The Best Wedding Florists in Occidental, CA

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161 Wedding Florists in Occidental, CA

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Mama Mak's Florals 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Occidental, CA

Florals that feel romantic, intentional, and completely you. Mama Mak’s Florals creates custom wedding designs filled with movement, texture, and personality — from dreamy bouquets to ceremony installs, centerpieces, and full floral moments your guests will remember.

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I truly do not have enough positive descriptors for our experience with Mama Mak’s events. Makayla was very communicative from the very beginning, and worked to create gorgeous bouquets that matched our inspiration completely. Aside from the lovely arrangements, Makayla stayed for the entire event after our caterer failed to show up, helping in every way that she could with set up, being welcoming to our guests, and otherwise going above and beyond. The floral arrangements were beautiful, and afterward, Makayla helped us to find a great place to donate the flowers, and delivered them there for us as well. She’s an absolutely lovely person with incredible talent and I would work with her again in a heartbeat.
Michaela W., 2 months ago
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PINK DOOR FLORAL DESIGN CO. 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Occidental, CA

For over 15 years, Pink Door Floral Design Co. has designed weddings throughout the Bay Area with intention and artistry. From intimate gatherings to large celebrations, each event is created with thoughtful care and refined detail. Our style is layered, romantic, and timeless — blending floral design with cohesive styling to bring each couple’s vision to life.

Isabel was nothing but amazing. I'm very grateful for her and her team's hard work to make our wedding day so special. I don't know too much on decor and design and Isabel was very helpful with helping us select flowers in season, design layout etc. I left everything for her to design (the photos below she helped with the full design of our wedding). I gave her my Pinterest inspiration and she was helpful, professional, realistic with us and worked with us to achieve our vision. I fully trusted her and left everything to her, her work speaks for itself and she treats every event like it's her own. I highly recommend Isabel and her team they are amazing and go above and beyond
Tatiana, 4 months ago
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Seibel's Unique Floral & Design 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Occidental, CA
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With over 18 years of combined experience, we built this business around what we love most: creating meaningful, artistic designs that brings real sentiment to every wedding day. Crafting bespoke designs that are unique while encapsulating each couple’s vision. As we see it-flowers aren’t just décor— they’re part of the memory.

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Seibel's Unique Floral & Design was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From the moment we reached out, Dawsha and her team were incredibly helpful, quick to reply, and professional throughout the entire process. They truly brought our floral vision to life, creating beautiful, versatile, and dreamy arrangements that exceeded our expectations. Even though we found them just a few weeks before our wedding date, they worked tirelessly to make our day so special. Dawsha and her team went above and beyond to ensure our wedding flowers were perfect, all while helping us stick to our budget. We couldn't be happier with the end result and highly recommend Seibel's Unique Floral & Design to any couple planning their dream wedding.
Meghan S., 6 months ago
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WM Floral Design 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Occidental, CA

Hi I’m Emma, the owner and lead designer for Wonderfully Made Floral Design, a studio florist based in Sonoma County, California. I’ve been a part of the floral industry for over 8 years, working in a wide range of jobs, from quality control to designing luxurious weddings.

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WM Floral Design was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From our first interaction, their communication was fast, knowledgeable, and showed a deep understanding of our vision. When I provided the colors of my bridesmaid dresses and a few examples of what I wanted, the florist worked her magic and the flowers were more amazing than I could have pictured. The final arrangements were absolutely beautiful, whimsical, and perfect for our special day. WM Floral Design is truly an artist, and we are so grateful for their incredible work that made our wedding day even more special.
Morgan R., 7 months ago
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DeBrosse Art & Floral 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Occidental, CA

At DeBrosse Art & Floral, design and execution hold equal weight. We create organic, romantic floral arrangements rooted in movement, texture, and intentional composition — but what truly defines our work is the experience behind it. We believe florals should enhance a space, not overpower it. Beyond the artistry, we operate with clarity and professionalism. Artful design. Organized execution. An elevated experience from start to finish.

Heather is a true artist. I am a professional events and wedding planner and she is my go-to florist for all of my event needs. She is an exceptional human being and even more exceptional floral artist. She is friendly, reliable, knowledgeable, and passionate about her craft. I highly recommend her to the highest degree!
Dominique C., 2 months ago
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Pollen Floral 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Occidental, CA

We are a Sonoma County based studio florist practicing intersectional allyship. During my undergraduate studies in art and anthropology, I learned about the discovery of fossilized pollen in burial sites. Humans have engaged with flowers during rituals since the beginning of time. I strive to honor your ceremonies with individual attention and great care. I make personalized design choices that carry significance to your story; adding beautiful, dynamic, florals throughout the event space. Featuring locally sourced, California grown flowers whenever possible in an effort to minimize environmental impact.

