Through bouquets, boutonnieres, and arrangements, whether your wedding vibe is dramatic and bold, or whimsical and delicate, the floral decor is going to play a big part. However, many couples don't immediately think about the massive role (and price) floral decor plays in the ambiance of their wedding. However, budget-conscious and eco-conscious brides may want to consider the benefits of silk wedding flowers over fresh.

If you're reading this article, you may be asking yourselves:

• Is there an eco-friendly alternative to fresh wedding flowers?
• Are faux or silk floral decorations right for my wedding? 
• How expensive are fresh vs. faux silk flowers? 
• How can you make silk flowers look more realistic? 

If you all follow my wedding planning company’s account at Verve Event Co., you all know I love beautiful floral arrangements. So I’m really excited for today’s conversation with Amanda and Meghan from the Silk Stem Collective on what the process and benefits are of renting silk wedding flowers and arrangements for a wedding. 

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 Today we’re getting the inside scoop on fresh versus faux or silk wedding flowers. While many couples automatically turn to using fresh flowers for their wedding, renting silk flowers can be beneficial for both your budget and the environment.  Plus, they will still look phenomenal at your wedding. 

About Megan and Amanda 

Silk Stem Collective is an award-winning faux flower boutique that specializes in hyper-realistic silk flower arrangements for weddings. In 2019, co-founders and sisters Amanda and Meghan launched Silk Stem when trying to plan Megan’s wedding. After searching high and low for floral options, it seemed there was no good balance between cost, ease, and beauty. So, they started a company with a focus on quality, realism, and beauty in the Silk Stem Collective. Their company is dedicated to creating picture-perfect florals for a fraction of the cost of fresh.

HIGHLIGHTS FOR EPISODE 51: Fresh vs. Silk Wedding Flowers 

Here's a summary of our interview:

• Meet Megan and Amanda of Silk Stem Collective  [7:30]
• How do you create realistic silk flower arrangements and decorations? [11:49]
• What's the rental process for silk flowers for a wedding? [13:47] 
• What's the environmental impact of fresh vs. faux or silk flowers? [17:00]
• How do you match the flowers to a couple's wedding color palette? [20:57]
• Where can couples buy silk flowers? [23:41]
• What factors make silk wedding flowers look realistic? [30:20]
• What moments give you the most joy and are the most meaningful to you? [40:22]

Links Mentioned in the Episode: Fresh vs. Faux Florals

• Silk Stem Collective
• Wedding Vendor Email Templates and Interview Questions Guide

Connect with Silk Stem Collective

• Instagram: @silkstemcollective
• Online: www.silkstemcollective.com
• Facebook: @silkstemcollective.        

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