The Best Wedding Florists in Northampton, PA

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95 Wedding Florists in Northampton, PA

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Idea Events 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Northampton, PA

At Idea Party, we specialize in crafting unforgettable events with our exquisite wedding and party decorations. Our team of experts is dedicated to transforming your vision into a stunning reality. *Services* Custom Wedding Decorations - Party Decor Rentals - Event Design and Planning - Themed Decorations (Weddings, Birthdays, Anniversaries, etc.) Let us help you create memories that last a lifetime!

I recently used Idea Party to plan my birthday celebration, and I couldn't be happier with the results! The team was professional, creative, and attentive to every detail. The decorations, food, and entertainment all exceeded my expectations. My guests had an amazing time, and I received countless compliments on the party. Highly recommend Idea Party for any special occasion!
Bruce C., a year ago
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Grow Wild Studios 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Northampton, PA

Grow Wild Studios is a sister (Liz) and brother (Tim) owned florist and design team. We are here to provide a unique, new-age twist to the traditional art of floral design. Being nature lovers at heart, we believe in the power of flowers as a way to transform a space while honoring our commitment to our local community. What drives us is simple: flowers tell stories. They hold emotion. They transform space. They connect people in ways that words often can’t. That’s the magic we try to bottle up in our work Let's tell your love story in flowers!

Tim and Liz at Grow Wild Studios brought my wedding vision to life. They were great to work with throughout my entire planning process! The provided beautiful florals that are locally sourced and exceeded my expectations. They offered rentals help decorate our space and provided set up and take down. If you are looking for a florist in the Philadelphia area, I would highly recommend working with Grow Wild Studios.
Katelyn Gallagher, 2 years ago
Indigo Blooms Co. 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Northampton, PA

Welcome to Indigo Blooms Co. The company that specializes in making dreams come true. Your unique Wedding vision is our design priority. Whether you have an idea of what you want or no idea; we will work closely with you to build your dream wedding and creat lasting memories. Our clients love our attention to detail as well as our industry based affordability. We don't cut corners, just stems! We can't wait to hear from you!

We couldn't thank Shonta more!!! From the first minute we spoke on the phone to now, we hit it off and are still in contact. She will be your biggest champion, she will give you the best opinion and every option available to match your vision, she really prides herself on making your dreams a reality, and that passion is what makes her work stand out from everyone else.. I didn't have a perfect vision, just some ideas and inspo - she took that and brought it to LIFE. We couldn't have been happier with the florals and decor Shonta and her team did. She truly made our wedding look gorgeous, no notes.
Brianna D., 5 months ago
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Phoebe Floral Shop 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Northampton, PA

At Phoebe Floral, our goal is to help our couples make their dreams come to life. Being involved in our couple's special day is not just our job, it is our privilege to show how the beauty of flowers will enhance their day. In getting to know them at our consultation and looking at the current trends, we work to make their vision a reality within their budget. From the beginning to end, we are here to make a lifetime of memories. We look forward to the day we meet to start our journey together.

We wanted very minimal florals since we loved our venue space. We had one virtual meeting with Anita at Phoebe Floral, exchanged a few emails, and when our florals arrived, I actually gasped. They were beyond what I expected and my bouquet was better than I dreamed. Also so incredibly reasonable and Anita was SO kind and sweet. Another HIGHLY recommend if you're in the Allentown/Lehigh area.
Kristen B., a year ago
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Ornithea House Of Flowers 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Serves Northampton, PA

At Ornithea House of Flowers, where artful floral design meets organic ethereal garden style, we draw inspiration from the intricate beauty of nature. From the delicate petals of the Ornithogalum flower to the enchanting fragrance of the Lily of the Valley, we strive to capture the essence of these natural wonders in our creations. Each bloom is carefully selected and thoughtfully arranged to evoke a sense of tranquility, elegance, and timeless beauty. Let us bring a touch of nature's poetry into your world with our stunning floral arrangements.

