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no contract?

khornb3khornb3
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Im curious if its just me or if this seems weird to anyone else. I recently found my florist and sent in the deposit for her to hold the date. I was expecting to get a contract or agreement in return for me to sign and to show that I have held the date and paid the deposit. Just like I did with the photographer and DJ. But I didn't get anything from her. When I asked for a written agreement she said she would send me one (after acting like it was an unusual request). That was three weeks ago. So I kindly emailed to remind her and she said she was so busy with weddings and that she will get to it. Still hasn't. Is it not unusual for a vendor to not have a contract? I just thought it was pretty standard paper work and that it would quickly be sent out to me. Its very frustrating to have someone flake out so early in the game!
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Re: no contract?

  • TheMorrisseysTheMorrisseys
    100 Comments
    edited December 2011
    I would never "count" on anyone sans a contract. Give her one more shot and then I'd continue your search for a florist, I'd say.
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  • tonyandsteftonyandstef
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    edited December 2011
    Unless you know her fairly well, that does seem a little odd.  My florist sent me a contract, which I signed, and then returned WITH the deposit at that time.  She wouldn't even let me give her money before I had the contract in hand.  I got that around 4 days after we met.I just got a receipt for my deposit the other day, saying that I was paid and such.Is this someone others recommended that is reputable? Or are you worried?  How much money did you have to put down?I guess if she wasn't answering the phone/emails and such, I'd be worried she was blowing you off... But basically they should provide a contract BEFORE you have to give money.I hope she comes through for you.
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  • khornb3khornb3
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    edited December 2011
    It wasnt too much money and im not worried just yet. But I am a little annoyed. To be having issues already is a little unsettling. Someone had reccomended her here and we really enjoyed her in person and im a little surprised by how she is acting. Her response to me was very short and almost as if I was bothering her by asking again for the contract. I appreciate the replies. It's good to know it wasnt just me. I was pretty sure it wasnt, but the reassurance is nice. I think we will give her one more chance and if still no contract, then we are out. I just wish we thought about this before sending her that nice little check. :-\
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  • chosen175chosen175 member
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    edited December 2011
    We're doing a destination wedding in Savannah, Ga and I was shocked at how lax they are down there when it comes to contracts. One guy actually told me "your word and a handshake is enough." Uhhh.... great. But it's YOU that I don't trust. lol We would not send any cash until we had contracts. Once vendors hear that, you'll be surprised at how fast they have one for you - the handshake guy had one faxed to FI's office within the hour of me telling him that. lol I would just tell the florist that you feel she is very talented and that you really want to work with her because she came highly recommended, but you are the type of person who likes to have all your i's dotted and t's crossed and that's why a contract is so important to you. Don't get rude or ignorant - that will only turn her off more. Just tell her that you need a contract in the next 2 weeks and that if she isn't able to do that, you will have to look for someone else who can ease your concerns and put everything on paper. Hopefully she will get the hint.
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  • crys710crys710 member
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    edited December 2011
    would you be able to say which florist this is? sorry - i'm new here... and not sure if that is allowed or not.
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  • khornb3khornb3
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    edited December 2011
    I don't want to say just yet. Don't want to step on any toes...until the wedding is over. BUT, if we don't get a contract this week and end up going with someone else, I will be sure to let you all know who it is!! Haha.
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  • lawandorder2010lawandorder2010
    10 Comments
    edited December 2011
    If you are really concerned, which I think you have a right to be-not having it written and signed is unnerving-I would call her and tell her, in no uncertain words, send me the contract or receipt TODAY indicating the date reserved, or the deal is off and return the check asap. Sometimes a phone call is much more effective than an email. She may not be a flake-she just might not communicate as much through email. Good luck!
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  • cameragirl59cameragirl59 member
    10 Comments
    edited December 2011
    I am so glad I had a contract with my florist because she tried to overcharge me by $100. The week before our wedding, I told FI to pay the final bill which was $156. Of course he forgot the paperwork and when he went to pay the bill they said it was $256. I quickly contacted them and of course she had amensia and didn't remember that I had given her a $100 and my paperwork had her signature confirming this! Luckily I didn't have to go all "bridezilla" on her. Get a contract or start shopping for a new florist. If she is acting like this now, imagine the day of the wedding. I wouldn't take a chance.
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