Alison BAKER

Owner - Lead Designer

Q | What is your favorite flower(s)?
A | Lavender, Green hydrangeas and Gerbera Daisies (named my black lab Daisy) I also love lilacs, Garden Rose- Juliet and Coral charm peonies

Q | Describe your overall style:
A | Rustic, Shabby chic, Wild Garden Gal here! I’m very inspired by color. The European style emphasizes color and variety of botanical materials not limited to just blooming flowers. I’d say my style stems from there and is half pretty and refined, and half casual and imperfect. I love pairing things like green hydrangeas, garden roses, and peonies with touches of green coin, wax flower, and lysmachia.  

Q | Why weddings?
A | My favorite part about weddings is the personal style that goes into creating the couple’s perfect day. I love helping to bring their vision to life. When the wedding all comes together, it’s the most fulfilling feeling and truly extraordinary. I can relate to all my brides - and they love that! They are mostly the same age as myself, so it truly feels like planning a wedding with a best friend - and I defiantly have created some new awesome friendships along the way!

Q | How long have you been at it?
A | I opened my business in January of 2015. But before that I worked for other wedding floral designers for over 14 years including a shop on Martha’s Vineyard.

Q | What inspires me?
A | I find inspiration everywhere — in the changing seasons, the way light hits a garden after rain, or a bride’s color palette that reminds me of a summer sunset. I love designs that feel alive and full of movement, like they were just gathered from the garden that morning.

Q | What is my favorite wedding moment?
A | My favorite moment at every wedding is when the bride sees her bouquet for the first time. There’s always a pause — a deep breath — and then that pure, emotional smile. That’s the moment I live for every single time.

Q | Wedding trend you love?
A | Long reception tables. A room full of round tables is not something we will see a lot anymore. Long tables are far more interesting, even if they’re mixed in with round tables. Long tables provide a chance for the florist to really be creative with the centerpieces, and they’re perfect for a smaller destination wedding where all the guests can sit together. 

Q | Fun Fact
A | I have a soft spot for anything vintage — old vases, lace ribbons, and antique glassware always find their way into my designs. When I’m not designing weddings, you can usually find me in my own garden with a glass of wine, dreaming up the next color palette.