Good Morning ladies. I have my first appointment for flowers tomorrow.
Does anyone know what is considered 'average' for a budget for flowers? I really have no idea how much it should cost.
I have six bridesmaids, seven groomsmen, My Mom, Grooms's mom, No flowers at the church and 150 people at the reception (figure 15 tables).
I am afraid they will ask me this question ('What's your budget') and I really don't know what it is supposed to cost! I know it is depending on what flowers you choose, sizes of arrangements, etc. But could you let me know what your budgets are/what your flowers have cost?
Thanks in advance! Gina
barbeik005
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What type of flowers are you interested in? Are you looking for high or low centerpieces?
SMDC2012
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It really depends on what you want to spend and what you are comfortable spending. I didn't want to spend anymore than $2,000 on flowers since we're on a budget and paying ourselves. I went to one place and they basically laughed and said I wouldn't get far with that, then came in over that amount. I went to 4 other places and they all were able to come in under that amount, some more than others. On average I would say low centerpieces should be about $60-65 and high should be about $110-115. I have basically the same amount of people in my bridal party, 10 low centerpieces, flowers for my escort card table and mine came in at about $1200. But you could spend $5000+ depending on what flowers you want and all the extras you may want.
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My budget was at or below 2,000. I did not want to go over 2,000 at all. I agree that it all depends on what you want for your wedding (type of flower and type of centerpiece). I am not a flower person so I just wanted something simple and elegant in terms of the type of flower. I am getting 10 high centerpieces(w/ large long-stem white calla lilies & purple dendro orchids), my bouquet, 5 BM bouquet, 2 flower girl bouquets, 9 boutineers, 3 corsages, throw away bouquet and flowers for the cake for $1,650. Which I was very please with in case we need to add 1-2 extra centerpieces, I am still under the budget :) HTH
HSsweethearts
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We spent about $4500 on me, 2 MOH, 2 BM, 15 High CP, ceremony flowers and some extras.
Pinkisles
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Posted by barbeik005
What type of flowers are you interested in? Are you looking for high or low centerpieces?
For the bouquets I would like roses and gerber daisies.
For the centerpieces I actually like the cylinder vases filled with water with the orchids INSIDE.
Pinkisles
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Posted by SMDC2012
It really depends on what you want to spend and what you are comfortable spending. I didn't want to spend anymore than $2,000 on flowers since we're on a budget and paying ourselves. I went to one place and they basically laughed and said I wouldn't get far with that, then came in over that amount. I went to 4 other places and they all were able to come in under that amount, some more than others. On average I would say low centerpieces should be about $60-65 and high should be about $110-115. I have basically the same amount of people in my bridal party, 10 low centerpieces, flowers for my escort card table and mine came in at about $1200. But you could spend $5000+ depending on what flowers you want and all the extras you may want.
Thanks so much for your response! I think that about $2000 is my budget too. You gave great info. Thanks again :)
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Posted by pinkbunny
My budget was at or below 2,000. I did not want to go over 2,000 at all. I agree that it all depends on what you want for your wedding (type of flower and type of centerpiece). I am not a flower person so I just wanted something simple and elegant in terms of the type of flower. I am getting 10 high centerpieces(w/ large long-stem white calla lilies & purple dendro orchids), my bouquet, 5 BM bouquet, 2 flower girl bouquets, 9 boutineers, 3 corsages, throw away bouquet and flowers for the cake for $1,650. Which I was very please with in case we need to add 1-2 extra centerpieces, I am still under the budget :) HTH
Thanks so much for your input! Really helpful information :)
Pinkisles
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Posted by HSsweethearts
We spent about $4500 on me, 2 MOH, 2 BM, 15 High CP, ceremony flowers and some extras.
May I ask who you used? That seems very high based on the other girls responses. You can FM me if you don't want to share on the boards.
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Try your local florist. I was quoted through some of the big named companies listed on here and was floored. I only wanted to spend $1500. I am doing candles (buying them on my own 7 supplying all glassware and candles, just wanted a submerged orchid for them). Everyone quoted me insane proces, even with the glassware (most only knocking off $10/centerpiece). For the heck of it I visited my local florist who will set them up for me as long as I buy the flowers. My quote was $1200 to set up 20 candle centerpieces/orchids, my BOK, 6 BM, 1 JR, 12 bout's, 2 MOM's cors, 1 stepmom, 2 godmother, 2 grandma. It's def worth checking out to save!!
