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Christine Mandese

February 14, 2026

By Plant Girl Floral (also known as Plant Girl Shop) There’s a moment at almost every wedding reception that changes the room. The sun drops. The candles get lit. Suddenly, the space feels warmer, softer, and more romantic.At that point, guests lean in closer. Conversations get quieter. Meanwhile, your photographer catches those golden images you’ll […]

Candlelight at wedding in newport RI

February 14, 2026

Christine Mandese

By Plant Girl Floral (also known as Plant Girl Shop) You’ve saved 47 photos on Pinterest. Your mood board has blush, sage, dusty blue, terracotta, champagne, mauve, burgundy, and maybe a little lavender. Your bridesmaids’ dresses are one color, your invitations are another, and now you’re looking at flowers and wondering how any of this […]

Christine Mandese

February 14, 2026

A Simple Checklist Couples Can Use Choosing a wedding florist sounds simple—until you start planning. Suddenly you’re comparing portfolios, decoding proposals, and wondering if the florist who looks amazing on Instagram can actually execute at your venue on a summer Saturday in Newport. If you’re searching for the best wedding florist in Rhode Island, here’s […]

Taylor Swift wedding flowers

February 13, 2026

Christine Mandese

Belle Mer Wedding Day in Newport RI

Ceremony-to-Reception Floral Repurposing: How to Save Money Without Sacrificing Design By Plant Girl Floral (also known as Plant Girl Shop) Here’s something most couples don’t realize until they’re deep in planning: the flowers you invest in for your ceremony don’t have to stay there. Repurposing means we move select ceremony florals into the reception during […]

Christine Mandese

February 12, 2026

Best Florist for Weddings in Newport, Rhode Island: What “Luxury” Florals Actually Look Like in Real Life If you’re searching for the best florist for weddings in Newport, Rhode Island, you’ve probably noticed something. A lot of florals look “pretty” online. However, luxury florals feel different in person. They feel intentional the moment guests arrive. […]

February 12, 2026

Christine Mandese

When you start searching for a Newport, RI wedding florist, you’ll notice something quickly. If you’re wondering what a Full-Service Wedding Florist Newport RI: What’s Included + Why It Matters can mean for your big day, keep reading. Some florists deliver flowers. Others deliver an experience. That distinction can feel subtle during planning. On your […]

Christine Mandese

February 11, 2026

Photography @hedifieldphotography Belle Mer is one of Newport’s most iconic waterfront venues—bright, modern, and effortlessly elegant. And because the space is so clean and open, your florals are not just “decor.” They’re a primary design feature that sets the tone of the entire celebration. If you’re planning a Belle Mer wedding, this is the question that […]

Belle Mer Wedding

February 11, 2026

Christine Mandese

Castle Hill Wedding Centerpiece

📸 Photography: @movemountainsco
📋 Planner: @sherridklein Belle Mer is one of those rare venues where the room itself is a design statement—bright, coastal, modern, and effortlessly elegant. With floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the water and an open layout that lets guests take in the entire space at once, your reception tables need centerpieces that read beautifully from across the […]

Christine Mandese

February 10, 2026

Quick Answer: Are staircase flowers worth it at Belle Mer? Yes — the staircase is Belle Mer’s most photographed feature. A well-designed staircase installation creates instant luxury, frames entrances, and shows up in portraits, candids, and reception coverage all night. Why the Belle Mer Staircase is Different It’s architectural and modern, so florals must feel […]

Belle Mer Newport Ri Wedding Stairs Flowers

February 10, 2026

Christine Mandese

Rosecliff Mansion Centerpieces

Here’s a question I hear at almost every Rosecliff consultation: “Can we move our ceremony flowers to the reception?”And here’s my answer: not only can you — you absolutely should. When thoughtfully planned, repurposing ceremony flowers at Rosecliff is one of the smartest ways to maximize your floral investment. You get impact in multiple spaces, […]

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