Compare Average Wedding Flower Costs vs DIY Pricing
If you're planning a wedding, you've probably Googled something like:
wedding flower cost
average wedding flower cost in Canada
budget wedding flowers
DIY wedding flower cost calculator
And then you probably saw florist quotes that made your eyes water a little.
Wedding flowers through a traditional florist often cost $3,000–$10,000+, depending on your guest count and floral style.
Why so much?
Florist pricing usually includes:
design time
labour
flower sourcing
arrangement creation
delivery and setup
If you're willing to arrange your flowers yourself, you can save thousands of dollars.
So we created this DIY Wedding Flower Cost Calculator to help you estimate what your wedding flowers might cost when ordering DIY blooms from Lotta Flowers.
Let’s break it down.
Average Wedding Flower Prices (Florist vs DIY)
First, here’s a comparison between average florist pricing and DIY pricing.
| Arrangement | Average Florist Price | LOTTA DIY Price |
|---|---|---|
| Bridal bouquet | $250 – $350 | $117 |
| Bridesmaid bouquet | $120 – $150 | $72 |
| Flower girl bouquet | $60 – $100 | $45 |
| Boutonniere | $25 – $35 | $10 |
| Corsage | $40 – $60 | $20 |
| Centrepiece | $150 – $300 | $72 |
| Bud vase | $25 – $45 | $12 |
| Sign décor | $75 – $150 | $45 |
| Ceremony urns (set of 2) | $800 – $1,200 | $440 |
| Arbor décor | $800 – $1,500+ | $440 |
DIY wedding flowers can cost a fraction of traditional florist pricing.
Now let’s estimate what your wedding flowers might cost.
Step 1: Calculate Your Bridal Party Flowers
Most weddings include something like this for the bridal party:
1 bridal bouquet
6 bridesmaid bouquets
10 boutonnieres
4 corsages
Using LOTTA pricing, that looks like this.
| Arrangement | Price | Quantity | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridal bouquet | $117 | 1 | $117 |
| Bridesmaid bouquet | $72 | 6 | $432 |
| Boutonniere | $10 | 10 | $100 |
| Corsage | $20 | 4 | $80 |
Bridal party flower total: $729
Typical florist pricing for the same setup is often around $1,500 or more.
Step 2: Estimate Your Reception Flowers
Most weddings have 8 to 12 guest tables, so let’s estimate 10 centrepieces.
| Arrangement | Price | Quantity | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centrepiece | $72 | 10 | $720 |
You can also add smaller accent arrangements.
Bud vases — $12 each
Sign décor — $45
These smaller arrangements are often used for:
welcome tables
guestbook displays
dessert tables
bar décor
Step 3: Estimate Your Ceremony Flowers
Ceremony flowers typically include arrangements near the altar or ceremony structure.
Common options include:
ceremony urn arrangements
arbor décor
welcome sign flowers
With LOTTA pricing:
| Arrangement | Price |
|---|---|
| Ceremony urns (set of 2) | $440 |
| Arbor décor | $440 |
Example ceremony setup:
| Item | Quantity | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Ceremony urns (set of 2) | 1 | $440 |
Example DIY Wedding Flower Budget
Using a typical wedding setup:
| Category | Total |
|---|---|
| Bridal party flowers | $729 |
| Reception centrepieces | $720 |
| Ceremony flowers | $440 |
Estimated DIY wedding flower cost:
$1,889
Traditional florist estimates for similar arrangements often range between:
$3,500 and $5,000+
Saving thousands on flowers means more room in your budget for things like photography, food, or your honeymoon.
Want the Easiest Option? Choose a Preset Flower Package
While the calculator above helps estimate costs, many couples prefer something even simpler.
That’s why we created preset wedding flower packages.
These packages follow the most common wedding flower setup, so couples can simply choose a size without calculating every arrangement.
Because they are preset, they require less custom planning and production time on our end. That allows us to offer them at even better pricing.
In other words:
more flowers
less cost
almost no thinking required
Our Wedding Flower Packages
Small Package — $742
Includes:
1 bridal bouquet
6 bridesmaid bouquets
10 boutonnieres
4 corsages
This package covers the core bridal party flowers and works well for smaller weddings.
Medium Package — $1,155
Most popular option.
Includes everything in the Small package plus:
10 centrepieces
This package covers both bridal party flowers and reception tables.
Large Package — $1,595
Includes everything in the Medium package plus:
2 ceremony arrangements
These arrangements work perfectly for ceremony urns or arbor décor.
Need More Flexibility?
If your wedding setup is a little different, the Build Your Own Flower Kit might be the perfect option.
Instead of preset packages, you can choose exactly the arrangements you want.
Common options include:
extra centrepieces
bud vases
flower girl bouquets
sign décor
arbor décor
This option gives couples more flexibility while still keeping costs manageable.
Why DIY Wedding Flowers Save So Much
The biggest difference between DIY flowers and traditional florists is simple.
With a florist, you’re paying for:
design work
labour
delivery
setup
With DIY wedding flowers, you’re primarily paying for the flowers themselves.
Many couples arrange flowers with their bridal party the day before the wedding, which can actually become a really fun part of the celebration.
Because LOTTA flowers arrive as fresh stems, they’re also flexible.
For example:
If you have fewer bridesmaids than expected, those extra flowers can easily become cake flowers, additional bud vases, or welcome table arrangements.
FAQ: Wedding Flower Costs
How much do wedding flowers cost in Canada?
Most Canadian couples spend $3,000 to $6,000 on wedding flowers through a traditional florist.
DIY wedding flowers can reduce that cost significantly.
Is it cheaper to DIY wedding flowers?
Yes. DIY wedding flowers remove florist labour costs, which often represent a large portion of the total flower budget.
How many flowers do you need for a wedding?
Most weddings include flowers for:
bridal party bouquets
boutonnieres and corsages
reception centrepieces
ceremony arrangements
Our Small, Medium, and Large packages are designed around these common wedding needs. SHOP HERE
Start Planning Your Wedding Flower Budget
Now that you’ve used this DIY Wedding Flower Cost Calculator, you should have a much clearer idea of what your wedding flowers might cost.
Whether you choose a preset wedding flower package or build your own arrangement mix, you’ll receive fresh, florist-quality blooms delivered ready to arrange.
Beautiful flowers.
A manageable budget.
And no traditional florist markup.
Pricing Disclaimer
Prices listed reflect current pricing at the time this article was published. Flower pricing can fluctuate due to seasonality and supply availability, so prices may change in the future even if this post has not yet been updated.