We live in an age of online everything – no matter what we need and what we are looking for, it seems “there is an app for that.”. And while mobile applications and online planners have made our lives easier in so many ways, there are some situations that the import of the occasion still deserves a face-to-face relationship and a meaningful discussion. At Walter Knoll Florists, we believe your wedding is one of those times.

Your wedding is one of the most special days of your life, and your wedding flowers are one of the most visible and admired elements of the day. Truth be told, your flowers go a long way to setting the ambiance and atmosphere of your entire event; from the petals in flower girls basket to the altar flowers; from your bouquets to the centerpieces at your reception. You’ve been dreaming of this day for a long time, and your floral arrangements play a critical role in setting the mood.

The wedding planners and designers at Walter Knoll Florist know one thing for sure – nothing can take the place of talking to a professional face-to-face. Armed with photos from Pinterest and bridal websites, brides know the look they are going for- however it is difficult to price shop a florist by sending a list of your desires. The reason is simple. The flowers that you are set on may not be in season in Saint Louis on the day of the wedding, making them too costly to obtain. We also understand how important it is to maintain your budget while still achieving your vision of the perfect day. This is where the expert floral designers at Walter Knoll come in – our expert knowledge base allows us to make suggestions based on your desires; perhaps your flowers won’t do well in the heat, or maybe the designer knows of a more cost effective bloom that is just as lovely. The value of discussing flower needs with a floral professional will allow you to see and compare real flowers, not just photographs. You can try different floral combinations, and the designer can show you artistic and creative ways that are beautifully one of a kind! You may even walk out with a sample bouquet to show to your friends and family – all a part of our personalized service.

So when it is time to order wedding flowers, don’t just price-shop. This day is too important for that. Trust the designers at Walter Knoll Florist to create the perfect florals at the perfect price – don’t worry, we’ll do it together.

Times change trends change and culture changes. But what never seems to change is the bond between a mother and daughter. As a bride-to-be heads for her wedding day, there are hundreds of details that need to be addressed – usually too many for even the best multitasking organizer among us. For many couples, the natural person to help ease the stress is Mom. After all, she has been by your side through your entire life.

Mothers need to breathe deeply and accept that although they will want to jump in and do everything, it will be up to the bride to decide the level of involvement. There are many traditional roles that the mother-of-the-bride would customarily fill, but an honest talk with the bride will help to set expectations and set you all up for success.

What are the activities that Mom can take on to help out her daughter?

Discuss the budget with the couple before anything else. This will set the limits on venues, guests and extras. If planning to pay for all or part of the wedding, that number should be clear and definite.

Go dress shopping with the bride; provide support and feedback, but refrain from being too combative if you don’t agree on the “perfect dress.” Remember it is her special day.

Research family traditions and heirlooms on both sides; this will help the bride especially if she wants to employ “something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue.”

Help to compile the guest list by whittling down to necessary numbers, and coordinate with the groom’s family to do the same. Mom can also send out the invitations and manage the responses.

Keep open communication with vendors such as caterers, photographers, and Walter Knoll Florist to finalize details and relay messages to the couple.

When planning a St. Louis area wedding, hundreds of couples have trusted Walter Knoll Florists to provide the bouquets, centerpieces and altar flowers you’ll need to make your day amazing. Give us a call today to get the planning started – and don’t forget to bring Mom!

Weddings are known to be one of the most memorable occasions of someone’s life. From the method of proposal, to the first kiss to the cutting of the cake – traditions and rituals permeate these ceremonies; and many of our standard traditions actually have quite interesting origins.

Wedding showers were first celebrated as not much of a celebration at all. When the bride was marrying outside of her parent’s approval, the father would often refuse to pay the customary dowry. (A dowry being money or property transferred from the father of the bride to the couple on their wedding day.) This dowry was meant to give them a good start to their life together. So when the marriage was not given her parents blessing – and the dowry withheld – the bride’s friends would “shower” her with money and gifts, to replace the dowry.

