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About the owner/head designer:

Samantha Bates AIFD

Weddings are my favorite! From the initial consultation to the last dance, I just LOVE taking all the ideas and making them into a reality. I am a licensed florist of Louisiana, Vice President of the Louisiana State Florist Association, and a member of the Tangipahoa Professional Women's Organization. I have been awarded 1st place in Floral Design, two 1st place for Peoples Choice in Floral Design, awarded FTD Master Florist and come August 2015 I will be representing the great state of Louisiana in the Arkansas Mid America floral competition. In June of 2015, I tested for membership into the American Institute of Floral Designers where I earned the prestigious Certified Floral Designer accreditation and will officially be inducted into AIFD July 2016 in Anaheim CA as a fully accredited member.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the average price for a bridal bouquet?

$260

What is the average price for a bridesmaid bouquet?

$65

What is the average price for a boutonniere?

$17

What is the average price for a low table arrangement (per arrangement)?

$65

What is the average price for an elevated table arrangement (per arrangement)?

$200

Which of the following are included in the cost of your floral services?

Clean Up
Consultations
Delivery
Event Design
Set Up

How would you describe your floral designs?

Classic
Country
Eclectic
Glamorous
Modern
Nautical
Preppy
Romantic
Rustic
Tropical
Vintage

Which of the following services do you provide?

Clean Up
Consultations
Delivery
Event Design
Set Up

What types of arrangements do you provide?

Aisle Decor
Altar Decor
Artificial
Bouquets
Boutonnieres
Centerpieces
Chuppah Decor
Corsages
Flower Baskets
Flower Crowns
Flower Petals
Non-Floral
Single Flowers

Reviews of Especially For You Floral

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Kacy Sent on 01/04/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing flowers!

Sam baker does a beautiful job! She is very easy going and easy to work with. She gets your concept and understands it!
Would recommend her flower shop to anyone!
Ashley
Ashley Sent on 12/08/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Amazingly Talented

I can't say enough good things about Samantha and her staff! Amazingly talented and gorgeous floral arrangements!!
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Kandi Sent on 11/12/2019
5 out of 5 rating

110% Satisfied

Samantha made planning my wedding 100x easier when it came to ordering my flowers. She was super quick to respond, and did ABSOLUTELY AMAZING on the flowers. Delivered them straight to me on my wedding day bright & early! 10/10 recommend!
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Makayla Sent on 11/11/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding Day

Where do I start? When I say that sam truly went above and beyond is an understatement. Throughout the entire process, sam was so easy to work with and was so set on making my bouquet perfect. While going through the initial process, she listed to everything that I wanted and more. I purchased fake flowers to go on the cake and sam went and color matched the ones that went in my bouquet. Not only that, but a month before the wedding, the company making my wedding cake, who was originally supposed to put the flowers on the cake, said she would rather the florist put the flowers on the cake. While I was flustered and stressed out, Sam stepped up and said she would be happy to put the flowers on my cake. She was so helpful and definitely put my mind at ease. The flowers made the cake look PHENOMENAL! Sam even sent me a picture of the cake after she was finished. Not to mention, Sam took my timeline into consideration and brought me my bouquet early to ensure I had my flowers for my pictures. When I say I did not have to worry about anything, I truly mean it. It is so hard to find someone who takes pride in their work, focuses on every detail, no matter how small, and strives to make everything perfect, but Sam did just that. I found my new favorite florist. I cannot say enough positive things about her, her service, her company and the quality of the flowers and the decorations on the cake. She truly loves her line of work and wants her customers to be happy! Thank you again, Sam!
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Ashley Sent on 11/22/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Especially For You Floral Review from a more than pleased bride

Sam at Especially For You Floral is an amazing florist. She made my experience more than I could have imagined. I told her my color scheme and she made the arrangements more than I could dream of. When she showed me my bouquet all I did was cry tears of joy. It was absolutely amazing. It was more beautiful than I could have ever imagined! If you are getting married or have any floral needs call Sam she’s more than the best!
Amber
Amber Sent on 11/19/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Best Florist EVER!!

Samantha is beyond amazing! Her arrangements truly made my day exactly how I envisioned it. Her attention to detail and immense passion is undeniable. I can not imagine having had my wedding without her and her special touches! Love love love her!!!
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Sadie Sent on 10/23/2018
5 out of 5 rating

1000000x yes!!!

My experience with EFY floral was nothing short of EXCELLENT&AMAZING!
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Kayleigh Sent on 06/07/2018
5 out of 5 rating
The owner is so helpful and she is so sweet!! The bouquet was everything that I wanted it to be and more!
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April Sent on 01/30/2018
5 out of 5 rating
I have received SO MANY compliments on the flowers at my wedding! I love flowers so they were a very important detail for me and they came out so beautifully. Samantha understood completely what I was looking for and executed it perfectly!
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Mariah Sent on 12/26/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We had a wonderful experience with EFY. Samantha took the time to understand my vision, and made it come to life in an even more beautiful way than I could have ever imagined! We were absolutely blown away. Thank you!!!!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

1 Endorsement
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Quality work, each and every time! A pleasure to work with as well!

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