Barbara P.
Yelp
Short story: Attitude sent me right back out the door. I will never go back. Walked to
Doro's Annex Florist
180 9th Ave @20th
(212) 255-5639 and was VERY HAPPY with service and selection -same $$$
Long story: I have admired Florisity's artistry for years. I'm hosting a swanky shower and my budget is small - $150 was my starting point. I wanted one dazzler arrangement for the gift table, or maybe a few stems in a tall vase and a long, low something for the banquet table. I know this is a small order for a high-end place. I'm not an idiot -- so I called a week ahead and asked if this was even possible. A nice woman said yes, and gave me a day/time to come see her, to get an idea what they could do for my budget. I called this morning to confirm. She was at a wedding in the Hamptons! But they said another woman could help. So I left my house, in the rain, got on the subway, came down to their damn shop, excited to see what magic we could make. The new woman was very sweet. BUT THEN - she explained my request to a horrible little man who was a total douche. He was literally sneering at me "We can't guarantee what type of flower." I said "that was explained to me but I was told me to come in and get an idea..." He said, "well for $100 I could give you mainly branches." Can you imagine? I'm in sales, and it's a mystery to me that people stay in business, being so nasty. I would've gone up to $200 for a little courtesy, creativity and enthusiasm for our special event. OR - he could've said "you know, for your budget, I think you would be happier at another florist, let me recommend a few..."
Florisity- This order was small, but the 20 people attending the shower are wealthy NYers -- who knows where this small business could've lead? The wedding is at the Waldorf Astoria! I said "I came here because I've always admired the work, but your attitude is terrible and I don't want it polluting my memory of this special day. I'll find someone else." It's NYC - within walking distance was Doro's Annex and they were accommodating and lovely.