The Best Romantic Wedding Florists in Santa Cruz, CA

The Best Romantic Wedding Florists in Santa Cruz, CA

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96 Wedding Florists in Santa Cruz, CA

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Spy Goat Farm 

5.0

  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

We are an organic and sustainable flower farm located in the hills of Santa Cruz County. We specialize in lush, romantic designs created to delight the senses on your special day. Whether your floral needs are simple or luxury, we work closely with you to provide beautiful arrangements that will enhance your wedding and provide memories for years to come. While based in Soquel, we are more than happy to travel. I bring the same creative spirit and committment to excellence to your wedding florals as I did to my various artistic endeavors while earning my undergraduate and graduate degrees in art school.

Awarded Best of Zola
We loved working with Terri to design our wedding florals. She did such an amazing job and gave us exactly what we envisioned—bright, colorful, and whimsical. Terri is a great communicator and gave great suggestions for things we otherwise would have overlooked. Absolutely the best!
Abbie and T., 9 months ago
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Luxury Floral Designs 

5.0

Santa Cruz, CA
  • Starts at $2,500

Welcome. Karla has been an artist for as long as she has been alive. It all started when she was in preschool and thought that painting another pre-school student with paint was fun. Unfortunately, she got sent home that day, but the artist in her was born! Working with flowers, and making events beautiful for her clients, has provided Karla with an outlet that is very fulfilling for her. It creates a balance, and zen for her, which fills, balances, and feeds her soul.

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Karla did a wonderful job capturing our vision. Wow! I loved the different floral pieces. I wanted something simple but elegant for the tables, and some more dramatic pieces for our sweetheart table, ceremony arch, and aisle. She was so great at guiding me through this process and did so much within my budget! I would highly recommend her. Such a delight to work with!
Traci B., a year ago
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Petal and Salt 

5.0

Santa Cruz, CA

    Petal & Salt creates floral designs that feel natural, artful, and full of heart. We lean into seasonality, source locally when we can, and always design with care-- No foam, less waste, more intention. If you're looking for flowers that feel personal and beautifully you, we'd love to be a part of your day.

    Awarded Best of Zola
    I decided 2 weeks before my wedding that I did, in fact, want flowers. I sent Salt and Petal a bizarre message with a doodle and a dream, and she made it happen. She also made sure the flowers would be cat-safe (my cat was my maid of honor who is the true love of my life). I love their sustainability and eco-friendliness which aligns with my morals as well. Communication was wonderful and the flowers were spectacular
    Aly D., 3 months ago
    Quaintrelle Farms 

    5.0

    Santa Cruz, CA
    • Starts at $5,000

    Quaintrellle Farms is an urban micro flower farm, located on the Westside of Santa Cruz, servicing all of Santa Cruz County, Monterey and Carmel, as well as parts of San Mateo and Santa Clara counties. Offering al la carte and full service design, with delivery and set up to assure your day is stress free.

    I cannot recommend Courtney and Quaintrelle Farms enough! From start to finish, working with her was an absolute dream. Our wedding was on November 10th, which is a bit tricky when it comes to flower availability, but Courtney pulled it off with ease, creating the most stunning arrangements from flowers she grew locally. Every bloom was beautiful and unique, and she perfectly captured the vision we had for our day. Courtney handled all the florals for our ceremony, reception, bridal bouquets, and boutonnieres, and everything was just breathtaking. The flowers were not only gorgeous, but they added such a personal, local touch to our celebration. I was also lucky enough to have Courtney create a headpiece for me, and let me tell you—it was magical! It made me feel like a druid high elf, and I couldn’t stop looking at it. She also made the sweetest flower crowns for our niece and nephew, which were just adorable and really added a special touch to their outfits. One of the things I’m most excited about is that Courtney also does pressed flower art, and she’s currently working on a piece with flowers from my bridal bouquet. I can’t wait to see how it turns out—what a perfect way to preserve such a meaningful part of our day. Courtney’s talent, creativity, and passion for what she does are unparalleled. If you're looking for a florist who not only provides beautiful, high-quality flowers but also puts heart and soul into everything she creates, look no further than Quaintrelle Farms. Thank you, Courtney, for making our wedding day even more magical!
    Emily E., a year ago
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    Autumn Marcelle Design 

    5.0

    • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

    As a Northern California luxury wedding florist specializing in timeless, garden-style weddings, we weave together nature's poetry, crafting tapestries of floral artistry that tell your unique love story. From the vibrant heart of the San Francisco Bay Area to the idyllic embrace of Carmel Valley, our passion ignites, our creativity blooms, and dreams are transformed into breathtaking reality. Based in Santa Cruz, CA and serving San Francisco Bay Area, Carmel Valley, the Central Coast & Destinations.

