The Best Modern Wedding Florists in Swampscott, MA

The Best Modern Wedding Florists in Swampscott, MA

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77 Wedding Florists in Swampscott, MA

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The Dirt Empress 

5.0

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

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

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From my first meeting with Erin, I knew The Dirt Empress team would handle our wedding florals with love and care. Erin was such a phenomenal communicator, showing us options and styles to help us design our floral vision. Not only did she come with suggestions to compliment our budget, but her pricing was competitive and transparent. On the day of, Erin blew my expectations out of the water. The quality of the flowers was unmatched with every detail hit right on. The Dahlias were fresh, local, and absolutely stunning. A huge thank you to Erin and The Dirt Empress team for making our wedding florals an absolute dream come true!
Emily W., 5 months ago
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Dazy Florals 

4.4

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

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

Awarded Best of Zola
Dazy Florals was so easy to communicate with and super responsive throughout the entire wedding planning process. Ashley's flowers were beautiful for our wedding and just how I imagined them. She did a great job capturing my vision to pull everything together. Dazy Florals contributed to making our special day absolutely perfect.
Hollister R., 7 months ago
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Florio 

5.0

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

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

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I cannot say enough about Abby and the team from Florio. The flowers were even better than I imagined and the number one thing people have asked about when they see our pictures was "who did your flowers, they were beautiful." I had no idea the impact they'd have on the feel of the day, but they made everything even more magical. My bouquet was so perfect. The bridesmaid's bouquets were perfect with their dresses. Abby was responsive and easy to work with. I had some ideas, but she was able to take my thoughts and make a really cohesive look and feel across the ceremony, reception and our personal flowers. We ended up donating our flowers through the Reflower Project and she coordinated with them for us and made everything so easy. If I could give her more than 5 stars I would!
Nikki R., a year ago
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Lexi Palumbo LLC 

5.0

  • Serves Swampscott, MA

Welcome to my world, where I specialize in coordinating flawless events and crafting custom floral designs. Leveraging a trusted network of vendors, I ensure your vision comes to life seamlessly. From centerpieces to stunning installations, I believe flowers are the perfect finishing touch, turning your event into an unforgettable experience. Let's create something extraordinary together!

Lexi Palumbo LLC provided the most gorgeous floral arrangements for our wedding day. The flowers were truly beautiful, unique, and stunning - exactly what we had envisioned for our special celebration. From the stunning bouquets to the elegant centerpieces, every detail was impeccably crafted with such care and artistry. The quality of their work was exceptional, and we were blown away by the value they provided. Lexi and her team were a joy to work with and helped make our wedding day even more magical. We couldn't be happier with the results and highly recommend Lexi Palumbo LLC to any couple planning their dream wedding.
Mishaune B., 9 months ago
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Fern Floral Studio 

5.0

  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Swampscott, MA
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Our designs are created in a natural garden style with lots of layers, whimsy, dancing flowers and organic shapes. Our color pallets are expertly curated to seamlessly blend shades and build tonal works of art. We aim to create fresh, innovative designs that reflect a sense of place and season. We are a full service florist catering to weddings of all sizes.

We truly cannot say enough incredible things about our wedding florist! From our very first conversation, they completely understood our vision for a romantic fall celebration by the ocean — and somehow brought it to life in a way that exceeded every expectation. The flowers were absolutely breathtaking. They perfectly captured the warmth and richness of the season while still feeling fresh and elegant for our oceanside venue. The bouquets were lush and textured, the ceremony arrangements framed the coastline beautifully, and every reception detail added a fall glow. The colors, the movement, the way everything complemented the natural backdrop was pure artistry. Our guests are still raving about how stunning everything looked! And the installation team? Pure magic. Watching them transform the space was incredible. They worked seamlessly and with such calm confidence, carefully arranging our outdoor and indoor arrangements until the entire venue felt like a romantic autumn dream. If you’re looking for a florist who is wildly talented, detail-oriented, and truly passionate about what they do, this is your team. They made our fall wedding unforgettable, and we will always be so grateful.
Jamie H., 7 days ago
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Helios Floral 

5.0

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

Our work is grounded in our love for the natural world and all of it's grandeur & intricacies alike. We aim to harness the magic of flowers and plants to celebrate all of life's important moments. e specialize in weddings and events. We work closely with each of our clients to create stunningly unique experiences for their guests and elevate their spaces with thoughtful floral designs.

