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Chrissy was great from the get go, so down to earth and genuine, she listened to the colour pallet that we wanted, and the end result flowers were even more beautiful than I imagined!
Bespoke floral design for weddings, events and corporate functions based in Sussex. New wedding package just released for brides on a tight budget!
Bud and Flower Pricing & Costs
From £500
FLORIST CHOICE PACKAGE This package is designed for couples who are not set on a particular floral selection. It is a set price. We love to help our brides as much as possible with their wedding flowers. We really do enjoy talking through all the seasonal flowers and foliage: However we do understand it can be such an over whelming task for many brides. This package takes away all the stress and pressure from you. You are able to specify a bloom of your choice (as long as it is in season if you have a favourite flower in mind) or leave it all up to us. Orders from £500 to £950 are for collection only. BESPOKE WEDDING SERVICE Most of our enquiries are through instagram, our website or personal recommendations. Having made contact we aim to get back to you within 48 hours. We like to have an initial chat before giving a quote to find out what our potential bride would ideally love. Any mood boards, pictures from mags or Pinterest would be most helpful at this stage to give us an insight into what you would ideally love. All wedding flowers under £950 are for collection only. From our discussions we will prepare a quote. Each wedding will be tailored to everything you want. If your budget does not quite match your initial thoughts we can suggest alternatives. Couples tend to book between 12 and 18 months. It is best to book early to avoid disappointment especially if marrying in peak season which is May through to September. We will have many chats before your wedding day and a site visit will help us to select the best positions for your floral arrangements. A week before your wedding we will order your flowers: We will collect and condition them so they will be at their peak condition when made up. Large arrangements for the ceremony and reception venue will be delivered and arranged on the morning of your wedding day having made prior appointments. ​Your wedding party flowers will normally be delivered two hours before the wedding.
Typical wedding party flowers
From
£500
https://www.budandflower.co.uk/florist-choice-package Visit site to download free pricing brochure and view set price list. Full details are listed on the website and FAQ in brochure
What's included
Bud and Flower Details

Products and Services

Bouquets
Corsages
Aisle Decorations
Delivery
Flower Crowns
Centrepieces
Wedding Arches
Dried Flowers
Set-Up
Buttonholes
Flower Girl Baskets
Pre-Wedding Consultation
Vases
Fresh Flowers
Flower Confetti
Clean-Up
Last-Minute Orders
Minimum Order
Bud and Flower Full Description
Chrissy Thornton is a Floral Designer / Wedding Florist and the owner of Bud and Flower. Working from her studio in West Sussex she creates bespoke floral designs for brides to be. ​Gathering inspiration from nature, she uses the most enchanting blooms, buds, seed heads and foliage to create modern and traditional floral designs that feel relaxed yet artfully curated. Every composition from buttonholes to bouquets, floral arches to aisles, are meticulously created with your special day in mind. The colour's, fragrances, and textures of the flowers that are chosen will play a significant part in reflecting who you are: Creating the perfect atmosphere that you’ve always dreamed about. She travels to Country Homes, Barns, Marquees, or wherever her brief takes her in the South East of England. Has been a professional Florist for over 20 years. Grows lots of her own flowers. Very well qualified (ICSF)(HDF)

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Chrissy Thornton
Chrissy loves to talk about flowers, and would be thrilled if you got in touch to discuss your floral needs. Please do not hesitate to contact her for a FREE consultation.

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2020
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
5
Reviews
(16)
Chloe Didlick
Happy couple married in November
December 2023
We highly recommend Chrissy she really is the best

We are so glad that we found Chrissy! She has been so amazing to work with and has made the process so easy for us. She created the most beautiful bouquet for myself and my two bridesmaids, button holes, corsage and thank you bouquets! We highly recommend Chrissy she really is the best at what she does.

Holly & Ryan
Happy couple married in October
July 2023
South lodge wedding venue

Chrissy did a perfect job of our buttonholes, posy for myself and bridesmaids and corsages too. And the top table flowers were beautiful. She listened to what we wanted and they were exactly what we had imagined. Chrissy took the stress out of our day and such a lovely lady too.

Ella Brydon
Happy couple married in October
February 2022
I Could Not Have Been Happier With Our Experience

Chrissy was truly amazing! She listened to everything I wanted and used her expertise to make it come to life. She was so helpful and although due to the pandemic we only communicated over phone and email until the big day I had complete trust in what she would create. Even when we changed what we wanted she would always do her best to accommodate us and make sure we could have the best flowers we wanted. Our venue came to life with the beautiful centre pieces, garland, and my bouquet and the button holes tied our whole colour scheme together. I could not have been happier with our experience and would defiantly recommend Chrissy, a truly lovely, professional and beautifully creative florist.