    Awarded Best of Zola
    Autumn was an absolute dream to work with from start to finish. Her proposal was incredibly professional, and she was so easy to communicate with throughout the entire process. I was extremely excited for to help us with a flower "cloud" (hanging floral structure above our altar), and it was a highlight of the wedding. What truly sets her apart is her amazing ability to not only understand your vision, but to elevate it and bring it to life in a way you couldn't have imagined. The design, vision, and final execution of our flowers were simply stunning. We highly, highly recommend Autumn to anyone looking for a florist in the Carmel or Northern California area. She is a true artist.
    Liliana A., 6 months ago
    Paisley's Garden 

    5.0

    • Starts at $3,000
    • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

    Hey there! I’m Lauren, your new flower bestie. I am an artistic soul who appreciates every flower and every season. I believe in coming alongside you to bring your floral vision to life in a purposeful, detail oriented way.

    Lauren was incredible. I had hired a different florist who had to cancel about 2 months before my wedding. Lauren had been recommended to me by the baker for our cake and she was able. Immediately it was clear that floral designs are her gift. She created a floral vision board for my wedding based on the emails I had sent her describing my personal style and flower preferences, and also with photo examples of flowers I loved. The vision board was perfectly me, to a T. My bridal bouquet was so beautiful and smelled amazing. I carried it around with me all weekend and made room for it in my overpacked luggage to bring home so I could press the flowers! My friends also loved their bouquets, my mother LOVED her gold band corsage, and the boutonnières for the guys were the perfect compliments to everything else! She was so very sweet and accommodating, when I expressed concern for costs she very kindly worked with me to find a budget and also give me amazing florals. She even worked with my reception venue to add flowers to an Ivy wall which turned out AMAZING. My flowers were one of my most favorite pets of my wedding! I cannot recommend Lauren enough - I promise you’ll be so happy you hired Paisley’s!!
    Sara and T., 4 years ago
    Flor De Monterey 

    5.0

    • Starts at $200
    • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

    Flor de Monterey has been crafting timeless floral designs for 100 years in Monterey. From intimate weddings to grand events, we create custom arrangements tailored to your vision, with unmatched care and artistry.

    Flor De Monterey was an exceptional wedding florist to work with. From our first conversation, their communication was great - they were fast to respond, clear in their explanations, and really listened to our vision. On the day of the wedding, their work was truly stunning. The floral arrangements were artistic, beautifully crafted, and absolutely perfect for our event. We couldn't have asked for a better florist to bring our wedding day to life. Flor De Monterey exceeded our expectations in every way, and we highly recommend them to any couple planning their big day.
    Josie, a year ago
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    The Faux Bouquets 

    5.0

    • Starts at $175
    • Serves Santa Cruz, 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.

    Awarded Best of Zola
    The Faux Bouquets were an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. Their communication was quick and simple, and they were always responsive to any questions or requests we had. The quality of their work was truly high quality and gorgeous - the bouquets, boutonnières, and beautiful floral arrangements they created for our arch were stunning and exceeded our expectations. They worked closely with us to achieve the exact look and feel we wanted for our wedding florals. The Faux Bouquets are amazing and we highly recommend them to any couple looking for beautiful, top-notch floral pieces for their special day!
    Cristina H., a year ago
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    Wood & Word Blooms, sola wood floral designs (faux not fresh) 

    5.0

    • Starts at $1,500
    • Serves Santa Cruz, 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.

    Awarded Best of Zola
    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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    Florals For You (Sarah) 

    5.0

    • Starts at $2,000
    • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

    Florals For You was created by a husband and wife duo who are wedding and event floral designers based in the central valley of California. We love telling modern-romantic love stories through florals and believe that planning your wedding florals should be lighthearted and fun!

