hi chicks, i am *very* allergic to flowers but my venue requires the centerpieces to be done by a florist no matter what, so i can't DIY them. i need to contact some of their florists but i have no idea how much i should budget for this. the centerpieces are pretty low on my list of wedding priorities and i'd probably be happy with just a nice candle arrangement, but i did think about manzanita trees (or the like) with strands of beads hanging from them. the bmaids will be carrying strands of beads instead of bouquets, and my "bouquet" will be a weird and awesome thing with beads on it from etsy.
we'll be 175 so approximately 17 tables. will i be laughed out of the room if i say i only want to spend $1500? i will spend less if i can get away with it!
thanks!