The wedding has already been planned and now it's time to arrange the decorations. A difficult task, because such a decoration requires a lot of flowers, mostly real ones, and they are delicate and fragile, do not last long, and there is also the seasonal problem.
Are you looking for an option in choosing flower arrangementto save costs? Discover 7 creative ways to achieve this.
1. Choose your own flower varieties
Collecting or purchasing your own wildflowers and creating your own floral arrangement can truly save you a lot of money and is probably the easiest option. However, it is not for everyone and is only recommended if you have friends and family members who agree to itThe most important wedding anniversary for youto help design the bouquets. It looks easier than it actually is, and besides, you'll have plenty of things to do that day other than mess with freesias before the ceremony. It is equally important that you have realistic expectations in this case. If you want the bouquets to look like they came from a florist, consider hiring someone.
Advantages: Wildflowers, or those from your neighbor, are free.
Cons: The last thing you want to do on your wedding day is design the bouquet.
2. Have your bridesmaids carry something other than a bouquet of flowers
There is no rule that says the bridesmaids or even the bride herself has to carry a bouquet while walking down the aisle. Instead, give them pinwheels, fans, parasols or whatever else you can think of.
Advantages: Ensures a good mood at the wedding
Cons: Not always the most appropriate choice at traditional weddings
3. Choose flower varieties that are available in your home at the time of the wedding
If you are determined that you want to have flowering plants at your wedding, choose those that are in season at that time. This means you can save money. So there's no point in dreaming about beautiful bouquets of peonies if you're getting married in December. Of course, your florist can get them for you, but you'll have to pay a premium for it. And why if there are cheaper alternatives? Which ones are available in season depends entirely on where you live. So consult with your florist to find out which options are available to you.
Advantage: You save money and behave in an environmentally friendly manner at the same time
Disadvantage: You can't always get what you want
4. Use less expensive and non-traditional elements
By using things that aren't traditional, like fruits, spices, and vegetables, you have the opportunity to create bouquets that are a lot cheaper. If you really want to include a specific flower, try using just one or two flowers at a time and replacing and decorating the rest of the bouquet with lots of interesting and at the same time much cheaper greenery. A common trend at the moment is to choose individual elements for the bouquet instead of entire arrangements. Bouquets of gypsophila, lavender, wheat and even cabbage, for example, are appearing more and more frequently on wedding forums these days.
Pros: They lend themselves to very unique and specific arrangements
Disadvantages: Some plants and materials are becoming increasingly modern and therefore more expensive
5. Consider a terrarium, plants, or alternatives
Regarding flower arrangement for wedding table decoration, it is a great optionto save money, by choosing terrariums instead of cut flowers or simply using planted, live plants. You can easily design these types of table decorations yourself. And the best thing is that you can design them several days before the wedding, so you won't have to worry about them on your big day. To save money when choosing containers, you can look for them at a department store, dollar store, or flea market.
Advantages: The guests willTable decorations for the celebrationsI really want to take it home with me
Cons: another item on your to-do list
6. From individual flowers
Even what is simple is modern. At rustic, chic weddings, it's currently popular to use individual flowers in a vase or arrange several of them together in random groups.
Pros: It's easy
Cons: Maybe too easy?
7. Use bottles
By putting several bottles together, you can make a great impression with your wedding decorations. Bottle collections can also fit your theme. For example, you can choose bottles of a specific color to match the rest of the decor or start a collection of vintage-style bottles to match a rustic theme. Bottles can also be hung if there is not enough space on the tables.
Pros: Easy to find at flea markets and department stores to start a vintage bottle collection
Cons: If you don't like collecting old things, buying new bottles can be very expensive
A rustic idea