    Awarded Best of Zola
    Sarah at Florals For You was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding! From our very first interaction, Sarah was attentive, friendly, and incredibly informative, walking us through all of our options to fit our desired look and budget. The final floral arrangements she created were absolutely beautiful and affordable - truly bringing our vision to life in a way that was perfect for our special day. Sarah also helped me with several thoughtful recommendations that weren't on our original list and made all the difference in the look and feel of our wedding, and she even went above and beyond by putting flowers on my cake for me. We couldn't have been happier with the service and quality of work from Florals For You, and would highly recommend Sarah to any couple planning their wedding.
    Angelina C., a year ago
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    Vita Fiori 

    5.0

    • Starts at $6,000
    • Serves Santa Cruz, 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
    Vita Fiori was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding! The team was quick to respond to all of my questions and incredibly helpful throughout the entire planning process. Their arrangements were absolutely stunning - beautiful and timeless, perfectly complementing our venue and vision. The team was so accommodating, even when we had very specific style requests. Johannah and the Vita Fiori crew went above and beyond on the day of the event, making sure everything was set up beautifully. I highly recommend Vita Fiori for any couple looking for a talented, responsive, and professional wedding florist. Everything was perfect!
    Danielle F., 9 months ago
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    Bupp Woodworks & Designs - Flower Preservation 

    5.0

    • Serves Santa Cruz, 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 outstanding choice for our wedding flowers. From the start, their communication was clear, very responsive, and they thoroughly answered all of our questions. The quality of their work was truly spectacular - we now have beautiful centerpieces for our home that will forever remind us of our special day. The flowers were high quality and exceeded our expectations. We couldn't have been happier with Bupp Woodworks & Designs and would highly recommend them to any couple planning their wedding.
    Natalia O., 10 months ago
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    Bloom Culture: Do-it-yourself Wedding Flowers 

    4.9

    • Starts at $350
    • Serves Santa Cruz, 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.

    Awarded Best of Zola
    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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    Fanfare Florals 

    5.0

    • Starts at $4,000
    • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

    Hello! I’m Fan, the owner and head designer at Fanfare Florals. With over a decade of experience as a floral designer in the San Francisco Bay Area, I’ve had the honor of contributing to hundreds of weddings and events. My mission is to create stunning, high-quality floral arrangements that not only delight the eyes but also touch the heart. I aim to craft beautiful, meaningful spaces that reflect your unique story and celebrate life’s extraordinary moments with beauty and significance, all while offering great value to every client. Thank you for considering Fanfare Florals. Together, let’s create memories that will bloom forever.

    Awarded Best of Zola
    Fan was a true delight to work with for our wedding. From the initial consultation, owner Fan was incredibly supportive, patient, and understanding as we discussed our vision and budget. She provided her expertise to co-design the perfect floral arrangements that were both aesthetically wonderful and completely reliable in delivering the look we wanted. Fan truly cares about her customers and went above and beyond to assist us with design questions beyond just the flowers. The final presentation of the bouquets, centerpieces, and other decor was a 100% match to what we had discussed and communicated - we were so impressed and satisfied with the results. Hiring Fanfare Florals was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding, and we highly recommend their services!!
    Bingru X., 7 months ago
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    WM Floral Design 

    5.0

    • Starts at $1,000
    • Serves Santa Cruz, 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.

    Awarded Best of Zola
    The team at WM Floral Design was an absolute pleasure to work with. Their communication was fast, easy, and clear throughout the entire process. The quality of their work was exquisite - the flowers were beautifully arranged and they paid such close attention to every detail. She tied in everything with the flowers perfectly, and truly brought my dream to life. Not only did she do an amazing job, but she made the bouquets look even better than the inspiration pictures I had provided. She was so easy to work with, and I would highly recommend WM Floral Design to any couple planning their wedding.
    Sharon L., a year ago
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    Mintfloralstudio 

    5.0

    • Starts at $3,000
    • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

    MintFloralStudio is a wedding flower boutique. It provides elevated services from wedding bouquets to floral constructions. Whether you're looking for modern-chic, elegant, classic, or tropical design, we are here to help, and we're highly experienced in many styles. At MintFloralStudio, we offer a free consultation to couples who order floral arrangements and bouquets for their wedding festivities. We are farm direct. Moreover, if you change your mind, you can still rearrange the design and the colors 30 days before the wedding day! We look forward to working with you!

