When it comes to transforming a space, flowers work wonders. With the help of an expert florist and the right blooms, your dream wedding scene is easy to achieve. Fresh flowers frame your wedding with vibrant pops of colour while also filling the air with a sweet fragrance. While we are firm believers in the power of florals, they can certainly eat into your wedding budget. However, with a bit of know-how - you can absolutely achieve your dream florals while sticking to a budget.

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Redistribute your florals 

This one is a no-brainer. Whether you have a ceremony arch, aisle or plinth display, get maximum enjoyment out of your flowers by reusing them in the reception. Make a simple plan for what goes where, and ensure your florist makes the pieces as portable as possible. Before the big day, ask a friend or family member to move the flowers so you don't need to think about it on the day.

Floral plinths are the way to go 

Plinths are platforms designed to hold flowers. They come in many shapes and sizes, proving to be an effective and affordable way to make your flowers stand out. You'll find that utilising a few plinths is a far more affordable yet equally as striking way to display your wedding florals!

Prioritise YOUR bouquet

It goes without saying that your florals will get the most showtime out of the lot. It's worth investing more in them, while simple bunches for your girls will work a treat. 

Bouquet toss with your bridesmaid's flowers

Personally, we'd hate to give away our beautiful wedding bouquet! It's a precious memento from the biggest day of your life. With modern preservation solutions such as pressed floral frames, your florals can live on in a new way. However, if you love the bouquet toss tradition, use one of your bridesmaids' bouquets! 

Say no to artificial flowers, and say yes to alternative decorations 

We get it. Wedding budgets can be clutch. However, fake flowers are a quick-fire way to kill the vibe and make your whole set-up look budget. If fresh floral arrangements don't fit within the budget, there are many other ways to bring your venue to life. Affordable yet beautiful options include wildflowers, toitoi, candles, tealights, fairy lights, festoons, plants and dried flowers. 

Opt for seasonal blooms

If you approach your wedding florals with an open mind, you'll end up with the best blooms on the market for the best price. Once your wedding date is confirmed, glance at an NZ Flower Calendar to discover what will be in season at the time of your wedding.