Your Guide to Crafting a Luxurious Floral Experience for Your $10,000 Wedding Day Flower Budget
When planning a wedding, flowers play a crucial role in creating a magical and romantic atmosphere. If you ask me, on the wedding day priority list, flowers are second only to a skilled photographer. Okay, third - food is really important, too! Regardless, allocating the perfect budget for flowers allows you to express your style and enhance the overall aesthetic of your big day. With a $10,000 flower budget, there are numerous possibilities to create a stunning floral display that will leave a lasting impression. Assuming an average guest count of 125, let's explore the various elements and options that a wedding couple can consider to make the most of their budget.
Bridal Bouquets, Maid Bouquets, Boutonnieres and Corsages - $1,000
Invest in a beautiful bridal bouquet that complements the bride's dress and overall theme.
Select lovely bouquets for the bridesmaids that complement the bridal bouquet. Have a large wedding party (>6)? Talk to your florist about how to stay within the budget but still have beautiful flowers for those knockout wedding party photos.
Scrap the boutonnieres and corsages. In my eyes, these are ancillary and often take up precious budget. No one comes to the wedding for the corsages, so it’s okay to leave this to the ‘if we have money leftover list’.
Ceremony Decor - $1,800
Create a breathtaking backdrop for the ceremony that can serve a dual purpose, such as elegant, tall centerpieces on pedestals or a floor arch. The ceremony is short, so while we want those stunning ceremony photos, it’s important that these flowers that will be used for 30 minutes, also get use at the reception.
Line the aisle with fresh petals and/or candles, but only include the candles if you’re having an evening or indoor ceremony in a dimly lit space. Candles in the daytime are a waste.Â
Reception Decor - $5,500
Allocate about 50% of this category towards a ceiling floral installation or grand estate table for a whimsical and enchanting ambiance that will wow your guests all night long. Because most of the evening will be spent at the reception, it makes sense to spend much of the budget here.
Remember those dual purpose ceremony florals? Now is the time to put them to work, again. Depending on what you chose, the ceremony florals can now also be sweetheart table decor, guest table arrangements, or frame the dance floor.
For the remaining guest tables, opt for beautiful table centerpieces that reflect your style and theme, but be sure to mix and match with candles, tall pieces and low pieces. Variety is key here.Â
Taxes and Day-of Labor - $1,500
In addition to sales taxes, transforming your day into your dreams requires a full team to do the set-up, move florals from the ceremony to the reception and breakdown at night once the fun ends. The total amount here will greatly depend on your individual floral choices, but can range between 10-15% of the overall budget.Â
Additional Decor Elements - Leftover Budget
Don’t forget to surprise and delight by including some unexpected floral elements. What made you fall in love with your venue? Are there beautiful doors you’d like to highlight with a timeless wreath? Maybe there is a vintage fountain that could use some flowers? Don’t forget to also give your signage some love. Adding these additional elements will elevate your event and create a seamless transition from the outside to the inside.
Cakes love flowers too, and I have a whole blog post dedicated to the many ways to decorate cakes with flowers while keeping safe. Check it out here.
A $10,000 flower budget is a moderate level budget and will provide great opportunities for you to transform your wedding into a floral wonderland. By working with an experienced floral designer, you can strategically allocate funds to a few focal areas, and incorporate seamless accenting florals to achieve a cohesive and visually stunning celebration. The key is to work closely with a talented florist who understands the vision and can bring it to life within the specified budget. With careful planning and creativity, a memorable and truly stunning wedding day is possible. Ready to chat about your vision? Inquire with us today.