This page is full of helpful information for couples getting married! We answer all of your FAQ’s, show you some wedding budget examples & give you some guidance on how to maximise your floral budget!

MAXIMISING YOUR FLOWER BUDGET

How to make the most of your wedding flower budget

Below are our top tips & tricks on how to maximise your wedding flower budget.

1. Work out what’s important

Decide on what you absolutely need & see how much money is left over for the rest. In most cases this will probably be personal flowers for the bridal party, or maybe you want a show stopping ceremony backdrop? Work out what is important to you two as a couple & what you can do without.

2. Re-use your ceremony flowers

We will always suggest moving your ceremony installation & arrangement/s into the reception if it’s possible for us to move & the venue/s allow for it. This is a cost effective way to add more flowers to your reception. We suggest moving your arbour or installation behind you on the bridal table, at the entrance as your guests walk in, or in an area where your guests can use it as a photo backdrop! Any arrangements such as the one from the signing table or isle pieces can go onto the bar or cake table at the reception.

3. Be flexible

Flowers are seasonal & while you might have a favourite flower in mind for your wedding, it doesn’t mean that flower is in season. Some varieties of flowers can be available through import, but they are more expensive compared to locally sourced, seasonal flowers. Trust your florists creative mind & give them the freedom to select the most beautiful seasonal flowers to achieve your brief/colour palette.

4. Use statement pieces

Put your money towards arrangements that will create the most impact such as your bridal bouquet, ceremony backdrop & bridal table. These elements will be surrounding you during the day & they will feature in a lot of your photos with you as a couple. If you have a budget in mind, we believe that you are better off putting more money into impactful statement pieces versus thinly spreading the budget across all areas of the wedding. We elaborate more on how to save on the guest tables in the next point.

5. Keep the guest tables simple

Guest table arrangements can add up quickly when you have a lot of them! When the budget is tight, we suggest keeping it simple with an assortment of bud vases & candles - not only is this our favourite look but it is also the most cost effective. If you want to save even more, just do a mix of candles. Then you can allocate the money to the more important areas such as the ceremony.

6. Trust your florist

Choose a florist who’s creative style you love & aligns with your own! They will be able to guide you on the most cost effective ways to maximise your budget. Your florist can come up with the design & select flowers based off your budget - you just have to be really open & trust in their creativity.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Wedding FAQ’s

What areas do you service?

We are based on Sydney’s Northern Beaches, & service Sydney and surrounding regions. Our style is well suited to relaxed boho style events which is perfect for venues in the Hunter Valley. South Coast & Blue Mountains. We love travelling and working in unique locations & can provide quotes for travel upon request.

How far in advanced do we need to book?

We recommend booking at least 6 months in advanced, the sooner the better though to avoid disappointment as we only take on one weekend per weekend & some couples lock in their vendors 12-18 months in advanced.

Do you have a minimum spend?

To cater to elopements & be flexible with the micro-weddings resulting from COVID-19, we do not have a minimum spend. Please note that flowers from our wholesaler come in bunches so we may need to charge more for a standalone bouquet because unlike a full service wedding, we don’t have other areas that we can use the leftover flowers in.

How can we book with you?

Send us a message with all of the details here.

What is the process of booking?

Firstly send us a message here so we can chat about your wedding, then we will provide you with a design recommendation & quote. See more info about the process.

How do I lock in my wedding date?

We require a 30% non refundable deposit to secure your wedding date, we cannot hold your date until this is paid.

When is the rest of the payment due?

The rest of your balance is due 30 days before your wedding so that we can order & get prepped.

Can I have a specific flower variety in my wedding?

Flowers are seasonal & there are so many other variables that can factor their availability. This is why we never make any promises that a specific flower species will feature in your wedding. We try our best to cater to your wishes & will use it if it is available when the time comes.

How much will it cost to have you flower at our wedding?

All of our weddings are bespoke and completely customised to each couple. We have written a budget guide above to give you a rough idea on what you might be able to get for your budget. See our budget guide.

What if we are on a budget?

We can give you direction & ideas on what is possible within your budget. We have also written some tips on how you can maximise your floral budget here.

Do you offer hire items?

We have a limited range of hire items including candles, pots & vases for our flower arrangements. We also have some beautiful large urns that can be used as a ceremony backdrop.

What if I change my mind?

Because of how far weddings are booked in advanced, we understand that your style or the logistics might change. We will be in touch 6-8 weeks prior to your wedding day to run through any details, review any changes & provide a new quote if necessary.

Are you the right florist for us?

If you love our style & are open to us bringing your vision to life then yes! We work best paired with free-spirited & relaxed clients who give us creative freedom & put their complete trust in us.