I had a bride email me last night regarding her consultation for next week that's been scheduled for 2 weeks. Her budget is only $2,500 & if I don't think I can fulfill her vision, then maybe we shouldn't meet. I asked what does your vision consist of...and it was lots of expensive flowers everywhere. I couldn't even touch it for less than $3,500. I asked if she had other quotes for that price & she said they were "close." I told her shed should take it. I have had a few brides recently saying they're going to try and do their own centerpieces. I told them to at least do a practice run before the wedding. Thanks for the post.