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• Carmela M. Sent on 12/17/2019
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  Vena will make your dreams come true!

  Vena, owner of Flor de Monterey, made our wedding floral inspirations come to life! She knows what you want even though words cannot fully describe your whole vision. She is one of the vendors working with Wedgewood Weddings, which made it easier to organize everything with our venue and planner. She made my flower backdrop possible, in addition to other unique touches I envisioned for our beach wedding. Thank you Vena, your flowers brightened our wedding venue/celebration! :)

  Vena, owner of Flor de Monterey, made our wedding floral inspirations come to life! She knows what you want even though words cannot fully describe your whole vision. She is one of the vendors working with Wedgewood Weddings, which made it easier to organize everything with our venue and planner. She made my flower backdrop possible, in addition to other unique touches I envisioned for our beach wedding. Thank you Vena, your flowers brightened our wedding venue/celebration! :)
• Yelena O. Sent on 06/19/2019
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  The best florist!

  Vena was our florist from Flor de Monterey for our 6.9.19 wedding in Carmel, CA. We could not have wished for better. We are from Sacramento, so I did my research on almost all florists near Monterey and we met with at least 3 of them. After meeting with Vena, and analyzing everything from the cost to the services she would provide, we were very content and being happy to have Vena. She was easy to work with, flexible, informative, helpful, and reliable. Our wedding was beautiful thanks to her. She did amazing on the arch flowers that were later used as sweetheart center piece, and the aisle mason jar flowers as guest centerpieces as well. Her prices are reasonable and her work is beautiful!

  Vena was our florist from Flor de Monterey for our 6.9.19 wedding in Carmel, CA. We could not have wished for better. We are from Sacramento, so I did my research on almost all florists near Monterey and we met with at least 3 of them. After meeting with Vena, and analyzing everything from the cost to the services she would provide, we were very content and being happy to have Vena. She was easy to work with, flexible, informative, helpful, and reliable. Our wedding was beautiful thanks to her. She did amazing on the arch flowers that were later used as sweetheart center piece, and the aisle mason jar flowers as guest centerpieces as well. Her prices are reasonable and her work is beautiful!
• Sarah B. Sent on 09/09/2019
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  Straight Forward Communication and Stunning Results

  Vena was a gem! I used her for my wedding for ceremony decoration, reception, cake decoration and bridal bouquet. She was honest and to the point. I never felt like she was over charging me. She was out to help me bring my cost down, which was really refreshing in planning a wedding.
  
  I had 13 bridesmaids (yes I'm crazy, I know) so I could not afford to have her (or anyone really) do their bouquets. However, Vena was kind enough to let me purchase the flowers from her and let my and my family create the simple bouquets. I thought this was really lovely since the flowers matched my bouquet.
  
  The arrangements and bridal bouquet were absolutely stunning. She knew exactly what I was going for and nailed it. I am obsessed with wild flowers and dahlias. She mixed the two perfectly.
  
  Overall, amazing experience. She always responded very, very quickly and always helpful. I cannot recommend enough

  Vena was a gem! I used her for my wedding for ceremony decoration, reception, cake decoration and bridal bouquet. She was honest and to the point. I never felt like she was over charging me. She was out to help me bring my cost down, which was really refreshing in planning a wedding.
  
  I had 13 bridesmaids (yes I'm crazy, I know) so I could not afford to have her (or anyone really) do their bouquets. However, Vena was kind enough to let me purchase the flowers from her and let my and my family create the simple bouquets. I thought this was really lovely since the flowers matched my bouquet.
  
  The arrangements and bridal bouquet were absolutely stunning. She knew exactly what I was going for and nailed it. I am obsessed with wild flowers and dahlias. She mixed the two perfectly.
  
  Overall, amazing experience. She always responded very, very quickly and always helpful. I cannot recommend enough
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• Rose Sent on 10/10/2018
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  I don't even know where to begin describing how wonderful Vena and her team at Flor de Monterey were for our wedding! We planned everything from out of state, so I emailed pictures and descriptions of what I wanted and Vena nailed it, she was also so easy to work with. She did everything from our cake flowers, to the ceremony floral & centerpieces, as well as our personal (bouquet, bridesmaids, etc.) floral and it was all exceptional! She was one of my favorite vendors to work with during our wedding and I would recommend Flor de Monterey to anyone looking for floral in the Monterey area!

  I don't even know where to begin describing how wonderful Vena and her team at Flor de Monterey were for our wedding! We planned everything from out of state, so I emailed pictures and descriptions of what I wanted and Vena nailed it, she was also so easy to work with. She did everything from our cake flowers, to the ceremony floral & centerpieces, as well as our personal (bouquet, bridesmaids, etc.) floral and it was all exceptional! She was one of my favorite vendors to work with during our wedding and I would recommend Flor de Monterey to anyone looking for floral in the Monterey area!

