Flower Preservation FAQ

Answers to the questions we hear most often about preserving wedding flowers and flowers from other meaningful occasions.

Do you preserve flowers only from weddings?

No. Wedding flower preservation is a primary service, but Le Rosse Studio also considers flowers from memorials, anniversaries, engagements, baby celebrations, graduations, milestone birthdays, sympathy arrangements and other meaningful occasions.

What if I no longer have my original bridal bouquet?

Le Rosse Studio may source similar fresh flowers for an additional fee and create a commemorative preservation piece using clear photographs of your bouquet as a reference. The design will be inspired by the original flower types, colors, shape and overall feeling, but it will not contain your original wedding flowers or be described as an exact replica. Any substitutions and the proposed design direction will be explained and approved before creation.

Do I need a reservation?

Weddings: the $75 reservation is optional for a wedding planned about a year or more ahead. It holds studio capacity and is credited toward the final piece. For a wedding closer than that, choose a piece with the studio and pay 50% of its agreed price first by studio invoice. No separate $75 reservation is required.

Other meaningful occasions: no advance reservation is required. Contact Le Rosse Studio as soon as possible so we can review timing, flower condition and the best receiving plan before you ship or drop off your flowers.

What if my wedding is very soon or has already happened?

If your wedding is within seven days or has already happened, contact Le Rosse Studio before booking so we can confirm that we can receive your flowers promptly.

What if I already have flowers from another occasion?

Contact Le Rosse Studio as soon as possible. Freshness and condition matter, and we will guide you on the best next step before you ship or arrange a local drop-off.

Can I ship my flowers?

Yes, but please do not mail fresh flowers until Le Rosse Studio confirms your receiving window and provides the current shipping instructions and address. Use a sturdy box, stabilize the flowers, keep them dry, avoid crushing, use expedited trackable shipping, and send us the tracking number. Do not ship immediately before a weekend or holiday unless the arrival plan has been approved.

Can I drop flowers off locally?

Yes. Charleston-area flower drop-off is available at the Hanahan studio by confirmed appointment only, Monday–Thursday from 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Please do not arrive without confirmation or leave flowers unattended.

How should I care for the flowers before they reach you?

In the first 24 hours, photograph the whole fresh bouquet from the front and side and close-ups of important blooms and details, then email the images with your name and wedding date to hello@lerossestudio.com. Keep cut stem ends in a clean vase of fresh water if possible, while keeping blooms and ribbon dry. Keep the bouquet cool indoors away from sun and heat; do not freeze it, spray the blooms or seal the bouquet in plastic. Contact us promptly to confirm shipping or drop-off.

Will every flower in my bouquet be preserved?

Not necessarily. Flowers are assessed individually when they arrive. Some blooms or petals may not be suitable because of bruising, wilting, age, moisture or natural deterioration. We will work with the best viable material from the flowers received.

Will the preserved flowers look exactly like they did when fresh?

No. Natural flowers change during preservation. Colors may soften, deepen, warm, fade or become more muted, and texture may also change. These variations are part of the authentic botanical character of a preserved piece.

Which flowers preserve best?

Results vary by flower variety, freshness, structure, color and condition when received. Because every bouquet is different, we assess the actual flowers before confirming the best preservation approach.

Can fresh flowers be placed directly into resin?

No. Flowers must first be stabilized and fully dried. Placing fresh or damp flowers directly into resin can cause discoloration, trapped moisture, bubbles, decay or curing problems.

Can I preserve only part of a bouquet?

Yes. Several Le Rosse formats are designed for one selected bloom, smaller flowers or meaningful petals rather than an entire bouquet.

What preservation formats are available?

Current options include The Chosen Bloom, The Botanical Vow Book, Botanical Portraits, and Resin Flower Heirlooms such as petite studies, rounded paperweights and sculptural resin formats. The best choice depends on the flowers that preserve successfully, the amount of usable material, and how you want the finished piece to live in your home.

How long does preservation take?

Current resin preservation turnaround is approximately 10 weeks from receipt of viable flowers. Framed and specialty formats have their own estimates: the dimensional Botanical Portrait currently lists 4–6 months, and The Chosen Bloom lists 12–16 weeks. Flower condition, design requirements and studio availability may affect timing. We confirm your specific estimate after assessment; shipping time is additional.

When do I choose my final preservation piece?

If you reserve early with $75, the final piece can be confirmed after your flowers are received and assessed, and the $75 is credited toward the initial 50% payment. If your wedding is closer, we help you choose a piece before arranging a 50% initial invoice. Wedding-preservation orders include one composition approval before final mounting or casting when applicable.

When is the remaining payment due?

For closer weddings, pay 50% of the agreed piece price first by studio invoice; no $75 reservation is added. For an early $75 reservation, that credit counts toward the first 50% when the piece and price are confirmed. The final 50% is invoiced when the piece is ready and due at least seven days before scheduled shipment (or before an arranged pickup). You may pay in full up front. Standard website checkout charges the listed product price in full; contact the studio to arrange the split invoice.

Is the wedding reservation deposit refundable?

No. The optional $75 early reservation is nonrefundable because studio capacity is held for your wedding date. The full $75 is credited toward your preservation order and counts toward the initial 50% after the piece and price are confirmed.

Do natural imperfections matter?

They can affect which flowers are suitable, but slight variation, softening, color change and natural character are expected in preserved botanicals. Preservation is not intended to make real flowers look artificial or unchanged.

Can I request personalization?

Yes, on selected pieces. The Botanical Vow Book includes an embedded personalized plaque with the couple’s names and wedding date. Compatible Botanical Portraits and sculptural resin formats may offer an optional antique-brass provenance plaque. The Chosen Bloom may offer a small personalized brass or engraved tag.

Can you ship my finished piece?

Eligible finished pieces may be shipped within the continental United States using insured, trackable delivery. Finished-piece shipping is charged separately unless the individual listing states otherwise. Charleston-area pickup is also available by appointment.

How should I care for my finished piece?

Display preserved work indoors away from prolonged direct sunlight, strong heat and excessive moisture. Resin pieces can be cleaned gently with a soft cloth. Framed botanical work should also be protected from moisture and prolonged direct sun.

What if I am not sure which piece to choose?

That is completely fine. We can help you choose based on the flowers received, the amount of material suitable for preservation, your preferred format and where you would like the finished piece to live.

Planning a wedding? Use the early $75 date reservation, ask about the 50% first payment, or see how wedding flower preservation works.

Preserving flowers from another occasion? See preservation for meaningful occasions and contact Le Rosse Studio before shipping or drop-off.