35 Budget-Friendly Ceremony Décor Ideas
Your ceremony decorations don't have to cost a fortune to make an impact. Here, get inspired by these cost-effective options.
By: Kristen Klein
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Add some whimsy and color to your ceremony with pinwheels and streamers.
Photo: Sugar + Soul Photography
Beach Beauty
Set against such a beautiful natural backdrop, a simple hoop wreath is all you need.
Photo: Heather O'Steen Photography
Christmas Trees
If you're get married near the holidays, you’ll likely be able to take advantage of some free decorations from your venue. When viewing potential venues, be sure to ask about how (and when) they decorate for the holidays.
Photo: Tia LaRue Photography via Wandering Blooms LLC
Fresh Greenery
Get more bang for your buck by opting for fresh greenery in lieu of an abundance of flowers.
Photo: Ulmer Studios
Ribbons
An easy DIY that can be adapted to fit any wedding style, ribbon strands create a chic and simple backdrop.
Photo: Brklyn View Photo
Quilted Aisle
Instead of a costly aisle runner, pick up some quilts from a thrift store for a quirky, homespun vibe.
Photo: Love & Adventure Photography
Balloons
Make balloons the star of the décor show; keep it wedding-appropriate by opting for simple L-O-V-E letters.
Photo: Clean Plate Pictures
Mystical Forest
Design a mystical fairy-tale space with hundreds of paper cranes overhead.
Photo: Carolien and Ben
Spiral Seating
Turn your chairs into part of the décor by arranging them in an interesting pattern.
Photo: Gideon Photography
Chalkboard Signs
Use chalkboard signs to spell out your favorite quote or bible verse. Dress the space above your ceremony with simple tulle.
Photo: Eric Vest Photography
Wildflowers
Wildflowers in mason jars add color to your aisle without costing a fortune.
Floral Display
You don’t have to skip flowers entirely to save money; just opt for more budget-friendly varieties, like hydrangeas and roses.
Photo: F8 Photo Studio
Chair Covers
Brightly-covered chair covers that reflect the colors of the sunset are perfect for a beach wedding.
Photo: Palace Resorts
A-Frame
A simple A-frame adorned with a basic floral arrangement creates a lovely minimalist backdrop.
Twinkling Lights
Stock up on string lights during the post-holiday sales. Decorate the ceiling and the backdrop with dozens of strands for dramatic effect.
Photo: Debbie Neff Photography
Musical Notes
Whimsical and fun, a backdrop made of vintage records is perfect for a music-loving couple on a budget.
Photo: Revival Photography
Autumn Aisle
Take advantage of in-season decorations, like pumpkins and leaves for a fall wedding.
Photo: Andrejka Photography
Candlelight
Hit up your local dollar store for basic pillar candles, which come together to create a beautiful, romantic backdrop when displayed on modern shelves.
Photo: DreamCatcherUA/Etsy
Lace Curtain
Dress up a vintage curtain with a few individual hanging flowers for a shabby-chic backdrop.
Photo: Lisa Gill Photography
Hoop Wreaths
Arrange a beautiful backdrop on a budget with a variety of simple hoop wreaths.
Photo: Michele Brooke Photography via Fleeting Elegance
Silver Sparkle
Dress up your winter wedding with silver tinsel trees and garlands.
Photo: Nala Jolie Photography
Hearts
Show the love with hundreds of heart cutouts lining the aisle. It’s a cute and cheap DIY project perfect for an outdoor wedding.
Photo: Lucky Malone Photography
Custom Art
Are you an artsy couple? Create a one-of-a-kind backdrop with dripped paint on a canvas.
Photo: Nikole Ramsay
Pom Poms
Paper poms add extra romance to a minimalist ceremony arch.
Photo: Monique Hessler Photography
Streamers
Line your aisle with ribbon streamers, which look even more gorgeous on a windy wedding day.
Photo: Robert Holley Photography
Monogram
Make your new monogram the star of the show. Bonus: You can reuse it as home décor after the big day.
Photo: Photo Love
Gold Frames
Go thrift shopping for ornate frames; pop out the backs and spray paint them gold for a luxe look for less.
Photo: Sarah Maren Photography via Kate Whelan Events
Faux Flower Wall
A flower wall may cost a small fortune, but you can get the look for less with a printed tapestry instead.
Photo: Rustic White Photography
Book Arch
Book lovers, show off your literary love with an arch made entirely of books. Repurpose tales from your own bookshelves, and hit up used book sales to fill the gaps.
Photo: Rubin Photography
Love Sign
All you need is an oversized sign to create an eye-catching backdrop.
Photo: Susan Jackson Photography
Crepe Paper
Layered crepe paper in muted tones creates a soft, romantic backdrop.
Photo: Steve Steinhardt
