Let’s be honest—buying flowers can feel like a whole thing.

Like, you walk into a shop (or more likely, scroll online), see a bunch of gorgeous blooms, and suddenly you’re spiraling:
"Wait, is $30 too cheap?"
"Is $150 too much?"
"Will this make me look like I care… or like I just robbed a botanical garden?"

Here’s the truth: there’s no one-size-fits-all answer. But I can give you a vibe check on what to expect and what to budget depending on what you’re buying for.

💕 For Date Night / "Just Because" Vibes: $30–$85

Whether it’s your girlfriend, your situationship, or your ride-or-die bestie, this is where small-but-sweet shines.
Think hand-tied market bunches, seasonal blooms, or a mini arrangement that says, “I was totally thinking of you while also casually picking up oat milk.”

• $30–$50: A cute, wrapped bouquet. Think tulips, daisies, or a few peonies in season.

• $60–$85: A lush, designed arrangement in a vase (aka: I tried, and it shows).

💡Pro tip: Add a note that’s weirdly specific. “Saw these and thought of your laugh in that indie movie.” Instant swoon.

🎂 Birthdays / New Babies / You Crushed It Celebrations: $75–$150+

This is where you want to up the volume a little. You’re saying You Matter, not just You exist. Whether it’s flowers for your sister’s promotion or your friend who just became a mom, this is your go-big-or-go-home moment.

• $75–$100: A medium-sized arrangement with style. Think fuller, balanced, and photo-worthy.

• $125–$200: Designer-level blooms. Luxe roses, ranunculus, specialty stems. The stuff people text you about after they get it.👰 Weddings: $500–$5,000+ (Yup, Really)

Weddings are a whole other world. You’re not just buying flowers, you’re buying a vibe. And that vibe includes moodboards, installations, and sometimes, tiny blooms wired into your dog’s collar.

• Elopement / Small Ceremony: $300–$800 for bouquet, boutonniere, and maybe a little something for the table.

• Intimate Wedding: $1,000–$2,500 for a handful of centerpieces, personals, and ceremony florals.

• Full-Scale Wedding: $3,500–$7,000+ for all the bells and blooms—arches, centerpieces, personals, hanging installs, etc.

💡Hot tip: Florists aren’t just slapping flowers together. They're designing, ordering, conditioning, arranging, and delivering everything with precision. It’s art and logistics.

Sympathy & Memorials: $85–$350

Grief is heavy. Flowers help carry it. Whether it’s a small bouquet for a friend or a large spray for a service, floral tributes are about softness and presence.

• $85–$125: A bouquet or small arrangement with calming tones.

• $150–$350+: Larger pieces like standing sprays, wreaths, or casket covers.

The beauty of sympathy flowers is that even the smallest gesture lands deeply. Thought > size.

🏠 Home & Hosting Moments: $35–$100

Maybe you're having friends over for wine and cheese, or maybe you’re just trying to make your dining table look less like a laundry drop zone. Flowers for yourself? Always valid.

• $35–$60: Cute bunches that bring life to your space.

• $75–$100: Arrangements with that “I know how to host” energy.

💡Life hack: Weekly floral subscriptions = feeling like a main character on a Tuesday.

So... How Much Should You Spend?

Here's the deal: there’s WOW and then there’s WHOA.
One says, “This is so beautiful, thank you.”
The other says, “Holy sh*t, you did NOT have to go this hard.”*

But honestly? They both land.
Because at the end of the day, whether you’re dropping $35 or $350, what people remember is this:

Thoughtfulness.
The fact that you stopped. Chose. Cared.
Flowers aren’t about price tags. They’re about presence.

So spend what feels right. Big or small, if it’s from the heart, it blooms exactly the way it should.

xo,
A girl who’ll always tell you to buy the bouquet