Your vows are priceless, but at the end of the day, your wedding comes with a price tag. Keeping within budget requires some creativity. One way that savvy brides reduce the final bill for their weddings is by creating their own customized centerpieces. With traditional centerpieces leaning towards the pricey side, making your own centerpieces can definitely save you some bucks, which you can better use to splurge on your honeymoon.
Move over typical and expensive floral arrangements. There’s a new wedding centerpiece in town. Here are our tips and tricks for savvy, budget-friendly brides.
1 | Herbal Inspiration
Lavender is a classic choice because of its charmingly rustic appearance. They are subtle in form, but their pop of color is enough to brighten the table. These herbs are easy on the eyes, and they don’t mind sharing some aromatic comfort with your guests. The best part is that they are budget friendly! Since they look so good on their own, these herbal centerpieces don’t need much, aside from a clear vase. Another budget friendly option is to switch fresh ones for dried ones, especially if you're planning a winter wedding and want to incorporate seasonal flowers.
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2 | Monstera Leaves Can Stay
Monstera leaves are beautiful and lavish. They are statement makers and add a nice lush of green to the table. They aren’t your typical arrangement either, so it’s safe to say that they would be a unique addition to your wedding. Their signature silhouette is good enough to stand on its own, so it doesn’t doesn’t take much to make them look good. As such, they are easy on your wallet.
3 | It's Candle Lit
Candles can create an elegant ambience wherever you place them. Our waxy friends also happen to be budget-friendly, so cheers to that! They set the mood, and they can be as dressed up or down according to what suits your fancy. They are extremely versatile, so they can match any wedding theme or color. The trick to making candles look high-end, though, are the accessories you pair them with. Look into tall candle holders and explore different finishes like gold, bronze or silver for a metallic theme. If you want a naturally airy effect, use tall clear glass candle holders, fill them with water, and then place a tealight candle in it, where it will float. For added glam, add sparkling water to create a bubbly effect.
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4 | Dahlias, Darling
Aren’t dahlias just so darn gorgeous? Their fluffy petals and range of color are to die for. They can turn anything beautiful. This timeless flower can get pricey, but if you use them sparingly, you can stay within your budget. To fill up the extra space in a vase or mason jar, use the leaves as well [they add a dose of greenery to your guests’ tables, too]. Place a few candles here and there to complete your budget-friendly dahlia centerpiece.
5 | (Crystal) Rock It
Geo crystals are naturally beautiful and can add so much to your guests’ table. They give an opulent amount of texture, color, and sparkle that make your guests say, “Wow!” With various sizes, types, and shapes, you can really have fun working them into your wedding theme. They are available within an affordable price range [depending on size and stone type]. The best part is that they don’t need much work since they already look good by nature. For an edgy centerpiece, pair them with candle holders made from your favorite drinks.
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6 | Wooden You Know
Wooden tree stumps are so endearing. They will definitely be a good addition to a garden wedding, countryside or rustic theme. They are an inexpensive alternative to full on floral centerpieces that are usually twice or three times as much. You can dress up the natural fellas by pairing them with mason jars full of wild flowers or baby’s breath. Another good accessory is a nice little lantern with a candle inside. It adds to the theme and enhances ambiance.
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7 | On a Half Shell
For your beach wedding, you can’t go wrong with shells for your table's’ centerpiece. Not only do they match your theme entirely and effortlessly, they are definitely within budget. There’s all types of shells to play with, too, so they can match the theme you’re going for. Seashells can look so high-end if you use a consistent color palette with varying sizes and shapes, then top them off with white candles. They are a little unorthodox, but that’s what makes them so great.
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8 | I Must Confetti
Confetti is the most fun thing at a party, and you can liven up your centerpieces with it. Anything can be turned into confetti, including budget-friendly material like used books or craft glitter. The way to make this look high-end is to pay attention to the material and presentation. Imagine a clear vase of water with branches with leaves in it. Just add some gold confetti, and it transform it into effortlessly glam. For a more heartwarmingly sentimental approach, use a heart shape hole puncher to create confetti out of yours and your newly wed’s favorite book and sprinkle them onto your centerpieces.
9 | Garlands, A Plenty
Garlands help create a rustic and lush green theme for your wedding reception. They are versatile because you can add whatever you want to a garland like flowers, succulents, berries, fruits, veggies, -- seriously, anything. Also, guess what? It’s part of the budget-friendly team. Instead of having individual centerpieces for multiple tables, have long tables for your guests and then have long garlands as centerpieces. This cuts down on the number of tables, centerpieces, and expenses. I would recommend this centerpiece for smaller weddings because of the long table set-up. But if you can make it work, all power to you!
Hope you enjoyed the tips and tricks above. Feel free to let us know your budget-friendly wedding tips as well. What was your favorite on the list?
