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James Cress Florist has been the leading full-service wedding florist in Long Island, New York since 1903! With two locations in Smithtown, Port Jefferson, and Woodbury, this family-owned and operated flower shop specializes in creating the most stunning wedding flowers imaginable. Request a free consultation with our wedding specialist online at www.jamescressflorist.com or call us at (631) 724-0333!

Experience: Since our founding in Manhattan over 117 years ago, James Cress Florist has become a staple in the New York City flower industry. Our knowledge is passed down generation to generation allowing us to blend traditional methods with current trends. Meet our staff of expert florists to plan your New York wedding today! We are currently located at 127-C East Main Street, Smithtown, NY 11787, and 36 Nesconset Hwy, Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776.

Services offered: The wedding specialists at James Cress will meet with you to discuss color schemes, flower types, budget, venue size, and flower placement. Each arrangement is designed according to your personality and vision. Our team crafts flowers for popular wedding designs like arches, chuppahs, bridal party bouquet and boutonnieres, receptions, ceremonies, powder rooms, and everything in between! Book your free consultation online now.

Other Services: Ask our wedding specialist about their preferred vendors in Long Island! We have many connections with local photographers, musicians and DJs, bakeries, venues, and more. Planning a DIY wedding? Ask about our single-stem sales to make your dreams come true.

Areas covered: Our team has worked with some of New York’s finest wedding venues. We’ve designed flowers for breathtaking locations like Watermill Caterers, Larkfield, Giorgio’s, East Wind, The Carltun, Oheka Castle, NYIT de Seversky Mansion, Villa Lombardi’s, Lombardi’s on the Bay, Stone Bridge Country Club, Dansford Hotel & Marina, Fox Hollow, Leonard’s Palazzo, The Waterview, Flowerfields, Insignia Steakhouse, Harbor Club at Prime, The Vineyards at Aquebogue, Baiting Hollow Country Club, Riviera of Massapequa, Three Village Inn, The Hamlet, Captain Bill’s Restaurant, Land’s End, Old Field Club, Majestic Gardens, Swan Lake Caterers, Smithtown Landing.

We also serve the following areas: Babylon, North Babylon, West Babylon, Bayport, Belle Terre, Bellport, Bohemia, Brightwaters, Brookhaven, Centereach, Centerport, Commack, Copiague, Coram, Deer Park, Elwood, East Northport, East Setauket, Setauket, Farmingville, Fort Salonga, Greenlawn, Holbrook, Holtsville, Halesite, Huntington Station, Smithtown, Dix Hills, Islandia, Huntington, Islip, Central Islip, West Islip, East Islip, Islip Terrace, Kings Park, Lake Grove, Lindenhurst, Islandia, NY, Medford, Middle Island, Miller Place, Mount Sinai, Nesconset, Northport, Oakdale, Old Field, Port Jefferson, Port Jefferson Station, Poquott, Ridge, Rocky Point, Ronkonkoma, Lake Ronkonkoma, Saint James, Selden, Shoreham, Hauppauge, Sound Beach, South Setauket, Stony Brook, St. James, NY, Long Island.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the average price for a bridal bouquet?

$125

What is the average price for a bridesmaid bouquet?

$85

What is the average price for a boutonniere?

$10

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

$85

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

$175

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

Clean Up
Consultations
Delivery
Event Design
Samples
Set Up

How would you describe your floral designs?

Classic
Country
Glamorous
Modern
Nautical
Preppy
Romantic
Rustic
Tropical
Vintage

Which of the following services do you provide?

Clean Up
Consultations
Delivery
Event Design
Samples
Set Up
Wholesale/Bulk

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 James Cress Florist

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Chinh Sent on 12/04/2014
5 out of 5 rating
A month before my wedding, my original florist backed out of my wedding unprofessionally and I was left in tears trying to figure out how to pick up the pieces and pull this off in less than 4 weeks to go till the big day. Here's the kicker, that florist was a house vendor which is truly disappointing. I ended up going with Giorgio's other recommended florist, which was James Cress and all I can say is I should've went with them from the very beginning. Gary was amazing to work with. He was such a sweetheart, picking up this project so last minute and making sure everything was done exactly the way I imagined it. He emailed back right away every time (the other vendor was only prompt in responding to emails BEFORE contracts were signed and a ghost full of excuses thereafter with emails and phone calls) and answered all my questions and was always very reassuring me that everything would be okay. And at every appointment, he was such a sweetheart always sending me home with beautiful roses to help brighten my day.
And on the day of the wedding, Gary was nothing short of an angel. He set up my ceremony space in the most beautiful lights and rose petals. It all looked so magical, all my guests complimented how much of a fairytale it looked. My centerpieces were beautiful and romantic and all the bridal flowers looked amazing against the bridesmaids dresses. I don't know what else to say other than that Gary was wonderful in everything he did. I would recommend him wholeheartedly to everyone.
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User1131417 Sent on 04/10/2013
5 out of 5 rating

My daughter's Bat Mitzvah was March 23rd, at the Hamlet at Willow Creek, in Mt. Sinia. I worked with Gary Cress. He helped me to create the environment that I wanted for her party.Her theme was "Broadway". He worked with me in a flexible manner. He was able to provide names for a linens person and a name board person, who were also easy to work with. His team was creative. He was timely. He listened to my daughter and was able to portray her "likes" and not her "dislikes". I hope at some point I can work with him again!
Ashley
Ashley Sent on 12/30/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing team and floral arrangements!

Brandon and the team at James Cress Florist was incredible, extremely accommodating, and hilarious to work with! We actually had a better wedding planning experience with them vs. our venue and vendor! As soon as I walked into the facility, I got this sense of confidence that everything would go as I wanted and it did!

I had a vision of how I wanted my bouquet to look and they were able to execute it and make it even better than what I envisioned! I also had asked to have my grandfathers picture on the bouquet and they were able to make it so subtle but it brought me to tears to see that that incorporated it.

Everything was put together so beautifully - from the all the bouquets and buttoners, to the arch where we got married. Overall, me and my husband had a great experience with this florist and we highly recommend them.

Thank you again for everything Brandon and the team at James Cress Florist
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2012 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

4 Endorsements
Lombardi's on the Sound Lombardi's on the Sound Banquet Halls

James Cress does beautiful work that our Bride and Grooms have loved!

Villa Lombardi's Villa Lombardi's Banquet Halls

James Cress is a wonderful florist who we are proud to refer to Bride and Grooms not only at Villa Lombardi's, but at all of Lombardi Caterers locations. Their floral work for centerpieces have transformed our Ballroom to it's fullest potential.

Legend Limousines Legend Limousines Wedding Limos

We recommend to all our clients, Both Gary and Amanda are amazing at what they do and their flowers last forever.

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