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Christine Mandese

July 12, 2026

  Wedding Budgeting A clear, honest breakdown of what to expect at every budget level, from simple and understated to full luxury design. “How much should I budget for wedding flowers?” is one of the first questions almost every couple asks once venue and catering are locked in — and it’s one of the hardest […]

July 11, 2026

Christine Mandese

Getting married at Rosecliff Mansion

Venue Guide Newport Mansion Wedding Flowers What it takes to design for five of Newport’s grandest properties — Rosecliff, Marble House, Castle Hill, OceanCliff, and Belle Mer.   I’m Christine, founder of Plant Girl Floral. Newport’s mansion venues are some of the most architecturally significant wedding settings in the country, and each one calls for […]

Christine Mandese

July 11, 2026

  Why Plant Girl Floral A look inside the service, process, and real weddings that shape our reputation as a Newport florist. Every couple planning a Newport wedding eventually asks the same question: with so many talented florists in Rhode Island, why do so many couples land on Plant Girl Floral? The answer isn’t a […]

The right wedding florist in new england

July 9, 2026

Christine Mandese

Wedding Floral Team Rhode Island

Getting Started The most reliable places to start your search, and what to actually ask once you’ve found a few options. I’m Christine, founder of Plant Girl Floral, and I get this question often, usually early in the planning process: where do I even start looking for a florist? Rhode Island has plenty of talented […]

Christine Mandese

July 8, 2026

    How to Choose Best Wedding Florist Rhode Island Awards, reviews, and portfolio can all tell you something different. Here’s how to actually evaluate them before you book.   I’m Christine, founder of Plant Girl Floral. Search for “best wedding florist Rhode Island” and you’ll get a long list of studios, most of them […]

Best Florist for Weddings in Newport Rhode Island - Plant Girl Floral

July 7, 2026

Christine Mandese

  Behind the Design How We Design Luxury Wedding Flowers at Plant Girl Floral Unveil the journey of how we design luxury wedding flowers at Plant Girl Floral from the first consultation to the big day. I’m Christine, founder of Plant Girl Floral, and I think couples deserve to know exactly what happens between booking […]

Christine Mandese

July 7, 2026

Ceremony Design Wedding Arch Flowers Rhode Island Every major arch style, what it costs, and how to choose the right one for your ceremony and venue.   I’m Christine, founder of Plant Girl Floral, and the ceremony arch is usually the single piece couples spend the most time deciding on — for good reason. It’s […]

Rosecliff Wedding Arch

July 6, 2026

Christine Mandese

Plant Girl Shop Christine - Best Wedding Florist

The Complete Guide Wedding Florist Rhode Island: Complete Planning Guide Everything you need to know before booking a Rhode Island wedding florist — budget, timeline, and every category of flowers your day will need.   I’m Christine, founder of Plant Girl Floral, and I’ve walked hundreds of couples through this exact planning process. This guide […]

Christine Mandese

June 18, 2026

Belle Mer Wedding Floral Guide: Inspiration & Planning Tips for Your Newport Wedding If you’re planning a wedding at Belle Mer, you’ve chosen one of Newport’s most iconic waterfront venues. With breathtaking views of Narragansett Bay, elegant white architecture, and beautifully manicured grounds, Belle Mer provides an incredible canvas for wedding flowers. To help couples […]

Belle Mer Wedding Flower Guide

June 18, 2026

Christine Mandese

Ocean Cliff Wedding Floral Guide

The Ultimate Wedding Floral Guide for New England Couples Planning your wedding flowers can feel overwhelming. With so many design styles, flower varieties, color palettes, and décor options available, it can be difficult to know where to begin. That’s exactly why we created our Wedding Floral Guide—to help couples feel confident, inspired, and excited about […]

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