Keelia is the absolute best!! She knows the ins and outs of flowers and knows exactly how to make your bouquet and arrangements personalized to your exact style. I mentioned to keelia what colors and flowers I liked and from that information alone she created the most beautiful bouquet for my wedding day. Keelias creativity is unbelievable and unique, which stands out from the rest. You will not regret working with this amazing gal!!
Sarah K., 5 years ago
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Something Borrowed Blooms 

4.9

  • Starts at $250
  • Serves Swampscott, MA

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

Awarded Best of Zola
I was very pleased with my experience with Something Borrowed Blooms! The flowers were quality silk, unlike typical fake flowers these felt and even smelled like flowers!! I enjoyed not having to waste flowers the day after our wedding, I could send them back in for the next bride! If I had not gone with something borrowed we likely would have make our own flower arrangements. I was nervous about not knowing how those would look until the day of. I loved knowing EXACTLY what my flowers would look like on my wedding day. They were gorgeous! The customer service was never lacking! My shipment was delayed by a day but the team was quick to respond to my nerves insuring me they would over night a replacement box if needed. We highly recommend!
Lindsay D., a year ago
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The Faux Bouquets 

5.0

  • Starts at $175
  • Serves Swampscott, MA

Believe it or not, we often have people ask if our pictures throughout our website are showing a mix of fresh and faux and…no they aren’t! Although fresh florals are pretty, we are totally in love with poser-blooms all the way here and that’s what we design 100% of our orders with.

Awarded Best of Zola
I recently had the pleasure of working with The Faux Bouquets for my wedding and couldn't be happier with their service. Their communication through email was great - they were fast, reliable, and very helpful in answering all of my questions. The faux flowers they provided looked and photographed just as if they were real, and the final product was stunning. I would highly recommend The Faux Bouquets to any couple looking for beautiful, high-quality floral arrangements for their wedding.
LaShawn Garay R., a year ago
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Whaling City Florist (11-Time Award Winning) 

5.0

  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Swampscott, MA

Established in 2019; Whaling City Florist offers florals for all occasions, modern and imaginative. With a wide variety and styles and designs, we are sure to accommodate you on your special day! We offer event floral package’s as well as individual items a la carte with no minimums.

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Whaling City Florist was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From the moment we met with Jillian, on a previous funeral floral, we were struck by her generous, kind, and sympathetic communication. She took the time to truly understand our vision and budget, and was able to create a floral design that was not only visually stunning, but also incredibly affordable. The bridal bouquet and memorial flowers were true works of art - creative, vibrant, and perfectly complemented the overall aesthetic of our special day. Jillian's expertise and passion for her craft shows through in every detail, and we are so grateful to have found such a phenomenal florist to be a part of our wedding. I highly recommend Whaling City Florist to any one looking for exceptional quality and value.
Merry, 4 months ago
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Little Blooms 

5.0

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

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

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Danielle was an absolute pleasure to work with! She took our very rough ideas and transformed them into the most gorgeous arrangements that added bright colors and textures to our day. Throughout the process, Danielle was a professional and timely communicator, worked within our budget, and was flexible with changing/adding items to our floral plan as our wedding vision solidified. We’re very happy we chose her!
Serena L., a year ago
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Gloria’s Blooms 

5.0

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

Gloria’s Blooms is based in Boston, Massachusetts. We offer full service bespoke wedding floral designs that include bouquets, boutonnieres, corsages, ceremony, reception installations and anything else you could think of! Please contact us for more information, availability and pricing. Our mission is finding the absolutely most beautiful flowers to make your vision and day come to life, and become even more beautiful! We service all over Massachusetts and New England.

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Kylie is incredible! She made our vision come to life with the most beautiful floral arrangements, and her attention to detail is impeccable. Kylie was very easy to work with and presented many ideas on our initial consultation when I was unsure of things. She went above and beyond our expectations and we can’t stop talking about how beautiful our arrangements were! Thank you!!
Courtney C., a year ago
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Prose Florals 

5.0

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

Known for our modern-romantic style, relaxed approach, and iconic silhouettes, our Boston-based studio sits at the cross-section of artfully curated flair and the kind of expertly-designed floral pieces you'll be proud to have in your wedding albums forever. We believe great stories transcend mediums, classic style is eternal, and Playa Banca roses never go out of style.

