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Lauren Bercier

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Co-Founder & CEO

Lauren Bercier is the Co-founder and CEO of Something Borrowed Blooms, the leading silk floral rental company transforming the wedding industry. Since launching the business in 2015 with her first cousin, Laken, the duo has grown the company from an idea into a nationally recognized brand, serving over 60,000 weddings and helping couples save more than $100 million on wedding flowers.
After planning her own wedding, Lauren recognized an opportunity to disrupt the traditional floral market—where high costs and single-use products are the norm. She pioneered a rental model that prioritizes affordability first, while also offering a sustainable, low-waste alternative for modern couples. Under her leadership, Something Borrowed Blooms has redefined wedding florals by combining thoughtful design, operational excellence, and technology to deliver a seamless, stress-free experience.
Lauren is passionate about building a company that makes weddings more accessible without sacrificing beauty or quality. Her work has positioned Something Borrowed Blooms as a category leader and earned recognition from major media outlets including Forbes, The New York Times, and CBS Mornings.
A Louisiana native, Lauren is also a wife and mother who understands firsthand the balance of growing a business while raising a family. She brings that same intention and authenticity into her leadership, continuing to challenge industry norms, inspire fellow entrepreneurs, and shape the future of weddings.

Bootstrapped to VC-Backed: Scaling a Female-Founded Brand — Lauren Bercier
April 6, 2026

Bootstrapped to VC-Backed: Scaling a Female-Founded Brand — Lauren Bercier

She spent thousands of dollars on wedding flowers she didn't even love — and watched them end up in the trash by the end of the night. That experience became the blueprint for a business that has now served over 60,000 weddings and helped couples save more than $100 million on flowers. Lauren Bercier is the Co-Founder and CEO of Something Borrowed Blooms, the leading silk floral rental company disrupting the traditional wedding flower industry. In this episode, Lauren joins hosts Joshua…

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