Wedding flowers & what you are actually paying for ??
Why Wedding flowers cost more than your average Shop Bouquet ?
Why Are Wedding Flowers more Expensive?
Here is my honest answer as a florist & Wedding designer @ Lily Bloom Florist.
As a Wedding florist, one of the most common questions I hear from couples is:
“Why do wedding flowers cost so much more than a regular bouquet?”
It’s a completely fair question. Wedding florals often come with a bigger price tag — and it’s not just about the flowers themselves. There’s an incredible amount of behind-the-scenes work that most people don’t see.
In this post, I’ll walk you through exactly what goes into your wedding flowers — and why the investment is worth every penny.
Premium top grade flowers
Weddings call for the very best quality flowers — ones that are vibrant, fresh, and in peak condition for your big day., we can choose ripeness, grading etc.
We always use premium graded flowers or when specified specialty blooms (like peonies, orchids, or garden roses), which are more expensive.
Many flowers are seasonal and must be imported to meet design needs, especially out of season.
To ensure perfection, we order more than needed and hand-select only the best stems for your arrangements.
This means less waste for you — and flawless florals in every photo.
Custom Design Work
Unlike standard floral arrangements, Wedding flowers are 100% customized to match your style, theme, colors, and venue.
We spend hours creating mood boards, design plans, and proposals tailored to your vision.
Every bouquet, centerpiece, and floral installation is hand-crafted with intention and artistic care.
No two weddings are the same — and that uniqueness takes time and talent.
You're not just paying for flowers — you're paying for floral artistry.
Time & Labor Behind the Scenes
A single wedding can take 20–60+ hours of work from start to finish. This includes:
Consultation calls and design prep.
Ordering, processing, and conditioning flowers.
Creating arrangements (often over 2–3 days).
Day-of delivery, setup, and teardown.
Plus, we often work early mornings and late nights to make sure everything is perfect — and on time.
Logistics, Rentals & Day-Of Execution
Weddings require much more than flower arranging. There’s a logistical side that includes:
Transporting delicate flowers in controlled conditions
Setting up at multiple venues (ceremony, reception, etc.), repurpose florals for venue is now almost 100 % being untilized
Providing vases, candles, floral foam, arch structures, urns, and lots more , for recollection, washing sterizlied again for the next upcoming Wedding.
These logistics are complex — and we handle them all so you don’t have to.
You’re Hiring Professionals — Not Just Buying Flowers
Weddings are high-stakes events, and there’s no room for error. You’re paying for:
Experience, skill, and design expertise
Calm, reliable execution under pressure
Flexibility for last-minute changes or weather issues
Seamless coordination with planners, venues, and other vendors
In short: you’re hiring a floral design team — not just buying blooms.
My Final Thoughts & offer of advice
Wedding flowers are an investment in beauty, ambiance, and emotion. They transform spaces, elevate your photos, and create unforgettable moments. The cost reflects not only the flowers themselves, but the time, skill, care, and service that go into every stem.
So when you invest in wedding florals, know that you're getting far more than “just flowers” — you're getting a dedicated team, professional artistry, and peace of mind on one of the most important days of your life.
For us of course we are biased, but those photos are the ones you will have forever, those flowers will feature in each and everyone.
Be honest with your florist about what you’re comfortable spending — we’re here to help guide you, not judge you. Our first relaxed consult is just brief, a friendly get to know chat, and if you feel our costs doesn't fit yours, thats no issue,
As a wedding florist, I put my heart and energy into every couple’s day. To do that sustainably — and give you the high level of service, attention, and quality your wedding deserves — I set a minimum spend for full-service weddings. My goal is never to push couples to spend more than they need, I am here to guide and advise and if it works for both of us and you love our work as much as we do , then its a perfect fit.
Your wedding is a once-in-a-lifetime event. My minimum ensures I can deliver not just beautiful flowers, but a smooth, enjoyable experience — from your first email to your final bouquet.
Much love and creative wishes
Debbie xx
Lily Bloom Florist
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