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ELABORATE AND COSTLY WEDDING AND EVENT DESIGNS ON MINIMAL BUDGETS

My new book, Preston Bailey Flowers, arrives in bookstores at the end of the month. This is my fifth book, and, as most of you know, all of my books celebrate the events and weddings I’ve been fortunate enough to design. I’m always incredibly honored when someone tells me that my books inspire them, because [...]

Posted in blog, Uncategorized | Tagged event planning, floral design, florist, flowers, high-end designs, inspiration, low budget, minimal budget, new book, Preston Bailey, Preston Bailey Flowers, Preston Bailey's book, Preston's blog, vendors, wedding flowers, wedding planning | 10 Comments

MY TOP 5 MOST DIFFICULT WEDDING FLOWER REQUESTS

(Image via konaboy) The bottom line is that our clients are our bosses. But we’re also artists with our own unique sense of vision and expertise. So, how do we merge these two? It’s not easy. And it doesn’t matter whether you’re a florist, a wedding and event designer or a wedding planner: it’s a [...]

Posted in blog | Tagged birds of paradise, bouquets, bridal flowers, challenges, clients, design, difficult clients, difficulties, floral centerpieces, floral design, florist, flowers, gardenias, goldfish, orchids, phalaenopsis white orchids, Preston Bailey, Preston's blog, silk flowers, top five, top five most difficult wedding flower requests, wedding bouquets, wedding flowers | 15 Comments

MY FLORAL DESIGN COURSE: LIVING DREAMS

(Cho Phillips) I’m what you’d call a late bloomer. When I was 32 years old, I was completely lost (not to mention hungry!). But then a friend gave me some advice. At first, I thought his idea was total craziness. What did he tell me? My good friend Vicente Wolf told me that I [...]

Posted in blog, Uncategorized | Tagged Advice, beginners, class, course, design, floral design, floral design course, floral design video, flower market, flowers, friend, friends, friendship, introduction, new project | 28 Comments

WEDDING PLANNING: WHICH VENDOR SHOULD A BRIDE CALL FIRST?

(Image via fiktura) A common mistake I see many vendors make is thinking that when a bride begins to plan her wedding, she should always call them first, no matter what their speciality. But does this really make the most sense? When Ivanka Trump got engaged, I was one of the first people she called. [...]

Posted in blog, Uncategorized | Tagged bride, brides, budget, call, common mistake, designer, DJ, engaged, event, excited, florist, flowers, ivanka trump, letterpress invitation designer, New York City, planner, Planning, pricing, vendors, venues, wedding planning | 19 Comments

WEDDING GUESTS: HOW TO DEAL WITH DIFFICULT PEOPLE

(Image via Positivityworks) “Your most unhappy customers are your greatest source of learning.” – Bill Gates I couldn’t agree more with Mr. Gates on this one. On Monday I shared a story about a happy bride and her very unhappy maid-of-honor who seemed intent on making my job more difficult. My first instinct was to give the [...]

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HOW TO HANDLE RUDE WEDDING GUESTS

(Image via ymydew) I believe in graciousness and being polite even when others are not, and I come from the school of thought that the client is always right. However, I’m not so sure the same always applies to rude guests, and, sometimes, it takes all of my self-control not to tell a guest to [...]

Posted in blog | Tagged design, flawless service, floral arrangements, flowers, maid of honor, New York Wedding, prepared to fix it, Rude wedding guests, shrug it off, Spring, tactics, wedding, Wedding Guests, wedding reception | 21 Comments

Dear Preston: Where Do I Start When Planning a Wedding?

(Image via thimbleanna) Dear Preston, My daughter’s getting married, and I’m excited for her, but I’m also feeling overwhelmed. When I got married (many years ago), my mom planned my entire wedding, and I’d like to help my daughter plan her wedding. But I don’t know where to start. Do we need both a planner [...]

Posted in blog | Tagged bridesmaid dress, budget, business, ceremony, client, confused mom, dance floor, daughter, Dear Preston, decor, designer, draping, engagement, event designer, floral centerpiece, florals, florists, flowers, food display, getting married, industry, invitations, lighting, mom, napkins, planner, reception, schedule, tablecloth, tabletop accessories, vendors, venue, wedding, wedding and event firms, wedding and event planning industry, wedding dress, wedding planner, wedding planning | 8 Comments

HOW TO DESIGN BIG ON A SMALL BUDGET

I can’t tell you the number of times a designer has said to me, “Preston, if I had the budgets that you have, I’d also be able to create great designs.” Every time I hear that, I want to scream. Folks, there’s no question that I can really let my imagination fly when I have [...]

