How to Save Money on Wedding Flowers: 5 Tips to Maximize Your Wedding Floral Budget in 2025

Discover how to save money on wedding flowers with 5 budget-friendly tips for stunning arrangements and decor without overspending!

5 Tips to Save on Wedding Flowers

Skip the Guest Table Flowers – Opt for Candles Instead

One of the most common (and unnecessary) places to spend your floral budget is on guest table arrangements. While fresh flowers on every table can be lovely, they can quickly add up, especially when you factor in the number of tables at your wedding. Instead of having flowers on every single table, consider opting for candles—whether it’s pillar candles, tea lights, or candelabras. Candles create a romantic, warm ambiance that pairs beautifully with any floral touches you choose for other parts of the venue.

If you want to add a small floral element to the tables, consider bud vases. This approach will help you achieve a sophisticated look while you save money on wedding flowers.

Keep Your Bridal Party Small

A large bridal party can mean a lot of extra bouquets, boutonnieres, and floral accessories. The more people involved, the more flowers you’ll need to budget for. Instead of going all out with a big crew, consider keeping your bridal party small. Not only does this save on floral costs, but it also creates a more intimate, streamlined wedding experience. A smaller group allows for higher-quality flowers in your bouquet and centerpieces, without feeling spread thin.

Repurpose Ceremony Florals for the Reception

One of the easiest ways to stretch your floral budget is to repurpose the flowers used in your ceremony for the reception. Many florists (myself included!) offer packages that include both ceremony and reception flowers, allowing you to maximize what’s already being used.

Plinths & Aisle Florals: If you’re using floral arrangements on plinths or down the aisle for your ceremony, these can easily be moved to the reception area. For example, place the florals from your ceremony at the entrance of the reception venue, near the bar, cake table, or bridal table to keep the theme consistent. It’s a great way to reuse beautiful arrangements, so you’re getting more for your money.

By planning ahead and discussing this with your florist, you’ll be able to seamlessly transition your flowers from the ceremony to the reception, ensuring that the space feels cohesive without doubling the cost.

Add a Few Bud Vases

Sprinkle Bud Vases Throughout the Reception Venue for an Elegant Look!

Instead of covering every table with a large floral arrangement, sprinkle a few bud vases of flowers around the reception venue. These can be placed on guest tables, the bar, or window sills for an understated yet elegant look. You don’t need an abundance of flowers to create a stunning atmosphere—just a few thoughtfully placed vases will add a touch of beauty and texture to the space.

This is an especially cost-effective way to showcase flowers without breaking the bank. You can fill these small vases with inexpensive, long-lasting blooms or greenery that add visual interest without overwhelming the space.

Wrapping Station: A Floral Party Favor

Give your guests a unique and personal touch by offering a wrapping station as a party favor. Set up a small station with floral wrapping paper, ribbons, and scissors, and invite guests to take home a stem or two from your floral arrangements. Not only does this provide a beautiful, sustainable party favor, but it also reduces floral waste. Plus, your guests will love having a special memento from your big day.

You can set up the station near the exit or in a designated area at the reception, and provide them with instructions on how to wrap their flowers. This is an affordable way to keep the floral magic going and to share the beauty of your blooms with your loved ones.

How to Get the Most Out of Your Wedding Flower Budget

Maximizing your floral wedding budget doesn’t mean you have to skimp on beauty or style. By being strategic with your flower choices, repurposing ceremony florals, and getting creative with simple, elegant touches, you can have the wedding of your dreams without breaking the bank. As a florist who’s been helping couples create gorgeous floral designs for years, I know that with a little planning and thoughtful decision-making, your wedding flowers can be as stunning as they are budget-friendly.

Happy planning, and here’s to a beautiful and budget-friendly wedding day! 🌸