The best Professional Wedding Consultation and Elegant Flowers for December Weddings are both available at Allen’s Flowers

Bridal Bouquets, Ceremony Flowers, Reception Flowers December has become a popular month for many Brides and Grooms across the country to have their wedding. They have come to the realization that there are a variety of positive benefits that make December weddings very beneficial. The professional and highly talented wedding consultants at Allen's Flowers are tops in the industry. We have a stellar track record with helping our clients plan and execute their dream wedding. While winter weddings are not as popular as other seasons like summer (June and August very popular) for example, people do opt for a winter wedding for the various benefits. It is easier to book vendors in the Winter. You will have more control over the weather as Winter weddings are typically indoor. Whereas outdoor summer weddings can be rained on. Winter weddings are usually less expensive thus saving you thousands. Winter weddings can be more convenient for guests as it may relieve the stress of choosing between numerous summer wedding invitations. Winter weddings are many times more memorable due to the holidays. In addition, December is one of the best winter months to plan a wedding as you have the Christmas Holiday to help create an atmosphere of winter splendor. The decorations around the alter can be Christmas Trees and Poinsettias plus the food and décor can be holiday festive. There is so much added excitement and winter splendor with a December wedding! There are some considerations to keep in mind with a December wedding. In most parts of the country, it will most likely be very cold outside. You will need to think about how long outdoor pictures may take so that the wedding party and photographers and others are able to contend with [...]

Decorating and Gifting with Poinsettias This Holiday

Today is Poinsettia Day, which is the perfect day to order your poinsettia plants for the interior or exterior décor for your home or office or as festive gifts for special people in your life, including friends, family, clients, and service people. The poinsettia plant – with red, white, marbled or pink blooms – is the symbol of Christmas and signifies a special season of giving thanks and celebrating. These are long-lasting plants that can even continue spreading joy long after Christmas has passed. You just need to water them regularly, give them sunshine, and keep them away from cold or warm drafts. We have a selection of poinsettia plants in different sizes and styles to match your budget and decorating or gifting plans. Our poinsettia plants include a Christmas Red Poinsettia that comes in a premium keepsake container like this one decorated with reindeer or you can opt for a basket. Christmas Fascinator offers a red poinsettia in a fun ceramic container. Our Christmas Double Red Poinsettia comes in a natural basket that has been wrapped with a red ribbon. Of course, we also have other poinsettia colors to choose from as well. Besides getting your poinsettia plants, we have some other beautiful ways to decorate for the holidays: California Evergreen is a hardy evergreen plant that comes in a white ceramic container. Allen’s Holiday Wreath Standard is a stunning noble fir wreath that has juniper branches, berry sprays, and pinecones along with a festive red velvet bow. Holiday Berries is a stunning display of red premium holiday berries in a tall vase. Holiday Traditions includes winter greenery, artichokes, carnations, orchids, pinecones and more in a burgundy chalice container. We have many special promotions and deals over the holidays so [...]

2016-12-12T18:51:54+00:00December 12th, 2016|Categories: Christmas Flowers, Christmas party planning San Diego|Tags: , , , , |Comments Off on Decorating and Gifting with Poinsettias This Holiday

Holiday Decorating for Home and Corporate Events

With the holiday season in full swing, it’s time to plan for all your holiday events at home and with your company. This includes parties for Hanukkah and Christmas where there will be plenty of need for holiday cheer in the form of flowers and other natural décor. This is where our San Diego flower shops come into the picture. We have a special team of floral designers and event planners that can make your holiday event that much more beautiful. For corporate events, Michelle Frost is available to help you create a magical and memorable holiday party. You can reach her at 619-233-7673 or by email at msfronst@allensflowers.com. Now, for your own home or office, we also offer plenty of holiday cheer in the form of flower arrangements, floral centerpieces, wreaths, garlands, and more. Here are some of the beautiful options we have for Hanukkah and Christmas: Winter Blues offers blue hydrangea that surrounds white spray roses that are accented with greenery and seeded eucalyptus all arranged in a silver container. Pacific Winter includes blue hydrangea, ivory roses, white tulips, amaryllis and peonies for a truly stunning floral display for Hanukkah. Holiday Spice has hydrangea, cymbidium orchids, and red roses with seasonal accents. Holiday Cheer contains red flowers, greenery, and golden holiday berries and is presented in a gold container. Candlelight Christmas has red amaryllis, roses, and spray roses arranged with golden pinecones, holiday greenery, and pomegranate hued pillar candles for a breathtaking centerpiece for your Christmas table. The Winter Gathering Centerpiece showcases branches, greenery, accents, red roses, and holiday berries for a beautiful and unique centerpiece for your holiday gathering. You can order these and create your own custom holiday flower arrangements. Holiday orders and promotions are available now [...]

