5 Beautiful Wedding Centerpiece Ideas

By Florence Woods

Wedding centerpieces are one of many things the happy couple need to think about and plan for during the wedding preparations.

These centerpieces needn't be too costly or extravagant. However, they should be eye-catching and complement the general color and theme of the wedding.

The only limit to the type of wedding centerpieces you have at your wedding is your imagination. Don't feel pressured to go with something traditional. Explore something more personal or fun too!

Need some ideas? Here are 5 great wedding centerpiece ideas to get you started:

1. Say it with flowers

Flowers don't have to cost a lot of money. They'll always be colorful and attractive, providing they match your color scheme.

For a more traditional wedding try using Orchids or Carnations. If you want something a bit more original try Alium or Larkspur.

If you are looking for something striking Caribea or Parakeet Heliconia are very impressive.

Another option is to use plants in decorative pots which can then be taken home by guests after the wedding.

2. Fruit and Vegetables.

Wedding centerpieces you can eat are an idea worth considering that can add interest and originality.

Fruit and chocolate is a popular combination and can complement or contrast with the color scheme. The arrangement can take any form you like, it can be minimal or imposing.

Our wedding was in the Fall, which meant we were able to use a range of squashes and pumpkins as our centerpieces. They looked amazing!

3. Glassware and candles

It's worth considering lit candles as a wedding centerpiece.

It is easy to add interest before the fading light allows the candles to come into their own, by adding ornate candlearbras, possibly dripping with jewels to reflect light.

Water and glassware gives the centerpiece another dimension and can lead to all manner of shapes and colors.

Instead of liquid, why not fill the vases or bowls with stones or sand.

4. Be practical.

It's easy to get carried away with creativity but don't forget the practicalities when considering your wedding centerpiece ideas.

If the centerpiece is too large or imposing it could take over the table and prevent the guests from seeing each other.

Have fun and be as creative or as safe as you like when it comes to wedding centerpiece ideas.

It's possible to stay as simple and safe as you like, or even to go to town and create a really individual statement, as long as the rest of the wedding is in keeping with this.

5. Theme ideas.

Don't feel you have to stick to the usual traditional wedding centerpiece ideas. Stuck for ideas? Here are some great alternatives to consider:

- Old-fashioned or retro (maybe a 60s or 70s theme?!)

- Oriental and themes of the Far East

- Ocean - shells, sand and pebbles.

- Back to nature! Think of trees, grasses, flowers, etc.

As you can see from even these few wedding centerpiece ideas, the possibilities are endless and needn't cost a fortune.

Happy wedding planning! - 29955

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