Everything You Need to Know About Artificial Faux Florals for Weddings & Events

Planning your wedding or event and feeling overwhelmed by the cost of fresh flowers? You’re not alone. While fresh florals have long been the traditional choice, artificial faux florals are quickly gaining popularity in the event world—and for good reason. From budget-friendly blooms to picture-perfect styling, faux flowers are a stylish and sustainable alternative that doesn’t compromise on beauty.

Here’s everything you need to know about using faux florals for weddings and events, including why they’re a smart choice, what types of arrangements you’ll need, and how they compare to fresh flowers.

What Are Artificial Faux Florals?

Artificial faux florals (also known as silk flowers, fake flowers, or imitation flowers) are high-quality, lifelike blooms made from materials such as silk, latex, and PU (polyurethane). Unlike the plastic-looking flowers of the past, today’s luxury faux florals are crafted to look incredibly realistic, making them a stunning alternative to fresh blooms.

They’re perfect for weddings, corporate events, and special celebrations where longevity, consistency, and design flexibility are key.

Why Do Fresh Flowers Cost So Much?

Fresh florals are undeniably beautiful, but they come with a premium price tag due to:

• Seasonal availability: Flowers not in season often need to be imported.
• Delicate handling: Fresh blooms require careful storage, transport, and hydration.
• Labour-intensive design: Arranging and preserving fresh flowers is time-sensitive and often done on the event day.
• Waste and perishability: Many flowers are discarded after a single use.

Add these factors together, and the cost of fresh florals can escalate quickly—especially for large weddings or multi-day events.

The Benefits of Choosing Faux Flowers

Faux florals offer a range of advantages for event styling:

• Cost-effective: They can be more affordable than fresh, especially for large installations.
• Weather-proof: No wilting, bruising, or drooping—even in extreme heat or wind.
• Allergy-friendly: Ideal for guests or bridal parties with pollen sensitivities.
• Time flexibility: Can be set up well in advance without refrigeration or hydration.
• Sustainable: Reusable and environmentally friendly with minimal waste.
• Photogenic: Look flawless all day and night—from ceremony to reception.

At The Hourglass House, our premium faux floral collections are meticulously curated to look and feel just like fresh blooms, offering you the best of both worlds.

What Faux Floral Pieces Do You Need for a Wedding or Event?

When hiring faux florals for your event, here are the key arrangements you may need:

Ceremony Styling

• Statement floral arbour or backdrop
• Aisle flowers or ground arrangements
• Signing table styling

Reception Styling

• Guest table centrepieces
• Bridal table feature arrangement
• Hanging installations or ceiling florals
• Bar or welcome sign florals
• Cake table or gift table accents

Personal Florals

• Faux bridal bouquet
• Bridesmaids bouquets
• Boutonnières and corsages

All of these elements can be styled with cohesive colour palettes and textures to match your wedding or event theme perfectly.

Faux Flowers vs Fresh Flowers: Which Should You Choose?

Ultimately, the choice comes down to your priorities:

Feature	Faux Flowers	Fresh Flowers
Appearance	Lifelike and consistent	Natural, with slight variations
Cost	More budget-friendly	Can be expensive depending on blooms
Durability	Long-lasting, weather resistant	Perishable, fragile
Setup Flexibility	Can be installed early	Must be installed close to event time
Environmental Impact	Reusable and low-waste	High waste, short lifespan
Allergies	Reusable and low-waste	May cause reactions

Faux florals are an ideal solution for couples seeking convenience, consistency, and elegance—without the high cost or unpredictability of fresh flowers.

Faux Floral Hire with The Hourglass House

Artificial faux florals offer an elegant, stress-free, and sustainable alternative to traditional fresh flowers. With endless customisation, long-lasting beauty, and impressive value, they’re a brilliant choice for modern weddings and events.

At The Hourglass House, we specialise in luxury faux floral styling that elevates your celebration. Our collections feature premium silk and real-touch blooms styled to perfection across ceremony and reception spaces. Whether you’re hosting an intimate elopement or a grand wedding, our styling team will tailor a floral concept that reflects your unique vision.

Want to see the magic of faux florals in action? View our portfolio to explore your styling options. Ready to bring your event to life with faux florals? Let’s make magic together.