How Much Do Wedding Flowers Cost? A Guide to Planning Your Flower Budget
You've found your dream venue, started looking at dresses and probably have a Pinterest board overflowing with gorgeous wedding flower ideas.
But then comes the question nobody particularly enjoys asking...
How much are all these wedding flowers actually going to cost?
It's one of those parts of wedding planning where prices can vary enormously. One couple might spend a few hundred pounds on bouquets and buttonholes, while another could spend thousands decorating their entire venue.
And the confusing part?
Both could end up with absolutely beautiful flowers.
The good news is that you don't need an enormous flower budget to create something special.
Whether you're dreaming of a simple bridal bouquet, flowers for your whole wedding party or beautiful arrangements throughout your venue, understanding what affects the cost can help you make the most of your money.
So let's break it down.
How Much Do Wedding Flowers Cost in the UK?
There's no single answer because every wedding is different.
As a general guide, UK wedding flower budgets can range from a few hundred pounds for personal flowers and simple decorations to several thousand pounds for elaborate venue styling.
The amount you spend will depend on:
- How many bouquets and buttonholes you need
- The types of flowers you choose
- Whether you want fresh or artificial flowers
- The size and complexity of your arrangements
- How much of your venue you'd like to decorate
- Whether you're buying or hiring larger displays
- Delivery, setup and collection requirements
A couple wanting a bridal bouquet, two bridesmaid bouquets and a few buttonholes will naturally have a very different budget from someone planning floral arches, aisle arrangements and centrepieces for fifteen tables.
The important thing is deciding what matters most to you rather than feeling you need flowers everywhere.
1. How Much Does a Bridal Bouquet Cost?
Your bridal bouquet is often the most personal floral arrangement of the whole wedding.
It's the one you'll carry down the aisle, hold during your photographs and probably spend months imagining.
With traditional fresh wedding flowers, bridal bouquets commonly cost upwards of £100, with larger or more elaborate designs costing considerably more.
Artificial bouquets can vary just as much depending on the flowers, size and design.
At The Bloomery @33, our bespoke artificial bridal bouquets start from just £35, with larger bouquets starting from £45.
Statement bouquets and cascading designs are priced individually because they can vary so much in size and complexity.
And the lovely thing?
Your bouquet is yours to keep after the wedding.
Pop it in a vase, display it at home or store it safely as a keepsake from your special day.
2. How Much Do Bridesmaid Bouquets Cost?
Bridesmaid bouquets are usually smaller than the bridal bouquet, although that doesn't mean they have to be any less beautiful.
Some couples choose matching bouquets for all their bridesmaids.
Others prefer slightly different flowers or colours that complement each bridesmaid's dress.
Traditional fresh bridesmaid bouquets can often cost around £50–£100 each, depending on the florist and design.
At The Bloomery, our artificial bridesmaid bouquets start from £20 each, with larger designs starting from £25.
And because they're artificial, your bridesmaids can take them home afterwards as a lovely reminder of your wedding.
3. What About Buttonholes?
Buttonholes might be small, but they're a lovely way to tie the wedding party's outfits together.
You might want one for the groom, best man, groomsmen, fathers or other special family members.
At The Bloomery, our prices start from:
- Groom's buttonhole – £6
- Standard buttonholes – £5 each, or £4 each when ordering five or more
- Pocket buttonholes – from £6
- Ladies' buttonholes – £5
You can also make the groom's buttonhole slightly different from the others.
Perhaps it includes an extra flower, a different colour or something that matches the bridal bouquet.
It's a small detail, but one that can make everything feel beautifully coordinated.
4. Don't Forget Flower Girls and Corsages
These are the little extras that couples sometimes forget when making their initial flower budget.
Flower girls might carry a small posy or a floral wand.
Mums, grandmothers and other special guests may prefer a wrist corsage or ladies' buttonhole.
At The Bloomery, flower girl posies and wands start from £10, and wrist corsages also start from £10.
None of these items is compulsory.
