Wedding Supplier Spotlight: Flower Matters

In the recent events where I was the make up artist for fabulous people, I had the opportunity to work alongside talented photographers and videographers, awesome couturiers, and efficient coordinators. It was noteworthy that in almost all of the events, one supplier was a consistent favorite among clients- Flower Matters.

The exceptional events styling capabilities of Flower Matters can bring to life concepts that used to be just a dream. Truly, attending an event handled by Flower Matters can be a surreal experience. I was pleased to learn that a fellow doctor is one of the key personalities behind the successful venture, an eloquent one at that. I was happy to find a colleague doing well in the wedding business, but even more delighted to know that he is very accommodating and witty articulating his thoughts.

Dr. Don Avila Duero is an internist from Cagayan de oro who is also one of the creative minds behind Flower Matters. He says that doing business on the side provides him a larger canvas to explore and a more adventurous career path. At the same time, he credits it to his medicine degree the abilities to understand people better and approach them properly. With his crazy schedule, I was fortunate enough to be given this chance to interview him for this blog feature. People are landing on my blog searching for Flower Matters, so I feel I have a duty to provide you with more information about their services.

Here is our little chitchat with Dr. Don Duero:

Who are the people behind Flower Matters?

The people behind FM (Flower Matters) are a team of talented and creative individuals; sensitive and insightful to the needs of our clients. Mr. Erbie Misa with several years in floral arrangement executes my conceptual ideas, which are based on the needs and stipulations of the client. Our creative team of men and women are adept at creative applications and design execution.

How did you end up in event styling? Were you always this creative?

I would like to think that every individual can be creative; but my getting into event styling stems from a keen eye for detail and harmonious use of materials to come up with a style unique for each and every client FM cater to.

Who or what are your inspirations for coming up with grandiose designs?

Every project that is undertaken by FM for clients is looked upon as a challenge of not only pleasing the wishes of the client but making certain that the event, and execution of the design pertinent to the event, is wonderfully memorable for the client.

Do you still practice as a physician? Given the choice between being a doctor and an event stylist, which would you prefer?

I have been practicing as an internal medicine specialist in CDO for the past 8 years. My stint as creative guru of Flower Matters some 4 years back was a pleasant surprise not only to myself but came about as a relief valve of some sorts from the rigors of medical practice. Most of the time we are interacting with patients. We have little social life. The hospital/clinic atmosphere is filled with depression and agony where we spend most of our time. On the other hand, a business atmosphere is lively and dynamic. One is constantly interacting with large number of individuals and with every communication, he is learning new things.

So when they ask me why do some doctors leave the scalpel for corporate boardrooms? Personally, the business world where i am in now helps me remove my mental blocks and gives me wider perspective, making me receptive to change. Before, I had a very tubular vision, but the new atmosphere altered it. So far, I have managed to thrive in both endeavors quite adequately. And happily...I am a Physician by profession but perhaps an event stylist by design (pun intended).

What's the best part about running Flower Matters?

The best part of the business is not only being able to satisfy the needs of our clients but seeing that the concept agreed upon by us and the client satisfies the event, making an excellent mark on their guests. This translates on a job well done for us at FLOWER MATTERS.

What's the most challenging part? How do you deal with demanding clients?

Every project undertaken by Flower Matters  is a challenge we at FM deem necessary if only to satisfy the creative needs of our clientele. It is our delight to please and try to address demands made by our clients - this is paramount in our business philosophy of not only catering to the needs of the clients but also to be able to meet his or her demands within the scope of his budgetary parameters.

If a client wants to avail of your services, does he/she have to be wealthy to afford it?

We welcome EVERYONE who are discerning in their creative and event needs - and those who demand the best that FLOWER MATTERS can offer. They may reach us at telephone number 0919-835-2479 or email us at Flower_Matters@yahoo.com, or message me at my facebook account drdonduero@yahoo.com, or perhaps visit our shop at the following areas:

Cagayan de Oro:
Ground Floor of Maternity Hospital, infront of Gaston Park, J.Gaerlan St, Cagayan de Oro City

Butuan:
M.Calo St., fronting United Bookstore, Butuan City.

Below are some pictures of the events that they handled. These might convince you to have your wedding in Cagayan de Oro even if you're from some place else because it's in CDO  where the rates are lower but the quality of services rendered are world-class:

City-dwelling hipster theme for Carrot and Hadj Wedding. Photos by Bon Aserios:

Nautical setting for Aikaye Bollozos' Debut. Photos from Dr. Duero:

Nikka and Jeremy Heavenly Wedding. Photos from Dr. Duero:

Pretty sight for débutante Camille Montesines. Photos from Dr. Duero:



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