Wedding props: what to hire, what to buy & how to style them

Weddings are all about creating atmosphere and mood. As florists, we already know how to set the tone through flowers - but what many couples don’t realise is how much further we can take their vision using carefully styled wedding props.

Here are our top tips on how to bring everything together - from what to hire or buy, to how to style it all - using our in-house collection to elevate your wedding flowers and create a truly immersive experience.

Why florists make the best wedding stylists

As the team designing your wedding flowers, we already understand your colour palette, textures, and overall mood better than anyone. We also know your venue - including what works there, what doesn’t, and even whether they allow candles or naked flames (don’t worry if they don’t - we have some incredible LED taper candles for these spaces!). That makes us perfectly placed to style your space, and make sure everything ties together beautifully.

Should you hire or buy wedding props?

Couples often ask us whether it’s better to hire or buy their wedding props. The truth is - there’s no one-size-fits-all answer. It really depends on your style, budget, how much you want to manage after the wedding and if you want to take away any keepsakes.

Here’s a simple guide to help you decide:

What props to hire and why

• Big ones - The big items that will be used only once
• Multiple ones - Items that you need a lot of, like name holders or table vases.
• Sustainable - You want to be sustainable and reduce waste by reusing high quality props
• Budget - Maximise your budget and hire high quality, rather than having to buy it
• Easy - You want a fuss-free option, no sourcing, no delivery and no storing after

What props to buy and why

• Keepsakes – anything personal that you want to keep or give to guests to take home
• Reuse - You want to reuse them at home after the wedding
• DIY Challenge - You love the idea of sourcing and creating your space from top to toe yourself!
• Resell - You’re planning to resell or pass things on

Most couples choose a blend of both - hiring the big-impact pieces from us, and adding small, personal touches they’ve sourced themselves.

What’s in our wedding prop hire collection

Our curated wedding prop collection is designed to complement your florals - not compete with them. We have vases and bowls in the perfect sizes so everything fits beautifully.

But it doesn’t stop there. Did you know we also hire out vintage candlesticks, a variety of bud vases, aisle plinths, easels, fabric backdrops, and soft table runners? We even have table number holders!

Incorporating our in-house prop hire isn’t just a beautiful design decision - it’s a sustainable one. By reusing high-quality items like candle holders, plinths, and vessels, we reduce the need for single-use decor and mass-produced imports that often end up in landfill after just one day of use. Our styling pieces are thoughtfully sourced and carefully maintained to last across many weddings, allowing couples to achieve a luxurious, layered look - without the waste.

Take a closer look at our collection of wedding props for hire!

View our entire range on our dedicated website Wedding & Props for Hire in London here, you can also hire out a studio for hen parties, or wedding parties!  Here's a snapshot of some of our items below too.

Item	Example image	The look
Vintage Brass Candlesticks		A mix of antique-style brass, glass and ceramic styles for a layered, romantic look
Fluted Mantelpiece Vases		Perfect for soft, elegant displays or fireplace styling - HIre
Vintage stoneware mason jars		Rustic, tactile vessels that suit relaxed pub or garden weddings
Fabric Cheesecloth Table Runners		Light cheesecloth-style runners in muted colours
Wedding Easel		Classic wood and metal options for welcome signs or order of the day
Flameless, LED Taper Candles		Flameless TruGlow® LED taper candles. Safe and atmospheric - perfect for venues with flame restrictions

Styling Ideas for Wedding Props

Now you have a flavour for what props you can incorporate into your wedding décor, let’s take a look at styling. Not sure where to start? Here are a few of our favourite ways to use props to set the mood - whatever your wedding vibe.

If you want to create a romantic, elegant feel:

• Swap regular troughs for vintage fluted oval mantlepiece vases
• Swap regular bud vases for contemporary ribbed fluted glass bud vases
• Add a soft contemporary coloured cheesecloth runner across your tablescape

These simple changes bring timeless elegance.

If you’re having a low-key pub wedding:

• Hire an easel to put your welcome sign on, this subtle touch to let people know it’s your wedding day
• Use vintage stoneware jars or marmalade pots for florals - a nod to old pub traditions and perfect for narrow ledges.

These small changes will be considerate and charming.

Props are such an underrated part of creating atmosphere on your wedding day - and when styled alongside your flowers, they help tell your story in the most beautiful way.

Considering to hire wedding props for your wedding?

If you’d like to chat about how props and flowers can work together to elevate your day, we’d love to hear from you. Come by the shop, view the complete wedding prop hire range, or contact Emily, our Wedding Florist & Prop Stylist.