appreciated their flexibility and creativity in working with us to design floral buckets for DIY bouquets alongside custom pieces like boutonnieres. The end result was intentional, vibrant florals that perfectly complemented our venue and decor. We were thrilled with the quality and value Viavi provided. Their excellent communication and willingness to ensure our satisfaction made working with them a wonderful experience from start to finish. 100% recommend!!!!”
Mackenzie M., 2 years ago
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Bloom Culture: Do-it-yourself Wedding Flowers 
Rating: 4.9 (14 reviews)
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves Jasper, MI

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
“Cannot recommend this company enough for wedding/even florals. As a DIY lover myself, I decided to take up the task of doing my own florals for my wedding and Bloom Culture couldn’t have made it any easier. The flowers were not only stunning but the process itself was simple and fun!! I ended up with my dream wedding flowers for a fraction of the cost of a florist. THE BEST!”
Sabina, 14 days ago
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Designs that Matter 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Jasper, MI

As a creative artist, certified florist, and event designer with over 20 years of experience, I specialize in crafting beautifully personalized celebrations that reflect your unique vision. Above all, I have a genuine passion for collaboration and celebrating the special moments that bring family and friends together.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Yael and Designs That Matter made my daughter's vision for her wedding come to life! Amazing work, ideas and commitment to and joy designing and enabling every element. Yael made even ideas that seemed not possible - possible! As a result, my daughter's wedding was the actual Fairy Tail she envisioned! I can not recommend Yael and Designs that Matter enough!”
Lisa B., a year ago
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Bupp Woodworks & Designs - Flower Preservation 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
  • Serves Jasper, MI
  • Offer

***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!

“Absolutely stunning work by Bupp Woodworks and are so happy with everything from our order. Drop off was coordinated seamlessly with a family member post wedding in April and we received our pieces right before Christmas! With our florals we ordered a 7 inch arch, letter M, ring holder, jewelry dish, Christmas ornaments and necklaces. Everything turned out beautifully and we are so happy our wedding florals have been preserved. Communication was seamless and it was so exciting to see sneak peeks throughout the process.”
Caitlin, 8 months ago
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The Poppy and The Peony 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Jasper, MI

The Poppy and The Peony, located in Kalamazoo, Michigan, is a full service floral and event design studio. Whether you need a little nosegay to send to your best friend, flowers for a somber occasion, a bouquet and buttonhole for a happy little elopement, a hand-beaded crown, or a full event planned - we can help! We also specialize in event design and coordination, so that you can spend your time with those you love and not worrying about the seating chart.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Working with Bunny at The Poppy and The Peony was such a joy from start to finish. She made us feel heard and excited about our vision without ever being pushy – florals were intimidating to me (they can be expensive!) but she took the time to understand my priorities and vision. I loved that she cared to get to know us as a couple. Her designs were stunning and captured exactly what we'd been imagining for our wedding day. My favorite service: she created mini-bouquets from the bud vase florals at the end of the night so our guests could take home a piece of the celebration. The quality of their work was worth every penny, and their approachable nature made the whole planning process feel collaborative and fun. We'd absolutely recommend The Poppy and The Peony to any couple looking for florals that are both beautiful and meaningful.”
Kelsey K., 17 days ago
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Pick A Bloom-Preserved & Dried Florist-Shipped Nationwide 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Jasper, MI

Pick a Bloom was founded on love and laughter in small-town Surry, Virginia by us, a mother daughter duo, who wanted to see our vision of fresh flower alternatives bloom to life. We work primarily with 100% REAL preserved and dried flowers and foliage.

Awarded Best of Zola
“We are so happy with the way out flowers turned out for our wedding day. Paula and Samatha were such a joy to work with! We sent them our color pallet and ideas, which they were able to replicate and make it our own unique array of flowers. They provided great service with sending samples of their dried/preserved flowers and also a flower swap that we had to do. Would recommend for you occasion!”
Tayler S., 2 years ago
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Flowers for Dreams 
Rating: 4.9 (9 reviews)
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Jasper, MI

Flowers for Dreams is a mission-driven, local flower design company. Using beautiful & natural wedding bouquets to advance causes of justice and charity in your community. There are no silly upsells, no unnecessary add-ons, and always honest pricing. Our designers work with you from the first meeting to your wedding day.

