FAQ
Questions & Answers
Pricing & booking
How much do wedding flowers cost in the Twin Cities?
Wedding flowers in the Twin Cities typically cost $4,000–$8,000 for a full-service wedding floral package, depending on your floral vision, guest count, flower selections, and the scale of your ceremony and reception designs. Weddings with simpler floral needs may cost less, while elaborate installations and larger-scale designs may require a higher investment.
At Inspiring Florals, we believe wedding flowers should feel personal, thoughtful, and beautifully connected to your overall wedding vision. We help couples create cohesive floral designs that complement their venue, reflect their style, and make the most of their budget.
Not sure what your wedding flowers might cost? Our Wedding Flower Cost Estimator helps you build a preliminary estimate based on the arrangements you are considering, so you can walk into your floral consultation with a better understanding of your options and budget if you choose to partner with Inspiring Florals.
How accurate is the floral estimate calculator?
The biggest complaint I hear about the wedding industry? A lack of pricing transparency. You spend time filling out inquiry forms, scheduling consultations, and falling in love with a vendor’s work, only to find out they were never in your budget to begin with. Wedding flowers shouldn’t have to work that way.
That’s why I created this wedding flower cost calculator. It gives you an estimated starting point for your wedding floral budget before I know a single detail about your big day. Whether you are planning an intimate gathering or a full-scale celebration, you can explore potential costs and start building a floral vision that works for your budget.
Of course, every wedding is unique. Specific flower varieties, seasonal availability, floral arrangements, installation requirements, and the overall scale of your designs can all influence the final price. If you have your heart set on particular blooms or elaborate floral installations, your investment may look different from the initial estimate.
Think of this calculator as a starting point, not a final quote. My goal is to help you understand what wedding flowers might cost, set realistic expectations, and feel more confident as you plan your day.
What’s included in your pricing?
Our wedding floral pricing reflects the flowers, greenery, and design elements selected for your wedding, along with the preparation and planning needed to bring your vision to life. The Wedding Flower Cost Estimator provides a starting point to help you understand your potential investment before your consultation. After learning more about your vision, floral selections, and wedding-day logistics, we will provide a customized quote outlining your all-in cost.
Your final quote will account for your selected floral arrangements and any additional services you need, such as delivery and setup, teardown, bouquet preservation, specialty rentals, or floral installations. Our goal is to make pricing clear from the start, so you can make informed decisions, prioritize what matters most, and feel confident in your floral investment.
How far in advance should we book our wedding florist?
We recommend booking your wedding florist 6–12 months in advance, especially for popular summer and fall wedding dates in the Twin Cities. Booking early gives us time to thoughtfully develop your floral vision, refine the details, and secure your wedding date.
How do I reserve my date?
First, we’ll meet for a consultation to understand your floral vision, needs, and priorities. From there, we’ll create a customized proposal outlining your recommended florals, a detailed cost breakdown, and optional add-on services. Once you’re ready to move forward, we’ll send a contract summarizing the agreed-upon details. With your signed contract and 30% retainer, your wedding date is officially booked, and we can get to work bringing your floral vision to life!
What is your payment schedule?
We collect a 30% retainer upon booking, with the remaining 70% due 45 days before your wedding.
Services
What areas do you serve?
Inspiring Florals by Sierra provides custom wedding floral design for couples throughout Minneapolis, St. Paul, and the surrounding Twin Cities metro. We serve weddings in communities including Wayzata, Excelsior, Minnetonka, Edina, Eden Prairie, Chanhassen, Chaska, Stillwater, Lake Elmo, Woodbury, and beyond. From elegant Lake Minnetonka weddings and romantic garden celebrations to historic St. Paul venues and modern Minneapolis receptions, we create personalized floral designs that bring each couple’s vision to life. Have a wedding outside these areas? Reach out to discuss your venue and delivery needs.
Do you offer full-service wedding florals?
Yes! We offer three levels of floral service:
- Personal flowers & micro weddings
Bouquets, boutonnieres & corsages for intimate celebrations, elopements, and events.
- Simple ceremony & reception
Personal flowers plus understated ceremony pieces and reception centerpieces.
- Full-service wedding design
Complete floral design across your ceremony and reception — arches, installations, full tablescapes, delivery & styling.
Do you design large installations like ceremony arches and hanging florals?
Absolutely! We love bringing bold, imaginative floral visions to life through statement installations that transform a space and create a lasting impression. From romantic ceremony arches and lush floral backdrops to suspended hanging florals, we design custom installations that complement your venue and tell your unique story. Whether you envision something organic and garden-inspired or dramatic and immersive, we’ll work with you to create a memorable floral experience that feels distinctly yours.
Do you work with venues across Minneapolis and St. Paul?
We provide wedding floral design throughout Minneapolis, St. Paul, and the surrounding Twin Cities metro, working with a variety of venues, from historic event spaces and classic wedding venues to private residences and outdoor settings. We coordinate directly with your venue and wedding vendors, carefully planning the logistics and installation requirements to ensure your florals come together seamlessly on your wedding day.
Do you provide vases, arbors, or other rentals?
Yes! We can help coordinate the vessels, arbors, and other floral structures needed to bring your vision to life. Depending on your design, these items may be rented or purchased and will be included in your customized proposal so you know what to expect in your overall investment.
Design process
What happens at the consultation?
The consultation is all about your vision! Before we meet, we’ll ask a few thoughtful questions to understand your style, priorities, and floral needs. During our consultation, we’ll dream, explore ideas, and collaborate to bring your wedding floral vision to life. Afterward, we’ll develop a customized proposal with a detailed cost breakdown and optional add-ons. From there, we’ll refine the details together and turn your vision into reality on your wedding day!
What is your design style?
Timeless Garden Artistry: Our floral style blends timeless elegance with sculptural, garden-inspired artistry and a touch of whimsy. We combine classic blooms, vibrant colors, and seasonal tones with organic movement, layered textures, and thoughtfully flowing shapes. From romantic bridal bouquets to statement ceremony installations, our designs feel refined yet natural, creating effortlessly beautiful wedding florals that are as memorable as they are timeless.
What flowers are in season for a Minnesota wedding?
In Minnesota, spring brings delicate, romantic blooms, summer offers lush garden flowers, fall introduces rich textures and sculptural shapes, and winter lends itself to elegant, dramatic designs. See our full seasonal guide
What if a flower I love isn’t available on my wedding day?
We work closely with our floral distributors to confirm availability and seasonality during the quoting process, before you book with us. While we do everything possible to source your preferred blooms, unexpected supply challenges can occasionally arise as your wedding day approaches. If a substitution becomes necessary, we will work with you to identify your preferences in advance, including whether you are open to high-quality faux alternatives (for the specific floral in shortage) or would prefer a similar fresh flower. Our goal is to make any necessary adjustments as seamlessly as possible while staying true to your original vision.
Can we bring inspiration photos?
Yes, yes, and yes! We love seeing your wedding flower inspiration photos, Pinterest boards, and saved Instagram posts. Whether you have a clear vision or are still discovering your style, these references help us understand the colors, textures, flower varieties, and overall atmosphere you’re drawn to.
Logistics & policies
Do you do smaller weddings, elopements, or à la carte orders?
Yes, we do! Reach out for a quote.
What is your cancellation or rescheduling policy?
If you need to cancel your wedding floral services, written notice must be provided by email. The date we receive your written notice will determine the applicable cancellation terms. The amount due upon cancellation will be determined by the cancellation schedule outlined in your contract. Rescheduling is handled on a case-by-case basis and will be outlined in your contract.
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