Average Cost of Wedding Flowers: Real Numbers, Honest Pricing, Better Florals

Weddings are gorgeous, but budgeting for one? Not necessarily. When it comes to wedding flowers, we've heard it all: "Flowers are too costly," "It's difficult to get a straight answer," or "Do we need centerpieces?" We understand. Planning is emotional, and pricing can be a mystery. So we're here to help break down the average cost of wedding flowers, with real numbers, actual examples, and how to make your vision work beautifully.

At Flowers for Dreams, transparency is part of our DNA. We believe in handmade blooms, locally grown where possible, and pricing that is about fairness, not fluff. Whether you're organizing a backyard wedding in Milwaukee or a full-service wedding in the West Loop of Chicago, our mission remains the same: real florals, Midwest-created, with no surprises.

The Myth vs. Reality of Floral Pricing

There's still a myth that all wedding flowers are overpriced solely because they're "wedding" flowers. The reality is more complex. The cost of flowers includes not only the flowers themselves but also the talent, time, and attention that go into each piece of art. A bridal bouquet is not merely a fistful of roses, it's a carefully edited tale of your narrative, constructed stem by stem. That doesn't mean, however, that they must be exorbitantly expensive.

Our fair and honest pricing comes back to sustainable practices, local flowers, and providing you with the flexibility to create your wedding flower budget your way. In doing so, affordable wedding flowers become more than feasible; they become your own.

Average Cost of Wedding Flowers in 2025 

Now, let's see what you can afford to pay for wedding flowers in 2025. Based on our hand-picked selections, here's a guide on the average cost of wedding flowers by piece:

Bridal Bouquet: $200 – $225

Bridesmaid Bouquet: $100

Petite Rose Bouquet: $55

Boutonniere & Pocket: $20 – $35

Corsage & Hair Accessories: $35

Altar Floral Arrangement: $275 – $325

Centerpieces & Table Decor: $35 – $160 

Please note: Prices may vary depending on location and seasonal availability.

No matter if you're hosting a ceremony in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin or a reception in Detroit, Michigan, these ranges provide a realistic estimate. 

What Impacts Wedding Flower Prices?

A few important variables can move your overall wedding bouquet cost and beyond:

• Seasonality & Availability: Selecting seasonally available flowers that are locally produced can help reduce expenses (and your carbon footprint).

• Size & Flower Density: A thick, profuse bouquet will inevitably demand more flowers and funds than a more minimalist flower arrangement.

• Design Complexity: More extensive installs, such as altar pieces, take more structure and design work than a boutonniere, for instance.

Knowing what's in each design assists you in making smart decisions and helps us in better attuning to your vision. That's how we keep the quality up while offering affordable wedding flowers.

Creating a Wedding Flower Budget That Works

Here's how to think strategically when planning your wedding flower budget:

Prioritize your essentials.

Begin with your bridal bouquet, ceremony highlights (such as an altar), and reception centerpieces. These are the ones that show up in most of your photos and make lasting impressions.

Follow general budget guidelines.

A standard rule of thumb: Spend 8–10% of your total wedding flower budget. But it can shift based on your style, number of guests, and destination.

Stretch your floral budget beautifully.

• Repurpose arrangements between the ceremony and the reception

• Opt for fewer, fuller pieces instead of many small ones

• Choose affordable wedding flowers from our curated collections

Planning ahead and picking the right designs can keep your wedding bouquet cost under control without sacrificing beauty.

Affordable Wedding Flower Packages Without Sacrificing Style

You don’t need to trade style for savings. Our wedding flower packages are designed for flexibility and elegance, whether you’re going big or keeping it intimate.

We provide:

• Self-Service Packages: You can pick and choose from our pre-designed flower arrangements. 
  

• Full-Service Packages: Customizable packages including altar florals, reception arrangements, and everything else.
  

All are designed by our own artisan floral designers and offered locally from our studios across Illinois, Michigan, and Wisconsin.

Discover our entire line of affordable wedding flowers here: Flowers for Dreams Wedding Packages.