How to Repurpose Your Wedding Flowers for Your Reception & Beyond

Make every dollar count with these savvy wedding flower tips and tricks

Your wedding flowers are one of the most beautiful elements of your big day, setting the tone with color, texture, and ambiance. But what if you could make the most out of your floral arrangements beyond just the ceremony? With a little planning, your wedding flowers can do double (or even triple) duty—saving you money and ensuring that every petal is fully appreciated.

Here’s how to repurpose your wedding flowers throughout your celebration and beyond!

1. Ceremony to Reception Transition

Altar Arrangements as Sweetheart Table Decor

Large floral arrangements placed at the altar, such as floral meadows, swags, and grand centerpieces can be easily moved to frame your sweetheart table or the head table. This creates a seamless transition of decor and keeps the romance flowing throughout the reception. These statement pieces can also be positioned by your DJ or band to enhance their stage presence. For example, a grand floral arch from the altar could be repurposed behind the sweetheart table, adding a touch of elegance and grandeur. Similarly, floral swags or garlands could be draped around the table, creating a soft and romantic atmosphere.

SBBlooms Insider; Micheala, used Marlowe Grand Centerpieces to flank her ceremony space and then repurposed them behind her sweetheart table to create a stunning backdrop.

Aisle Flowers as Centerpieces

Aisle markers hanging from your chairs or pews can be repurposed as centerpieces or accent decor on cocktail tables, gift tables, or the bar. Putting two aisle markers criss-crossed into an ‘x’ fashion can also double as a smaller arrangement. This not only adds a touch of charm and personality to the reception but also maximizes the use of your floral arrangements. For instance, tall aisle arrangements could become eye-catching centerpieces, while smaller posies in bud vases could adorn cocktail tables.

Bridal and Bridesmaid Bouquets as Table Decor

Instead of letting your bridesmaid bouquets rest on a chair or disappear after photos, placing these beautiful arrangements fanned out around your cake doubles as a cake meadow. This adds a touch of whimsy and elegance to the cake display and ensures that your bouquets remain a focal point throughout the reception. The bouquets could be arranged in a variety of ways, such as a cascading waterfall or a circular halo, depending on the style and size of the cake. Add some cake flowers to create a cohesive floral look throughout the table space.

2. Cocktail Hour & Reception Enhancements

Welcome Sign & Seating Chart Decor

Use floral arrangements to enhance signage, such as the welcome sign, seating chart, or guestbook table. It adds a thoughtful touch and ties in with your floral theme. Those floral swags or meadows you used for your ceremony would be perfect on the floor flanking these displays. 

Photo Booth Backdrops

Create a stunning photo backdrop by incorporating repurposed florals into the setup. Whether draped over an arch or placed around a vintage frame, flowers enhance photo moments for guests. Garlands and Floral Runners would be our go-to for decorating the perfect photo opp!

3. Post-Wedding 

Host a Farewell Brunch

Picture this: it’s the morning after your wedding, and you and your bridal party are craving a delicious meal and a refreshing iced latte. Why not celebrate in style and host a farewell brunch?

Repurpose your wedding décor for a budget-friendly and chic brunch setting! Reuse your centerpieces, garland, and table decor to transform your brunch venue into an extension of your wedding aesthetic. This not only saves you money but also adds a touch of elegance and sentimentality to your post-wedding celebration.

Why Renting Your Wedding Flowers Makes Repurposing Even Easier

When you rent premium silk flowers from Something Borrowed Blooms, you eliminate the stress of keeping fresh flowers alive and vibrant throughout the day. Our designs are lightweight, easy to move, and stay picture-perfect from ceremony to reception (and beyond!). Plus, there’s no waste—just breathtaking florals that can be enjoyed to the fullest without worrying about wilting or tossing them out at the end of the night. Simply adhere the return label to the box and return it to your local FedEx. Or better yet, schedule a FREE FedEx pick-up. 

Make the Most of Your Wedding Flowers

With a little creativity and coordination, your wedding flowers can do so much more than decorate your ceremony. From the aisle to the reception, and even into the next day, repurposing your premium silk wedding flowers is an easy way to maximize beauty, minimize waste, and stretch your budget. Want stress-free florals that are easy to move and reuse? Explore all of our collections at Something Borrowed Blooms today!