Ornithea House Of Flowers was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From our very first meeting, their communication style was helpful, artistic, and concise - they took my vision right out of my head after only one meeting and some sample inspiration photos. The quality of Patricia’s work and value was stunning, with gorgeous bouquets, centerpieces, and venue arrangements that were of the highest quality and absolutely perfect. Ornithea's work truly elevated the beauty and elegance of our special day.
Emily H., 5 months ago
Kraft & Co. Floral Design 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Serves Northampton, PA

Founded by husband and wife team Erich and Tatiana, Kraft & Co. is the product of their mutual passions for creativity, celebrating love, and floral design. Starting their business in 2013 as planners & designers, their business and passions grew and changed over the years, evolving into full floral design. With 7 years of event planning experience and having done over 250 events since 2013, they understand the behind the scenes of the event planning process and now bring that experience to their floral designs, guiding their couples through important design decisions, like linen colors & table scapes that bring your event style to life.

The team at Kraft & Co made our wedding SO beautiful - from gorgeous centerpieces and personals to a stunning chuppah, everything was perfect. Tatiana was so easy to work with, so professional and helped guide us when prioritizing design aspects and making the most of our budget. The team made everything so seamless day of, I didn’t have to worry about a thing and everything was executed to perfection and matched my vision! They also helped us repurpose some flowers for our brunch the next day and generally just went above and beyond for us. I’m so happy we found Kraft & Co. during our planning process and can’t thank them enough!!
Margaret, 10 months ago
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Petals & Beyond 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Northampton, PA

As the Owner and Chief Designer of Petals & Beyond, I bring a fresh perspective to wedding floral design, meticulously balancing my clients' vision and budget, ensuring each wedding is uniquely tailored to the couple. During the transformative journey of planning and doing the florals of my own wedding, I fell in love with the intricacies of wedding planning and design, thereafter Petals & Beyond was born. Creating beauty in a couple's celebration of love life is an unmatched feeling. My goal is to flawlessly plan and execute dream weddings, allowing couples to celebrate their most beautiful day in a most beautiful setting!

Petals & Beyond was a pleasure to work with for our wedding. They were very easy to communicate with throughout the planning process and were extremely responsive to our requests. The floral arrangements they created had a professional, classy style that perfectly complemented our wedding vision. We were impressed by how they went above and beyond what we expected, ensuring every detail was executed beautifully. The value we received for the quality of their work was exceptional, and we would highly recommend Petals & Beyond to any couple planning their wedding.
Sumi, a year ago
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Something Borrowed Blooms 
Rating: 4.9 (91 reviews)
  • Starts at $250
  • Serves Northampton, PA

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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What a win for your wallet while wedding planning! That are a must! I went with the Kinsley and even some of the bridal party didn’t realize they were silk!!! Gorgeous quality, smelled amazing!
Cara R., 2 years ago
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Flower Moxie – Do-It-Yourself Wedding Flowers 
Rating: 4.9 (78 reviews)
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves Northampton, PA

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.

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The BEST most nerve wracking decision we made for our big day!!! I was so nervous to go this route but trusted my gut and I’m so glad I did. FM was incredible at walking me through the process and the full service package is worth WAY more than what you pay for it. I felt incredibly prepared for flower arrival from all the phone calls, videos, and paperwork they sent including detailed recipes and schedule for the week. We had some hiccups with Hurricanes and delayed shipping. They called me to initially tell me they would be a day early. Then when they didn’t arrive called again and explained they’d been held up in customs(obviously no ones fault). They then sent out an entire extra box of blooms to be sure we got everything we needed. Flowers were beautiful!!! Spending time with my sisters and family putting them together was truly the most fun wedding prep. My guests and coordinator truly couldn’t believe we had done all our own flowers, and the best part??! We saved ourselves literally thousands!! We would recommend FM to anyone for any occasion anytime.
Becky R., a year ago
Woodland Floral Design Co. 
Rating: 5.0 (77 reviews)
  • Serves Northampton, PA

Proud Cat & Dog Mom // Your New Wedding Vendor BFF It’s never been just about pretty flowers to me. I started out in social work because I wanted to serve and connect with others. I first entered the floral design world as an intern in 2016 and noticed a lack of originality in designs and a need for more connection between the florist and the couple. When I started WFD in 2019, I decided to prioritize both artistic designs and building long-term relationships with each couple. Planning my own wedding in 2021 gave me an even deeper appreciation for the importance of receiving creative expertise and genuine support from wedding vendors.

