Florists Directory
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Studio Sweet Pea
1140 Broadway, nr. 27th St., Ste. 901; 212-684-6333; studiosweetpea.comEdgy and bold, Lisa Fireman Dorhout uses diverse textures and isn’t afraid to mix colors. Her designs are sophisticated but notably streamlined and clean, and she frequently uses short, glass cylinders for vases. Bouquets from $150; centerpieces from $250.
Surroundings Flowers + Events
224 W. 79th St., nr. Broadway; 800-567-7007; surroundingsflowers.comThis family-run business specializes in an English-garden nosegay style, meaning classic, compact arrangements without fillers like mums and baby’s breath. For DIY-inclined brides, the company’s “Surroundings Flowers: Wholesale Market” shops, also in Manhattan, offer their growers’ flowers at wholesale prices. Bouquets from $150; centerpieces from $125.
Takashimaya Floral Boutique
693 Fifth Ave., nr. 54th St., sixth fl.; 212-350-0111Brides come here for compact, monochromatic and unusually beautiful arrangements. Bouquets are often nosegay style, with blooms grouped tightly together with greenery. Signature decorations include a glass vase wrapped in cecropia leaves and bound with raffia. Bouquets run $150 to $300; centerpieces for small weddings start at $150.
Tansey Design Associates
155 W. 29th St., nr. Seventh Ave.; 212-594-2287Bill Tansey’s high-end, refined work is a mainstay of major benefits—including the American Ballet Theatre, the Winter Antiques Show, and opening night at the Metropolitan Opera—which gives an idea of the scale to which he’s grown accustomed. Prices upon request.
Van Wyck & Van Wyck
224 W. 30th St., nr. Seventh Ave., thirteenth fl.; 212-675-8601; vanwyck.netAfter earning a reputation for hosting outrageous parties as an undergraduate at Yale, Bronson Van Wyck organized diplomatic receptions in Paris before getting his break throwing parties for the Clintons in his native Arkansas. Now in business with his mother, Mary Lynn, and sister, Mimi, Van Wyck has built a loyal following among both political parties, as well as New York’s high-fashion and young society crowds. Prices upon request.
VSF (Very Special Flowers)
204 W. 10th St., nr. Bleecker St.; 212-206-7236; vsfnyc.comWith 25 years of business under its belt, this charming shop specializes in English country garden style (tight arrangements of European garden blooms). Sarah Jessica Parker sought out VSF to create the bridesmaid bouquets in the Sex and the City movie. Bouquets from $200; centerpieces start at $250.
Wolfgang Design
227 W. 29th St., nr. Eighth Ave.; 212-279-9066; wolfgangdesignny.comFor a wedding at the Plaza, German-born, ¬Paris-educated Wolfgang Thom designed a twelve-foot ¬chuppa from 7,000 white orchids and placed a six-foot-tall centerpiece on each table. Thom provides all services necessary for décor, including flowers, lighting, and furniture rental. For his high-end services, prices vary based on customers’ requests, with a simple bridal bouquet starting around $250.
Zezé
938 First Ave., at 52nd St.; 212-753-7767; zezeflowers.comZezé uses a variety of brilliantly-colored flowers to create arrangements—currently favoring pairs like orange and hot pink as well as lots of gold. Flowers are the focus; the vases are simple glass. Centerpieces start at $200; bouquets at $250.
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