Pinkisles
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Posted by Kristin31613
Try your local florist. I was quoted through some of the big named companies listed on here and was floored. I only wanted to spend $1500. I am doing candles (buying them on my own 7 supplying all glassware and candles, just wanted a submerged orchid for them). Everyone quoted me insane proces, even with the glassware (most only knocking off $10/centerpiece). For the heck of it I visited my local florist who will set them up for me as long as I buy the flowers. My quote was $1200 to set up 20 candle centerpieces/orchids, my BOK, 6 BM, 1 JR, 12 bout's, 2 MOM's cors, 1 stepmom, 2 godmother, 2 grandma. It's def worth checking out to save!!
Thanks so much for the input and advice.
Where are you getting your glassware from? I saw a few places online but am still looking.
HSsweethearts
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Posted by Pinkisles
Posted by HSsweethearts
We spent about $4500 on me, 2 MOH, 2 BM, 15 High CP, ceremony flowers and some extras.
May I ask who you used? That seems very high based on the other girls responses. You can FM me if you don't want to share on the boards.
I used Flowers By Brian
ETA, I think it might have come to less since our original quote was for more tables, but it was definitely over $4000.
The flowers were absolutely incredible though.
Pinkisles
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Posted by Pinkisles
Posted by HSsweethearts
We spent about $4500 on me, 2 MOH, 2 BM, 15 High CP, ceremony flowers and some extras.
May I ask who you used? That seems very high based on the other girls responses. You can FM me if you don't want to share on the boards.
I used Flowers By Brian
ETA, I think it might have come to less since our original quote was for more tables, but it was definitely over $4000.
The flowers were absolutely incredible though.
May I ask what kind of flowers they were?
SMDC2012
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For the bouquets I would like roses and gerber daisies.
For the centerpieces I actually like the cylinder vases filled with water with the orchids INSIDE.
I'm actually doing gerber daisies and roses for centerpieces and for the bouquets I am doing all gerber daisies as they are my favorite. Keep in mind if you want to preserve your bouquet you probably won't be able to with the gerbers. I contacted a place about having my FGs bouquet (all gerbers) made into something and they said they can't preserve gerber daisies as they won't last at all.
If you're interested in who I am using send me FM and I'll send their info.
Pinkisles
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Posted by SMDC2012
For the bouquets I would like roses and gerber daisies.
For the centerpieces I actually like the cylinder vases filled with water with the orchids INSIDE.
I'm actually doing gerber daisies and roses for centerpieces and for the bouquets I am doing all gerber daisies as they are my favorite. Keep in mind if you want to preserve your bouquet you probably won't be able to with the gerbers. I contacted a place about having my FGs bouquet (all gerbers) made into something and they said they can't preserve gerber daisies as they won't last at all.
If you're interested in who I am using send me FM and I'll send their info.
I don't plan to preserve it, but I will FM you. Thanks!
FutureMrsMartin
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My budget was 2,000 too. I went to dististinctive and came in under budget.You should check them out. I also heard b*rtons is very affordable too!
HSsweethearts
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Posted by HSsweethearts
Posted by Pinkisles
Posted by HSsweethearts
We spent about $4500 on me, 2 MOH, 2 BM, 15 High CP, ceremony flowers and some extras.
May I ask who you used? That seems very high based on the other girls responses. You can FM me if you don't want to share on the boards.
I used Flowers By Brian
ETA, I think it might have come to less since our original quote was for more tables, but it was definitely over $4000.
The flowers were absolutely incredible though.
May I ask what kind of flowers they were?
They told me they don't really charge based on flowers but my CPS has a LOT of roses, stargazer lillies, hydrangea, orchid, etc
Pinkisles
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Posted by FutureMrsMartin
My budget was 2,000 too. I went to dististinctive and came in under budget.You should check them out. I also heard b*rtons is very affordable too!
Thanks!
pinkbunny
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Posted by barbeik005
What type of flowers are you interested in? Are you looking for high or low centerpieces?
For the bouquets I would like roses and gerber daisies.
For the centerpieces I actually like the cylinder vases filled with water with the orchids INSIDE.
My BM bouquets are roses and gerber daisies. I am paying $70 each for mine just to give you a price.
Pinkisles
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Posted by Pinkisles
Posted by barbeik005
What type of flowers are you interested in? Are you looking for high or low centerpieces?
For the bouquets I would like roses and gerber daisies.
For the centerpieces I actually like the cylinder vases filled with water with the orchids INSIDE.
My BM bouquets are roses and gerber daisies. I am paying $70 each for mine just to give you a price.
