The flowers
- What will be in season? And what would you suggest instead of out-of-season favourites?
- Have you worked at our venue? What scale suits the space?
- Can we see a mock-up? Of a centrepiece or the bouquet before the day
Swish Soirées
Wedding Flowers & Florists
Bouquets, ceremony arches, table flowers and hanging installations, designed for your venue, your season and your style.
Wedding flowers
Wedding florists who know your venue and your season
Flowers do more to set the mood of a wedding than almost anything else. A bouquet that suits the dress, an arch that frames the view, tables that feel generous rather than sparse: get them right and every photograph looks considered. Get them wrong and the venue you fell in love with looks bare.
The best wedding flowers are designed for the place and the season, not copied from a picture. We match you with florists who know your venue, what grows locally at the time of your wedding and which flowers will still look fresh at ten o'clock on a warm evening. Then we make sure every arrangement arrives, is set up and moves to where it is needed next.
We arrange florists for wedding venues in the UK, Spain, Portugal, Italy and beyond. Browse our wedding venues, or see how flowers come together with styling in our boho wedding and rustic wedding guides.
What florists create
Wedding flowers, from bouquet to banquet
A wedding florist designs every arrangement as one scheme, so the bouquet, the ceremony and the tables all feel part of the same day.
Choose with the calendar
Wedding flowers by season
Flowers in season cost less, travel less and look fresher. These are the favourites we see at each time of year.
| Season | Popular flowers | Feel |
|---|---|---|
| Spring | Ranunculus, tulips, sweet peas, blossom, anemones | Fresh, soft and romantic |
| Early summer | Peonies, garden roses, delphiniums, stocks | Lush, full and classic |
| High summer | Bougainvillea, lavender, sunflowers, hydrangeas | Bright and Mediterranean |
| Autumn | Dahlias, chrysanthemums, celosia, berries | Rich, warm and textured |
| Winter | Amaryllis, hellebores, anemones, citrus and olive | Elegant and evergreen |
| All year | Roses, orchids, eucalyptus, olive branches, pampas and dried flowers | Reliable and versatile |
Seasons vary between the UK and southern Europe, so your florist will confirm what is at its best for your date and location.
Bring us a picture you love, then let the florist tell you what is in season. The result is nearly always better, and often cheaper, than copying it stem for stem.
Vicky, Wedding Planner & Coordinator
How it works
From mood board to set-up
How we plan your wedding flowers with the florist, step by step.
1
Your brief
Colours, style, budget and a few pictures you love, shared with the florist.
2
The venue
Ceremony spot, tables and light checked, so the scale suits the space.
3
The proposal
An itemised design and quote, refined until it fits your budget.
4
Final details
Numbers, table plan and delivery times confirmed in the final weeks.
5
On the day
Set-up, and ceremony flowers moved to the reception so nothing is wasted.
Summer weddings
Keeping wedding flowers fresh in the heat
A summer wedding in southern Europe is hard on flowers. Delicate blooms that last all day in an English marquee can wilt within an hour on a sunny terrace, and a bouquet left in a hot car will not recover.
Florists who work in this climate every week plan for it. They choose hardier flowers, set up as late as possible, keep everything in water and shade until the last moment, and mix fresh stems with dried and preserved flowers that will not droop.
Budget
How much do wedding flowers cost?
Flower budgets vary more than almost anything else, depending on the number of tables, the size of the ceremony set-up and whether you want installations.
| Destination | Typical spend | What the figure covers | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| UK | Around £1,187 | Average total flower spend. Bouquets £80 to £150+, buttonholes £5 to £15, centrepieces £30 to £150+ each | Bridebook |
| Spain | Around €950 | Bridal bouquet and flowers, usually including buttonholes | Bodas.net average guide |
| Portugal | €2,000 to €10,000 | Decoration overall, including flowers, lighting and styling | Zankyou |
| Italy | From €6,500 to €8,500 | Flowers for a 50-guest wedding, Tuscan villa to Amalfi Coast | Chancey Charm, 2023 |
| Greece | From €6,000 | Flowers for a 50-guest wedding, Athens or the islands | Chancey Charm, 2023 |
These sources measure different things, from a single bouquet to full venue styling, so use them as a guide. We give you an itemised quote for your own design and date.
Before you book
Questions to ask a wedding florist
Set-up
- When will you set up? And how will flowers be kept fresh in the heat?
- Can ceremony flowers move to the reception? Arches and aisle pieces reused
- Who clears away? And can guests take flowers home?
