Your wedding budget is one of the most important things to consider when planning your wedding: it will serve as your guide for all other decisions. Traditionally, a floral budget will account for 10% of your total wedding budget.
Listed below are tiered breakdowns of the average expenses for wedding flowers, along with the corresponding items you can anticipate within each budget range. Keep in mind, these are general guidelines rather than actual rules, as every couple is unique.
While budgeting is primarily associated with expenses, it's important to also take into consideration the budgeting of time. I've included an estimated completion time for each of the tiered packages, so you'll also be able to factor in when to start your flower order.
Under $1,500
Packages in this price range can include a bridal bouquet and groom's boutonniere, as well as bouquets and boutonnieres for 1-2 attendants each. If you have more attendants or wish to include centerpieces, you'll need to adjust the sizes and/or simplify the floral varieties.
With a wedding flower budget under $1500, you're able to choose from the a la carte options and/or a custom bride and groom set.
Estimated time to complete your flowers: 3-6 months
$1,500 - $2,500
This next tier allows the option for a fully customized package, and often includes full wedding party flowers for the bride, groom, 3-4 attendants each, and possibly flower girls and ring bearers. As with the previous tier, if you have a larger wedding party or want to add centerpieces, you may need to adjust the sizes and/or simplify the floral varieties.
Estimated time to complete your flowers: 6-8 months
$2,500 - $3,500
If your budget falls in this price range, your package often includes custom wedding party flowers for the bride and groom, 3-4 attendants each, flower girls and ring bearers, some ceremony decor, small reception centerpieces, and possibly larger centerpieces for the main table.
Estimated time to complete your flowers: 7-9 months
$3,500 - $5,000+
A larger budget naturally allows you to include more items and in larger sizes. A package in this tier may include custom wedding party flowers for the bride and groom, with 6-8 attendants each, ushers, flower girls and ring bearers, ceremony decor, reception centerpieces, larger centerpieces for your head table, guest favors, etc.
Estimated time to complete your flowers: 9+ months