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• Alicia Sent on 07/17/2017
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  A wonderful experience! Vena was recommended to us by our reception venue and I am so pleased they knew about her talent! My husband and I really wanted to get married in Carmel and we live about 3 hours away but Vena made it feel as if there was no geographical barrier to meeting with her. She was sweet and knowledgeable about flowers. She helped make the ceremony arrangements, bouquets, boutonnieres, reception table arrangements, and even the small cake flowers perfect. Flor de Monterey has very kind and patient staff as well because when we stopped by the shop everyone was so helpful. Vena keeps your budget in mind and helped us make our wedding day even more beautiful with her creations.

  A wonderful experience! Vena was recommended to us by our reception venue and I am so pleased they knew about her talent! My husband and I really wanted to get married in Carmel and we live about 3 hours away but Vena made it feel as if there was no geographical barrier to meeting with her. She was sweet and knowledgeable about flowers. She helped make the ceremony arrangements, bouquets, boutonnieres, reception table arrangements, and even the small cake flowers perfect. Flor de Monterey has very kind and patient staff as well because when we stopped by the shop everyone was so helpful. Vena keeps your budget in mind and helped us make our wedding day even more beautiful with her creations.
• Violeta Sent on 12/21/2016
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  Vera is really nice and definitely willing to work with you to make your vision come to life while staying on budget. She offers really great suggestions and helps you figure out what you want even when you don't know much about flowers. You can definitely tell that she loves what she does. She created the most beautiful bouquet, arrangements, and boutonnieres that I have ever seen!! I wish I'd had enough in my budget to have them preserved after the wedding.

  Vera is really nice and definitely willing to work with you to make your vision come to life while staying on budget. She offers really great suggestions and helps you figure out what you want even when you don't know much about flowers. You can definitely tell that she loves what she does. She created the most beautiful bouquet, arrangements, and boutonnieres that I have ever seen!! I wish I'd had enough in my budget to have them preserved after the wedding.
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  User2991580 Sent on 03/04/2017
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  The flowers turned out beautiful for the wedding. They are easy to work with, very professional, and friendly. The flowers arrived on time as ordered at the hotel and venue. Highly recommended!

  The flowers turned out beautiful for the wedding. They are easy to work with, very professional, and friendly. The flowers arrived on time as ordered at the hotel and venue. Highly recommended!
• Michelle Sent on 12/17/2016
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  I was extremely shocked at the customer service I received here. I started sending e-mails to vera to make sure she could see what I was looking for. When I went in for a consultation, I had the most fun. She allowed me to skype with my groom as he was stationed over seas. She included him in all of the conversations and was able to show us several arrangements she already created with our images we sent in. She gave us a quote on the spot. We fell in love with her and her shop right away even though it is known as one of the more expensive shops in town. After getting a quote from Vena, I shopped around and found the quote was less expensive than other places. Vena was amazing and created the most beautiful flowers for my centerpieces, my arch piece and my bouquets for myself and my bridesmaids. She was able to make changes a week before the wedding and even allowed me to be creative with my bouquet. I gave Vena free range for the most part especially on my bouquet and everyone loved it. I had so many compliments on the flowers and was asked several times during the ceremony, who did the flowers.

  I was extremely shocked at the customer service I received here. I started sending e-mails to vera to make sure she could see what I was looking for. When I went in for a consultation, I had the most fun. She allowed me to skype with my groom as he was stationed over seas. She included him in all of the conversations and was able to show us several arrangements she already created with our images we sent in. She gave us a quote on the spot. We fell in love with her and her shop right away even though it is known as one of the more expensive shops in town. After getting a quote from Vena, I shopped around and found the quote was less expensive than other places. Vena was amazing and created the most beautiful flowers for my centerpieces, my arch piece and my bouquets for myself and my bridesmaids. She was able to make changes a week before the wedding and even allowed me to be creative with my bouquet. I gave Vena free range for the most part especially on my bouquet and everyone loved it. I had so many compliments on the flowers and was asked several times during the ceremony, who did the flowers.
• Olga Sent on 07/10/2014
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  I ordered my bridal white orchids and roses bouquet and a matching boutonniere for my fiance from Flor de Monterey. They delivery was right on time, and my bouquet was beautiful. It was also of a very sturdy design with a practical handle. I could hold it all day and the flowers stayed fresh and in their place.

