Do I tip the florist?

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I did a search and most questions are about vendors in general.  I'm just wondering about the florist specifically.  Should I assume that the estimate I received is not including a gratuity, or are they expecting one?  It's a relatively small business (the wedding is in a rural area) and the bill will probably come to $450 with tax.

Thanks in advance!  :)

Florist · Accepted Answer

Hi, i am a florist owner and the answer is no. However i am sure the florist would love some professional pictures of your wedding to show the next bride her work.  If you want to tip it is a very nice gesture.
But, not necessary.  It sounds like you are getting a pretty good price for your wedding flowers?  Take a look on the web get some prices if you think she is doing you a huge favor by all means tip her.  Hope this helps.

Wifeforlife · Answer

You do not tip the florist. BUT - you DO tip the person who delivers the oodles of flowers safely and, if he or she is setting up the baskets in the church or on the altar, etc., you tip that person as this is for extra good service and he/she is probably receiving minimal pay. Edit: the former poster is totally on the mark - send the Florist photos of your wedding with a note saying he/she may show other couples. More edit: When couples are paying major $$$ for flowers, of course, they send a florist to set up things, but when the total bill is only $450., you must assume that this will be a delivery person to deliver only. Tip him $20. for ensuring the flowers came on time and are still cool. If the actual florist turns up, then assume he/she is a small business and is doing the delivery themselves to save paying someone else and no tip is necessary as they are already saving $20. and are also absorbing the delivery charges they added to the bill. The only time you would not tip is if you go to the shop and pick up your flowers yourself.

iloveweddings · Answer

NO.  You have already been given a quote for your flowers and agreed to the price.  You do not need to tip the florist.

Woods · Answer

The previous person is also off the mark. I'd go with what the florist said. The person delivering the flowers is often one of the shop owners because they don't send their normal delivery man to set up flowers for a wedding. These people are artists with flowers and are paid to make sure the flowers look perfect for your wedding. They aren't going to rely on a minimum paid delivery person to set up your flowers. So, the answer is no tip!

Anonymous · Answer

We bought our florist, dressmaker, Events Manager & Officiant gifts. Everyone else, we tipped.

michaeljanpierce · Answer

Don't worry, I should think that they have already included their tip.

grammie · Answer

No.

Do I tip the florist?

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