Awarded Best of Zola
“We worked with Lilly and we could not have been more pleased with her help during our planning process! Firstly, this company reinvests 25% of its net profits into local charities, which made us feel very good about supporting the business. Lilly did a video call with me when we reviewed our floral options, at which time she was so kind, helpful, and accommodating. I truly appreciated how our budget was respected throughout the process. I had a few last minute changes to the floral order, and Lilly was so helpful and responsive. The final result was exactly as we hoped it would be!”
SS, 2 years ago
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Anthology On Main | Literary Flowers Handcrafted From Book Pages 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Jasper, MI

Anthology On Main specializes in wedding flowers handcrafted from real book pages. I create each bloom from your favorite novels in the flowers and colors you love, with no seasonal limitations. Based in Kansas and shipping nationwide, I design meaningful florals that remain beautiful for decades.

Awarded Best of Zola
“From our first conversation with Katie at Anthology On Main, we knew we had found our florist. She responded quickly to all our questions and nailed exactly what we wanted—a bouquet with colors and flowers that matched our vision, plus the special touch of incorporating book pages that meant something to us. Katie was easy to work with throughout the whole process and kept us updated with accurate timelines so we never had to worry. Our flowers will look stunning on the big day and will hold up for years to come. If you're a book lover looking for a florist who gets it, Katie is your person. We would recommend her a thousand times over.”
Shonna R., 14 days ago
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Miracle Bay Studios (a Sola Wood Florist) 
Rating: 4.9 (8 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Starts at $65
  • Serves Jasper, MI
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Miracle Bay Studios is a father–daughter floral studio creating custom, hand-painted sola-wood florals that stay beautiful for months. What started with Kayla’s own wedding has grown into a full-service design studio offering bouquets, décor, and tailored color palettes that never wilt in heat or humidity. We’re here to make your wedding florals stunning, stress-free, and perfectly you — with pieces you can enjoy long after the day has passed. Estimated pricing is based on a variety of factors and needs, all quotes are considered custom and we are happy to create a floral plan that fits your budget.

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Blue Daisy Floral Design 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Jasper, MI

Every celebration is an opportunity to create an unforgettable experience. We love to get creative to make each event unique, and bring a fresh approach to every project. We specialize in handling all of the logistics and details it takes to make the vision for your event come to life. Let's make your event successful, stress free and memorable.

Awarded Best of Zola
“We loved everything and Sheri went above and beyond , even making a new boutonnière for my dad in the parking lot as the ceremony was starting. I loved how she repurposed my pergola pieces to the reception area so there was multiple uses for the florals she created. I truly cant say enough positive things about Sheri and her floral business. 100% recommend!”
Katie R., a day ago
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Zombie Flowers 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Serves Jasper, MI

After the global zombie apocalypse, in the early winter of '24, I heeded the call, picked up my shovel and shotgun and headed out to the fields. Protecting this wide world from the pestilence that is the zombie flower is no small feat, but I've learned to survive. I've made it my mission to hunt these jokers down, wrangle them together, and to serve to you dead off the proverbial platter. In these post-apocalyptic times, the zombie flowers make for excellent mantle trophies, but some have said they make awesome wedding bouquets. Whatever your cup of tea, these zombie flowers are one of a kind prepared just for you.

Awarded Best of Zola
“I only had bouquet and my now husband had a lapel crawler. The dried flower arrangement from Zombie Flowers was stunning. It looked incredible in photos and is still just as beautiful now. Knowing it will last forever makes it such a meaningful keepsake.”
Neeyaz H., 9 months ago
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Pine and Petal Weddings - WOOD FLOWERS 
Rating: 4.8 (4 reviews)
  • Starts at $200
  • Serves Jasper, MI

WOOD FLOWERS that last a lifetime. At Pine & Petal Weddings, we believe flowers should endure as long as the memories they celebrate. Our handcrafted sola wood bouquets and décor go beyond fleeting blooms—capturing your story in pieces that last for years. From walking down the aisle to gifting a friend or gathering around the table, our wooden flowers are keepsakes that bring joy, comfort, and timeless beauty to life’s most meaningful moments.

