Hey, hey! Wanting unconventional decor is a fun way to personalize your destination wedding even if it’s difficult to even imagine a wedding without florals. Fresh flowers are a large part of nearly all wedding decor—it’s a gorgeous, fragrant way to incorporate your wedding colors and beautify your venue.
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But they’re certainly not the only way to decorate your ceremony and reception. As you’re planning out your wedding decor, from your centerpieces to your entryway, consider these unconventional decor ideas as a way to make your wedding really stand out.
Unconventional Wedding Decor: Candles
Candles add romance and beautiful soft light to any wedding reception or dinner. Feature ornate candelabras to give your wedding a vintage feel, or go with classic tapers for a simply elegant look. Consider skipping centerpieces at the reception, and opt for an abundance of candles on the tables. It will not only make a bold statement, but cut costs on florals.
Statement Floral Wall
If you want plenty of wedding florals without it seeming boring or predictable, have your florist take things up a notch. Give him or her the creative liberty to create an artistic floral wall. It’ll make for some stunning photos.
Unconventional Wedding Decor: Greenery Garlands
Greenery is so trendy right now. Incorporate simple greenery garlands into your wedding, whether you hang them on the walls or use them as table runners. Bonus: greenery is way more affordable than flowers.
Wax Paper Backdrop
Feature an amazing yet simple DIY wax paper backdrop. This is a creative and affordable way to add a unique texture to your wedding decor. This unconventional option brings a soft, delicate touch with its semi-translucent layers that catch light beautifully, creating an ethereal, almost dreamy atmosphere. Whether used as a ceremony backdrop or as a photo booth feature, wax paper can be shaped and arranged in endless designs—from cascading waves to geometric patterns. It’s an eco-friendly option that adds a handcrafted, artistic flair to your big day! Check out this post from Style Me Pretty for inspo!
Basket Florals
Have your florist use baskets rather than vases. It will give your florals a unique look, and give you the opportunity to utilize them more throughout both the ceremony and reception since they can be easily moved. One of our recent weddings opted for this look, and it turned out beautifully! The rattan baskets fit their look, and looked stunning with the soft colored flowers.
Remember, the best wedding decor to choose is what you love most. Don’t worry too much about how wedding decor is supposed to look — pick wedding decor that’s beautiful to you. Because in the end, your special day is all about celebrating you and your love.
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