Who Pays for the Flowers at a Wedding?

Every flower at your wedding contributes to creating a blossoming garden of romance, from the sparkling roses that adorn your bridal arch to the petals strewn along the aisle. However, passion may be costly. Who is paying for this, then?

Discussing who should pay for what at a wedding can be sensitive. Every family has a distinct dynamic and financial circumstances that may impact the budget breakdown, and every culture has its own customs and expectations. However, organizing wedding money doesn't have to be difficult.

Please continue reading to learn our guidance on who covers wedding flower costs, which will give you a sense of how many couples typically split costs.

Who traditionally pays for a wedding?

It was customary for the bride's family to pay for most of the wedding costs. Today, however, that assumption needs to be more malleable. (After all, there may be two brides at your wedding.) In actuality, an increasing number of couples are opting to cover the cost of their weddings on their own these days.

A 2022 The Knot survey found that 51% of couples receive assistance from their families, a nearly equal percentage compared to 49% who prefer to pay for their weddings alone. You can, therefore, decide which traditions you want to follow and where you want to blaze your trail, just like you can with any other part of wedding planning.

For instance, perhaps you and your significant other wish to cover the ceremony's costs while your parents pay for the reception. Perhaps you would rather divide the cost into smaller areas, such as paying for the venue yourself while your parents cover the cost of the décor and flowers. It is entirely dependent upon your circumstances!

A Wedding Budget Expense Breakdown

As you can see, the options for dividing wedding costs are practically endless. However, it's still beneficial to be aware of the customs to have a solid foundation if your parents wish to help on your wedding day.

The topics a bride and groom's family frequently discuss at a wedding are broken down here.

What does the bride's family pay for?

The wedding ceremony

As previously said, the bride's family often pays for most of the costs related to the wedding ceremony, such as venue rental fees and the purchase of flowers and décor. They usually also pay for secondary expenses, such as hiring a photographer or videographer, that accompany organizing and holding a ceremony.

Bridalwear

When the bride walks down the aisle in her gorgeous white gown, all eyes will be on her. Usually, the bride's family would cover the cost of her wedding gown and any additional items, such as a veil. The bridal bouquet isn't one of those items, though. (More on that shortly!)

The bride's family may occasionally cover the outfits of the bridesmaids. However, bridesmaids often pay for their attire at contemporary weddings.

The Reception

The bride's family usually covers the costs of a wedding reception, venue rental, catering, and a cake. However, they might only pay for some of the reception's expenses, such as entertainment or booze.

Miscellaneous expenses

Frequently, the bride's family will pay for various wedding-related costs, such as:

• Requests for Invitations
• A coordinator for weddings
• Bridesmaids' lodging or transportation
• A videographer or photographer

What do the groom's parents pay for?

Rehearsal dinner

During your rehearsal dinner, you can practice your wedding ceremony. More significantly, it's an opportunity to rejoice with your bridal party and other loved ones. It's like a practice run for your wedding!

The groom's family often covers the rehearsal dinner cost, including food, a cake, and any decorations.

Groom and groomsman attire

Grooms and their closest companions should also look good. Although the groomsmen may pay for their clothing, the groom's parents usually cover the cost of a new suit or a rental. Additionally, the groom's parents typically pay for groomsmen's and groomsmen's accessories, such as boutonnieres.

Reception entertainment

The groom's family turns the wedding reception into a party, even though the bride's family may cover the costs. Traditionally, the groom's family may cover entertainment like a live band or DJ. If the venue rental charge does not cover alcohol, they may be responsible for paying.

Miscellaneous expenses

The groom's family frequently covers other costs, such as the officiant's fees and the groomsmen's lodging and transportation. The honeymoon may occasionally even be covered by the groom's family. Again, many couples may decide to cover the cost of their first formal vacation together.

Who Pays for Wedding Flowers?

As you can see, the bride and groom's parents split the typical costs relatively evenly. What role do flowers play in this budgetary situation? Depending on where they appear on your wedding day, yes.

Rehearsal Dinner Flowers

A strategically positioned garland or centerpiece can elevate your rehearsal dinner and help create the mood, serving as a preview of your wedding reception.

Any centerpieces utilized here would be the responsibility of the groom's family, as they typically cover the rehearsal dinner costs.

Bridal Flowers

Technically speaking, the bridal bouquet might be regarded as a component of the bride's wedding gown. In reality, though, this necessary floral arrangement is typically paid for by the groom's family. Additionally, they usually cover the cost of corsages for special guests and boutonnieres for the groom or groomsmen.

Wedding Ceremony Flowers

Crucial decorations like aisle or chair décor, arch flowers, and entryway decor define the mood of your wedding. Traditionally, the bride's family pays for these necessary floral arrangements because they manage every aspect of the wedding.

Wedding Reception Flowers

Your wedding theme will be carried throughout the reception with the help of floral swags, garlands, and centerpieces while you dine, drink, and have a good time. Once more: The bride's realm is this family.

How Much Do Wedding Flowers Usually Cost?

The average wedding flower budget for a couple is about $2,400. However, don't worry if you can't accomplish it. Your wedding floral arrangements can still look fabulous even if you cut costs in various ways.

The blog has already discussed how to cut costs on wedding flowers. Here is a brief cheat sheet for you, though:

• Choose Artificial Flowers: Compared to genuine flowers, fake flowers can be far less expensive while still looking just as beautiful. They never wilt, so you can later use them as décor in your house!
• Let Your DIY Skills Shine: You can save money by making personalized floral arrangements rather than hiring a florist. Additionally, each design can be altered to your exact specifications!
• Reuse Floral Arrangements: Why not repurpose old flower arrangements for your ceremony and reception rather than buying new ones? Place bridesmaid bouquets in vases and use them as table centerpieces, or surround the base of your sweetheart's table with free-standing aisle flowers.
• Just a quick heads-up: With wilt-free fake flowers in designer wedding color schemes, Flowersarch can assist you in creating the wedding of your dreams. No matter your budget, you may realize your wedding vision, whether you'd instead use prefabricated arrangements ready to show or want to try making your flower boxes. Just letting you know.

How to Create a Budget for Your Wedding Flowers

Are you trying to figure out how much your wedding flowers will cost? Check out our budget calculator for wedding flowers!

Simply specify how many floral arrangements you would like, like bouquets, aisle flowers, garlands, or centerpieces. The calculator will automatically provide your budget range, which indicates how much you anticipate spending overall. Afterward, you may start organizing your special day by displaying the number to your loved ones or allocating money from your wedding piggy bank.

Additionally, you may create two distinct budgets to present to various family members. For instance, you might set aside money for ceremony, reception décor, and bridal flowers separately. The findings can be sent to your email. All you need to do is send your parents or prospective in-laws the appropriate one. It's straightforward to personalize!

Conclusion

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However, you don't have to take out a second mortgage to pay for wedding flowers, regardless of whether you choose to pay for all of your floral arrangements yourself or with assistance from your family. With some help from Flowersarch, you can begin creating your affordable wedding day with all the realistic designer flowers you choose.