Pursuing Perfection: How to Beautifully Cut Costs on Venue Floral Arrangements by Key Considerations!

How Many Flowers Are Used in a Wedding?

Do you know how many flowers are used in a wedding? Bouquets, main tables, guest tables, bouquets for parents, decorations for the cake table and cake knife, microphones, glasses, and more... there are countless possibilities!

The floral arrangements for the wedding are not finalized until the day itself, and figuring out how to save costs for a wedding can be challenging, especially for first-time brides...

I Want to Have a Cute Wedding! But I Also Need to Save Money!

A wedding full of beautiful flowers is ideal, but adding all the options can lead to an astronomical estimate. I dislike the idea of heavily cutting costs and ending up with something unsatisfactory, but I also want to pursue some of my ideals! For brides-to-be, here are some budget-saving tips for flowers categorized by scene and item.

Basic Tips for Having a Wonderful Wedding on a Budget

Introducing four basic ways to save on wedding flowers! These tips are common across all items, so keep them in mind.

<Basic Tip #1 for Saving on Wedding Reception Costs>

If bringing in your own flowers is allowed, do so to save money ⇒ Since there is no markup from the wedding venue, it often becomes less expensive.

<Basic Tip #2 for Saving on Wedding Reception Costs>

Incorporate leaves and artificial flowers to save money ⇒ Greenery like leaves is cheaper than flowers, allowing you to easily add volume. Consider using artificial flowers when appropriate.

<Basic Tip #3 for Saving on Wedding Reception Costs>

Use non-floral items to save money ⇒ Use candles, table runners, or paper pom-poms to make the table more vibrant.

<Basic Tip #4 for Saving on Wedding Reception Costs>

Use seasonal flowers abundantly to save money ⇒ Flowers that are out of season can be 2 to 5 times more expensive, just like vegetables or fruits. Make good use of seasonal flowers!

Keeping these four points in mind, let's look at specific budget-saving tips for each item!

How to Have a Wonderful Wedding on a Budget: Tip #1 - Bouquets

Bouquets are very important items that the bride holds throughout the event. The best way to save on bouquets is to use the same bouquet instead of preparing a different one for the outfit change. By having one bouquet for both the wedding dress and colored dress, you can save the cost of one bouquet!

If you decide not to prepare a separate bouquet for the outfit change, I recommend wrapping a ribbon around the same bouquet to differentiate it. Long ribbons can serve as accents, giving the same bouquet a different look for visual variety!

Additionally, bouquets are relatively easy items to bring in. Many venues do not allow outside floral arrangements due to set-up, but surprisingly, some venues may allow you to bring in just the bouquet. Don’t hesitate to ask!

How to Have a Wonderful Wedding on a Budget: Tip #2 - Main Table

The best way to save on the main table is to reduce its area! A small bouquet on a large table can look lonely, while the same volume of flowers can appear fuller on a smaller table. Although changing the size of the head table may be difficult at some venues, it is definitely worth asking!

Additionally, since the flowers on the main table are rarely viewed closely, using artificial flowers can be a smart choice in this less scrutinized area. Artificial flowers are also cheaper, so if you want to boost volume, consider using them.

Instead of creating one large cluster, placing several smaller arrangements can also lead to savings. This approach gives a charming look rather than just a lavish one, and it’s a must for a natural wedding! Using items like candles or initial decorations to enhance the table's look is wonderful too!

How to Have a Wonderful Wedding on a Budget: Tip #3 - Guest Tables

For guest table floral arrangements, I recommend using several small arrangements rather than one large one. Using table runners, candles, seashells, or vintage books can fill in any gaps on the table and prevent it from looking sparse without relying solely on flowers.

Moreover, it’s more economical to use one table for about 8-9 people rather than having two separate tables for 4-5 people each. A larger table accommodates more guests and creates a lively atmosphere, so opting for a bigger table if possible can also be a good approach!

How to Have a Wonderful Wedding on a Budget: Tip #4 - Cake Area

A recommended method for the flowers around the cake is to consider minimizing or even eliminating them! Since the focus during the cake-cutting scene shifts to the first bite performance, you may not need to spend too much on cake decorations.

Instead of using flowers for the cake knife, consider using a ribbon, as this can reduce costs significantly. Guests won’t see the cake knife closely, so it’s not necessary to worry too much about it.

How to Have a Wonderful Wedding on a Budget: Tip #5 - Bouquet Presentation

Presenting a commemorative bouquet to parents does not need to be overly elaborate. A smaller bouquet will not bother anyone, and simply giving your mother a memorable flower or your father a boutonnière is perfectly fine.

What’s important during the bouquet presentation is the "thought" behind it. Instead of just getting large flowers, choosing ones that your mother likes or in her preferred colors will bring more joy. Preserved flowers that can be enjoyed for a long time are lovely too!

Saving on Flowers for a Lovely Wedding: Other Small Floral Arrangements

Other flowers can include arrangements for the microphone used by the MC, arrangements for the stand microphone used during guests' speeches, and flowers for the torch held during the candle service and the glasses of the newlyweds.

Couples who want to save on their wedding can consider removing these flowers. Since everything is optional, if you’re not particular about floral arrangements, upgrading the guests' meals or favors would likely be appreciated more!

Save Where You Can in Floral Arrangements for a Beautiful Wedding ♡

Wedding flowers can surprisingly add up... But there are areas where you can cut costs significantly. Without realizing it, you might be tempted to include everything, but it’s important to decisively eliminate unnecessary elements!

Choose the flowers that you need, and let’s create a beautiful wedding together!

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