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Misha was a DREAM to work with! She understood our vision and ran with it. Our wedding florals were incredible and so unique. Guests kept coming up to us asking where the floral arrangements came from! We could not be happier that we chose to work with Woodland Floral Design Co!
Brittany K., 9 months ago
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Bloom by Britt Floral Design 
Rating: 5.0 (43 reviews)
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Northampton, PA

We're a husband and wife duo that prides themselves on honesty, integrity and quality. Every arrangement we make is custom designed for each couple, guided by their personality and the story they want to tell. We believe flowers should feel personal and we achieve this goal through thoughtful details, quality blooms and creative expression. Our aim is to deliver designs that feel authentic, intentional and beautifully one-of-a-kind.

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Brittany did an amazing job with our wedding flowers! During our first phonecall, I told her I was aiming for a fairy garden vibe, and I described the color palette. And as soon as she sent me her proposal a few days later, I knew she was the right fit for us! She really understood exactly what I was envisioning, and she came up with a few different options. Communication was also easy. Brittany is responsive and I felt confident that we had all our bases covered and every detail was well planned. On our wedding day, the flowers were simply stunning! Brittany delivered and set everything up, and everything was just like in the proposal we had discussed. She was even able to repurpose the floral arch after the ceremony, and move it to the reception hall. I had spoken to a few other florists, and none of them were prepared to do that, so the fact that Brittany made it possible was a huge deal to me! The entire experience was just perfect. If your wedding flowers are a priority for you, she will make the magic happen!
Anna, 2 years ago
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The Faux Bouquets 
Rating: 5.0 (42 reviews)
  • Starts at $175
  • Serves Northampton, PA

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.

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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) 
Rating: 5.0 (36 reviews)
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Northampton, PA
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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.

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Jen was absolutely wonderful to work with! She took my idea of Harry Potter inspired bouquets and made it a reality. Throughout the process, she kept me updated and checked in on any suggested changes to make sure I was happy. I was absolutely stunned by the results and my bridesmaids loved their bouquets, which I gave to them as a gift after the wedding. I highly recommend Wood & Word Blooms if you're looking for beautiful custom bouquets that will last you forever and incredible customer service.
Melissa, a year ago
Ruby Rivers Floral 
Rating: 4.9 (32 reviews)
  • Serves Northampton, PA

Hello, I’m Julia, owner of Ruby Rivers Floral, named after my oldest of four children, and only daughter. I am incredibly excited for your day! Making artwork with flowers to celebrate love has been bringing me so much joy for years, and truly feels like more than a dream come true. My favorite part about my company is being able to connect with couples and help them bring their vision to life with expressing the beauty of who they are in florals! Reach out to me through my website or Instagram. I can’t wait to chat!

I absolutely loved having Julia as my florist for my fall wedding ! From the moment we met, she understood my vision and brought it to life with such creativity and care. My garden-themed wedding blossomed beautifully, thanks to her meticulous attention to detail. The arrangements were stunning, and she captured the essence of our love story in every flower. I wholeheartedly recommend her to any couple seeking a wonderful experience. She is the best to work with!
Sarah C., 2 years ago
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Laurelbrook Floral 
Rating: 5.0 (19 reviews)
  • Starts at $200
  • Serves Northampton, PA

We are a mother-daughter duo creating timeless, elegant floral decor in the Lehigh Valley area, Bucks County, Central and Northern New Jersey. Our favorite part of what we do is bringing JOY to our nearlyweds and minimizing the stress of the planning process.