Molly Marshall
Happy couple married in November
February 2022
I Felt In Very Safe Hands With Chrissy

I used Bud & Flower for my wedding flowers in August 2021 and was absolutely delighted with them. The initial consultation call was really helpful to discuss what I had in mind and what would be possible with my budget etc. I felt in very safe hands with Chrissy and she really looked after me, despite a last minute change of venue. The flowers were exactly how I wanted them to look and they smelt gorgeous as well. Thank you Chrissy and team!

Louisa Watts
Happy couple married in December
February 2022
I recommend Anyone To Use Chrissy

From start to finish, Chrissy was beyond incredible! Not only so easy and wonderful to talk to, but helped put into words what I had in my mind and then create the most beautiful version of that! I’m so delighted I got meet Chrissy and that she made my best day ever, that bit more incredible! I had so many comments about how wonderful the flowers looked. I recommend anyone to use Chrissy! Thank you Chrissy!

KAT
Happy couple married in October
February 2022
Amazing Service

Chrissie did my flowers for my wedding and they were so perfect! At first we were communicating in the midst of lockdown so i was finding it hard to get a florist who could see my vision but Chrissie was great, patient and welcoming of all my questions and inspiration. She delivered them to the venue and even snuck in a flower crown for me too! I can't thank her enough for her amazing service!

Kelly Truss
Happy couple married in January
February 2022
I Can't Recommend This Florist Enough

can’t recommend this florist enough! Our wedding day couldn’t have been more perfect and the flowers were a work of art. Chrissy listened to our ideas and thoughts and went above and beyond to make them happen. If you need a florist for any special occasion then Chrissy couldn’t be more suited to make your dreams come true. Her passion for the job clearly shines through and I am forever grateful for her making our wedding day so special.

Lizzie Ireland
Happy couple married in October
February 2022
Chrissy Did a Fantastic Job

I can’t believe how beautiful my wedding flowers were, from my bouquet to the moon arch and everything in between. Chrissy did a fantastic job at taking my vision and elevating it. My colour pallet was rust and pinks, which I know wasn’t easy in summer. Every guest commented on how beautiful the flowers looked, I was absolutely over the moon!

Katia Gerard
Happy couple married in June
February 2022
Helped Create The Perfect Day

Pandemic and situation created by Covid-19 cancelled our plans to get married in the extend of a year and 3 different countries. I must say, getting married in the UK was the last of my preferences since you never know what the weather will be. But that is what happened. The first day some of the restrictions were lifted we got married at Tilgate Park. Chrissy came highly recommended and our exchange was solely virtual up till the wedding. But there was not much more needed. Her work ethics, passion and understanding of what the occasion is and how to blend the flowers with groom's and bride's dresses...Chrissy had my full trust. I did not need to know what flowers she will use, how things would look at the end as I was sure she will do the best to make the day memorable for me and the couple of guests we were allowed to invite. She prepared everything beautifully. Despite the day starting with snow, turning into rain and then for the ceremony start the sun came out...the arrangements she prepared were leaving everyone breathless. On top, for the quality and high standards she delivered her work with, the price...well let's say I know several companies with lower standards and quality but much higher prices. Chrissy thank you, you helped create the perfect day for us. Amazing work, can only recommend!!!!

Zoe Bligh
Happy couple married in December
February 2022
I couldn't Ask For A Better Florist

Chrissy is amazing, she helped me from start to finish to help me organise my wedding flowers. I could have not chose a better florist! she knew exactly what I wanted and when I saw the flowers and bridal bouquet on the day I was amazed! The bouquet matched my dress perfectly in every single way and made the day feel even more special!

Bud and Flower Location & Contact Details
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2 The Workshop, Village Road, Kirdford, Billingshurst, West Sussex, RH14 0NW, England, United Kingdom
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FAQs
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What is your most memorable wedding?

My best friends wedding, Christmas themed and full of seasonal flowers and foliage

Describe your style in 5 adjectives.

Rustic, modern, natural, Boho, seasonal

What about your business are you most proud of?

Being able to work closely with the bride and seeing their faces on the big day when they see the designs for the first time.

What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

Be honest and be yourself

Describe your typical process with a couple.

We would sit down and discuss which flowers she likes and we would work together to come to the correct items she requires.

What is the most interesting thing you have put in a bouquet?

Grandmother's broach

What is the most romantic flower and why?

Roses they are the flower of love and represents beauty and elegance.

What should you do with the flowers after the wedding?

At my own wedding I donated all the floral arrangements to our local nursing home
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