Dexter Florist

05/31/2026

05/31/2026

🌿 Romance in the Garden 🌿
​There is something truly magical about a North Fork garden wedding, and Erica & Rob's wedding day at the historic Jedidiah Hawkins Inn was an absolute dream to bring to life. ✨
​From the moment we stepped onto the beautiful, grounds, we knew the florals needed to feel as if they grew naturally out of the estate’s historic charm. For Erica, we curated a lush, romantic palette that complemented the timeless, rustic elegance of the venue—blending classic garden textures with soft, organic movement.
​At Dexter Florist, we believe in a "one wedding at a time" philosophy. It allows us to pour our hearts into every single stem, ensuring that every bouquet, centerpiece, and delicate detail feels entirely personal and utterly unforgettable. 🌸
​Congratulations to the beautiful newlyweds! Thank you for letting us be a part of your love story on the North Fork. 🥂🤍
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05/17/2026

Still smiling at all these amazing pics and reels event! 🌸✨
​As the owner of Dexter Florist, I want to say a huge thank you to the amazinggggg for including all of us. Events like yours are a lifeline for local small businesses—not only helping us get our names out there, but truly fostering an environment where we can all lift up and support one another right here in our Wantagh community.
​Thank you for everything you do and for the fantastic workshops you put together for all of us. Long Island small businesses are stronger together! 🤝❤️ You guys rock and I ADORE you !!!!!!!!!
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05/17/2026

05/09/2026

"Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible women in Wantagh and beyond! 🌸 Today we celebrate the roots that ground us and the love that helps us bloom. We are so honored to be a part of your family celebrations this weekend. Enjoy every moment!"

05/04/2026

You don’t have to head into the city to find the season’s most talked-about gifts! 📍
​We’ve brought the buzz to Wantagh. We are now stocking Sweeter Cards, featured in The New York Times and Good Housekeeping. It’s a gourmet chocolate bar wrapped in a beautiful card—the perfect companion to a custom Dexter Florist arrangement.

​Stop by the shop to grab the gift everyone is talking about. Perfect for birthdays, thank-yous, teachers or "just because!"

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Sweeter cards sea salt caramel dark chocolate is handmade in St. Louis, using Fair Trade Certified™ ingredients. Each bar is made with soft vanilla caramel, cane sugar, fresh whipping cream, butter and Madagascar vanilla––and always topped with Mediterranean sea salt. Each batch is also hand stirred in copper kettles and made with love to ensure every single Sweeter Card is full of deliciousness that will win the card-giving game.
Our chocolatier uses only the finest clean ingredients, and our chocolate has no artificial flavors or colors, no preservatives and no hydrogenated oils

05/03/2026

Twenty-five years of floral history, hand-picked for a single day. 🌸📖
​Translating the styles of 1910 through 1935 requires more than just beautiful flowers—it requires an understanding of the eras’ unique shapes and palettes. For this stunning wedding at Gatsby on the Ocean, I focused on "history-correct" florals to ensure every floral felt like a genuine artifact of the time.
​The result? A celebration that was as timeless as it was beautiful.

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05/03/2026

🚨 Mother's Day Pre-Orders Are LIVE! 🚨
​Moms deserve the best, and our order slots are filling up fast! Place your order now for:
🌷 Designer's Choice Arrangements
💐 Our Signature Hand-Tied Bouquets
​Make her day unforgettable with beautiful blooms from Dexter Florist & Gifts.
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04/30/2026

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04/30/2026

This is a long one but...I had the most amazing couple walk through my door planning their wedding. Intrigued by the theme 1910 to 1935, It led me down a rabbit hole on the history of floral design.
I want to start with my brides bouquet. I had the pleasure of recreating a look that has largely been lost to time: the Lap Bouquet.
​Inspired by the iconic bridal flowers of Princess Alice, Duchess of Gloucester. Originally designed by Constance Spry this design moves away from the modern round or traditional cascade styles. It is actually designed to be cradled in the arms, but i did update it to a hand held, keeping the shape in a wide, horizontal design.
​Historically Curated Ingredients yessss.
​To ensure period accuracy, every element was chosen based on the popular botanicals found in high-society weddings of the early 20th century:
​White Roses & Spray Roses: The quintessential symbol of purity and timeless elegance.
​Peonies & Sweet Peas: Soft, romantic ruffles and a delicate fragrance that defined Edwardian and Art Deco weddings.
​Asparagus Fern & Bush Ivy: Airy, trailing greens that were the "it" foliage of the era, providing that signature light and wispy movement.
​I integrated "love knots"—silk ribbons that were a staple of vintage bouquets, symbolizing an unbreakable bond.
Transitioning from the late Edwardian period into the height of the Gatsby Age required a balance of abundance and structure. This lap bouquet isn't just an arrangement; it’s a piece of living history. Seeing it held against the backdrop of a 1920s-inspired gown truly felt like watching a vintage photograph come to life.
Vintage isn’t just a look; it’s a feeling and this was Period-accurate and perfectly romantic.