By now, you've probably decided what your wedding theme is. If
you have not, here are some basic wedding themes: rustic wedding, beach
wedding, ethnic wedding, country wedding, romantic wedding, over the top
wedding etc. You centerpieces should also take into consideration the
season you decide to have your wedding. When looking for your wedding
table centerpiece ideas, you should take into consideration not only on
the level of formality, but how your food is going to be served, a
buffet, a sit down dinner, or hors devours being served by a waiters. To
make this easy, I have divided the article into seasons and different
levels of formality.
Spring Table Wedding Centerpiece Ideas
Flowers,
flowers, flowers! Spring is all about blossoming flowers. Flowers in
seasons are at their cheapest so make sure you use flowers that are in
season when getting married in the spring (or any other time!). Mixing
several kinds of flowers with complimenting colors add texture and
luster to your event. Flowers can be a single flower in a clear vase or a
cluster of flowers with rhinestones in a tall table wedding tree
centerpiece.
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Bird Nest Centerpieces |
Birds and birds nests on wedding trees are also an elegant
touch. For outdoor weddings, you may consider brightly colored
topiaries.
If you're not into flowers, another option is fruits in
season arranged artistically on vases or a silver campote. Fruits
presented like flower arrangements can be a beautiful alternative.
Pebbles
as a base for votive candles are great alternative for adding natural
elements. I do not recommend sand, as sand can get into food, especially
on outdoor wedding reception sites. Speaking of natural, don't forget
greens like grass, bamboo or moss.
Summer Table Wedding Centerpiece Ideas
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Seashells |
Beach
weddings are very popular in the summer. Your centerpiece can be as
simple as having sea shells on the table. If you are a DIY bride, you
can easily make a beautiful beach centerpiece by gluing different sizes
of sea shells on a big vase or a small votive candle holders. Tie it
with a rafia on top, If you like.
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Tulips |
Roses, tulips, and lilies are
very popular summer flowers. Cut the tulip stems short and place them on
a square vase for a modern look. If your reception venue has a tall
ceilings, take advantage of this architectural feature by having tall
table wedding centerpieces, such as crystal trees adorned with spring
flowers and hanging crystals. Just make sure they are tall enough to not
interfere with your guests when they are trying to talk (or see each
other!) across the table.
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Paper Lanterns |
You can also hang colorful paper
lanterns over the table to add to the festive mood. For a night wedding,
you can hang floating glass candle holders for a romantic feel.
Winter Table Wedding Centerpiece Ideas
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Tall Candelabras |
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White Roses |
White,
white, white! In the midst of all the dark colors of winter (think
clothing colors during winter) nothing is more refreshing than white.
White winter weddings are almost always glamorous. Very tall candelabras
as centerpieces are most appropriate when romance is in the air. And
what can be more romantic than a big vase with nothing but white roses
in it surrounded by frosted votives?
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Succulent |
Succulent
plants in little pots or a cluster of different succulent species are
used for a more natural look. Remember, pine cones are not just
associated with Christmas. Add them as a contrast to red roses bouquet
centerpiece and you will be surprised how lovely those things go
together.
Of course, don't forget feathers on tall, almost
architecture like arrangements. You can buy feathers in any color in
your local arts and crafts store.
Fall Table Wedding Centerpiece Ideas
Popular
wedding flowers this season have rich hues. Flowers this season are
daisies, roses, mums and sunflowers. While your favorite flowers might
not be in season (thus paying astronomical prices for them) take heart.
You can still transform these flowers into beautiful centerpieces. With a
florist ball, you can create roses pomanders and place them on top of
martini glasses or candle holders for an instant centerpiece. Make (or
buy) them in different sizes to create an impact.
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Grapes, Apples and Berries |
Grapes and
berries on fruit bowls add color and texture to your wedding table.
Arrange them on a glass fruit bowl (make sure you wash them so that
guests can help themselves.) Berries are also a wonderful addition to
your floral bouquet centerpieces. Leaves are an obvious choice during
fall. How can you incorporate this? How about wrapping your candle
holders with green leaves, tie it with a rafia.
For a fall beach wedding, how about a clear glass bowl with floating candles? You might even want to add rocks on the bottom.
So you see, there are different (and inexpensive) ways to beautify your table centerpieces.
You wedding should be as unique as you are. Go out and take a nature
walk. Nature is such a great inspiration. I suggest you make an
inspiration board for your wedding. Pick up to 3 colors and work your
way toward unifying not just your centerpieces but the whole wedding
itself. Remember, centerpieces are your focal point. It's a sure fire
way to make a lasting impression on your wedding day.
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