Skip to main content
Weddings
x2 Award winner
Award winner thanks to recommendations from couples on WeddingWire.com.
  • 2019
  • 2015

Foxtail Cottage Floral

Delivery
Set Up
Non-Floral
Clean Up
Jenna
Victoria
Kelsey
Kristi
Allison

Recommended by 99% of couples

About this vendor

Foxtail Cottage Floral is a floral design studio based in Charlottesville, Virginia. Founder Karen Thorsey has over 20 years of experience as a visual designer, and her wedding floral design career spans 12 years. If you’re looking for a floral designer with an eye for texture, color, and unique arrangements, look no further than Foxtail Cottage Floral.

Services Offered

Foxtail Cottage Floral provides consultations, delivery, set up, and clean up throughout central Virginia, Albermarle, and Monticello. Karen and her team specialize in romantic floral styles, and they want to hear all of the details about your wedding and your preferences in order to create the perfect floral designs for the occasion. The team will also return to the venue after your event, so your family and friends never have to worry about returning any items to the florist. Foxtail Cottage Floral offers the following types of arrangements:

  • Aisle decor
  • Altar decor
  • Bouquets
  • Boutonnieres
  • Chuppah decor
  • Corsages
  • Flower crowns
  • Flower girl baskets
  • Flower petals
  • Non-floral designs
  • Single flowers
  • Table arrangements

Features

Woman-owned

Small team (2-10 members)

Experience

  • 13 years in business

  • We speak English

Links

Visit website

Weddings with this vendor

Matt & Adriana's wedding
Matt & Adriana
45 photos
Kylia & Aaron's wedding
Kylia & Aaron
49 photos
Bryan & Elizabeth's wedding
Bryan & Elizabeth
28 photos

FAQ

What is the average price for a bridal bouquet?

$325

What is the average price for a bridesmaid bouquet?

$85

What is the average price for a boutonniere?

$23

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

$90

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

$150

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

Clean Up
Consultations
Delivery
Event Design
Set Up
Venue Visit

How would you describe your floral designs?

Romantic

Which of the following services do you provide?

Clean Up
Consultations
Delivery
Set Up

What types of arrangements do you provide?

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

Still have questions?

Reach out about anything you didn't see answered here—no question is too small!

Wedding couple

Reviews of Foxtail Cottage Floral

K
Kolleen Sent on 12/16/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Foxtail is the ultimate for florals

Foxtail Cottage Floral is the absolute best florist, hands down. I have had the pleasure of knowing this incredible team for the last four years. I had known since the first time I encountered their business that I wanted them to do florals for my wedding if I ever got married. I am not kidding, when I got engaged, Foxtail's Karen was one of the first individuals I called!
To say that she knocked it out of the park would be an understatement. The florals were absolutely perfect. I sent them my inspiration and color scheme, and they ran with it. So many guests said that the florals were the most beautiful they'd ever seen. My bouquet was a work of art!! I am simply in awe. I am working on preserving as many of the flowers as I can because they were just so amazing. They are very reasonable as well. I cannot recommend Foxtail enough!
Jenna
Jenna Sent on 10/08/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The most beautiful flowers!

Foxtail Cottage Floral did our wedding flowers and they knocked it out of the park! Our colors were orange and blue, and I was nervous how those colors would look together, but man was I proven wrong! The bouquets were absolutely stunning, and I would hire Foxtail again in a heartbeat! They were extremely responsive, and pickup was so easy and convenient. Thanks Foxtail!!
Victoria
Victoria Sent on 01/06/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The most beautiful florals!!

Karen and hear team were a dream to work with! We got married at Keswick Vineyards in October 2023. They were so helpful in the beginning of the planning process as we didn’t know how to put our vision together. They were able to guide us and help us make some big decisions. They were so flexible when we wanted to make some large additions to our contract a few weeks before the wedding. They quickly updated our proposal and sent us ideas to match what we were looking for. They even went to Keswick a few weeks before the wedding to re-familiarize themselves with the property. During that visit, Karen noticed that one of our plans for the tent entrance might not be ideal and that that we should make some alterations. I was more than happy to go along with what they recommended. The arrangements and tent décor were breathtaking. We had so many compliments on how beautiful the florals were throughout the wedding. The reception at our venue was in a tent (though it is a beautiful, hand stitched tent and not your typical plastic, rented rent). I wanted to make it feel elegant and classy, and they absolutely delivered. The look they created was more beautiful than I ever could have imagined. I unfortunately did not have a lot of in person interaction with the team on the day of, but my dad ran into them while they were setting up and mentioned how kind and professional they were. I would 100% recommend working with Foxtail Cottage if you have the opportunity.
A
Abigail Sent on 02/25/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Simple & High Quality

Foxtail was so easy to work with and really outdid themselves in the products they gave to us. They were open to my ideas and patient with my early indecisiveness! But they gave to me exactly what I had described. Their florals are nothing short from beautiful and their rentals are truly amazing. I really valued the option of having both florals and rentals like votives, vases, and lanterns. The day of, everything was ready to go for us and it was like they waved a wand and all florals were bright and ready to go! I am so appreciative of foxtail and would recommend them until I'm blue in the face!
Kelsey
Kelsey Sent on 12/03/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful flowers!

