75+ Inspiring Wedding Reception Decoration Ideas
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Thanks to long tables, cascading orchids and chandeliers, this reception setup has all the sophistication of a ballroom and then some.
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A tent with rented lounge furniture is an exotic choice for a sweetheart table.
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Get some one-on-one time with your new spouse in this gorgeous sweetheart "lounge."
Plus, check out 15+ Stunning Reasons to Have a Sweetheart Table ►
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Chevron, polka-dots, stripes and other patterns add a playful feel to your event.
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Think you can't use black as a primary wedding color? Think again. When paired with white, the effect is so timeless that you'll still love looking at your photos decades from now.
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Draping adds a romantic vibe to any celebration.
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Celebs and real brides alike are placing more emphasis on their cake tables.
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We've seen hundreds of cake toppers but this sweet calligraphed design is a standout.
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X-shaped tables not only add major "wow" factor but they also help you save a bundle on centerpieces.
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Give your cake the star treatment with a special tablecloth and lovely garlands.
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Come up smelling like a rose with these crazy-cool cocktail tables.
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For sweet savings, repurpose the flowers from your ceremony for your cake table.
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This garden wedding was filled with covetable details, including an innovative dance floor arrangement and quirky light fixtures.
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We can't stop obsessing over this non-traditional chandelier.
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Mirrored chargers and sequined tablecloths are a match made in heaven.
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Long, family-style tables have become more popular as of late.
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Chic Centerpieces
Abundant greenery brought this one-of-a-kind warehouse wedding to life.
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X marks the spot! These criss-crossed orchid arrangements are cool and modern.
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Branch out with these lovely arrangements encircled with blooms.
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Can't decide between branches, crystals, flowers or candles? This stunning centerpiece is proof that you can combine a few different elements without going overboard.
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Create an intimate environment with low clusters of blooms.
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Wooden boxes add rustic charm to your centerpieces.
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How darling are these miniature bud vases?
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These floral arrangements may be petite but they're packed with personality.
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This multilayered tablescape is the apple of our eye.
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No centerpiece would be complete without peeks of unusual greens.
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Match the color of your vase to your flowers for an ultra-polished look.
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As if this centerpiece wasn't beautiful enough, a few blooms were artfully arranged at the base of the vase, serving as an additional focal point.
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Lanterns are a must for nautical-inspired nuptials.
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Ask your florist to place candles inside vases for a lit-from-within glow.
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Can't get enough bling? A crystal candelabra delivers sparkle and shine factor.
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Add a dose of Gatsby glamour to your event with chic lamp covers.
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For a soft and pretty look like this one, ask your florist to arrange flowers in clusters by color.
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Get creative with a trio of bouquet-inspired centerpieces.
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Wow guests with suspended centerpieces dripping in crystals and votive candles. Rent one just for your sweetheart table to minimize costs.
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Fill out a low-lying centerpiece with bud vases and pillar candles.
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Choose lighting in a complementary color as your centerpieces to make them really pop.
Plus, check out 75+ Gorgeous Tall Centerpieces ►
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Candelabras decked out with flowers, leaves and even fruit are perfect for a vineyard celebration.
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Balance out a girlie color scheme with more masculine hues like charcoal.
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For a rustic wedding, we love these vintage candelabras dressed up with fresh greenery.
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Dramatic, all-white centerpieces are the perfect fit for a snowy winter wedding.
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Neutral centerpieces like these won't get lost in darker uplighting and linens.
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For an intimate affair, skip the flowers entirely with clusters of candles.
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Work with your florist to design two or even three different versions of your centerpieces (staggered by price). This not only creates a gorgeous, multifaceted reception look, but it also helps you cut costs.
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Make a bold impression with this incredible feather centerpiece!
Plus, check out 15 Non-Floral Centerpieces So Stunning, You Won't Miss Flowers ►
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It's all about texture in this fall-inspired arrangement featuring hydrangea, sunflowers, ferns and more.
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We love the creative table number flag on this super pretty centerpiece.
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For a slightly preppy feel, match the napkins to the accent color in your centerpieces.
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One couple took their wedding décor to soaring new heights with these dramatic suspended centerpieces.
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We're crushing on this decadent centerpiece! For a budget-friendly alternative, consider using this design as inspiration for your escort table.
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Silver vessels and full, loose groupings of flowers make for an elegant and retro-inspired look.
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Lighting Tricks
These illuminated lanterns added a bright pop of color to this event.
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Lighting Tricks
Lighting has the power to transform even the most basic room into a memorable experience for guests. Use intelligent lighting to switch up different colors during meaningful moments like the first dance or cake-cutting.
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Lighting Tricks
Use lighting to play up key features in your reception space, like your escort card table.
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For a bolder approach, pinpoint lights across the entire space.
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A ring of light shows off cake details that otherwise might have been missed in a darker setting.
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A pathway of candles can also create a romantic ambiance in the reception room as well.
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At this Sofitel wedding, guests dined under the stars thanks to these incredible lighting effects.
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Candles arranged both high and low brought this intimate Italian wedding to life.
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Illuminating a clear tent with twinkle lights gives off such a magical effect.
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Light-projected patterns add an exciting, dynamic feel to your event.
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Pinspotting your centerpieces makes a bigger impact than they would sans lighting.
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Tall crystal candle holders are such a glamorous way to light up the night!
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This warm and inviting reception area surrounded by paper lanterns makes us want to pull up a chair.
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Colorful uplighting makes for incredible shots like this one.
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Whimsical Touches
Beautiful pearl chandeliers harken to a bygone era.
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Supersized lanterns add personality to an otherwise simple space.
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Create an impressive yet affordable reception entrance by covering the ceiling with giant balloons. Limiting the colors to black and white keeps the look chic and from veering into children's birthday territory.
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From the chair garlands to the striped lamp covers to the understated centerpieces, this setup is the epitome of Southern elegance.
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This wedding featured a wall of lovely vintage handkerchiefs that guests could use to dry their eyes during the ceremony.
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Suspended wood initials are an adorable detail for a barn wedding.
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Guests will make a beeline for your bar anyway — why not give them something fun to look at?
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A cheery birdcage serves as a fun card holder.
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Whimsical Touches
- Can't bring Fido or your cat to the actual wedding festivities? Fashion a quirky arrangement in their likeness.
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Spell it out for everyone: Drinks on us!
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Photo Credit: Kirsten Julia Photography / Event Design: Going Lovely
Whimsical Touches
We love this unique "family tree" highlighting meaningful snapshots taken throughout the years.
Photo Credit: Grazier Photography / Planned by: Cape Cod Celebrations
Unique Seating Charts
This woodsy seating chart is just as eye-catching as it is functional.
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Unique Seating Charts
An embossed mirror makes for a beautiful and functional seating chart at a large bash.
Plus, check out 50+ Eye-Catching Seating Charts ►
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Unique Escort Cards
Use your escort card table as an opportunity to get creative, like with these New Year's Eve noisemakers.
Plus, check out Unique Ideas for Your Escort Cards ►
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Unique Escort Cards
Use escort cards that double as favors, like these mini champagne bottles.
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Unique Escort Cards
Guests can unlock the keys to their table seating arrangement with this clever display.
Photo Credit: Catherine Hall Studios / Event Design: Events of Distinction
Unique Escort Cards
Your guests won't be able to stop talking about this incredible escort card tree.
Photo Credit: Brett Butterstein Photography / Event Design: Posh Parties