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From the moment I first spoke with Sierra at Prose Florals, I knew we were in good hands. Her prompt communication, friendly demeanor, and creative vision immediately put us at ease. On the day of our wedding, the Prose team executed our floral vision flawlessly, creating a truly stunning and dreamy atmosphere. The bouquets, centerpieces, and ceremony arrangements were nothing short of impressive - they were the perfect blend of elegance and inspiration. Sierra was so incredibly kind and passionate throughout the entire process, and we are forever grateful for the role she played in making our special day so magical. We cannot recommend Prose Florals enough!
Anya W., a year ago
Midsummer Flowers 

5.0

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

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

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Tracy/Midsummer Flowers was an absolute pleasure to work with for my wedding. Tracy was friendly, knowledgeable, and incredibly helpful in guiding us through the floral process. The arrangements she created were absolutely beautiful, with colors that perfectly matched my wedding palette. Tracy went above and beyond, making thoughtful suggestions that elevated the look and feel of our special day. The end result was an impressive and thoughtful display that received so many compliments from our guests. We are so grateful to have found Tracy for helping make our wedding day truly special.
Em, 10 days ago
Nectar & Vessel 

5.0

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

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

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

5.0

  • Serves Swampscott, MA

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

Absolutely stunning work by Bupp Woodworks and are so happy with everything from our order. Drop off was coordinated seamlessly with a family member post wedding in April and we received our pieces right before Christmas! With our florals we ordered a 7 inch arch, letter M, ring holder, jewelry dish, Christmas ornaments and necklaces. Everything turned out beautifully and we are so happy our wedding florals have been preserved. Communication was seamless and it was so exciting to see sneak peeks throughout the process.
Caitlin, 2 months ago
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Bloom Culture: Do-it-yourself Wedding Flowers 

4.9

  • Starts at $350
  • Serves Swampscott, MA

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

Awarded Best of Zola
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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Fern & Fable 

5.0

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

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

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We were lucky enough to be matched with Sara through Poppy's online services. Sara was not only wonderfully communicative, but her work is truly extraordinary. I gave her the difficult task of matching our florals to my veil (which was colored). She did it so seamlessly, I was honestly brought to tears when I arrived at the venue & saw it all lined up for the first time. She went above & beyond contributing to the magic of our day & we can't thank her enough!! We appreciate your work so much!! Lucky for us, we're working on getting a 'forever piece' from her since she does flower pressing as well!
Katie D., a year ago
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Elegant Floral Creations by Amy 

5.0

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

Elegant Floral Creations specializes in Weddings and Events. Our floral mission is to become one with our client's vision and turn it into reality. From Intimate Romantic Elegance to Grand Luxurious weddings, we do it all! Our team is professional and punctual, we show up ready and enthusiastic to design the wedding of your dreams. Elegant Floral Creations offers a luxury experience from start to finish with high end product and incredible customer service. We are located in the beautiful Hudson Valley, NY We do destination weddings and events too! Contact us today! We would love to hear from you.

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Flowers by Amy go beyond simple designs and arrangements, she is an artist with flowers as her medium. Amy did the flowers for our wedding and for every occasion we need beautiful decorations. Each time it’s a lovely surprise to see what she dreams up. I recommend her to all and know her creativity will make all occasions memorable.
Sam and P., 2 years ago
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Fairy Meadow Flowers 

5.0

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

My name is Isabelle, and I grow chemical free, regenerative flowers and herbs on 3/4 of an acre in Hamden, CT. I truly love working on these blooms from start to finish, and I hope to get to share some of the beauty with you on your special day. Come visit us at our storefront, too! We are located at 979 State Street in New Haven, Connecticut.

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Isabelle is so incredibly kind, knowledgeable, and patient; a true artist with their flowers :') I emailed Isabelle to ask about DIY floral arrangements for our June 2025 wedding. We had such a fun time thinking up ways to engage my partner and I's family and friends, and Isabelle came up with the idea for a flower arranging party in their beautiful shop. The day before our wedding, we had our family try their hand at floral design. They had so many questions (ie, "Am I doing this right?" "What kind of flower is THIS?!"), and Isabelle greeted them all with understanding and care. AND there was handmade herbal tea and strong air conditioning on a 95-degree day. It was an experience I will never forget; thank you, Isabelle & the folks who make Fairy Meadow Flowers so special! :') Photo credit: Ken Yotsukura (& family/friends)
Surrey H., 8 months ago
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Afterall Floral Design 

5.0

  • Starts at $60,000
  • Serves Swampscott, MA
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Afterall is a floral studio led by lifelong friends & design duo, Demelza and Angela. We believe that flowers have the power to transform life's celebrations into breathtaking memories by connecting them to a place, a season, and a story. We offer both full service wedding flowers and a la carte wedding flowers. No need to inquire about a la carte wedding flowers, just check out our online store for pricing and images.

