No matter how plentiful your budget may be, there are always ways to save. Trim your budget without sacrificing your vision by using these alternatives to expensive blooms.
| SPLURGE | SAVE |
 Peony |
 Double-Flowering Tulip |
| $6 per stem | $2 per stem |
| This beautiful blossom is a statement piece and a favorite for many brides because of its texture and depth, but it’s undoubtedly pricey even in season. | The double-flowering tulip is a great, cheaper alternative to the peony because it has the same texture and depth with unfolding layers. |
 Gardenia |
 Rose |
| $20 per stem | $3 per stem |
| While these blooms are popular for their texture and scent, even brides with plentiful budgets have to be careful using gardenias. | It may not have the waxy appearance of the gardenia, but a classic white rose has a very similar bud. |
 Lily of the Valley |
 Baby’s Breath |
| $10 per stem | $16 per bunch |
| This delicate bell-shaped flower is a great filler flower that adds bulk to an arrangement or bouquet. Lily of the Valley is sold in single stalks that can add up quickly. | Baby’s breath is another popular filler-flower. Although the price appears daunting, it comes in bunches rather than single stems. |
 Phalaenopsis Orchid |
 Dendrobium Orchid |
| $50 per stem | $3 per stem |
| These beautiful orchids are rich in color and hold multiple blooms per double-stem stalk. Unfortunately, this type of orchid comes with a high price. | They might not look as regal as the high-end orchids, but the dendrobium orchids come in many species, providing endless options in color and shape. |
 Dahlia |
 Chrysanthemum (Mums) |
| $8 per stem | $2 per stem |
| This globe-shaped flower with petals galore creates volume and texture in any arrangement. | These ball-shaped blooms come in many assortments and colors, allowing more blooms for less money. |
 Calla Lily |
 Star of Bethlehem |
| $5 per stem | $4 per stem |
| This large trumpet-shaped flower is completely one-of-a-kind. It creates a modern, sophisticated vibe that’s guaranteed to be noticed by guests. | This bloom has the appearance of a lily and even comes in pure white. It would make any arrangement equally as striking without breaking the bank. |
