What Are Typical Starting Prices for Wedding Floral Packages from Reputable Designers?

One of the first questions couples ask when beginning their floral search is, “What do wedding florals usually cost?” And while it’s a reasonable question, the answer isn’t always straightforward.

Wedding floral pricing can vary widely based on design approach, experience level, and scope of service. Understanding what’s typical — and why — can help you feel more confident as you explore your options.

Why wedding floral pricing varies so much

Unlike retail florals, wedding floral design is a custom service. Pricing reflects far more than the flowers themselves. It accounts for creative direction, sourcing, labor, logistics, and the expertise required to design an experience that feels cohesive from start to finish.

Reputable wedding floral designers consider:

  • The size and scale of the event

  • The venue and installation requirements

  • Seasonal bloom availability

  • Design complexity and customization

  • Labor, transport, setup, and breakdown

Because of this, most designers work with starting minimums rather than fixed packages.

Typical starting ranges from experienced designers

While every market is different, couples working with established, full-service floral designers can expect starting investments to generally fall within these ranges:

  • $4,000–$6,000: Smaller weddings, streamlined floral programs, or events with fewer installations

  • $6,500–$9,000: Most full-service weddings with ceremony florals, personal flowers, reception arrangements, and thoughtful design direction

  • $10,000+: Larger-scale celebrations, multiple installations, statement moments, and highly customized designs

These ranges reflect designers who lead the creative process, handle sourcing and logistics, and provide a guided experience from planning through execution.

What “starting at” actually means

A starting price is not a cap — it’s a foundation.

It typically includes:

  • Design consultation and creative planning

  • Custom floral selections based on season and vision

  • Personal florals and core event arrangements

  • Delivery, setup, and breakdown

From there, couples can layer in additional elements depending on priorities and scale.

Why reputable designers use minimums

Minimums allow designers to deliver the level of care, consistency, and execution their work requires. They ensure:

  • Adequate labor and setup time

  • Proper sourcing and conditioning of florals

  • Cohesive design across the entire event

  • A calm, well-supported planning experience

Designers who don’t use minimums often operate very differently — focusing on individual arrangements rather than full-event cohesion.

Choosing the right fit for your budget and style

When reviewing floral pricing, it’s helpful to ask:

  • Does this designer’s work feel consistent and intentional?

  • Do I feel guided and supported when we speak?

  • Does their process align with how I want to plan?

The right florist isn’t always the lowest price — it’s the one whose approach, experience, and vision align with your priorities.

A thoughtful approach to floral investment

Wedding florals are an experience as much as a visual element. When thoughtfully designed, they shape how a space feels, how guests move through the day, and how memories are captured.

Understanding typical starting prices allows you to plan with clarity — and choose a floral partner with confidence.

If you’re exploring florals and value a guided, design-forward approach rooted in seasonality and intention, we’d love to connect when the timing feels right.

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