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About

Watkins Flowers of Distinction is a wedding florist based in Raleigh, North Carolina. They are known for their original and beautiful floral designs. The team is devoted to making your wedding stand out from the rest. After all, there is nothing like a Watkins wedding!

Experience

For 53 years, Watkins Flowers of Distinction has served couples in Raleigh and the surrounding areas. The business is owned by Sallie Taggart and Ed Carpp.

Products Offered

Whether your wedding is classic or eclectic, the experienced team is ready to guide you through the process. From the first time you meet with the company, they will learn about your dreams and visions. They offer consultations, samples, delivery, setup and event design. Couples may choose from the following customized designs:

  • Aisle decor
  • Altar decor
  • Bouquets
  • Boutonnieres
  • Chuppah secor
  • Corsages
  • Flower crowns
  • Flower petals
  • Single flowers
  • Table arrangements
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average price for a bridal bouquet?

$155

What is the average price for a bridesmaid bouquet?

$115

What is the average price for a boutonniere?

$20

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)?

$215

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

Consultations
Delivery
Event Design
Samples
Set Up
Venue Visit

How would you describe your floral designs?

Classic
Country
Eclectic
Glamorous
Modern
Romantic
Rustic
Tropical
Vintage

Which of the following services do you provide?

Consultations
Delivery
Event Design
Samples
Set Up
Venue Visit

What types of arrangements do you provide?

Aisle Decor
Altar Decor
Artificial
Bouquets
Boutonnieres
Centerpieces
Chuppah Decor
Corsages
Flower Crowns
Flower Petals
Single Flowers

Reviews of Watkins Flowers of Distinction

Tenisha
Tenisha Sent on 11/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding Flowers

Watkins Flowers of Distinction helped make my wedding day super beautiful. My bouquet, and centerpieces for my table tops absolutely perfect.
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Laura Sent on 06/11/2018
5 out of 5 rating
The flowers were gorgeous and the customer service is awesome!
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Savannah Sent on 01/04/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Nothing but high praises for Watkins! They were responsive, attentive to detail, and very respectful of our budget. They even gave us recommendations for saving money. It was easy to see they were passionate about their work. We loved how everything turned out and we received lots of compliments from our guests! I was most excited about my flower crown, and it turned out perfect!
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Elizabeth Sent on 10/27/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Sallie and the design team at Watkins were amazing! I was very nervous about talking with a florist. She immediately make me feel at ease. They were very respectful of my budget. The bouquets, boutonnieres were so beautiful!
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Karla Sent on 07/20/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Flowers were beautiful,fresh, this Business worked with our budget, made sure that everything was fresh, Watkins made the initial visit accommodating and throughout the process kept in touch.thank you again Watkins
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Leslie Sent on 05/07/2017
5 out of 5 rating
I cannot express enough how amazing Watkins Flowers was for our wedding. I had had a really bad experience with another local florist and was so fortunate when I found Sallie. Her and I met with each other multiple times to create the vision I had for the ceremony and centerpieces, but within my budget. It wasn't an easy task since what I envisioned was very expensive, but Sallie guided me in the right direction and went over with me various flowers and options that were more cost effective, but no less beautiful. She completely understood my vision for my bouquet and bridesmaid bouquets and they were absolutely stunning! Not only that but my guests were talking about my ceremony flowers all night! The whole team at Watkins is wonderful and made the whole process feel special and unique. Would recommend 1000x times over.
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Lauren Sent on 10/03/2016
5 out of 5 rating
I can't say enough wonderful things about this group! Meeting with Diana and Sallie was easy, comfortable, productive, and exciting. After having a florist tell me that my ideas and budget were "completely unrealistic" I was discouraged to say the least. Diana and Sallie were the exact opposite. They had wonderful ideas for creating the look I wanted at the budget I was comfortable with. Everything with weddings can be so budget oriented it was wonderful for someone to actually hear the budget and work around it. Unlike many vendors who meet with you to "vet your seriousness", Watkins is excited about the prospect of being part of your day, want to talk with you, and determine if you are a good fit for one another. I cannot say enough good things!
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Mallory Sent on 09/13/2016
5 out of 5 rating
We love Ed and Sallie, not just because they're our friends- but also because their team heard our wants and that's what we got on our wedding day. Our flowers were exactly what we envisioned. Their team let us SEE flowers in our meeting and then delivered our vision! Flowers were brought to our venue in the jars/vases we gave them. The flowers were beautiful and lasted for over a week after the wedding- decorating my desk at work, keeping my wedding smile alive!
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Sheila Sent on 03/23/2016
5 out of 5 rating
We worked with Thomas for our Son's wedding. He was always professional and knew exactly what was perfect! Watkins provided flowers for the wedding party, dinner tables, the buffet table, an archway, and the wedding cake.
Watkins is our family go-to florist. Our daughter's wedding is next year and we can't wait to work with Ed, Sallie, and Thomas again! They make everything easily beautiful! I can't say enough good things about them!
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Kimberly Sent on 10/27/2015
5 out of 5 rating
It was a pleasure to work with Watkins Flowers of Distinction. Diana was my direct contact and she was fabulous from our first meeting! Her ability to turn small details/ideas that we shared into a bigger, more beautiful design really amazed me! And she really knows her flowers!! I was also in contact with Sallie and she was equally great to work with. Our guests raved about the flowers at our event and we couldn't have asked for anything better when it came to seeing our vision come to life. Thank you, Watkins!!
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Awards

14

Professional Network & Endorsements

3 Endorsements
Lifestyle Limousine Company Lifestyle Limousine Company Wedding Limos

Watkins Flowers of Distinction, is amazing on how they know just what the client needs and wants. They do beautiful work and are not afraid to think outside the box. Next time you are looking for something special go to Watkins Flowers first you won't be sorry. Lifestyle Limousine Company

Caffe Luna Caffe Luna Wedding Caterers

Watkins Flowers of Distinction, do indeed provide exactly that. Their floral arrangements are always stunning, whether its a small simple centerpiece or a large statement piece. They are flexible, courteous and easy to work with. Would highly recommend!

Edible Art Bakery & Dessert Cafe Edible Art Bakery & Dessert Cafe Wedding Cakes

Many of our clients choose Watkins because of the outstanding customer service and the breadth of designs they create. We have found that Watkins doesn't have a "style." Your style is what they create, and customers love that.

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