26 Prettiest Wedding Flower Ideas Ever (No, Really)

I don’t usually feature wedding things here, but as the mother of a Landscape Architect, these kinds of things catch my eye. I’m in complete awe of the overwhelming beauty of these intensely creative and beautiful wedding flower ideas. Makes me want to get married again…or at least add some flowers to my life!

Which ones are your favorites?

Upside-Down Garden

PHOTO BY HAZELNUT PHOTOGRAPHY

How can a ceiling covered in flowers not wow you? Crystal chandeliers complete the glamorous effect of this lush indoor inverted garden. Use the same concept over a dance floor, head table or ceremony site. A similar idea is a floral wall — perfect for photo ops or a backdrop for your cake.
Organic Touch

PHOTO BY JEN FARIELLO

Go wild with an arrangement of freshly picked blooms. Pretty vessels will add polish to an unruly centerpiece. Opt for seasonal blooms for an extra “green” touch.
Mini Floral Crown

PHOTO BY CLARY PHOTO

Floral wreaths are big for brides, and fun for little attendants too. Let a wreath of blooms stand in for a basket of petals. Or opt for a floral crown and a banner or sign announcing your arrival.
Trellis Wedding Arches

PHOTO BY MARISA HOLMES PHOTOGRAPHER

The arch or huppah is a focal point of any ceremony, so make it something to stare at. And there’s nothing quite like a flower-covered trellis to do just that. Hanging crystals and cascading vines create a pretty backdrop for photos. Play with color and floral varieties to make it work for any season or setting.
Low Centerpieces

PHOTO BY JOEY KENNEDY PHOTOGRAPHY

Encourage conversation among your guests with low and lush arrangements. Big-headed blooms, like hydrangeas, roses and peonies, pack a nice punch, while cascading vines give the centerpiece a natural, undone feel.
All White

PHOTO BY CARLA TEN EYCK

There’s something so timeless about a clean and crisp all-white reception. Use height, texture and lighting in your centerpieces to create depth. This will make your flowers stand out — even against a monochromatic background.
Flower Chandeliers

PHOTO BY KINA WICKS PHOTOGRAPHY

Swap out the more traditional crystal chandelier for a hanging arrangement of flowers that mimics the look and feel of a light fixture. Try hanging long strings of flowers, like these pink hyacinths, and cover the top in greenery and berries for a garden-fresh feel.
The Cascade Bouquet

PHOTO BY BRIAN DORSEY STUDIOS

It’s a classic reimagined (remember Princess Diana’s 1981 bouquet?); the cascade of today is a loosely gathered arrangement. Flowing ribbon, greens and vines add to the less-structured look and give the bouquet its “cascade.”
Ombre Centerpieces

PHOTO BY RED RIBBON STUDIO

The ombre trend isn’t going anywhere anytime soon. It’s made its mark on almost every wedding element, from invitations to cakes and even dresses. This look works best on long tables, so you can really see the slight variation between each shade. Stick to one flower type, like roses or hydrangeas, to really make the colors pop.
Chair Garlands

PHOTO BY KRISTY DICKERSON

Whether you want to distinguish your own chairs or your bridal party and parents at the reception, flowers are an obvious way to go. Opt for leafy garlands (we love magnolia leaves) or add in a few pretty blooms for extra-special guests.
Flower-Accented Napkins

PHOTO BY JULIE MIKOS

Welcome each guest to their place at the table with a flower head on their napkin ring. Use a neutral napkin and charger and then pick a bright flower with a large head (we like chrysanthemums, zinnias, dahlias or roses) for the ultimate pop. You don’t have to use fresh flowers: DIY paper or fabric flowers are just as pretty.
Flower- and Petal-lined Aisles

PHOTO BY ALLAN ZEPEDA

Don’t wait for a flower girl to sprinkle the petals — create a lush floral aisle runner. Add larger arrangements next to the chairs to create a defined (uber-romantic) pathway to the altar.
Hanging Glass Globes

