Want to save money on your wedding flowers?
Consider these unique flower options and alternatives.
No matter what your wedding priorities are, there are multiple ways you can cut back on costs for any aspect of a wedding day. When it comes to wedding flowers, there are several unique strategies we’ve outlined below that will allow you to have beautiful flowers on a budget. From renting silk flowers, sharing arrangements with other couples, and/or being strategic in your choices, you can pull off a lovely floral look for less.
Select a Pre-Made Designer Collection
The Bouqs
Want a designer floral collection at a price that feels right to you? The Bouqs has partnered with bridal designer Monique Lhullier to bring savvy couples high-end style in pre-arranged or DIY package options!
There are many different styles and themes to choose from, and you can select the package that suits your needs in terms of quantities. You can get stunning wedding flowers with designer style, done for you, and still on a reasonable budget!
Just like their gift flowers, all wedding orders from The Bouqs are cut-and-shipped direct from the farm. They arrive fresher, last longer and save couples up to 80% vs. a traditional florist!
Learn more about the wedding packages available from The Bouqs:
Rent Your Wedding Flowers
Something Borrowed Blooms
If you want a lush, luxurious look for less, then using silk floral arrangements might be the perfect choice for you! Something Borrowed Blooms is a rent-and-return silk floral boutique, offering numerous floral collections to match any wedding style, theme or season.
By choosing to use silk flowers, you can get large, luxe blooms like peonies for half price of the real thing. Plus– you don’t have to worry about what floral styles are actually in-season during the month of your wedding.
Learn more about Something Borrowed Blooms wedding flower packages:
Get Guided DIY Wedding Flower Advice
Bloom Culture Flowers
If you want to arrange your own wedding flowers but could use a little guidance, then Bloom Culture Flowers might be the best option for you! Get expert advice on DIYing your flowers with a complete game-plan to get you down the aisle with style. They’ll even place your floral order and have the fresh blooms delivered to your door, complete with flower recipes for each arrangement.
Their exclusive library of DIY tutorials cut the guesswork out and teach you the techniques you need to make your wedding flowers look like they were done by a pro. Best of all, their brides can save 50-60% on their flowers compared to using a traditional florist, and 15% more than the average DIY bride!
Learn more about the DIY guided wedding flower packages from Bloom Culture Flowers:
Get Access to Real-Time Event Flowers
Bouquet for a Day
Now, we think this is a truly unique way to save money on your wedding flowers! Re-use the floral arrangements from other weddings or events in your area with Bouquet for a Day!
Their innovative platform allows you to find and take advantage of pre-arranged flowers from other local events. Just input your event details and you’ll see a local map displaying neighboring events. You’ll be able to browse events happening within 3 days of yours that want to share flowers. It’s a great way to keep event costs down, as well as avoiding the waste of those beautiful arrangements. Best of all– it’s free to use!
Learn more about Bouquet for a Day and how to get access to event flowers in your area:
Be Strategic in Your Flower Selection with these tips:
Buy Wholesale Flowers in Bulk to DIY
Choose Flowers that are In-Season
Choose baby’s breath and greenery
Choose cost-effective blooms
1. Buy Wholesale Flowers in Bulk
Save money on flowers by ordering them in bulk and DIYing them yourself! Check out our recommendations for where to buy bulk flowers online for your wedding!
2. Choose In-Season Flowers
Selecting flowers that are in-season is a great way to reduce your expenses. Seasonal flowers are more readily available so they tend to cost less. Learn which flowers are in-season during your wedding month.
3. Use fillers to bulk up your arrangements
Another way to reduce the cost of your fresh blooms is to use as much filler as possible. Stems like baby’s breath and greenery make for great fillers to beef up your arrangements for less.
4. Choose cost-effective blooms
There are certain flower types that are known for being more affordable than others. Generally speaking, carnations and gypsophilia are always an affordable choice.
Strive to be Savvy with these Simple Wedding Flower Choices!
We hope this post inspires you to seek out cost-saving alternatives that work for you and your wedding plans!
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