  I ordered my bridal white orchids and roses bouquet and a matching boutonniere for my fiance from Flor de Monterey. They delivery was right on time, and my bouquet was beautiful. It was also of a very sturdy design with a practical handle. I could hold it all day and the flowers stayed fresh and in their place.
• Maria Sent on 01/02/2014
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  I love Vena!!! She took care of all the flowers for my wedding at Memory Garden on September 15, 2013. She not only does great work but I really appreciated how she doesn't try to up-sell. She told me "no, you don't need that! keep it simple". She's honest and so friendly!

  I love Vena!!! She took care of all the flowers for my wedding at Memory Garden on September 15, 2013. She not only does great work but I really appreciated how she doesn't try to up-sell. She told me "no, you don't need that! keep it simple". She's honest and so friendly!
• Katie Sent on 08/23/2013
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  Vena and her team are amazing. Vena is truly an artist and will make your floral dreams come true on your wedding day.
  During my first visit with Vena she had already printed out all of my pinterest boards I had sent her with my decor and floral ideas. I was very impressed! We discussed each style of arrangement and came up with new ideas together. She totally grasped the concept I wanted and improved upon it. I am definitely not a floral expert as I'm sure most brides aren't. That why you need Vena. She knows what works and what doesn't. After meeting with her I felt so confident in her skill and professionalism that I gave her a ton of flexibility with the centerpieces, bouquets, boutineers, etc. I'm so glad I did because the flowers were beyond anything I had envisioned. They were absolutely stunning and my bouquet was gorgeous!
  One thing about Vena that was so helpful was her price. She is flexible and will work with you to create what you want within your budget. If you are worried you can't afford flowers or can't get what you want on your budget - call Vena! Tell her your budget and she will help you.
  I'm so glad we called Flor de Monterey and got to know Vena. She is such a sweet person and was so helpful. Before you book a super expensive florist or give up on your dream of fresh flowers at your wedding - call Vena! You will be so happy you did!

  Vena and her team are amazing. Vena is truly an artist and will make your floral dreams come true on your wedding day.
  During my first visit with Vena she had already printed out all of my pinterest boards I had sent her with my decor and floral ideas. I was very impressed! We discussed each style of arrangement and came up with new ideas together. She totally grasped the concept I wanted and improved upon it. I am definitely not a floral expert as I'm sure most brides aren't. That why you need Vena. She knows what works and what doesn't. After meeting with her I felt so confident in her skill and professionalism that I gave her a ton of flexibility with the centerpieces, bouquets, boutineers, etc. I'm so glad I did because the flowers were beyond anything I had envisioned. They were absolutely stunning and my bouquet was gorgeous!
  One thing about Vena that was so helpful was her price. She is flexible and will work with you to create what you want within your budget. If you are worried you can't afford flowers or can't get what you want on your budget - call Vena! Tell her your budget and she will help you.
  I'm so glad we called Flor de Monterey and got to know Vena. She is such a sweet person and was so helpful. Before you book a super expensive florist or give up on your dream of fresh flowers at your wedding - call Vena! You will be so happy you did!
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  User911198 Sent on 08/25/2012
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  My wedding flowers were from Flor de Monterey and they were absolutely beautiful! Vena was such a pleasure to work with! She's great and made the whole process easy for me. They delivered and setup the flowers at our wedding site and made the place and people holding/wearing them look so wonderful.

  My wedding flowers were from Flor de Monterey and they were absolutely beautiful! Vena was such a pleasure to work with! She's great and made the whole process easy for me. They delivered and setup the flowers at our wedding site and made the place and people holding/wearing them look so wonderful.
• Amy Sent on 04/12/2008
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  Vena has the BEST flowers of any florist I know. She is fair, and always gives a good price. She even made me a comb for my hair for free!

  Vena has the BEST flowers of any florist I know. She is fair, and always gives a good price. She even made me a comb for my hair for free!
• Alisa Sent on 07/20/2009
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  My flowers were beautiful and the price was very fair. She didn't even require us to pay ahead (we did anyway). She stayed in touch with me and everything went smoothly.

  My flowers were beautiful and the price was very fair. She didn't even require us to pay ahead (we did anyway). She stayed in touch with me and everything went smoothly.
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  My flowers were amazing I spend a little more than I have budget for but totally worth it. Thank you!

  My flowers were amazing I spend a little more than I have budget for but totally worth it. Thank you!
• Lei Sent on 05/30/2014
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  Vena did an amazing job for the centerpieces of our wedding banquet. I ordered an extra centerpiece in the morning of my wedding day and she was able to turn it around in time for my wedding in the afternoon. She's very nice to talk to and understand my ideas perfectly.

