Centerpieces are an important part of any wedding, but they can also be one of the most expensive. If you're on a budget, there are still plenty of ways to create beautiful and elegant centerpieces without breaking the bank.

MOST IMPORTANT FLORAL BUDGETING TIPS

1. Flowers that are in season are typically less expensive than flowers that are out of season. Brides should consider the time of year they are getting married and understand the seasonality of specific flowers.

2. Be flexible with your design. If you are flexible with your design, you can save money on your wedding flowers. For example, you could use smaller flowers or fewer flowers per arrangement.

3. Your florist is the expert, be clear and detailed about your budget! They will help you to have the best they can deliver at the price point.

4. Choose a venue that is stunning all on its own. One of the best ways to save money on your wedding venue is to choose a location with natural beauty. We hear this about SCR all the time! It needs minimal decor!

KNOW WEDDING FLOWER TERMINOLOGY BEFORE YOU START GETTING QUOTES

Floating Pillars and Candles

Floating pillars and candles are a beautiful and budget-friendly way to add a touch of elegance to your wedding. They can be customized in any setting to match your wedding colors and style. Photos by Double Knot Weddings.

• budget-friendly

• fits beautifully with circle tables and SCR farm tables

• stunning with the light of the chandeliers

• can go solo or paired perfectly with simple votives

• only a few sparse flowers will make it even more stunning

Candlestick Centerpieces

Candlestick centerpieces are another classic and affordable option. They can be dressed up or down, depending on your style. For a more formal look, use tall candlesticks with taper candles. For a more casual look, use shorter candlesticks with pillar candles. Photos by Aston Photo & Design

• budget-friendly, but watch out, if you don’t use sticks that capture the wax, you will ruin your linens or your rental companies linens and have to pay to replace

• can be used at SCR with chimneys; careful of the farmhouse tables — heavy charge for us to clean off the wax from those beautiful tables

• suitable for both long or circle tables

• stunning with runners, greenery, and voices

• romantic ambiance for sure

Bud Vase

Bud vases are a great way to add a pop of color to your wedding tables. They're also a budget-friendly option, and they're easy to DIY. Simply fill a bud vase with your favorite flowers and greenery, and you're done!

• relatively budget-friendly, and perfect when the table has a venue, table numbers, or food players to add to other styled items on a table

• gives a whimsical vibe perfect for the glamorous interior of SCR

• easy to mix and match candle sin and give it a complete look

Harlows and Elevated Floral Arrangements

Harlows and elevated floral arrangements are a great way to add a touch of luxury to your wedding. They're perfect for couples who want to make a statement. However, they can be more expensive than other options. Photos Madison Rose Photography, followed by Double Knot Weddings

• immediately says luxury, and elevated style

• perfect for the tall ceilings in SCR, bringing the eye up to the antique chandeliers

• very elegant and have a big impact on the overall aesthetic of the event

• can use two of these at the ceremony altar — see example in the gallery below of reused ceremony aisle box florals!

• floating and pillar candles go well with these options

• best for round tables

Compote Vase Florals

Compote vase florals are a great way to add a touch of elegance to your wedding without breaking the bank. They're also a versatile option, and they can be customized to match your wedding colors and style. Photos by Kenzie Kirk Photography, followed by photos by Double Knot Weddings.

• Easily mix and match composite and vase florals into a variety of decor

• or use them solo for a simple and chic effect

• guests can easily see each other as a perk!

Floral Poufs and Low Floral Centerpieces

Floral poufs and low floral centerpieces are a great way to add a touch of color and texture to your wedding tables. They're also a budget-friendly option, and they (can be) easy to DIY, depending on the style and flowers! Photos by Mandy Lorrain Photography

• usually a more budget-friendly option compared to tall Harlow floral

• looks clean and classic

Potted Plants and Dried Florals

Potted plants and dried flowers are a great way to add a touch of nature to your wedding. They're also a budget-friendly option and can be customized to match your wedding colors and style. Photos by Little Bear Photography (note all dried and wood florals for these centerpieces). Photos b Mady Lorraine Photography, followed by photos by Raquelin Guerrero Photography.

• use as favors for guests to take home

• adding the boho vibe right to the table

• can be pricy with each potted

• adds lots of dimension and texture

No matter your budget, there are many ways to create beautiful and elegant centerpieces for your wedding. With a bit of creativity and planning, you can create centerpieces that will wow your guests and make your wedding day unforgettable.

SOMETHING BORROWED BLOOMS

Overall, we love real flowers—who doesn’t? But if you are looking for places to cut, think creatively about your centerpieces and consider silks.

We highly recommend Something Borrrowed Blooms! We’ve been so delighted by the quality and how these silk fake flowers look in real life! We love them and you will too!

Real SCR wedding with Something Borrowed Blooms spring mix flowers!