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Janet and Brooke brought the most beautiful bloom bar to my bridal shower this past weekend. The selection was absolutely gorgeous, and the quantity planned out perfectly, ensuring that all of the guests would have at least 8 flowers each. Everyone absolutely loved their bouquets and could not stop talking about how much they loved the opportunity to pick the flowers themselves and then have Janet arrange them in a beautiful cone with ribbon that she supplied. Janet was friendly and fun while helping guests, which added even more to the positive experience. I highly recommend Laurelbrook floral for any event and could not be more pleased with the bloom bar at my shower!
Chelsea Q., a year ago
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Stems Floral & Event Design 
Rating: 5.0 (17 reviews)
  • Starts at $6,500
  • Serves Northampton, PA

Stems is a full scale floral and event design company, focused on seamlessly creating and executing your wedding or special event from start to finish. Have a vision in mind? We’ll compile the pieces and refine every last detail. Have nothing but a date and location? We’ll take a look at your space and show you all of the possibilities…and more.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the very first phone call with Melissa and Emily, we clicked with them instantly and knew our wedding day wouldn’t be the same without Stems. Alex and I came to them with a very specific vision and a set budget, and they brought it all to life in a way I never imagined. Their creative direction made everything feel personalized and beautiful. Beyond floral design, they also assisted with event coordination, ensuring every detail was executed perfectly. Their attention to detail, creativity, and efficiency made the entire planning process smooth and stress-free. On the wedding day, everything went off without a hitch. They seamlessly transitioned my aisle decor into the reception, keeping the space stunning and cohesive. The flowers were fresh, vibrant, and beautifully arranged, and somehow, they managed to be in all the right places at once, executing everything flawlessly. Working with Stems was absolutely incredible! We truly loved every second and honestly, Emily and Melissa felt like family. I can’t wait to work with them again for future events. They’re an absolute must for any couple planning their wedding in NJ, NY, or PA.
Gabrielle & A., a year ago
Avenue Design Studio 
Rating: 4.9 (15 reviews)
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Northampton, PA
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Avenue Design Studio is a travel wedding and special event florist, based in the Florida Panhandle and cover the entire East Coast! We have brought beautiful arrangements to our brides since 2015 and are looking forward to continued success in helping our couples make beautiful memories.

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We are beyond grateful for Ben and Chad — our incredible wedding planners and florists! They truly went above and beyond to make our day everything we had dreamed of and more. From the start, communication was excellent and their help coordinating with our vendors made the entire process so much smoother. The florals and design were absolutely stunning — exactly what we envisioned and even better in person. They completely captured our vibe and brought our vision to life with so much creativity and care. Even when unexpected things went wrong throughout the day, Ben and Chad handled everything with such calm and professionalism that we were able to truly enjoy the moment without worry. Their warmth, organization, and attention to detail made all the difference. If you want planners and florists who will bring your dream wedding to life and handle everything with grace and heart, look no further than Ben and Chad. They are simply the best!
Mariah A., 5 months ago
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Kishmish Event Stylist 
Rating: 4.4 (14 reviews)
  • Starts at $300
  • Serves Northampton, PA
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Hello everyone! My name is Mishall (Kishmish) I am the owner of Kishmish Event Stylist. I want to make sure everyone has a beautiful wedding day no matter the budget. We all know a wedding is a very important milestone and an event that everyone always dreams of. I would love to help every bride and groom turn their dream into reality.

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I recently had the pleasure of working with Kishmesh as a photographer at a wedding, and I was thoroughly impressed. Kishmesh's floral arrangements were stunning and meticulously crafted, providing the perfect backdrop for beautiful photos. Their attention to detail and creativity truly enhanced the event. Kishmesh's professionalism and seamless coordination made the day run smoothly, allowing me to capture every moment effortlessly. Highly recommend their services!
Rashaad Williams, 2 years ago
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Cascade Queen Designs 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
  • Starts at $200
  • Serves Northampton, PA

Cascade Queen Designs LLC is a wedding floral arrangement studio based in Brick, New Jersey. Offering couples a wide range of beautifully created arrangements, this studio can help had an organic flourish to your wedding day. Specializing in wooden flower arrangements, this studio can create a personalized creation tailored to your long-awaited celebration.