Choose the ones that feel right for your wedding party rather than assuming everybody needs something.
5. How Much Do Wedding Venue Flowers Cost?
This is where wedding flower budgets can start growing quite quickly!
It's one thing to buy a few bouquets and buttonholes.
It's another to decorate an entire ceremony and reception space.
Depending on your venue, you might be considering:
- A floral wedding arch or moongate
- Aisle chair flowers
- Registrar table arrangements
- Large statement arrangements
- Milk churn flowers
- Welcome sign or easel flowers
- Table centrepieces
- Top table or sweetheart table flowers
- Cake table decorations
You certainly don't need all of these!
But it's easy to see how the total can add up when you're choosing several different areas to decorate.
The size and complexity of each arrangement make a huge difference too.
A few simple bud vases on a table will cost considerably less than a large, elaborate floral centrepiece.
6. Could Hiring Your Venue Flowers Save Money?
Absolutely – and this is one of the things we particularly love about artificial wedding flowers.
Think about a beautiful floral arch.
It might look incredible behind you during your ceremony, but do you really want to buy the entire thing and then work out where to store it afterwards?
Probably not!
At The Bloomery, we offer larger artificial floral arrangements that can be hired rather than purchased.
That means you can enjoy statement flowers on your wedding day without needing to own them afterwards.
Your personal flowers, such as bouquets and buttonholes, are yours to keep.
Your larger venue arrangements can be collected after your wedding, ready to be enjoyed again.
It's a practical option for couples who want beautiful venue styling without filling their spare bedroom with flowers afterwards!
7. Reuse Your Ceremony Flowers at Your Reception
Here's one of our favourite wedding flower budgeting tips.
Make your flowers work twice as hard!
An arrangement used during your ceremony doesn't necessarily need to stay there all day.
Depending on the design, it might be possible to move it afterwards.
For example:
A registrar table arrangement could become part of your top table display.
Aisle flowers could be moved to reception tables.
Larger statement arrangements could frame your ceremony before being repositioned near your welcome sign or sweetheart table.
Of course, any moving of larger hired arrangements needs to be agreed with your supplier beforehand.
But with a little planning, you can create different looks throughout your wedding without paying for completely separate arrangements in every location.
8. Are Artificial Wedding Flowers Cheaper Than Fresh?
Not always – and it's worth being clear about that.
Good-quality artificial flowers still cost money to buy, and creating bespoke bouquets and arrangements takes time.
However, artificial flowers can offer some really useful budgeting advantages.
You aren't restricted to flowers that happen to be in season.
You can have your arrangements made in advance.
Your bouquets and buttonholes become keepsakes.
And you have the option of hiring larger venue displays.
At The Bloomery, we also aim to make bespoke artificial wedding flowers accessible to couples who want beautiful flowers without the traditional wedding price tag.
Because having a smaller budget shouldn't mean missing out on flowers you love.
9. What Would a Wedding Flower Order Actually Cost?
Sometimes it's easier to see a real example than read through a list of individual prices.
So imagine you're planning a wedding and need:
| Flowers | Price |
|---|---|
| Bridal bouquet | £35 |
| 3 bridesmaid bouquets | £60 |
| Groom's buttonhole | £6 |
| 4 standard buttonholes | £20 |
| 2 ladies' buttonholes | £10 |
| Total | £131 |
That's a bridal bouquet, three bridesmaid bouquets and seven buttonholes for £131, based on our starting prices.
And they're all artificial flowers that can be kept after the wedding.
Of course, this is an example rather than a personalised quote. Larger bouquets, additional flowers or more elaborate designs may cost extra, and delivery or postage is separate where applicable.
But it shows that you don't necessarily need hundreds and hundreds of pounds just to cover your wedding party's flowers.
10. 🌸 Want to Calculate Your Own Wedding Flower Costs?
Every wedding is different, so why not build an estimate based on the flowers you'd actually love?
Try our FREE Wedding Flower Cost Calculator to explore the starting prices for bridal bouquets, bridesmaid flowers, buttonholes and larger venue arrangements.