“I worked with Pine and Petal Weddings for their wood flower options and found the team to be helpful throughout the planning process. They took time to understand the wedding colors and created designs that matched what we were going for. The quality of their work was solid and delivered exactly what we discussed. Ultimately, we decided to go with real flowers for our big day, but that was just our personal preference it was a texture thing for me. If wood flowers are what you're looking for, I’d definitely recommend reaching out to them—they know their stuff and made the process easy.”
Sarah M., a month ago
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Kimberly Brim Florals 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Jasper, MI

I am by nature a visual and creative thinker. I love putting the flare to holiday tables, events and decor. I am a task master, and a fuss budget ! I will never know everything there is to know because creativity comes from new life experiences. And I jump in every chance I get.

“Kimberly Brim Florals was an absolute delight to work with for our wedding. Kimberly's communication style was personalized and knowledgeable - she took the time to understand our vision and made expert recommendations on the flowers and colors that would look best. The quality of Kimberly's work was truly stunning. The bouquets, centerpieces, and other floral arrangements were beautifully crafted and exceeded our expectations. Kimberly handled the entire set up on the day of the wedding, ensuring everything was perfect. We were thrilled with how the flowers complemented the venue and brought our wedding vision to life. Kimberly's professionalism and personalized service made her a joy to work with, and we highly recommend her to any couple planning their dream wedding.”
Natalie C., a year ago
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1889 Floral - Sola Wood Florist (no fresh florals) 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Serves Jasper, MI
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I specialize in "Sola Wood Florals" (I don't offer fresh florals). Sola wood is an all natural plant material that is used to make natural looking flowers in a wide range of types that can be dyed any shade and last virtually forever. Floral options include everything up to but not including large pieces unless they can be picked up locally.

“Working with 1889 Floral - Sola Wood Florist was such a great experience from start to finish. The florist communicated with us clearly and always responded on time, which made the planning process so smooth. She really understood the vision I had for my colors and created arrangements that matched perfectly. The quality of her work is incredible—my flowers turned out even better than I imagined, and I'm keeping them forever as a reminder of our special day. I loved every single detail and would definitely recommend her to any couple looking for a florist who truly cares about getting it right.”
Tavae' C., 5 months ago
Flowers by Amore 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Serves Jasper, MI

Flowers by Amore is a noted Michigan floral service Company, specializing in sophisticated custom designed flower arrangements for weddings, private & corporate parties, and all those special occasions and holidays. Our work is some of the best in the Metro Detroit Area. We provide many services such as Centerpieces, Lighting, Invitations and Much More! We service all of the Metro Detroit, Ann Arbor and Lansing Area. We also Travel outside the area if needed.

“Zina and her team are nothing short of amazing!! My flowers were behind anything I could have ever imagined, they exceeded every expectation I have. She understands exactly what you want and is eager to deliver. I received so many compliments on my flowers, I have never seen anything like it!!! You will not be disappointed!! I”
Anna K., 2 years ago
Tipsy Designs WOOD FLOWERS! 
Rating: 5.0 (12 reviews)
  • Starts at $850
  • Serves Jasper, MI for additional fees

EDIT to bring more awareness, PLEASE email inquiries or go through my website. I have to pay to reply on ZOLA and they raised the price again. I am so sorry but please email or inquire on my website. PRICING is linked through my website under my logo photo I discovered wood flowers when I was planning my wedding in 2020. From that point I fell in love and Tipsy Designs blossomed! Since then, we have done several weddings, even was hired by the football hall of fame in Canton Ohio in August 2023.

Awarded Best of Zola
“I cannot recommend Ronna enough for your wedding! My flowers were stunning and my guests were blown away by the fact that they were wood. I love that I can keep them forever without having the worry of preservation.”
Jaime U., 3 months ago
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Saint Rose Florist 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Jasper, MI for additional fees

Hi there my name is Jennifer, I'm a florist who has a home studio in Southwest MI But I travel throughout the state. I love working with brides to help bring their vision to life and I would love the opportunity to do the same for you!

