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Nothing pleases us more at Bridgehampton Florist than creating an unforgettable setting for a special event. We want everyone there to remember it as one of the highlights of their summer. And most important of all, we want the host who hired us to bask in heaps of praise for their thoughtfulness and inspiration. 
The very special event we are spotlighting today, was a 50th Birthday Party for our client's wonderful wife. The host is a highly successful man whose enthusiasm for throwing this party was contagious. We sent him an idea board to show him all the options for tablecloths, napkins, glasses and flatware. And when we couldn't find the perfect napkin at the party rental company, we sourced and bought them for him.
At our first face-to-face meeting, we discovered that his wife's favorite color was blue and her favorite flowers were peonies and hydrangeas.
The requested hydrangeas were no problem at all as we source them from Holland and right here in Bridgehampton. Unfortunately, this is not true of peonies, and not wanting to disappoint the birthday girl, we had to nix those.
Lo and behold, the Friday before Saturday's big event, the market truck from New York arrived and in it were glorious peonies from Japan and Lily of the Valley from France along with the Dutch hydrangeas.
We filled the space with candles. Masses of blue hydrangeas surrounded the votives floating in water to keep the hydrangeas fresh as new. We filled vases with white roses, the Japanese peonies and the lovely Lily of the Valley and more blue hydrangeas.
As we did the installation, the host appeared, but his wife stayed away from the party venue. Her husband informed us that she wanted to be surprised. She had told her husband she had every confidence in us, because we were referred to her husband by a tastemaker who is a longtime client of ours.
When she finally appeared at the barn where the party was held, she was overwhelmed by what she saw and her whole face lit up when she saw the peonies. But most importantly she was so taken by her husband's thoughtfulness and involvement. But best of all, her husband was just as pleased as she was.
And if there's one further person to thank for this hugely successful birthday party, it's the husband administrative assistant who could not have been more helpful in getting things done.
THE SHOP
In the heart of the Hamptons, The Bridgehampton Florist is the destination for the Hampton’s best flowers, including the largest selection of orchids anywhere on the East End. The shop is filled with a wide selection of wonderfully curated gifts for every important occasion. Drop in for attentive service, thoughtful gift ideas and even the greeting cards to go with them.
MICHAEL & JIM
Michael Grim and Jim Osburn have been an integral part of the Hamptons community for over 30 years. Their knowledge of flowers, their impeccable taste and their genuine delight in their work are unmatched and yours whenever the occasion calls for it.
SERVICES
The Bridgehampton Florist is far more than a conventional flower shop. We offer complete floral design services tailored to your home. We can make your next event the most memorable of occasions –whether it’s an intimate dinner for 6 or a once-in-a-lifetime party. Call for a consultation.
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Hydrangea - White
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TESTIMONIALS
Their Lovely Creations Have Graced My Home Throughout The Seasons
If you are looking for flowers that your guests will be talking about long after their visit, there is no better choice in my book than The Bridgehampton Florist. The moment you meet Michael and Jim, you become family. They are generous and kind, experienced and creative and are masters of their craft. From a singular bloom to a riotous arrangement, from the simplest country bouquet to sophisticated gala chic, BH Florist has no equal. Their lovely creations have graced my home throughout the seasons and over several decades. – Julie Andrews
Flower Whisperers
What a luxury to have a florist you can trust implicitly with any possible occasion! Michael and Jim have an artistic flair and magical touch that is all class, elegance and taste — with a dash of creative whimsy. In addition to their remarkably fresh and beautiful blooms, they are extremely personable, caring and loads of FUN. We just love to hear the oohh’s and aahh’s of guests enjoying their most extraordinary creations that have graced our home for over a decade. — Rob Marshall & John DeLuca
Subtle and Elegant Floral Designs
Michael is my wife’s florist and he is incredibly talented. I think his designs are subtle and elegant and don’t overwhelm my home. He is a warm presence every time he works in our home and his flowers bring happiness to my wife and family. Originally, I wasn’t interested in seeing flowers around the house, but once I got used to it and began to appreciate it then, I noticed there were flowers everywhere, but in my office. I asked why I was left out, and I think that made Michael happy that I noticed and appreciated his work. The next week and ever since, I have had small flowers in my office. – David
My Glorious Bouquet
I have been using Jim and Michael for 15+ years for the same glorious bouquet pretty much year round. Jim and Michael and my glorious bouquet were so much a part of my life that I couldn’t live without them even during major construction, scaffolding, paint tarps and all…it made that process bearable and beautiful! – Jane Wenner
Creative Genius
Thanks to Jim and Michael’s creative genius, attention to detail and masterfully breathtaking floral arrangements I have attended some of the most beautiful weddings! (most of them mine!) Fortunately, they also make the most charming condolence bouquets…so colorful and fresh, they are guaranteed to put a smile on your face no matter what! Life is always full of surprises and reasons to celebrate, and EVERY occasion is made more beautiful and memorable with Jim and Michael’s magic touch! After all, there aren’t many guaranties in life, but Bridgehampton Florist is one of them! As they say, “Life isn’t measured by the number of beaths you take, but by the number of bouquets that take your breath away” – Christie Brinkley
Fresh and Beautiful Arrangements
The flowers are fresh and beautiful and their arrangements, unusual. My weekly visits with Jim and Michael make me feel like I’m taking a stroll through the markets back home in Amsterdam! – Annette Roque Lauer
Wonderful Flower Shop
Michael Grim and Jim Osburn started this wonderful flower shop years ago, and it’s as good as ever. You can buy armloads of local flowers in the summer and beautiful imported flowers all year long. They also make gorgeous arrangements to send to that special someone. – Barefoot Contessa
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Creating an Unforgettable Setting for a Special Event
Friday, August 14, 2015