Your UK Wedding Flower Budget: A Practical Guide

Wedding ceremony flowers at Royal Welsh college of Music and Drama (Photographer: https://katestuartphotography.com/

Planning your wedding flowers doesn't have to be overwhelming. Let's break down how to create a beautiful floral experience while staying within your budget, using Flowers, I do as a reference.

Step 1: Set Your Overall Budget

• Determine the total amount you're comfortable spending on flowers. Remember, this is an investment in the ambiance of your wedding.

• Flowers, I do's typical range is £1200-£2500, keep this in mind when making your own budget.

Step 2: Understand the Starting Points

• Visit the Flowers, I do price guide to get an idea of starting prices:

  • Bridal Bouquets: From £125

  • Bridesmaid Bouquets: From £70

  • Venue Flowers (Table centrepiece): From £85

  • Cake Flowers: From £35

  
  

Step 3: Prioritise Your Floral Needs

• Must-Haves: Bridal & bridesmaid bouquets, ceremony flowers, buttonholes, reception centrepieces.

• Nice-to-Haves: Church flowers, cake flowers, extra venue décor.

• Allocate your budget accordingly. For example, if your bridal bouquet is a priority, allocate a larger portion of your budget to it.

Step 4: Explore Budget-Friendly Options

• Seasonal Flowers: Choose flowers that are in season to reduce costs.

• Repurpose: Use ceremony flowers as reception decor.

• Smaller Arrangements: Opt for smaller, impactful arrangements instead of large, elaborate ones.

• Focus Points: choose a few key areas to focus your floral budget, like the bridal bouquet, and the main reception table.

Step 5: Schedule a Consultation

• Take advantage of Flowers, I do's complimentary consultation.

• Bring your budget and vision to the table.

• Discuss your priorities and explore options with the florist.

• A consultation will help you to get a firm quote, and to make sure that the florist understands your vision.

Step 6: Review and Adjust

• After the consultation, review the quote and make any necessary adjustments.

• Don't be afraid to ask your florist for suggestions on how to reduce costs.

Key Takeaway:

• Planning your wedding flower budget is about making informed choices.

• Using the Flowers, I do price guide as a starting point, and having a consultation will help you to create beautiful wedding flowers that fit your budget.