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Pollen Floral is in one word exceptional. In many words, Alejandra could not have made our day more special. Her attention to detail, thoughtful execution, ability to put words to a vision, caring nature, and endless support not only made our wedding day stunning, but also stress-free. She went above and beyond in making our arrangements beautiful. My bouquet literally brought me to tears. Would hire 10x over.
Jamie E., 2 years ago
Zannah Farms 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Serves Occidental, CA

Zannah Farms is a wedding florist in Santa Rosa, CA, serving the surrounding areas. Zannah Farms offers a range of florals for centerpiece arrangements, bouquets, aisle pieces, wreaths, and so much more. You can customize your order, allowing you to fill your DIY bucket with a selection of your favorite blooms. Zannah Farms has everything you need for a stunning wedding day visual.

Working with Zannah was truly amazing, I visited their farm for my initial consultation and she was so kind and informative. She listed to my ideas and was able to send me the perfect vision board. The flowers lasted all day and looked STUNNING!
Katia G., 2 months ago
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Allison Louise Designs 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Serves Occidental, CA

I'm Allison of Allison Louise Designs. Born and raised here in the Napa Valley, I grew up with a passion for the beautiful flowers that surround our valley. Silvyne Henderson of “Silvyne's Flowers” gave me my start and foundation in this industry over 10 years ago. Since then, not only have I obtained my floral design certificate from the Santa Rosa Junior College, but I have worked alongside some of the best floral designers in this Valley.

Awarded Best of Zola
Allison Louise Designs was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From the very beginning, their communication was responsive and clear, which made the process of selecting our florals a breeze. The final product was absolutely gorgeous - the bouquets, centerpieces, and ceremony decor exceeded our expectations. Allison took our feedback from the trial run and seamlessly incorporated the changes we wanted, ensuring the florals were perfect for our special day. She is simply lovely to work with, and we cannot recommend Allison Louise Designs highly enough for any couple planning their wedding!
Carolyn C., 2 years ago
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Poppystone Floral Design 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Starts at $8,000
  • Serves Occidental, CA

Thoughtfully designed fresh floral arrangements for parties, weddings and events in Northern California. All of our work is custom to your event - a once in a lifetime event requires once in a lifetime flowers!

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If you are looking to get married or have an event in Napa / Wine Country, we can’t recommend Susan and PoppyStone enough for your flower dreams. It only took one meeting with Susan for her to fully understand what we were looking for our wedding. She completely transformed every space we utilized for our wedding and reception. Susan is creative, great to work with, and a total professional.
Michelle & P., 6 years ago
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Mint + Peonies Floral Studio 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Occidental, CA

Hi, I’m Griselda, a Northern California wine country wedding florist and mom of three. My journey into floral design began as a healing path through postpartum depression and grew into a passion for creating meaningful, beautiful weddings. I thrive on connecting with couples, learning their unique stories, and crafting timeless designs that bring their vision to life. With a love for creativity and detail, I’m here to help you make long-lasting memories and create stunning backdrops for your special day.

To say Griselda delivered would be an understatement— she absolutely blew our expectations out of the water. I contacted her weeks before our elopement. Not only did she squeeze me in, but she also made a digital mock up so I felt comfortable moving forward with the purchase. These weren’t just flowers… this was art. Our photographer (who has seen many florals and table scapes) even commented that this is one of the best she has ever seen. TY for making our day extra special.
Alex A., 2 years ago
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Ribbon & Twine Floral 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Serves Occidental, CA

Specializing in wedding and event flowers and decor, R & T is a full-service design studio serving the entire state of California and beyond. Please don't hesitate to get in touch, we look forward to meeting you! Flower delivery available in Petaluma and the surrounding areas. Wedding and event florals offered in Sonoma, Marin, Napa, the SF Bay Area or wherever your adventure takes you.

Cara was incredibly responsive to every question we had, and she made the whole process feel effortless. What impressed us most was how she took our budget constraints seriously while still delivering the most beautiful arrangements. She even created Indian garlands for us despite never having made them before, doing all the research to get them absolutely right. Her designs went beyond what we imagined from our inspiration photos, turning our vision into something even more beautiful. Cara brought so much sweetness and creativity to our big day, and we felt taken care of every step of the way. We can't recommend her enough to couples looking for a florist who truly listens and goes the distance.
Sara R., a month ago
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Royal Fleur Florist 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Starts at $25
  • Serves Occidental, CA

Royal Fleur Florist is a family-owned local flower shop located in downtown Larkspur, Marin County CA. As a local florist, we offer the same day flowers delivery in Marin County. We also serve most hospitals and funeral homes. For fresh, high-quality flowers near Larkspur, you can count on Royal Fleur Florist. Our professional staff of florists in Larkspur will work with you to create beautiful, unique gifts for your special occasions.

