The untimeliness of the pandemic arriving just as our 2020 wedding season began was a wholly encompassing, mind-numbing experience. First, we watched our flower friends on the West Coast abruptly halt all orders and operations. Then the international supply chain closed before ourselves here on the opposite coast we forced to follow suit. Our hearts sank along with every bride and groom as weddings were postponed and our events calendar become a blank space. The future itself became a blank space of unknown variables.
And then we were given the gift of time, of solitude and silence, and rather than looking outward our focus became internal. It was beautiful to watch our flower community innovate and create during a difficult time. One of our favorite COVID creations came from Tran Huynh Nhat Tan, a florist in Vietnam who created fresh floral face masks during his time in lockdown.
So what can you expect from Flora Boh should your event take place during a pandemic?
We pledge to use best practices when creating and delivering your flowers. Our staff will be scheduled minimally to maintain physical distance in the studio. Gloves and masks will be worn at all times.
We pledge to support our local flower farms.
On the day of your event we will arrive in good health with appropriate protective gear. All containers will be sanitized upon delivery without compromising the freshness of the flowers. Upon retrieval we will wait for the departure of your guests, as always, before clearing our rental items.
Should your event be postponed and we are not able to accommodate the date we will help you find a suitable replacement florist who share our values, quality, skills, and design sense.
We pledge to support you and collaborate to find the best solutions to unique needs that may arise with patience and grace.
We are in this for the long game and what a time it is to be alive.