Flower Budget
March 28th, 2006 Posted in Wedding Planning and Ideas
In the past few years, the average amount of money spent on a wedding has almost doubled. However, that does not mean you have to break the bank when planning your special day.
If you are on a tight budget but still want to have a big day, look for various ways to cut costs without skimping on your plans.
Flowers are a great aspect of your wedding on which you can actually save. Here are some suggestions that will allow you to have beautiful blooms on your big day without overspending your budget.
- Look for in-season flowers that are grown locally. Not only are they inexpensive, but they also have a short distance to travel, so they’ll be nice and fresh when they arrive.
- Select a small, hand-tied bouquet rather than a large crescent bouquet. Smaller bouquets are cheaper, more sophisticated and easier to carry. No bride should have to worry about her arms collapsing in the middle of the ceremony from the weight of her flowers.
- Have your attendants carry a large single bloom rather than a bouquet. Calla lilies, South American Roses and large hydrangeas are all elegant choices.
- Choose small, delicate corsages for the mothers and boutonnires for the gentlemen. Herbs, dried flowers, leaves, berries and fabric are attractive and inexpensive touches.
- Add herbs to your arrangements. Herbs are an inexpensive element that will give your arrangements a little extra fullness, texture and fragrance.
Consider these ideas when choosing bouquets for your wedding day. These are great ways to have gorgeous arrangements without all the cost.