Awarded Best of Zola
“We had such a wonderful experience working with Saint Rose Florist for our wedding! Jennifer was amazing from start to finish—extremely communicative throughout the entire planning process and truly a joy to work with. She took the time to understand our vision and helped us identify exactly what we needed for our floral arrangements. On top of that, she provided clear, helpful instructions on how to care for the flowers the day of, which made everything go smoothly. Jennifer delivered everything right on time to the venue, and the bouquets and boutonnieres she created were absolutely stunning—elegant, fresh, and even more beautiful than we imagined. We’re so grateful to Jennifer and the Saint Rose Florist team for helping make our day feel so special. Highly recommend!”
Dani N., a year ago
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Primrose Chicago 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Serves Jasper, MI for additional fees

Primrose Chicago is a florist serving weddings in Chicago, Illinois. This is a small family run business in the heart of the Southport Corridor. The shop is continually re-stocked with the freshest and most attractive flowers, offering couples a world of choice for their wedding day. Primrose Chicago offers those stepping down the aisle dedicated service to accompany their beautiful blooms. They work with couples to create custom floral designs that complement each big day’s decor scheme. Their consultation service allows couples to develop their arrangements with one of the team's florists.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Leah and her team knocked the florals out of the park for our wedding. They set the tone so perfectly - bright, joyous, fun, tasteful, interesting, artful. Their work was completely stunning and I cannot thank them enough. I will be finding any excuse to work with them in the future!”
Kaleigh W., 3 months ago
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Rosemary's Garden Florals 
Rating: 4.7 (7 reviews)
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Jasper, MI for additional fees
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My name is Rosemary Sammons and I would like to thank you for considering Rosemary's Garden Florals as your wedding florist. All my floral creations are composed of everlasting blooms that can resemble any flower in nature, but are made to last a lifetime. When you choose Rosemary's Garden Florals for your wedding, you can rest assured that each arrangement will be created with fine attention to detail. I am proud to offer my floral services for hand delivery in the state of Florida and secure shipping throughout the United States.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Rosemary's Garden Florals was a dream to work with for our wedding day. From the start, they were extremely communicative, providing frequent updates and beautiful proposals that gave us confidence in their vision. On the day of, their floral arrangements truly exceeded our expectations - the centerpieces, bridal bouquet, arch decor, and cake florals were all absolutely gorgeous and long-lasting. We received so many compliments from our guests on the stunning florals that brought our wedding to life. Rosemary's Garden Florals was an invaluable vendor that helped make our special day even more beautiful.”
Michaela P., 2 years ago
Savanna Joy Flowers 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Jasper, MI for additional fees

Hi there! My name is Savanna, and I'm an LGBTQ+ florist with seven years of experience. I love working with couples to make their special day even more special, or giving an event the florals that set it apart from the rest. My style is ever-evolving, however I can tailor that style to fit the specific needs of whoever I work with!

Awarded Best of Zola
“We met at Sozo where she was one of the people that trained me. She was so nice and patient and helpful. She quickly became a friend and it made the days go by so quickly. I also went to a workshop of hers and she was a great teacher. My bouquet was beautiful and my mom loved it so much.”
Tania S., a year ago
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A Beautiful Day Event Flowers & Decor 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Jasper, MI

"The Earth laughs in flowers." At ABD, we believe that flowers speak the language of love, celebration, and unforgettable moments. As your dedicated full-service florist for weddings and special occasions, we specialize in turning floral dreams into breathtaking reality. From the initial consultation to the final petal placed, we work closely with you to ensure every detail reflects your personality and style. Let us help you create a truly magical atmosphere that will leave a lasting impression on you and your guests.

“A Beautiful Day Event Flowers & Decor exceeded our expectations in every way. From our first interaction, their communication was excellent - they were prompt in responding, and provided detailed information to ensure they understood our vision perfectly. The quality of their work was the highest we could have hoped for, perfectly capturing the exact look and feel we were going for. On the day of our wedding, their team executed flawlessly, allowing us to enjoy the celebration without any stress. The flowers, decor, and overall aesthetic were better than we could have imagined, making our special day truly unforgettable. We are so grateful to A Beautiful Day Event Flowers & Decor for their incredible service and exceptional work.”
jill h., a year ago