Posted in blog, Uncategorized | Tagged big budget, boring, budget, budget decorating tips, candle centerpiece, candles, clients, create, creating a mood, designer, dramatic entrance, edible centerpiece, event, exciting designs, floral centerpiece, flowers, fruit, fruit centerpiece, great designs, guest, impact, money, mood, more is better, napkin, Preston Bailey, rose bowl arrangements, simple design, simple elements, spending money, strategy, votive candles, wedding, wedding and event planning industry | 6 Comments

HOW MUCH DO WEDDINGS AND EVENTS COST?

(Image via Alaska-in-Pictures) I suspect that most of us don’t really know our area’s going rate for wedding and event planning services. So it’s little wonder that we’re constantly anxious about whether we’re overcharging or undercharging. Often it feels like one big guessing game! Today I want to try and change that, at least a [...]

Posted in blog | Tagged beverage, clients, event, flowers, Food, invitations, New York City, overcharging, Planning, price, reception, servers, services, undercharging, wedding, wedding bouquet, wedding cake | 21 Comments

DEAR PRESTON: WAS THE ROYAL WEDDING’S DECOR A BORE?

(Image via JORNAL BRASILEIROS) Dear Preston, The Royal Wedding was very beautiful and romantic, and I loved watching it. They were clearly going for an elegant look, but I thought the decor was a little boring. What did you think? Sincerely, Underwhelmed Dear Underwhelmed, Yes, the Royal Wedding was very romantic! Even more importantly, Prince [...]

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BIG EVENTS: HOW TO PREVENT LAST MINUTE DISASTERS (PART 2)

(Image via swashpress) This morning I talked about how to avoid disasters when it comes to flowers and floral decor. Now, I’m touching on all other aspects of the event, so read on! Invitations: 1. I have great empathy for the stationer who has to write and mail an event’s invitations. It’s very difficult [...]

Posted in blog | Tagged chairs, client, condition, crisis situation, design, disasters, drape, events, exposed cables, florist, flowers, guest, imperfection, ink, ink color, invitations, lighting designer, poles, Preston Bailey, readable, rent, rental company, stationer, table, tablecloths, wedding | 3 Comments

COMMON MISTAKES: RELYING ON DISCOUNTS

(Image via pebble creek partners) I love a good sale as much as the next person. In fact, I usually wait until the end of the season to buy my favorite designers. And now, with the economy being what it is, I’m seeing more and more businesses in the wedding and event industry also offering [...]

Posted in blog, Uncategorized | Tagged business, clients, competition, designs, discount, economy, events, expensive, flowers, Food, lighting, money, planner, profit, reputation, vendors, wedding | 12 Comments

HOW TO AVOID RUNNING A CASH POOR BUSINESS

(Image via dreamglowpumpkincat210) As I promised on Monday, here are a few ways to avoid running a cash poor business. Although, truly, it can be boiled down quite simply: Try never to spend money on a job that is not yet yours. Even after you’ve been hired, try never to install the job until [...]

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DEAR PRESTON: HOW DO YOU LIVE WITH YOURSELF?

(Image via cbanck) Dear Preston, How do you live with yourself? I’ve been following you and your work for quite awhile, and what you do is over the top. It’s empty and soulless. Your clients are rich and insecure and have a desperate need to show off. How do you live with yourself knowing that [...]

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Preston Bailey Tulips & Pansies Flowers Floral

VILLAGECARE’S TULIPS & PANSIES: THE HEADDRESS AFFAIR

What a night! Yesterday evening my team and I had the privilege of once again participating in the annual Tulips & Pansies fundraiser for VillageCare, a wonderful nonprofit organization serving older adults, people living with HIV/AIDS and those in need of medical and rehabilitation services. The annual benefit includes a silent auction as well as [...]