2016-12-05T20:58:49+00:00December 5th, 2016|Categories: Christmas party planning San Diego|Tags: , , , |Comments Off on Holiday Decorating for Home and Corporate Events

Holiday Party Decorating Services

Our events team is already working hard on numerous holiday parties throughout San Diego, including corporate events, office holiday parties, and personal Christmas socials. They are ready to help you create a magical winter wonderland, country display, or elegant black tie décor for whatever you have planned. Whether it’s decorative Christmas trees, garlands, wreaths, swags or centerpieces, consider us your source for holiday décor: Allen’s Elegant Holiday Centerpiece contains natural white kale, holiday greenery, and red roses. A Christmas Tradition Centerpiece has a red taper candle and ribbon surrounded by holiday greenery like pinecones as well as gold ornaments, mini carnations, and red carnations. The Royal Christmas Centerpiece has three gold taper candles, cream roses and spray roses, white alstromeria, gold ornaments, mesh ribbon, pinecones and Christmas greenery. Stars in the Night has red roses and spray roses, berry sprays, carnations, pinecones and other greenery. The Christmas Elegance Centerpiece has scented greenery, red and white flowers, three taper candles and holiday ornaments. Allen’s Celebration features red carnations, winter greenery, a pillar candle, ornaments and a red taffeta ribbon. Candlelight Christmas contains red amaryllis, roses, spray roses, golden pinecones and holiday greenery along with two pomegranate colored pillar candles. We recommend ordering as soon as possible, including any plans for New Year’s, so we can ensure variety and date.

2015-12-21T22:47:07+00:00December 21st, 2015|Categories: Christmas Party, Christmas party planning San Diego|Tags: , , , |Comments Off on Holiday Party Decorating Services

Planning for Holiday Parties

Planning for holiday parties and events take a lot of time and attention to ensure that all the details are addressed and you have the right mix of festive decorations to match your party theme and budget. Whether you are hosting a Christmas party in your home or office or you are renting out a venue space, here are some holiday floral ideas to create a magical and memorable look. Here are some things to remember when creating the décor for your holiday party: It makes sense to color co-ordinate and match the color scheme of your décor and the interior design style. If it’s modern and sophisticated, also create floral designs that fit this look. Add flowers throughout the home or office, including a wreath to welcome visitors as well as garlands for the stairs, mantels, and doorframes. Christmas centerpieces and holiday flower arrangements can be added to tables throughout the home, such as the foyer, dining room, living room and family room. The centerpieces are also good for buffet tables as well as event tables. If you plan on hosting the party in outside areas as well, such as a balcony, deck, or patio, don’t forget to carry the décor through to the outdoors. You can use miniature Christmas trees and centerpieces as well. Poinsettia plants are always a great way to decorate for a party whether you arrange them indoors or outdoors. We have a wide selection of fresh red and white poinsettia plants available. If you are not sure how to approach decorating, you can turn to our incredible floral design and floral event teams at our three San Diego flower shop locations. All you need to do is request an appointment with our consultants today and [...]

Plan a Holiday Party with Allen’s Flowers and Plants

This is the time of year for lots of parties and events to celebrate Christmas with colleagues and clients as well as with friends and family. From corporate Christmas parties to ugly Christmas sweater parties with friends, there is a lot of festivities going on that makes for a very merry few weeks. However, if you are in charge of Christmas party planning, you may be in midst panic right now, trying to figure out how to pull off a fun Christmas party. We’re here to help make sure your Christmas party planning is easy, fun, and affordable. Here are some tips and information on our party planning services. Holiday Party Planning Tips Here are some things to think about when planning the perfect party for Christmas that will keep you organized, on budget, and on schedule: Have you picked a date and location? This is an important starting point and may depend on work and life schedules as well as event location availability and costs. If you are renting a venue, it will be more affordable and likely available if you plan a few weeks before or after Christmas. Be flexible! Have you decided on a theme? Decide if you are doing formal or casual as well as what type of decorations you would need to pull off that theme. It is better to keep it as simple as possible to minimize cost and the hassle of trying to find the right decorations. Have you created invitations? Despite being the digital age, it is still important to send a formal invitation whether by snail mail, email, or e-vite system. You need to get RSVPs so you can have the proper count to know how much food to provide. What kind [...]

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