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Absolutely loved working with Dana! From start to finish, her communication was excellent. She consistently checked in to ensure every detail of our floral vision came to life. She perfectly captured our color palette and overall aesthetic, and the arrangements were even more beautiful than we imagined. Everything turned out stunning, and best of all, we now have keepsakes we’ll treasure forever. Couldn’t recommend her more!
Mr. & M., 8 months ago
Thistle Bee The Florist 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Northampton, PA

Thistle Bee The Florist is a floral design studio, based out of Stewartsville, NJ & Easton, PA, that specializes in weddings and events. At Thistle Bee, with our background in event planning and marketing, we believe in the importance of creating an experience. It's the little details that truly make your wedding feel like you. Our mission is to bring gorgeous designs to weddings and events on a variety of budgets. Through client collaboration, our creativity, and an open mind, we'll help you find the perfect marriage between design and budget. Contact us for a complimentary consultation.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment I first reached out to Thistle Bee The Florist, her communication was consistently thorough, easy, and welcoming. Katherine took the time to understand my vision and were incredibly creative in bringing it to life. The quality of her teams work was impeccable - the florals they created for our wedding were sensational, truly stunning and exceeded my expectations. Thistle Bee made my exact vision a reality and transformed our venue into a breathtaking space that captured the beauty of our special day perfectly. She is an amazing human who was so sweet the entire process. Katherine truly is the best!
Jillian R., 2 years ago
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Bupp Woodworks & Designs - Flower Preservation 
Rating: 5.0 (12 reviews)
  • Serves Northampton, PA

***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 was referred to Bupp Designs by my wedding planner and they absolutely did not disappoint! Tina does such beautiful work and I couldn’t have asked for a better way to preserve my flowers! She was also very communicative and made sure I liked the arrangement before pouring. So many options to choose from as well! I know there’s another added expense, but truly you won’t regret preserving your flowers especially with Bupp!
Kat, a year ago
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Bloom Culture: Do-it-yourself Wedding Flowers 
Rating: 4.9 (11 reviews)
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves Northampton, PA

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.

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Bloom Culture: Do-it-Yourself Wedding Flowers was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From the very first inquiry, their communication was prompt, kind, and professional. They answered all of my specific questions with personal responses, making the DIY flower process so easy and stress-free. The quality of their work was consistent, thorough, and truly showed how much they cared about making our day special. We saved so much money going the DIY route with Bloom Culture, and it allowed us to create so many wonderful memories putting the arrangements together with our wedding party. I highly recommend Bloom Culture to any couples looking for a reliable, affordable, and caring florist for their wedding. I wanted to do my own flowers to honor my grandmother who was a florist. She passed a few months before the wedding and I just know she would have absolutely loved it and we got to honor her in this way.
Madden H., a year ago
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Flower Barn at Locust Pointe 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Northampton, PA

We are a luxury floral design studio and boutique flower farm nestled along the New Jersey coastline. Servicing NJ, NY and PA. We draw inspiration from the timeless charm of a lush European Cottage garden aesthetic. Our floristry embraces the true beauty of the seasons. We love ALL color: whites & greens, whites & blues, whites & blush, autumnal, jewel tones, pastels. Nothing inspires us more than your love story and the singular vision you have for your day. One of our biggest advantages here, is we grow our own stems, allowing us to offer exceptional varieties that most traditional florists simply can't source at an affordable price.

Awarded Best of Zola
I couldn't recommend Flower Barn at Locust Pointe more highly! Ulana and her team were responsive, professional, and extremely organized throughout the entire planning process. Their floral designs were absolutely stunning - creative, gorgeous, and full of unique personality. They went above and beyond to bring my vision to life, and the florals and tablescapes were even more beautiful than the inspiration photos I shared. All of our guests were amazed by the flowers, and I'm still receiving compliments on them months later. Ulana and her team are not only incredibly talented, but also hardworking and a pleasure to work with. I trusted them completely with my big day, and they exceeded all of my expectations. If you're looking for a florist that will deliver exceptional quality and service, I highly recommend Flower Barn at Locust Pointe!
Kathryn P., 5 months ago
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Pick A Bloom-Preserved & Dried Florist-Shipped Nationwide 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Serves Northampton, PA

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.

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Pick A Bloom was the perfect florist for our wedding day. From the very beginning, their communication was fast and responsive, which put us at ease during the planning process. The floral arrangements they created were absolutely beautiful and high quality, perfectly matching the vision we had for our special day. We were thrilled with the exceptional service and value that Pick A Bloom provided, and would highly recommend them to any couple looking for a talented, professional florist.
Skylar H., a year ago