PHOTO BY KATE MCELWEE PHOTOGRAPHY

Draw attention to a cake table with this creative hanging centerpiece. These delicate glass globes are filled with bright flowers for a cheery-yet-modern look.
Floral Wreaths

PHOTO BY SYLVIE GIL PHOTOGRAPHY

Dress up an outdoor ceremony entrance, like a gate or door, with a cleanly constructed, all-floral wreath, or use the circular arrangement to mark the spot where you’ll exchange vows. Mini-wreaths are a great alternative to pomanders for little attendants.
Boutonniere Bar

PHOTO BY PHILIP FICKS

Share the flower love with your guests by offering a make-your-own boutonniere bar. It’s a fun and easy activity that will keep your male guests busy before the ceremony and looking dapper all night long.
High Branch Centerpieces

PHOTO BY ROEY YOHAI

Bring the forest indoors with arrangements of branches that almost reach the ceiling, creating the effect of trees. These stunning skyscrapers will make a big impact and encourage conversation among guests.
Dance Floor Flower Boxes

PHOTO BY AMY & STUART

The genius behind this idea is twofold: Not only do the flowers add a pretty garden effect to the dance floor, they also pull double-duty covering cords and equipment for a band or DJ. How great is that?
Hanging Single-Stem Bottles

PHOTO BY EDYTA SZYSZLO

This unexpected idea makes for a pretty ceremony backdrop (and an easy DIY project). Glass milk bottles and a few stems in monochromatic shades tied securely to your arch or a ceiling beam create a wow-worthy hanging installation.
Fresh Cake Flowers

PHOTO BY KT MERRY

Cakes with cascading fresh flowers are something we can always get behind. Make this idea your own by adding blooms and greenery in your wedding color palette. Quick tip: Loop in your florist, so they can source flowers that haven’t been sprayed with pesticides!
Potted-Fruit-Tree Aisle Markers

PHOTO BY GABRIEL RYAN PHOTOGRAPHERS

Arrangements of cut flowers are classic ceremony aisle décor, but consider using a fruit tree for a fresh (and aromatic) twist.
Hanging Pomanders

PHOTO BY ARCHETYPE STUDIO INC.

Floral pomanders are the new tissue pomanders. Hang them from trees at an outdoor affair, or from ceiling beams in a banquet hall for a colorful touch to your décor. Just be careful to use extra-care (and support) when hanging them; pomanders made with real flowers are much heavier than the paper variety.
Floral Table Runners

PHOTO BY TORY WILLIAMS

If you’re looking to make a big, bold statement on long feasting tables, look no further than floral table runners. These beautiful cascading arrangements replace the traditional fabric table runner, and they’re low enough that the flowers don’t get in the way of guest conversation. For maximum impact, choose one flower type and a monochromatic color scheme.
Escort Flowers

PHOTO BY DENNIS DRENNER

Let guests “pick” their seat. Single-stem flowers make for a stunning escort card display. Opt for handcrafted paper or fabric blooms that won’t wilt and can double as favors.
Inverted Centerpieces

PHOTO BY GENEVIEVE LEIPER PHOTOGRAPHY

Try this unexpected take on the centerpiece: Have your florist place a planter filled with lush blooms above the table, with the stems hanging upside down. Fill the table with monochromatic pillar candles to draw guests’ eyes upward.
Lush Monograms

PHOTO BY ORANGE TURTLE PHOTOGRAPHY

Get personal and ask your florist to turn your monogram (or just your new last initial) into a floral sign to decorate the door to your ceremony entrance or the mantle at your reception venue. Cover it in monochromatic flowers or go more rustic with moss and wildflowers.
Flower Walls

PHOTO BY DEVON JARVIS

Flower-covered walls are the next big thing in wedding flower décor. And why not? This idea pulls double-duty as both a ceremony and photo booth backdrop. It’s also a great way to bring the outdoors in if you’re saying “I do” in a ballroom setting.