While white is thought to be the color of maidenhood, and thus appropriate to wear on one’s wedding day, the tradition of wearing white actually began under different circumstances. Until the 16^th century, brides wore their very best dress to be married in, regardless of color. Members of royal families wore silver; that is until Queen Victoria decided to go against royal tradition and wear white. The color caught on, and eventually became the most popular color to wear on a wedding day. Incidentally, a few traditions do remain from early history – it is still considered gauche to wear the same color as the bride – whether white or another color – as she is meant to stand out.

Of course, although we value traditions, we also love to make our ceremonies our own! Whether you are looking to have a classic white wedding in a church, or a country wedding in a barn – the possibilities are endless. Walter Knoll Florists has helped couples create stunning floral ambiance in hundreds of St. Louis weddings – and we have the ideas, inspiration and creativity to help you plan yours. From bridal bouquets to floral arrangements at the venue, from traditional to modern – we are your source for a wedding that will be remembered forever as a piece of your history together. ,

Many couples dream of a summertime wedding. The beautiful weather allows for outdoor events, the scenery is magnificent; and more friends and family are likely to travel in those months. Here at Walter Knoll Florist, we are excited to help you finalize your summer wedding plans and details so that your big day fulfills every expectation.

Showcased in weddings nationwide, the natural look arrangement is all the rage; wild flowers and bright blooms in a “fresh picked”, unkempt display. This beautiful trend gives a whimsical and creative take on the traditional look of pulled together, pristine bouquets. These bouquets also allow the incorporation of diverse species of complementary flowers, resulting in an eclectic yet classy arrangement. The flowers in this bouquet – roses and calla lilies – are also two of the flowers most resilient to hot weather. Keep them in water up until your ceremony, and you will likely not see any wilting during the wedding.

Expert Trick: Keep mason jars -or any other thematic container – full of water and handy to the wedding party. In any downtime between obligations, the flowers can be placed in water, allowing them to re-hydrate and stay fresh.

Keeping everyone cool is a major concern for couples planning an al fresco event . Give guests personalized paper fans, make ice cold drinks available throughout your location, and even consider having mist machines around the extreme perimeter of the celebration; not enough to get anyone too damp, but capable of delivering a cool breeze.

Choosing a florist that can make your vision come to life is as easy as a visit to Walter Knoll Florists. With years of experience and hundreds of Saint Louis wedding in our portfolio, we are the only source you will need for all of you wedding florals, from bouquets to centerpieces to alter flowers. Come visit us today – summer is right around the corner.

If you are one of the thousands of area couples planning for a 2016 wedding, we know it can seem a bit overwhelming. At Walter Knoll Florists, we love helping Saint Louis brides and grooms to choose all the floral bouquets and arrangements that will make their day special – and we will walk you through it, flower by flower.

Once you choose your venue and color scheme, come in and tell us your vision for the flowers and décor. Will your ceremony be formal, or rustic? Will the reception be black tie, or do you want your guests to relax and let loose? These types of questions will allow Walter Knoll to make recommendations as to varieties of flowers that will make your dream wedding come to life.

This year, one of the floral designs that is popular is the high centerpiece. This floral arrangement utilizes tall vases or containers to elevate the table bouquet off of the table; and often further utilizes long stalks of flowers and organic elements (such as twigs or grasses) to add to the height and stature of these arrangements. This trend is unique in that although the tall centerpiece is popular, within that category is a wide range of possibilities.

For instance, both of these weddings showcased tall centerpieces, and both evoked a vintage feeling from the past. But the similarities end there, as one wedding featured fun polka dot tablecloths and white lilies with black feathers; while the second was a rhapsody in blue, with a blue hydrangea and cohesive accents throughout.

Your wedding is your wedding, so although keeping up with the trends is fun, remember the choices are all yours! At Walter Knoll Florist, we will work with you to create bouquets and centerpieces that truly reflect your personality and style. Stop into one of our St, Louis flower shops today, and let’s discuss how the perfect arrangements will make your day uniquely personal.