They did an amazing job on our wedding. The flowers were absolutely perfect. They were better than I even imagined and I was thrilled to walk into the reception and see them. They went above and beyond. We had so many compliments and I could not have been happier. They were extremely accessible via email and were very good about getting right back to me. We met twice before the big day and both times I saw things that I would like changed and they were very open to it. They never made me feel bad for telling them I didn't like it and were happy to go through the process of figuring out what I really wanted. They were a pleasure to work with and we will recommend them to anyone who asks. They made our vision come to life.
Rebecca D., 2 years ago
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Something Borrowed Blooms 
Rating: 4.9 (114 reviews)
  • Starts at $250
  • Serves Occidental, CA

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

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Something Borrowed Blooms was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding flowers. From the beginning, their communication was simple, easy, and direct - making the process completely worry-free. Their selection was great, and their prices were incredibly affordable, which was a huge relief as we planned our wedding from out of town. The floral arrangements they created were absolutely beautiful, and I loved that I could add a scent to give them an extra touch of realism. I also didn't have to stress about water marks on my dress, which was a huge plus. Overall, working with Something Borrowed Blooms was a painless, affordable experience that allowed us to have gorgeous, worry-free flowers for our special day.
Melissa M., 2 years ago
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Flower Moxie – Do-It-Yourself Wedding Flowers 
Rating: 4.9 (92 reviews)
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves Occidental, CA

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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Punctual, enthusiastic, respectful communication. Excellent quality for the price. Flowers were gorgeous!!
Gretchen S., a year ago
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Poppy Flowers 
Rating: 4.5 (79 reviews)
  • Starts at $1,750
  • Serves Occidental, CA

Poppy is a full-service wedding florist with one mission: give every couple stunning floral design without the luxury-tier price tag. We design, source, and deliver your flowers from first consultation to final installation. As featured in Martha Stewart Weddings, The Today Show, Fortune, and Goop. Planning your wedding flowers should feel exciting, not overwhelming. If you've been gathering inspiration and wondering whether your budget can actually bring that vision to life — it can. That's exactly what we do.

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Poppy Flowers was a great choice for our small wedding. Their twilight template was exactly the color palette I was looking for and they had options for everything I needed at an affordable price (in comparison to other Washington DC florists). I was very happy with the quality of the flowers and the set-up process.
Hilary G., 2 years ago
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The Faux Bouquets 
Rating: 5.0 (43 reviews)
  • Starts at $175
  • Serves Occidental, CA

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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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., 8 months 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 Occidental, CA
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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 is incredible and worth every penny! My husband and I weren't very sure about how we wanted our wedding florals to look. We also didn't want to spend thousands of dollars on flowers that would only last a day. We stumbled upon wood flowers and discovered Wood and Word Blooms! Working with Jen was wonderful and seamless. She helps you every step of the way to figure out what you would like. The DIY class was so much fun, and we were able to build all of our centerpieces, boutonnières, and bouquets. Jen also built my cascade bouquet and beautiful garland for us! Everything came out so beautifully and was perfect for our day. Thank you Jen!
Bianca D., 2 years ago
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Autumn Marcelle Design 
Rating: 5.0 (15 reviews)
  • Starts at $10,000
  • Serves Occidental, CA
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Autumn Marcelle Design is a Full-Service Wedding & Event Florist serving the San Francisco Bay Area, Carmel, Napa Valley & Santa Barbara. From luxury, deeply-personalized weddings to stylish corporate events, we are curating a vibrant experience and designing every occasion with care, intention and refinement for our clients around California. We work closely with you to embrace and enhance your vision, translating it into a visual masterpiece through maximalist floral design and curated styling.

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Autumn Marcelle Design was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding flowers. From the very first conversation, her communication was efficient, clear, helpful, and thoughtful. She truly listened to the vision I had put together on my Pinterest board and made it come to life in the most stunning way. The team at Autumn Marcelle Design is clearly so hardworking, dedicated, and detail-oriented - the final product was absolutely perfect and exceeded all of my expectations. Seeing the flowers on our wedding day was one of the true highlights - they truly made our special day that much more beautiful. I cannot recommend Autumn Marcelle Design highly enough, they are a 10/10 vendor that I would suggest to any couple planning their wedding.
Anna G., 2 years ago
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Vita Fiori 
Rating: 5.0 (14 reviews)
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Occidental, CA

Vita Fiori creates flowers that evoke feeling and tell stories. We create art. We believe in celebrating the one life you get to live. This is your wedding, babe. Let's make it unforgettable. Our style is whimsical and romantic; we like to create florals so breathtaking, your guests stop and say, "Wow. I've never seen anything like this before."

