Amanda Rapacz

How to Save Money on Wedding Flowers Learn what to order to get the most out of budget wedding flowers If you want the look of a luxury wedding but you’re working with a tighter budget, you are not alone. Many couples choose faux flowers because of the 70% cost savings over a traditional florist. But deciding order quantities without the help of a wedding planner or florist can be challenging. Below we will be demystifying the floral planning process so you can confidently place your floral order and get the most out of your floral budget. Gather Information To save money on wedding flowers, you’ll need to plan ahead. Before you select floral quantities, it helps to get a general idea of the following information:  Do you plan on having a bridal party? If so, how big will it be?  Do you plan on faux floral centerpieces for each reception table? If so, about how many tables will you have? Do you want floral centerpieces for any extra tables like the gift table or dessert table? Do you have any special guests you would like to honor like parents, siblings, or grandparents? Once you have a basic estimate of the information above, you are ready to place your order. We make it easy to update your order size so if you are still planning details and don’t have exact counts, don’t fret. When ordering, take it one element at a time. Bouquets Our bouquets come in three sizes. From largest to smallest we have: Bridal, Bridesmaid, and Mini. Typically, the bride(s) will get a Bridal size or Bridesmaid size and the wedding party will get the next size down.  If you plan on faux floral centerpieces at your reception tables or on any of your dessert tables, any of […]

Check out our list of the most popular white flowers, along with some pros and cons of each. A classic white bouquet of fluffy hydrangeas, ivory roses, or delicate stephanotis matches every venue and color scheme, from a formal church to a backyard barbecue!

6 Floral Hacks for Micro Weddings Photo: Terracotta Studio In the midst of a pandemic, many couples are hosting micro weddings to accommodate guest count limits while still getting the wedding of their dreams. Micro weddings are just like traditional wedding with vendors and guests, but the scale is much smaller… instead off 200 guests many have just 20-40. Unlike eloping, most micro weddings still have designated ceremony and reception seating spaces. So, despite the smaller guest count, beautiful décor is still on the to do list. Quick tips for planning micro wedding flowers 1. Anchor the ceremony space Micro weddings are all about creativity! Whether you choose a boho rug, a wooden arch, or a few floral stands, the ceremony space needs décor to anchor the focus on you during the ceremony.  We recommend large, semi-symmetrical décor to frame you and your partner in all photos taken mid-vows. Think tall décor rather than wide. This will give you the most bang for your buck if you are on a budget and will also look more proportional to the space. 2. Select durable florals Many micro weddings occur outside. If you are using fresh flowers pick durable blooms like roses or lilies which will last longer and are much easier to care for than other more delicate flowers.  Another great option is wood, dried, or faux flowers especially if your wedding is in a particularly warm or cold climate. 3. Throw rose petals Biodegradable, inexpensive, and classic, rose petals are our personal favorite when it comes to micro wedding florals. Rose petals can be scattered across tables for a romantic look or thrown like celebratory confetti as the couple departs. This inexpensive hack makes for the most beautiful pictures – and cleanup is far easier than traditional confetti! 4. Repurpose ceremony

Not Your Grandma’s Silk Flowers Forget everything you think you know about fake flowers We’ve all seen that clearance aisle at the craft store filled with junky looking plastic flowers. Or the atrocious artificial centerpiece on your grandma’s dining room table at Easter. We get it. Most fake flowers just look… fake. But high quality, realistic faux flowers do exist! Unlike your local craft store flowers, quality silk flowers are often quite expensive averaging about $6 per floral stem, and for good reason. Realistic faux flowers are made from high quality materials and utilize time-consuming techniques in manufacturing that create beautiful florals as realistic as fresh. To help couples from falling into the trap of tacky fake flowers, below is a guide to help in the floral selection process How to find realistic silk flowers Texture Look for high quality materials Color Realistic florals should mimic colors seen in nature Variation Embrace the imperfection of nature Texture Look for high quality materials that feel like fabric Faux flowers are notorious for looking plastic… Because all too often they are made of stiff, shiny plastic. When looking for high-end faux florals, look for softer materials that seem more like fabric than plastic. This material simulates the delicate texture of fresh florals much better. The quality of the fabric also matters. Many cheap silk flowers will fray at the edges which is a dead giveaway, especially if you plan on getting close-up detail shots with your photographer. Color Realistic florals should mimic colors seen in nature Another major sin of the faux flower industry is creating flowers that do not reflect colors in nature. Lime green roses and light blue tulips look cheap and unnatural because they are unnatural. We love vibrant colors but selecting blooms with realistic coloring will result in

Before deciding to DIY your own fresh floral wedding bouquets, consider some of the hidden costs and challenges of going with fresh. Understanding your options will help you best prepare for your event.

Why Silk Flowers? Rent-and-return silk flowers are best of all worlds. Every couple goes through the challenge of staying on budget when wedding planning and flowers are often an area were a large part of the budget is spent… $2,000 on average!  So as couples wedding plan, many questions come up. Should I splurge on fresh flowers? Try to DIY? What about renting silk flowers? Some couples are willing to sacrifice cost for the peace of mind of working with a professional florist. Some couples take on the stress of DIY’ing silk or fresh, but they often sacrifice realism or their “dream bouquet” based on what is available to them at wholesale prices.     Enter,  the Wedding Flower Venn Diagram. The Wedding Flower Venn Diagram Beautiful and Easy Many COUPLES choose the traditional option of a professional florist. Working with a professional florist offers much peace of mind compared to DIY options. A florist will often assemble, transport, and set up your flowers on your wedding day. They handle care and watering and provide design expertise.      However, this often comes with a substantial price tag.  Affordable and Beautiful DIY fresh flowers can be stressful and difficult. Some couples opt to purchase fresh flowers wholesale online or in person. While this can indeed be very cost-effective, many people underestimate the skill and time required to create professional-looking arrangements.    Not only must your bouquets and arrangements be assembled within 24-48 hours of the event, but they must also be stored in a cool area overnight and then carefully transported to the venue on the morning of the event. Many couples are just not willing to sacrifice the days before their event when they have so many other things to do. Affordable and Easy NOT ALL SILK FLOWERS ARE CREATED