Business Details
27 Years
experience
Custom Wedding Florals in Lake Jackson, TX
The English Florist was founded in 1999 by Lesley A. Trafford, a skilled floral designer with deep roots in English floral traditions. Drawing from years of experience in Newcastle upon Tyne, Pennsylvania, and Texas, Lesley specializes in creating European-style hand-tied bouquets that reflect each bride's unique personality and vision. The business focuses on wedding florals, including bouquets, boutonnieres, corsages, ceremony arches, and reception centerpieces, using natural, garden-inspired designs. With over two decades of expertise, the company combines English artistry with personalized service to craft floral arrangements that enhance life's most significant moments. Every creation emphasizes texture, color harmony, and seasonal elements to produce one-of-a-kind floral art.The English Florist maintains a comprehensive inventory of decorative vessels, lanterns, and arbors to complement any venue. Client collaboration remains central to the process, ensuring each design aligns with individual preferences and budgetary considerations. Serving Brazoria County and surrounding areas, the business has earned recognition for its reliability, creativity, and attention to detail. Testimonials highlight the team's ability to transform floral visions into reality while maintaining fair pricing and exceptional service standards. This commitment to excellence continues to make The English Florist a trusted choice for wedding and event floral design.
Services
Wedding Bouquets
Ceremony Decor
Reception Centerpieces
Boutonnieres Corsages
Floral Installations
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of specialized wedding floral design experience
- Our English garden-style arrangements use seasonal, locally-sourced flowers
- We provide complimentary design consultations to understand your vision
- We maintain a diverse inventory of decorative rental pieces
- Our team executes complex floral installations with precision
What people say
Stunning arch installations
Breathtaking bouquets
Excellent communication
Fair pricing
Reliable service
Services
Wedding Bouquets
Custom-designed hand-tied bouquets that reflect each bride's personality and wedding theme. Using fresh seasonal flowers and natural textures, we create unique arrangements that complement bridal attire and photography needs. Our designs emphasize organic shapes and color harmony while maintaining structural integrity for all-day wear.
Ceremony Decor
Comprehensive ceremony floral installations including arches, arbors, pew decorations, and altar arrangements. We provide both traditional church pieces and outdoor garden-style decor using fresh flowers and natural elements. Our team ensures proper structural support and weather-appropriate materials for both indoor and outdoor venues.
Reception Centerpieces
Custom reception centerpieces featuring tall vases, compotes, and low arrangements that match wedding themes. We offer various decorative vessels including crystal hurricanes, silver bowls, and rustic wooden containers. All designs coordinate with overall floral schemes while maintaining guest visibility and table functionality.
Floral Installations
Specialty floral installations like cake flowers, lantern arrangements, and decorative rentals. We provide complete setup and breakdown services using our inventory of arbors, candlesticks, and display pieces. Our team ensures safe installation while maintaining design integrity throughout event timelines.
Boutonnieres Corsages
Custom boutonnieres and corsages for wedding parties and family members. We create coordinated designs that match bridal bouquets using fresh flowers and appropriate fastening methods. Each piece receives individual attention to ensure proper sizing and durability for all wedding party members.
People
Lesley A. Trafford
Owner/Designer
Owner and lead designer with 25+ years of wedding floral experience. Trained in England and Pennsylvania, Lesley specializes in English garden-style arrangements. She personally consults with clients to create custom floral designs that reflect their unique vision and personality.
Questions
What wedding floral services do you offer?
We provide complete wedding floral packages including bouquets, boutonnieres, corsages, ceremony arches, altar arrangements, and reception centerpieces. Custom designs available for all elements.
Do you provide floral rentals?
Yes, we offer rental of decorative vessels, candlesticks, arbors, and lighting elements to complement floral arrangements for both indoor and outdoor events.
Can you accommodate specific color schemes?
Absolutely. We work with fresh seasonal flowers and can incorporate specific color palettes using both traditional and unique floral selections to match your vision.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend booking 6-12 months before your wedding date to ensure availability, especially for Saturday weddings during peak seasons.
Do you offer consultations?
Yes, we provide complimentary initial consultations to discuss your floral vision, venue, and budget. This helps create personalized designs that match your specific needs.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Lake Jackson, Angleton, Freeport, West Columbia, Surfside, Van Vleck, Pearland, South Houston, and all surrounding communities in Brazoria County and nearby areas.
Reviews (4)
Tami Ekstrand
May 19, 2021
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She did our 25th anniversary ceremony flowers. She was amazing and the flowers were absolutely stunning! She really loves her work and it shows in her quality. Prices were reasonable too. Amazing! Thank you!
Sonia Cavazos
Oct 26, 2018
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We chose her to be our florist for our wedding a few years ago. She was highly professional, skilled, and accommodating. I consider myself a perfectionist and I cannot name a single complaint. Her attention to detail and structure is impeccable. She was worth every penny!
Stephanie Cardona
Jun 07, 2018
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Lesley with The English Florist was amazing to work with for my wedding! All of her floral work was absolutely beautiful and more than what I could of asked for. Her prices are fair and she is an absolute delight to work with. Very reliable and her floral vision was perfect for all of my wedding floral needs. Thank you Lesley for being apart of our special day!
Melanie Fisher
Aug 10, 2016
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Mrs. Trafford is professional and talented, her fresh flowers and silk arrangements are gorgeous. She did our daughter's wedding as well as the flowers for prom. She has always exceeded expectations.
