Why Choosing a Local Flower Shop Makes All the Difference

At Towers Flowers, we often hear from customers who’ve browsed big-name floral wire services like 1-800-Flowers and want to know why our offerings may differ in style, price, and availability. It’s a common question, and we think it’s important to share the key differences between ordering from your local flower shop versus a wire service. Making an informed choice can ensure you get the best quality, experience, and value for your money.

1. What You See Isn’t Always What You Get

Wire services often showcase arrangements on their websites that are standardized and created to appeal to the masses. However, these arrangements are typically fulfilled by local florists like us, who must interpret the design using the flowers we have available. This means that the bouquet you see online may not look exactly the same when delivered.

When you shop directly with a local florist, you’ll know exactly what to expect. At Towers Flowers, every arrangement is crafted with care and tailored to your preferences, ensuring you get a unique design that’s fresh and beautiful.

2. Pricing Differences Explained

Wire services often add hidden fees, service charges, and commissions to the base price of the arrangement. These costs can quickly add up, leaving you with less value for your money. For example, a $50 arrangement from a wire service may only leave the local florist $30 to create your bouquet after fees are deducted.

When you order directly from a local shop like Towers Flowers, your entire budget goes toward the flowers and design, resulting in higher quality and better value. Plus, you avoid unnecessary fees while supporting a local business in your community.

3. Quality and Freshness You Can Count On

At Towers Flowers, we pride ourselves on sourcing the freshest flowers and crafting each arrangement with artistry and care. Wire services don’t always guarantee this level of quality because they rely on multiple third parties to fulfill orders. By working directly with us, you’ll know your flowers are hand-selected and expertly arranged by a team that genuinely cares about your satisfaction.

4. Personalized Service That Goes Above and Beyond

When you order through a wire service, you’re often communicating with a call center or automated system. This can make it difficult to get personalized recommendations or adjustments to your order. At Towers Flowers, we take the time to understand your needs, answer your questions, and create a design that’s tailored to your occasion.

Our team is here to guide you every step of the way, whether you’re looking for a specific flower, have a custom request, or need advice on the perfect arrangement for your occasion. That level of care simply can’t be replicated by a wire service.

5. Supporting Your Community

When you choose to shop local, you’re investing in your community. Supporting Towers Flowers means helping a small business thrive, creating local jobs, and ensuring the artistry of floristry continues to flourish in your area. It’s a win-win for everyone.

The Towers Flowers Difference

We understand that it can be tempting to order from a large wire service, but the difference in quality, value, and service is undeniable. At Towers Flowers, we’re committed to providing you with an elevated floral experience that you can trust—every time.