Choose your quantities, see your estimated total and experiment with your budget — all without any obligation to book!
11. How Can You Save Money on Wedding Flowers?
There are plenty of ways to make your flower budget stretch further without sacrificing the overall look of your wedding.
Choose your priorities. If your bridal bouquet is the most important thing to you, spend a little more on that and keep other arrangements simple.
Don't feel you need flowers everywhere. A few carefully positioned arrangements can have more impact than lots of tiny displays scattered around the venue.
Consider artificial flowers. Particularly if you want keepsakes or flowers that aren't naturally in season.
Hire larger arrangements. There's no need to buy a huge floral arch if you only want it for the wedding day.
Reuse arrangements. Look for opportunities to move ceremony flowers to suitable reception locations.
Ask about packages. Buying several items together may offer better value than choosing everything individually.
Be open about your budget. A good wedding flower supplier should be able to explain what's realistic and suggest alternatives if your original ideas are more expensive than expected.
12. Should You Choose a Wedding Flower Package?
Wedding flower packages can be a great option if you need several arrangements.
Rather than choosing every single item separately, packages bring together flowers that work well as a set.
At The Bloomery, we offer personal flower packages as well as venue flower hire packages, with savings compared with purchasing or hiring the included items individually.
But packages aren't right for everybody.
If you only need a bridal bouquet and a couple of buttonholes, there's no reason to pay for things you don't want.
Likewise, if you have a very specific vision, choosing individual arrangements might give you more flexibility.
The best option is whichever gives you the flowers you actually need.
13. Don't Forget Delivery and Setup Costs
One thing that's easy to overlook when comparing wedding flower quotes is how your flowers will get to you.
With fresh flowers, delivery and setup may need to happen close to the wedding ceremony.
Artificial flowers give you a little more flexibility.
At The Bloomery, we can post personal wedding flowers throughout the UK, with the aim of getting them to you around two weeks before your wedding.
That means your bouquets and buttonholes can be safely at home well before the big day.
For larger venue arrangements, we offer local delivery and setup around Southport and surrounding areas.
Delivery, setup and collection costs depend on your venue, the arrangements required and the distance involved.
Always check what's included when comparing quotes from different suppliers.
14. How Far in Advance Should You Book Your Wedding Flowers?
If you have a particular style in mind, it's worth starting the conversation sooner rather than later.
Bespoke artificial flowers still take time to plan, source and create.
You may need several different varieties of flowers, specific colours or particular finishing touches.
And if you're hiring larger venue arrangements, availability for your wedding date matters too.
At The Bloomery, we work with couples to develop their ideas and share photos and videos as their flowers come together.
That gives you the opportunity to see the designs before they're completed and make sure you're happy with the finished look.
Your Wedding Flowers, Your Budget
One thing we always want couples to know is that there isn't a minimum amount you have to spend to deserve beautiful wedding flowers.
Some couples want a simple bridal bouquet and a few buttonholes.
Others dream of floral arches, colourful aisle arrangements and statement displays throughout their venue.
Both are absolutely fine.
Your flowers should reflect your personality, your wedding style and what you're comfortable spending.
Not what somebody on Pinterest says a wedding should look like.
Final Thoughts
So, how much do wedding flowers cost?
The answer depends entirely on what you choose.
You can spend thousands creating elaborate floral displays, or you can keep things beautifully simple with a few carefully chosen arrangements.
At The Bloomery @33, we specialise in bespoke artificial wedding flowers, from bridal bouquets and buttonholes to larger ceremony and venue arrangements.
Based in Southport, we can post personal flowers throughout the UK and offer local venue flower delivery and setup. Get in touch today to have a no-obligation chat about your wedding flower vision for your big day.
Whether you've got a fully planned Pinterest board or just a rough idea of your colours, we're happy to chat through what's possible.
Because beautiful wedding flowers shouldn't have to mean an enormous wedding flower bill.
Beautiful Flowers Without the Wedding Price Tag.
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