    We booked Mint Floral Studio after they were referred to us by our wedding planner. Liz and her team are amazing at creating beautiful floral pieces. We wanted bright, vibrant florals for our wedding. From our first meeting she completely understood our vision and everything she mocked up for us was perfect. She will send you a PDF with all of the looks and prices so everything is very clear. She also has I’ll create a real bouquet so you know exactly what your flowers will look like. They went above and beyond for our special day and I am so happy we went with them! We also lost the petals we brought for our floral girls and her team stepped in and provided them with petals. Everything was so stunning and came out even better than the mockup and trial. Our florals were complimented so much, they played a huge part in making our wedding so beautiful. You will not regret booking with them!!
    Kati J., 9 months ago
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    Asteria Florals 

    5.0

    • Starts at $6,000
    • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

    We will be here for you every step of the way, from he beginning stitches of your plans to the big day. We pride ourself on our communication and ability to be flexible. We know that your plans may change and we will be here for you through all the shifts in details.

    Awarded Best of Zola
    I worked with Mahina and Soul on a styled shoot in October of 2020 - and I have to say that in my years of wedding photography, these two were the absolute greatest florists to work with. The planning process was so collaborative and they met me with so many great ideas ready to go, yet were completely willing and open to accepting feedback to tailor their work to my vision. Ashley and Emily are incredibly professional, creative, and let's not forget... KIND. These two have been such a joy to work with and I recommend them to ANYONE looking for their floral dreams to come to life.
    Hannah, 5 years ago
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    Anthology On Main | Book Page Flowers 

    5.0

    • Starts at $2,500
    • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

    Anthology On Main is an alternative paper florist, specializing in flowers handmade from book pages! I handcraft your wedding flowers from the pages of your favorite books, using your favorite flowers (no matter the season) and in your colors that coordinate with your wedding palette. Although my studio is based in Kansas, I ship flowers all over the US. Your flowers will stay beautiful long after your wedding day, with no preservation needed, for meaningful keepsakes that last for decades. Whether you’re planning a full wedding or an intimate elopement, I’ll work with you to bring your vision to life with artistry and meaningful details.

    Awarded Best of Zola
    Katie was amazing to work with! She helped tailor our flowers to keep within our budget, and they came out AMAZING. I'm so happy I get to keep them as an amazing keepsake. Everyone at the wedding was floored that they were paper and not real. And having quotes from our favorite books to look at all day was just a memorable experience.
    Joanna L., 4 months ago
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    Bloom Gallery 

    5.0

    • Starts at $5,000
    • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

    Bloom Gallery is a wedding florist based in San Francisco, CA. Anastasiya Yurinok is a creative professional who has an eye for detail and a passion for flowers. She designs arrangements that reflect soon-to-be newlyweds’ event aesthetics and unique personal tastes. Anastasiya loves color and texture, and she creates dynamic floral arrangements that draw on artistic elements. She aims to tell a visual narrative of the happy couple’s love story through flowers. This talented professional has extensive experience and can accommodate a range of styles from modern to classic.

    Awarded Best of Zola
    My flowers were perfect and the city hall package options were perfect for my intimate city hall ceremony.
    Marisa P., 3 years ago
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    Flolette USA 

    5.0

    • Starts at $200
    • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

    Step into a space where petals tell stories and every detail is crafted with care. At Flolette, we offer more than just beautiful bouquets—we bring your floral dreams to life. Alongside our signature arrangements, we provide full-service event planning, day-of coordination, and custom floral décor for weddings, celebrations, and special gatherings. Whether you're sending a gift or designing an unforgettable event, we're here to add beauty, meaning, and a personal touch to every moment.

