15 Creative Ways to Save on Wedding Flowers

Minimalist bride? This less-is-more approach is very chic.

With one foolproof floral, you might consider buying blooms wholesale and DIY’ing yourself, which saves big-time on labor costs.

Psst: This bride got her wedding “blooms” for a dime at a local Hobby Lobby. And honestly? They look amazing.

Here’s an outside-the-box idea: Side hustle for a local florist in the months leading up to your wedding in order to earn credit—like this super-savvy bride did.

Greenery is typically much less expensive than blooms, and for extra savings, buy greens at cost and DIY them, like this talented bride did.

This inexpensive filler flower packs a lot of punch—and looks so very wedding-appropriate by virtue of its lacy quality.  

These guys are super easy to DIY and double as lovely little wedding favors.

With a tight budget, try micro versions of your dream arrangements. (They’re no less charming.)

The less distance your blooms have to travel, the more affordable they will be. (E.g.: The late summer wildflowers at your local nursery will be a wallet-savvy choice.)

Ferns, fronds, eucalyptus—it’s all gorgeous and it’s all pretty darn affordable.

Fact: This whimsical trend actually requires very little material.

Ask your friends and family first—then try asking about rentals at local nurseries.

We swoon for mini myrtle topiary.

Table runners, garlands, you name it. (With statement balloons doing the decor heavy work, you can scale back on pricey florals without sacrificing wow factor.)

With dishes taking up lots of tabletop real estate, you’ll have less room—and need—for florals. Food as décor? We’re all about it.