The quote
- What is included? Vases, stands, delivery, set-up and VAT
- Are any items hired? And what happens if they are damaged?
- What are the payment terms? Deposit, balance and cancellation
How we help
Wedding flowers, managed
We find the right florist, shape the design with you and make sure every arrangement is in place on time. Read more about our wedding planners and our wedding coordination service below.
Wedding planning
As destination wedding planners, we match you with florists who know your venue and season, compare itemised quotes and build the flowers into the wider design, from the table plan to the wedding catering and the photography.
- Florists matched to your style, venue and season
- Designs and quotes compared side by side
- Flowers built into the whole wedding design
On-day coordination
Already booked your florist? Our on-the-day wedding coordinators confirm delivery and set-up times, check every arrangement is in place and make sure the ceremony flowers move to the reception.
- Delivery and set-up times confirmed
- Every arrangement checked before guests arrive
- Ceremony flowers moved to the reception
Kind words
What our couples say
★★★★★
From the moment we spoke with Miriam, we knew our wedding was in safe hands. She took the time to understand exactly what we wanted and created a planning experience that was organised, enjoyable and completely stress-free. Every supplier she recommended was exceptional, and our wedding day flowed perfectly from start to finish. We were able to relax and enjoy every moment knowing everything was under control. We honestly couldn't have asked for a better wedding planner.
Holly & Ryan
Wedding planning with Miriam ·
★★★★★
Choosing Swish Soirées was the best decision we made during our wedding planning journey. Vicky guided us through every stage, from creating our timeline and managing suppliers to answering countless questions along the way. Her attention to detail was outstanding, and she genuinely cared about making our day special. Everything ran exactly as planned, and our guests commented on how smoothly the entire day unfolded. We would recommend Swish Soirées without hesitation.
Sophie & Marc
Wedding planning with Vicky ·
★★★★★
Vicky made wedding planning so much easier than we ever expected. She kept everything organised, offered brilliant advice and was always there when we needed her. We couldn't have asked for a better experience.
Isabel & Cian
Wedding planning with Vicky ·
Read more from our couples on our testimonials page.
Why book through us
The benefits of booking your florist with us
Good to know
Wedding flower questions
What does a wedding florist do?
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A wedding florist designs and makes all the flowers for your day, from the bridal bouquet and buttonholes to ceremony arches, table centrepieces and installations. They deliver, set up and often move arrangements between the ceremony and reception, then clear away at the end.
How far in advance should we book a wedding florist?
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Six to twelve months ahead is ideal, and earlier for popular dates from May to September. Final designs and numbers are usually confirmed a few weeks before the wedding.
How much do wedding flowers cost?
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It depends on the number of tables, the ceremony set-up and any installations. As a guide, UK couples spend around £1,187 on flowers, and in Spain the bridal bouquet and flowers average around €950. Larger designs in Italy or Greece often start from €6,000 for 50 guests.
Which wedding flowers last best in hot weather?
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Roses, orchids, chrysanthemums, bougainvillea, hydrangeas kept in water, and greenery such as olive and eucalyptus all cope well. Dried and preserved flowers such as pampas never wilt. Delicate peonies and sweet peas struggle in the heat.
Can we reuse our ceremony flowers at the reception?
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Yes, and it is one of the best ways to make your flower budget go further. Aisle arrangements can become table flowers, and an arch can frame the top table or the cake. We plan the move so it happens while guests are at the drinks reception.
Can we bring our own florist to a wedding abroad?
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Sometimes, but a local florist is usually better value and knows what is in season, where to buy and how flowers behave in the climate. Some venues also have preferred florists, so we check the rules first.
Are dried flowers a good choice for a wedding?
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Yes, especially for summer and boho weddings. Pampas, dried palm and preserved flowers add texture, look beautiful in photographs and will not wilt in the heat. Many couples mix them with fresh flowers.
What flowers are in season for a summer wedding?
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Garden roses, hydrangeas, lavender, sunflowers, delphiniums and, in southern Europe, bougainvillea are all at their best in summer. Peonies are at their peak in early summer, so book them for May or June.
More answers on our frequently asked questions page.
About the author
Vicky, Wedding Planner & Coordinator
Vicky has four years of planning experience and loves the design side of a wedding, from styling and colour palettes to the personal touches guests remember. She works with our florists on every design, from the bouquet to the tables.
4 years' experienceStyling & designSwish Soirées planner
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