Gorgeous gorgeous flowers!! When we met with foxtail we knew we were in the best hands. They asked what our favorite flowers were.. "Umm pretty ones?" As you can tell we don't know anything about flowers.. They took control and made sure the colors went with our color scheme and the flowers were in season.
They were so pretty!! So many people complimented us on the flowers and then said we did such a good job.. Don't worry we corrected them to make sure they knew foxtail did it all and we trusted them!!
K
Kathryn Sent on 08/09/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Converted Flower Lover

When it came to flowers for the wedding, I had no idea what I wanted as I'm not a big "flower-loving" gal. All I knew is that I wanted a classic/romantic feel that worked well with the décor and timing of a fall vineyard wedding and that complemented my color palette. As I was not from VA (planning a wedding from NJ), I set up a 30 minute call with Karen and Darby when I first started talking with them in order to review my prioritizes and vision. The conversation was so natural and easy that we found ourselves talking on the phone for 1 hour as I was getting so excited over all the flower options. Karen and Darby put together a proposal which was right up my alley. After a bit of adjusting to come into some updated wedding budgets, the end result was absolutely spectacular. The bouquets were dropped off on time at my mother's house the morning-of and looked amazing in all the photos. I absolutely loved all of the arrangements, as well as the decorations that Foxtail supplied for the reception. If I had to do it again, I would have requested additional structure in the boutonnieres, as some of the groomsmen boutonnieres started falling apart during the photos (after the wedding). Thankfully, my sister-in-law was a pro at fixing them for the photos and it wasn't a big deal at all, as the flowers had served their purpose (looking stunning for all the photos). If you're looking for a talented florist, Foxtail Cottage is it!
Kristi
Kristi Sent on 04/10/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Can't say enough good things

Hire this vendor! I literally cried when I saw the venue and my vision came to life. Thank god for Karen. She is amazing!
Allison
Allison Sent on 09/23/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful to work with and stunning arrangements

Karen and her team are amazing. I initially met with Karen when I first started planning my wedding and I had no idea what I wanted. Karen guided me and provided her expert advice to help me come up with a vision. She’s talented and tasteful, which shows in her work. The prices are extremely reasonable and Karen does not skimp on anything. Every arrangement I received was luscious and full. My wedding flowers were more beautiful than I could have ever imagined (and more beautiful than anything I’ve ever seen on Pinterest too!). I would recommend Foxtail Cottage to anyone and everyone. They’re the best.
Tara
Tara Sent on 05/18/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Beyond your Dreams

The team here took my Pinterest ideas and made them a beautiful reality. They somehow took a fall wedding idea (had to change date) and made it into the most beautiful spring wedding.
A
Anna Sent on 12/02/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely stunning

The team at Foxtail have a real gift. I have NEVER seen flowers so beautiful. The mix of flowers within the arrangements, color and composition were magnificent. Everyone was so helpful and kind. Their work is of the highest standard with exceptional creativity. Truly, the end result at our wedding was beyond my wildest imaginings. I would use them again in any capacity - their work always has the 'something extra special' factor.
We're all about trust. Our community relies on honest reviews to help you make those big decisions with ease.

Awards

36
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
illustration message review

Are you interested?

Professional Network & Endorsements

3 Cats Photo 3 Cats Photo Wedding Photographers

There just isn't enough space here to write all the wonderful things about Foxtail Cottage Floral. From the first moment you step over her threshold, you enter a world of grace, beauty and elegance. Being in her cottage is a special treat all its own! Her artistry is second to none and her kind easy demeanor will set you at ease immediately. She is one of my favorite vendors to work with and I am excited to see her work whenever our paths cross.

Map

Location
Travel range
This vendor will travel up to within 100 miles

Why use Weddingwire to message vendors?

  • Messaging our verified vendors on WeddingWire is complimentary, safe, and secure.
  • Effortlessly manage vendor communications and planning details in one centralized location.
  • Our mobile apps ensure you can stay connected with vendors anytime, anywhere.
  • For customized pricing and package information, messaging the vendor directly is the quickest way to get the details you need.
View next Wedding Florists

Other vendors in Richmond for your wedding

Wedding Vendors