  Vena did an amazing job for the centerpieces of our wedding banquet. I ordered an extra centerpiece in the morning of my wedding day and she was able to turn it around in time for my wedding in the afternoon. She's very nice to talk to and understand my ideas perfectly.
• Kathleen R. Sent on 12/03/2023
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  Sadly disappointed.

  I appreciated that they were on time to the wedding venue but I was so sad to see that it was not what was discussed during our meeting. They also had access to the Pinterest that they requested in when filling out the forms they needed. Even with them saving the photos that I wanted it still was not what I wanted. I will add all the photos I showed her and what I received. I had a vision for my flowers and sadly it was not met.
  First off I noticed when I received all my flower bouquets. My (Bride) flower bouquet was suppose to be ONLY white roses with baby's breath at the base and it was not. It was a mix of baby's breath, white roses and some other type of flowers with yellow in the middle some of my roses even with brown on them which was disappointing to see. The bridesmaids flowers bouquets were suppose to be ONLY MINI roses with a mix of baby's breath but again this was not the case. The bridesmaids flowers were suppose to be different then mine so mine (Bride) would be able to stand out. The all the flower bouquets looked identical. Another disappointment was my aisle flowers. Those were suppose to be ONLY baby's breath and a very large ball of it but there was a small mix baby's breath white flowers and white stems. I have seen there work for other weddings though, they actually have amazing work sadly it just seems like with my wedding they did not give there all.
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  (close up with large roses is what I showed that was what I wanted)
  (Only baby's breath photo is what I showed them - I wanted mini roses in the baby's breath)
  ALL other photos are mine.

  I appreciated that they were on time to the wedding venue but I was so sad to see that it was not what was discussed during our meeting. They also had access to the Pinterest that they requested in when filling out the forms they needed. Even with them saving the photos that I wanted it still was not what I wanted. I will add all the photos I showed her and what I received. I had a vision for my flowers and sadly it was not met.
  First off I noticed when I received all my flower bouquets. My (Bride) flower bouquet was suppose to be ONLY white roses with baby's breath at the base and it was not. It was a mix of baby's breath, white roses and some other type of flowers with yellow in the middle some of my roses even with brown on them which was disappointing to see. The bridesmaids flowers bouquets were suppose to be ONLY MINI roses with a mix of baby's breath but again this was not the case. The bridesmaids flowers were suppose to be different then mine so mine (Bride) would be able to stand out. The all the flower bouquets looked identical. Another disappointment was my aisle flowers. Those were suppose to be ONLY baby's breath and a very large ball of it but there was a small mix baby's breath white flowers and white stems. I have seen there work for other weddings though, they actually have amazing work sadly it just seems like with my wedding they did not give there all.
  (photo with white chairs are what I showed that was what I wanted)
  (close up with large roses is what I showed that was what I wanted)
  (Only baby's breath photo is what I showed them - I wanted mini roses in the baby's breath)
  ALL other photos are mine.

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• Rachel Sent on 12/31/2017
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  I hate to write negative reviews, especially not knowing what happened. But I think this vendor is very good if you can walk in to the store or call her, but I was an international bride and could only communicate via email. Contact was sparse and often got no reply. I booked and paid through a third party wedding vendor, but still had to contact the florist about the details. I sent an email a few weeks before the wedding with a picture of my bouquet and asked for an arch spray that would compliment it. I sent another email a little over a week before the wedding asking for confirmation, and was assured it would be taken care of. I double checked with my coordinator the day before the wedding, worried because I hadn't heard anything from the florist at all, but she assured me it would be taken care of.
  Then as I'm walking down the aisle, I see that there is no floral on the arch. Luckily I had other decorations including draping that I'd provided for the arch so it wasn't the end of the world, but still was shocked at the complete lack of follow up with this vendor.
  Maybe things would have been different had I lived in the same place I was getting married, but I did not have that luxury.

  I hate to write negative reviews, especially not knowing what happened. But I think this vendor is very good if you can walk in to the store or call her, but I was an international bride and could only communicate via email. Contact was sparse and often got no reply. I booked and paid through a third party wedding vendor, but still had to contact the florist about the details. I sent an email a few weeks before the wedding with a picture of my bouquet and asked for an arch spray that would compliment it. I sent another email a little over a week before the wedding asking for confirmation, and was assured it would be taken care of. I double checked with my coordinator the day before the wedding, worried because I hadn't heard anything from the florist at all, but she assured me it would be taken care of.
  Then as I'm walking down the aisle, I see that there is no floral on the arch. Luckily I had other decorations including draping that I'd provided for the arch so it wasn't the end of the world, but still was shocked at the complete lack of follow up with this vendor.
  Maybe things would have been different had I lived in the same place I was getting married, but I did not have that luxury.

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