Welcome to Brides & Buttons, a blog for the DIY bride and brides on a budget!
Since it's May, I thought I'd do a post about flowers! (So original, I know.) But seriously, going to the florist can be quite daunting. I've compiled some tips and tricks to help you bring the cost of your wedding flowers down.
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#1. Reuse your bridesmaids' bouquets as centerpieces
To me, this one makes so much sense. An average bridesmaid's bouquet costs around $60 and is only seen during the ceremony. Cut your costs in half by using the bouquets as centerpieces.
If you use a garland to decorate your ceremony arch, that can do double duty as well. Use the garland to decorate your sweethearts' table or the cake table.
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#2. Use one big bloom
Sometimes, something simple makes more of a statement. Pick one big bloom for a knockout effect. Got your heart set on a big bouquet for yourself? Consider using this trick for your girls' bouquets instead, or for centerpieces.
#3. Use paper
Paper flowers are easy to make, inexpensive, and more durable. Plus, they make a unique and whimsical alternative to regular flowers. Check Pinterest for tutorials on different favorites, like peonies, hydrangeas, or roses.
Don't love the look of paper flowers? Add a few silk flowers into your bouquet or your decor to bring down the total overall cost without sacrifice the smell and look of real flowers.
#4. Think outside the box
There are so many beautiful ways to decorate a space, and flowers are just one of them. These lanterns make a cute substitute for costly flowers, and can be saved as a decorative memento. Some other ideas? A bouquet made of brooches, a backdrop made of ribbons, or a centerpiece from a stack of books.
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#5. Know your seasons
Knowing what flowers are in season can save you big bucks. A single peony, for example, costs about $10 in June and $20 in January. (Keep in mind, prices and seasons may also vary slightly due to geographic location). I love the Seasonal Flower Guide on Green Wedding Shoes.
Know your look-a-likes too! A peony can range from $10-$20, but a similar-looking garden rose or cabbage rose will look the same and runs about $6 per stem, year-round. A good florist will work with you to find look-a-likes that are in your price range. Let your florist know you're open to suggestions.
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Use filler flowers wisely! Some flowers just give you more bang for your buck! Hydrangeas make a bigger statement for less money by carrying more blooms per stem. Other inexpensive filler flowers can be gorgeous on their own too. I love baby's breath, dusty miller, and eucalyptus. Again, look for a florist who is willing to work with you to bring the cost down through fun and pretty substitutes!
I hope these suggestions help you as you're planning your wedding! It's your dream day, but that doesn't mean it has to cost a fortune.
Questions or suggestions? Let me hear them in the comments!
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