1. Fabric swatches. There are usually several different names for similar colors, so when discussing with the designer, you are both are speaking of the same colors when describing linens, chairs covers, runners or other fabrics to be used.
2. Photos of bouquet shapes and/or flowers that you like.
3. Photos of flowers or anything that you don't like.
4. If you have favorite flowers or flowers that you want used in your bouquet or other arrangements, i.e. altar, reception, bring a list.
5. Ask for a detailed estimate before making any decisions.
6. Ask about payments schedules and forms payments accepted.
7. If you have not seen the designers work, ask for photos or website information.
It is much easier to get a visual of what you want you wedding and reception to look like if there is something to show that designer. Concepts are sometimes hard to convey with just words.
Try to narrow the list of people you want to interview to no more than 3. If interviewing more, the interview process can become overwhelming. All will offer some elements that you like and the more interviews the more difficult it becomes to make a decision. There will be hundreds of decisions made before the wedding day, try to keep this process as streamlined as possible.