We had the most incredible experience with Demelza and Angela! They created the dreamiest ceremony and reception spaces for our wedding and even incorporated personal touches into my bouquet. I loved it and our guests did too! It was truly magical. They were also really easy to work with and explained at the beginning how many meetings to expect and when, and also welcomed questions in the interim. Their clear process made planning so much easier on our end!
Megan D., 2 years ago
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CeBola Design 

5.0

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

Hi there! I'm Erica, the owner and founder of CeBola Design. Originally from Brazil, I hold a bachelor's degree in graphic design. While I spent many years honing my illustrator and graphic designer skills, my love for nature and flowers eventually took over. I am dedicated to staying up-to-date with the latest techniques and trends in flower arrangements to ensure that we create innovative and stunning arrangements for you.

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From the moment we first contacted CeBola Design, her communication was quick, clear, and consistent. The floral arrangements she created for our wedding were truly jaw-dropping - the quality and beauty of their work was exceptional. They tied all the elements of our day together perfectly, executing our vision flawlessly. In fact, our guests were so impressed with the flowers that everyone was taking photos of them and asking if they could take some home afterwards! We are so grateful to CeBola Design for making our special day even more beautiful than we could have imagined.
Beau D., a year ago
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Honey Flora 

5.0

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

Honey Flora is a Burlington-based wedding floral design studio with a mission to redefine floral design through creativity, sustainability, and community. We focus on creating luxury, modern wedding flowers with locally and seasonally available flowers.

We had the absolute pleasure of working with Maya for our wedding in September 2024, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience! From the very beginning, she was incredibly accommodating, always making time for meetings whenever we needed to discuss details or get her expert input. She took the time to really understand our vision and brought it to life in the most beautiful way. The flowers on our big day were absolutely stunning—everything was exactly as we had imagined, if not better! Not only was her work top-notch, but she was also such a kind and lovely person to work with. It’s clear she’s passionate about what she does, and her warmth and attention to detail made the whole experience even more special. We would wholeheartedly recommend Maya to anyone looking for a talented, professional, and genuinely wonderful florist. She made our wedding floral dreams come true, and we’re so grateful for her work!
Courtney P., a year ago
BLACK BEAUTY EVENTS 

5.0

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

Discover opulent decor and exquisite floral design. As a boutique wedding & event floral company, We curate breathtaking experiences embodying elegance, sophistication, and timeless beauty. With meticulous attention to detail, We bring creativity, expertise, and impeccable style to every occasion. Let's create an enchanting event for you that captivates and leaves a lasting impression. 🌸✨

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Black Beauty Events provided excellent and clear communication throughout the event planning process. They delivered a high level of execution, producing a classic and professional experience at our event. We highly appreciated their expertise and attention to detail, which made our event seamless and memorable. Thank you, Black Beauty Events, for your outstanding service.
Peter K., a year ago
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Susanne's Weddings Floral Design Studio 

5.0

  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Swampscott, MA

Obsessed with Weddings Since 1996 - At Susanne's Weddings, weddings aren’t just part of what we do—they’re everything. Since 1996, we’ve been a boutique floral design studio devoted entirely to weddings. Our team of talented, experienced designers is passionate about transforming your vision into unforgettable floral artistry. We love flowers, colors, textures, and most of all, love stories. Everything we create is fully customized just for you. From your color palette and theme to your unique style and budget, every bloom is chosen with intention to reflect your one-of-a-kind celebration.

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With just my Pinterest moodboard and one short in person meeting, Susanne’s nailed what I wanted for my florals. Not to mention, the pricing was extremely fair and they even put in the extra effort to reuse lanterns from my ceremony for the reception, and set them up for us. On the day, they were on time and everything looked as we had discussed. I am so obsessed with my flowers that I am currently in the process of drying them so I can keep them forever. Absolutely beautiful work! Thank you!
Katie A., 5 months ago
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FLORIA Design Studio 

5.0

  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Swampscott, MA

I’m Kya, the florist and creative mind behind FLORIA Design Studio, a Boston-based floral practice where artistry meets intention. With over three years of experience, I craft floral designs that are sculptural, emotive, and deeply personal. Each arrangement is guided by your story and the natural rhythm of the season, resulting in florals that feel timeless, expressive, and uniquely yours.

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I wasn’t entirely sure what I wanted in terms of florals for my baby shower, so I gave full creative freedom and I couldn’t be happier with the result! The arrangement was absolutely stunning, and it lasted for days after the event. I can’t wait to work with Floria again!
Bnickole, a year ago