Posted in blog | Tagged Behind the Scenes, Best Of, business, centerpieces, design, floral designs, floral sculpture, flower arrangements, flower designs, flowers, inspiration, pretty flowers, Tulips & Pansies, VillageCare, wedding flowers, weddings | 12 Comments

THE SECRET FORMULA FOR CREATING A MEMORABLE WEDDING OR EVENT

(Image via becca.peterson26) No matter how carefully I plan and design my weddings and events, something always goes wrong. It’s inevitable. However, some things are very much IN your control. Here’s my list of the 10 things that can and should be perfect at every wedding and event: 1. Wedding and Event Invitations. On this, I [...]

Posted in blog | Tagged Advice, business, candles, celebrations, centerpieces, clients, design, design tips, Event Planner, floral sculpture, flower arrangements, flowers, Food, inspiration, learning lessons, planning the perfect wedding, wedding catering planning, wedding food planning, weddings | 19 Comments

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MY ROYAL WEDDING RECAP

(image via Iker Merodio) What a morning! Did you watch the Royal Wedding? I couldn’t resist! I had such fun on Twitter live tweeting with my fellow bloggers and tweeters! I must admit that with all the hype surrounding the Royal Wedding, I was afraid it might not live up to our expectations. Fortunately, I [...]

Posted in blog | Tagged alexander mcqueen royal wedding dress, celebrations, centerpieces, design, Fashion, floral sculpture, flowers, inspiration, kate middleton bouquet, kate middleton royal wedding dress, kate middleton wedding dress, Party, pippa middleton maid of honor dress, royal wedding, royal wedding bouquet, royal wedding centerpieces, royal wedding flowers, weddings | 38 Comments

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My Top Tips for Finding Inspiration

(Image via Cimexus) The weather here in New York appears to have finally turned a corner. It’s gorgeous outside. I love the warm weather and the way the city comes alive on nice days. Everyone lingers outdoors and there’s a festive, practically jubilant mood. But it can wreck havoc on your schedule: it’s almost impossible [...]

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Preston Bailey Wagner College Event Planning Design

A BEHIND THE SCENES TOUR OF MY STUDIO WITH WAGNER COLLEGE

Last week, a group of talented Wagner College students who are currently enrolled in my Signature Wedding and Event Design course visited me and my team at our New York City offices. I’m so inspired by other wedding and event designers, but especially those that are young and just starting out. Their perspective is fresh, [...]

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MY RECIPE FOR A MAGICAL EASTER CELEBRATION

Happy Easter! I love this holiday. When I was a child in Panama I always received a new suit for Easter; it was the one time each year that I got a brand new outfit. I wanted to look good, because all of the colorful church ladies wore extraordinary hats and outfits to our Baptist [...]

Posted in blog | Tagged celebrations, centerpieces, design, Easter decorations, Easter flowers, Easter menu, Easter Recipes, Easter table settings, eye candy, floral design, floral sculpture, flowers, Food, Holidays, inspiration, Looking Back, Party, Party Favors, personal, Planning | 10 Comments

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ELABORATE AND COSTLY WEDDING AND EVENT DESIGNS ON MINIMAL BUDGETS

MY TOP 5 MOST DIFFICULT WEDDING FLOWER REQUESTS

MY FLORAL DESIGN COURSE: LIVING DREAMS

WEDDING PLANNING: WHICH VENDOR SHOULD A BRIDE CALL FIRST?

WEDDING GUESTS: HOW TO DEAL WITH DIFFICULT PEOPLE

HOW TO HANDLE RUDE WEDDING GUESTS

Dear Preston: Where Do I Start When Planning a Wedding?

HOW TO DESIGN BIG ON A SMALL BUDGET

HOW MUCH DO WEDDINGS AND EVENTS COST?

DEAR PRESTON: WAS THE ROYAL WEDDING’S DECOR A BORE?

BIG EVENTS: HOW TO PREVENT LAST MINUTE DISASTERS (PART 2)

COMMON MISTAKES: RELYING ON DISCOUNTS

HOW TO AVOID RUNNING A CASH POOR BUSINESS

DEAR PRESTON: HOW DO YOU LIVE WITH YOURSELF?

VILLAGECARE’S TULIPS & PANSIES: THE HEADDRESS AFFAIR

THE SECRET FORMULA FOR CREATING A MEMORABLE WEDDING OR EVENT

MY ROYAL WEDDING RECAP

My Top Tips for Finding Inspiration

A BEHIND THE SCENES TOUR OF MY STUDIO WITH WAGNER COLLEGE

MY RECIPE FOR A MAGICAL EASTER CELEBRATION

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