    Awarded Best of Zola
    We are so grateful to Yulia for making our wedding absolutely unforgettable! She took care of everything — from the flowers and decor to planning and day-of coordination. Everything was beautifully organized and ran so smoothly, we didn’t have to worry about a single thing. The flowers were stunning, the timeline was perfectly managed, and her attention to detail truly made the entire day feel magical. Yulia is not only an incredible professional but also a wonderful person to work with — calm, supportive, and full of creative ideas. We couldn’t have imagined our wedding without her. Thank you so much for turning our vision into reality!
    Kate, 8 months ago
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    Moon Florist 

    5.0

    • Starts at $1,500
    • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

    Moon Florist is a boutique floral and design studio dedicated to weddings and love stories. 🌙 With a focus on timeless elegance and personal details, we create floral arrangements and custom backdrops that transform your celebration into an unforgettable experience. Your vision, our blooms; together, pure magic.

    Awarded Best of Zola
    I am so thankful to Moon Florist for making my wedding day so beautiful! The arrangements were beyond anything I could have imagined! Elegant, fresh, and perfectly matched to the style I wanted. The team was so professional, kind, and attentive throughout the whole process. They truly cared about every detail, and it showed in the final result. If you’re looking for a florist, Moon Florist is the one!!!
    Subi, 5 months ago
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    Lumos Bloom 

    5.0

    • Starts at $3,000
    • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

    Lumos Bloom is a floral and boutique event design studio that creates breathtaking compositions and immersive décor for weddings and special events. The dedicated team of artists combines luxury floral design with innovative LED walls and Sphere installations, bringing each couple’s unique vision to life.

    Awarded Best of Zola
    I can’t thank Lumos Bloom enough for the magic they created on our wedding day. From the very first conversation, they treated us with so much warmth and genuine care, really listening to what we wanted and then bringing it to life even better than we imagined. The flowers were breathtaking, the setup was flawless, and every detail felt so personal and thoughtful. When I walked into the venue, I was completely speechless — it was like stepping into a dream. Our guests are still talking about how beautiful everything looked, and I know those memories will stay with us forever. To the whole team: thank you from the bottom of our hearts for not just decorating our day, but for filling it with love, beauty, and soul. You truly made our wedding unforgettable.
    Anna and R., 5 months ago
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    Form & Flower 

    5.0

    • Starts at $7,000
    • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

    My name is Linzy and I am a floral designer and architect based in San Francisco, California. Form & Flower was founded after many late nights and early mornings spent creating floral designs based upon the principles of architecture and a love for the natural environment that I cherish - form, movement, negative space, balance, color theory, and attention to detail. I love to apply these guidelines to my designs while creating intentional, modern, and whimsical forms that playfully color outside of the lines of normalcy and bring you joy.

    Awarded Best of Zola
    Linzy absolutely killed it at our wedding at The Sea Ranch Lodge. She took my vision and made it even more beautiful. So many of our guests mentioned how incredible and uniquely us the florals were. THANK YOU!
    Isabelle R., 8 months ago
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    Golden Flowers Floral Design 

    5.0

    • Starts at $4,000
    • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

    We are floral design studio making artful and sustainable arrangements in line with nature’s rhythms in The Sierras. One of my favorite parts of designing is helping couples choose flowers that feel like them and reflect the beauty of the season. In California we are fortunate to have year round flower production, allowing couples to choose from an abundant selection of unique flowers. Choosing flowers that are naturally in bloom gives your wedding an effortless sense of place, and a luxe aesthetic

    I went with Golden Flowers for my wedding at Edgewood Tahoe and was so happy with how it turned out. The process with them was seamless from start to finish. The team was helpful, responsive and talented at what they do. The flowers were artful and unique, and every detail was better than I could have imagined. Thank you Golden Flowers!
    Bri, 2 months ago
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    Blackistone Florist 

    5.0

    • Starts at $2,000
    • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

    At Blackistone Florist, we craft unforgettable wedding florals that speak to your heart. From whimsical bouquets to luxurious centerpieces, we design with passion and precision to transform your day into a floral masterpiece. Let us make your wedding bloom with beauty, elegance, and unforgettable charm.

    Blackistone Florist was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. Their communication style was fast, efficient, and honest, which made the entire process seamless. The quality of their work was classic, clean, and flawless - our bouquets, centerpieces, and ceremony decor were stunning and exceeded our expectations. They were also incredibly reliable, setting up everything perfectly on the day of the wedding so we didn't have to worry about a thing. Blackistone Florist truly helped make our special day even more beautiful and memorable.
    Kangna Z., a year ago