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4 Super-Easy Bridal Floral Hacks That Will Save You a Ton of Money
When you think of a wedding, one of the first things you think about is the flowers. They are an instrumental part of decorating a wedding venue, as well as helping the bride complete her look on the big day. A wedding without flowers just doesn’t seem right. Not only that, but the flowers you choose should look and smell incredible.
Unfortunately, wedding flowers aren’t exactly cheap. They can come with a huge cost, and depending on how many you need, this can cost you a pretty penny. It’s not uncommon for people to spend hundreds or even thousands of dollars/pounds on flowers at their wedding.
While these floral arrangements and bouquets can be expensive, that doesn’t have to be the case. With that in mind, this blog post is going to go over some bridal floral hacks that have the potential to save you a lot of money.
Find the Right Provider
The first tip is to find the right provider of flowers. Different providers will offer up different prices on their flowers and may have different flowers in stock. While you can head to a local florist, there are also online providers who offer cheap flower delivery that can also provide you with a gorgeous array of options, without a huge price tag.
Of course, in addition to their price, don’t forget to think about things like the quality, reputation and the customer service offered by a provider. The right provider can ensure you get very fresh and healthy flowers, as well.
Consider Fuller Flowers
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Another great way to save is by using fuller flowers in a bridal bouquet. Instead of having to buy a dozen small flowers, you can often get away with buying only a couple of large ones. For example, Hydrangeas are a very full flower and only a few stems can take up most of the real estate in a bouquet. This means you will need fewer flowers, and thus spend less money, to fill up a bouquet and ensure it looks good.
In a similar vein, you can also use filler flowers or greenery to fill out bouquets, as they are often more affordable than filling the entire bouquet or vase with flowers. Not only are these affordable, but they can look great and add an additional bit of rustic or natural appeal to the flowers, as well.
Get Flowers That Are In-Season
If you want to save on bridal or wedding flowers, it is a good idea to get flowers that are in season. Some flowers are in season during the spring, while others might only be readily available in the fall or winter. It is much easier (and more affordable) to source in-season flowers as they are currently growing and most places will be stocked up with them due to that.
Of course, just because a flower is in season doesn’t mean every florist will automatically have them, so be sure to reach out well in advance to make sure.
If you go with flowers that are not currently in season, they will need to be imported or shipped from somewhere else where they can currently be grown. And this often comes with its own additional costs, shipping times and challenges.
Watch Out For Holidays Around the Wedding Date
Another thing that can impact the price of flowers for your wedding is any close holidays. Flowers often see a price increase around Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day and other similar holidays. If your wedding takes place around these dates, don’t be surprised to see flower prices get inflated.
You want to try to have your wedding around a time when flower demand is low or neutral, to ensure you aren’t stuck paying too much. Of course, don’t solely choose your wedding date based on flowers, but if you aren’t tied to a specific date or time, be sure to keep this in mind.
By using these hacks and tips, we are confident you will be able to save a ton of money, without sacrificing the beauty and quality of your bridal flowers on your big day.
