How to Budget for Luxury Wedding Decor in Toronto | Ethereal Creators
Why Luxury Wedding Decor Costs More — and Why It’s Worth It
Luxury wedding decor isn’t just about flowers — it’s about transforming your venue into an immersive experience. Think custom backdrops, oversized floral installations, velvet lounges, candlelit tablescapes, and ceiling designs that feel like art.
But how do you achieve that level of visual storytelling without spiraling over budget?
At Ethereal Creators, we design bespoke events rooted in strategy, not excess. Here’s how to approach your luxury decor budget wisely:
1. Know Your Overall Budget First
Before breaking down costs, align on your total wedding budget. Most couples allocate 20–30% of their budget to decor and rentals — which typically allows for professional-grade floral installations, focal features, and custom staging.
2. Break It Down by Decor Categories
Understanding the scope of decor helps with prioritization. Key elements include:
Ceremony setup (chuppah, mandap, floral arch)
Reception centerpieces and tablescapes
Head table and stage design
Statement installations (trees, ceiling floral, chandeliers)
Lounge areas and custom furniture
Ambient lighting and draping
Custom signage and entry displays
3. Prioritize High-Impact Moments
Not every area of your venue needs to be heavily decorated. Pick 1–2 wow-factor zones — like your ceremony backdrop or the sweetheart stage — and let the rest support the design subtly.
4. Rent Strategically Instead of Buying
High-end event rentals can achieve an elevated look without full custom builds. Our curated inventory includes:
Crystal candelabras
Gold-trimmed vases and floral stands
Velvet lounges and curved seating
Modular backdrops and custom signage
This helps reduce costs while maintaining a polished, cohesive aesthetic
5. Understand What a Luxury Wedding Decor Budget Looks Like
At Ethereal Creators, we don’t offer standard decor packages. We custom design every event to match your vision, venue, and guest experience goals. That’s why our minimum decor budget starts at $20,000 — allowing us to meet the high standards of quality, artistry, and detail we’re known for.
Here's what’s typically included within this range:
Focal Feature Installations (i.e. ceremony backdrop, sweetheart table design, or oversized floral structures):
Estimated Range: $7,500–$8,500Centerpieces (estimates based on layout):
$650 x 15 for long banquet tables
$275 x 25 for round tables
Larger guest counts, ceiling treatments, custom builds, or full venue transformations can increase the budget accordingly. But every dollar is directed with purpose — to elevate your experience.
6. Always Build in a Contingency Buffer
Set aside an additional 10–15% of your decor budget for last-minute upgrades or enhancements. Whether it's extra candles or upgraded linens, having flexibility makes decision-making easier in the final weeks.
FAQs: Budgeting for Wedding Decor
Q: How much of my wedding budget should I allocate for decor?
A: Most couples spend 20–30% of their total budget on decor. For example, with a $100,000 wedding budget, it’s common to dedicate $20,000–$30,000 toward florals, rentals, and staging.
Q: Can I reuse ceremony decor for the reception to save money?
A: Yes! We often repurpose aisle arrangements, archway florals, or candles into sweetheart table decor or dessert station accents.
Q: Does Ethereal Creators offer packages?
A: No — we believe every event should be custom-designed. That’s why we offer tailored proposals, starting at a $20K minimum, to ensure your decor reflects your style and meets our design standards.
Q: What increases wedding decor costs the most?
A:
Ceiling installations
Tall centerpieces on every table
Custom furniture or stage builds
High guest counts (which mean more tables, florals, and rentals)