Awarded Best of Zola
We are so grateful to have worked with Johannah of Vita Fiori for our wedding! From start to finish, she made the process so easy and stress-free. She provided us with beautifully detailed PDFs that outlined every arrangement, flower choice, and cost breakdown, which gave us so much confidence in the planning process. On the wedding day, every piece she created was stunning—whimsical, thoughtful, and perfectly in line with our color scheme. Johannah incorporated both mine and my husband’s birth month flowers into the bridal bouquet and boutonnière, which made them so personal and meaningful. From the bouquets and boutonnières to the aisle markers, bud vases, candles, and even the greenery for our seating chart, every detail felt intentional and artfully designed. The ceremony altar pieces and bar arrangement were breathtaking focal points that our guests couldn’t stop complimenting. Having her handle both setup and takedown was such a gift—it allowed us to be fully present and enjoy our celebration without worrying about logistics. Johannah truly went above and beyond, and her talent and professionalism shine through in every arrangement. If you’re looking for a florist who combines artistry, organization, and heart, I can’t recommend Vita Fiori enough!
Julia J., 10 months ago
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Bloom Culture: Do-it-yourself Wedding Flowers 
Rating: 4.9 (13 reviews)
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves Occidental, CA

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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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., 9 months ago
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Bupp Woodworks & Designs - Flower Preservation 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
  • Serves Occidental, CA

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!

Bupp Woodworks & Designs - Flower Preservation was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From the moment I reached out, their communication was quick, professional, and incredibly personable. Tina responded so quickly to my last-minute request for flower preservation, which I had completely forgotten about until the day of the wedding. She immediately put my mind at ease and assured me she could take care of it. The quality of their work was simply beautiful - the flowers were preserved so well and the final product was high-quality and so detailed. I was always kept in the loop on the status of my order and when to expect the next step. Bupp Woodworks & Designs truly went above and beyond to make sure a piece of our special day will be preserved. I highly recommend them to any couple looking for a great flower preservation vendor.
Jamie, a year ago
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KM Flowers and Events Specialist 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Occidental, CA

Katharine has been preforming floristry for over a decade and loves creating unique designs. She loves to hear the back stories of how couples fell in love. This shines through in the floral selections and creates a special story. She creates sustainable mechanics ~ Dual purpose. ~ Reusable materials. ~ Compostable. She guides and supports clients about being foam free and how these practices can still create lush, large, and romantic installations. As a wedding florist based in the picturesque landscapes of Colorado, she understands the significance of creating floral masterpieces that not only enchant but also honor our environment.

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I can't say enough positive things about Katharine and KM Flowers and Events specialist. Katharine provided the florals and day of wedding coordination for my wedding. She was so fun to work with and took time to answer my questions and provide fantastic suggestions. After providing Kat with only a color, she was able to create my dream vision of florals that I didn't even know I had! She is creative, her designs are unique and she was reliable. Kat and her assistant Cece, were also a huge help on the day of the wedding to ensure everything ran smoothly and all the vendors were organized. Kat and Cece were fun to be around, true professionals and allowed me to spend the entire night enjoying my wedding. I would absolutely recommend them for all your wedding needs!
Ellen, 10 months ago
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Found Floral 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Starts at $15,000
  • Serves Occidental, CA

My name is Judy Leung (she/her) and Found Floral is based in San Francisco Bay area & beyond. Found floral is rooted in intentional and modern approach to floral and event design. With a focus on creating a flowerful experience that celebrates the culture and stories that are uniquely yours.

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Working with Judy at Found Floral was one of the best decisions my husband and I made during our wedding planning process! I knew I wanted florals that were textured and unique and not too cookie-cutter or traditional, so this was my top criteria when searching for a florist. Judy was able to masterfully bring the vintage backyard dinner party feel to our wedding which had 260 guests and still make our wedding feel unique (each table had different tropical and rarely seen flowers). Over 20 of our guests have mentioned to me since how much they loved the florals at our wedding since then - so many people have complimented our florals and shared that they are their favorite florals they've ever seen at a wedding and are still thinking about them today (some guests even have group texts focused specifically on our wedding florals)! The other big thing Judy did for us was the florals for the mandap (arch) for the ceremony - it was so spectacular and such an incredible focal point! It was raining for our entire ceremony so we were grateful to have a pop of color against the grey backdrop. The Found Floral team also used such unique flowers for the arch and laid them out in a way that was the perfect balance of textured but also refined (without being stiff or overly formal). My favorite part of working with Judy was that she took the time to understand my vision but then was able to operate and make decisions independently to bring that vision to life. There are 10000 things to do during wedding planning and it was such a relief to know we were in good hands with Judy and not having to make tiny decisions like picking out individual flowers or greenery or designing much of anything. I would work with Judy again in a heartbeat - she has such a chic unique style and is warm and makes her clients feel so comfortable at every stage of the process. Found Floral truly is the best florist in the Bay Area!!
Joanna K., 2 years ago