Everything you need to know before planning your wedding flowers.
Planning a wedding comes with plenty of decisions , and flowers are often one of the biggest visual investments you will make. From the bridal bouquet to the ceremony arbour and reception tables , your flowers help create the atmosphere for your entire day.
One of the first questions couple ask is :
"How much should we spend for our wedding flowers?"
The answer depends on your guest count, venue, style and floral preferences. In this guide I will break down realistic budgets , explain what affects the costs and share tips so you get the most from your floral investment.
Why Wedding Flowers Cost What They Do:
Not only are you paying for flowers but you are investing in :
- Premium fresh blooms
- Design expertise
- Hours of preparation
- Delivery
- Onsite set up
- Equipment hire
and for my business having me guide you along the way , being on my phone 24/7 for you and make sure everything runs smoothly.
Average Wedding Flower Budget for 2027 :
$1500 - $3000 Personal florals, simple ceremony florals. Seasonal blooms.
$3000 - $6000 Personal florals, simple ceremony florals, simple reception florals. Seasonal blooms and small amounts of luxe.
$6000 - $10,000 Personal florals , large installation florals for ceremony and reception. Luxe blooms, small amounts of seasonal.
What Makes the Biggest Difference to Your Budget ?
SEASONAL FLOWERS : Seasonal blooms are more affordable and are actually fresher! Nothing is imported overseas!
GUEST NUMBERS : More guests = more tables which = more flower centrepieces
CEREMONY INSTALLATIONS : Arbours, floral pillars and flower meadows require more flowers but they also require more labour and any additional labour from freelancers.
PREMIUM FLOWERS : The more luxe the flowers the more expensive. This is usually as they are imported from overseas and naturally cost more unfortunately.
Where I Suggest You Save Money !!!
CHOOSE SEASONAL !!! They will last a lot longer and they are still so beautiful.
Repurpose ceremony flowers for your reception. Double use it key !
Add candles in there as well as flowers for reception tables.
If wanting premium florals , do seasonal with a mix of premium.
Ready to Start Planning Your Wedding Flowers ?
I would love to hear about your vision and help create florals that suit your style and budget. Get in touch to book a consultation.