Summer is upon us. Time for fun in the sun and weddings! If you're getting married this summer, it's time to start thinking about wedding reception decor. Don't overlook the importance of choosing the perfect centerpiece to set the tone of your celebration. Between choosing wedding invitations and tasting cakes, forgetting little details is easy to do.
So, what type of centerpiece will you choose? That depends on the vibe you're trying to achieve. Will your wedding aesthetic be whimsical, rustic, bohemian, or modern? Among the different wedding aesthetics, centerpiece options are truly limitless. If your centerpiece does not prohibit your guests from seeing and talking to each other while seated at their tables, the sky is the limit on choices. Check out the wedding reception centerpieces below to get your creative juices flowing.
Short Floral Centerpiece
For many people, summer weddings recall white flowers, yet the season offers a plethora of colorful flowers to choose from. Here's a delightful floral centerpiece that's short and sweet. Talk to your florist about different vase styles or think outside the box when it comes to vases. Hand-painted jars, empty wine bottles, pitchers, or beer mugs make fun and creative vase options.
Tall Floral Centerpiece
Do the unexpected and impress your guests with a towering floral centerpiece. You can have lots of greenery with a few stand-out blooms throughout or make flowers the main display and add delicate green accents like honeysuckle and sweet pea vines. Tall floral centerpieces are the perfect choice for those who want a sophisticated wedding reception.
Beach Themed Centerpiece
Being a Myrtle Beach wedding photographer, I've seen countless beach-themed centerpieces throughout the years. The perfectly simple centerpiece pictured below proves that sometimes less is more. The light and airy floating candle holder ties in beautifully with delicate nautical embellishments. This centerpiece appropriately sets a happy and relaxed tone that's ideal for wedding receptions by the sea.
Lantern Centerpiece
For outdoor wedding receptions, lanterns are an excellent centerpiece choice to prevent candles from blowing out. There is a vast selection of lantern styles to choose from which means they can be incorporated into any wedding aesthetic. The charming centerpiece below pairs an elaborate, gold lantern with antique roses, setting the stage for a formal affair.
Book-inspired Centerpiece
Now and then, I come across book-inspired centerpieces; a unique way for lovers of literature to show off their personality. Paper flowers and a small stack of books placed upon lace as seen below embodies the romanticism of the Victorian era, the age of realism in literature and art. For more book-inspired centerpiece ideas, check out Pinterest.
Non-traditional Centerpiece
Don't be afraid to forego traditional centerpieces and opt for a fun, modern centerpiece that represents your style. Bold contrasting colors and polka dots make a statement that leaves a lasting impression among your guests. Elevate the fun with the addition of disposable cameras and revel in the candid’s captured by your guests.
Still not sure which centerpiece style speaks to you? Take a moment to ponder these factors:
- Top 3 Aspect of Your Wedding - Is it the food, decor, and photographs? Determining this helps allocate your budget accordingly.
- Formal, Casual, or In-between - Think about what your guests will be wearing and choose decor that provides an appropriate backdrop.
- Venue – The type of venue will help determine the style of wedding reception décor.
I look forward to seeing which centerpiece you choose. My summer schedule is filling up quickly but there are still a few openings available. Cheers!
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