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50 Decoration Ideas for Your Wedding

50 wedding decoration ideas for all budgets and styles: centerpieces, arches, lighting, and our tips for decor that reflects who you are.

Ouidolist TeamJanuary 20, 202515 min read

Wedding decor is what transforms a simple room into a magical place ✨ Whether you have a small budget or more substantial means, there are ideas for every style!

We've prepared 50 ideas organized by theme, with practical tips for each one.


🌸 2025 Decor Trends

This year, we're seeing a lot of:

  • Chic minimalism: less is more
  • Dried flowers: sustainable and trendy
  • Natural tones: terracotta, sage, beige
  • Gold accents: always elegant
  • Eco-friendly: rental, upcycling, local
💡 Our tip: Choose ONE theme or ONE color palette and stick to it. Too much mixing = visual confusion.

🕯️ Centerpieces (Ideas 1-10)

The centerpiece is what your guests will look at throughout the meal. Better make it good!

Small Budget (< $25/table)

1. Grouped Candles 🕯️

Several candles of different heights on a mirror or gold tray. Simple and romantic.

2. Glass Bottles + Wildflowers

Collect bottles (wine, milk, thrifted vases), paint them if needed, add a few flower stems.

3. Lanterns with LED String Lights

An IKEA lantern with string lights inside = magic guaranteed.

4. Seasonal Fruits

Lemons, pomegranates, grapes... Edible and decorative!

Medium Budget ($25-50/table)

5. Simple Floral Arrangements

A small bouquet of seasonal flowers in a matching vase. Ask your florist for a "centerpiece" package.

6. Terrariums

Succulents, moss, small stones. Modern and original.

7. Floating Candles

A large vase with water, petals, and floating candles. Wow effect assured.

8. Wood Rounds + Decor

Wood slice base, candle in the middle, decor around (moss, dried flowers, foliage).

Generous Budget ($50+/table)

9. Lush Floral Arrangements

Large floral pieces with premium seasonal flowers.

10. Candelabras + Flower Cascades

Tall candelabras with floral composition. Very "chateau chic."


🌿 Ceremony Arch (Ideas 11-20)

The arch is THE photo backdrop. Invest in it!

Natural Styles

11. Classic Floral Arch 🌸

Always a timeless classic. Ask for asymmetrical flowers - it's more modern.

12. Branch Arch

Birch or willow branches. Minimalist and poetic.

13. Pampas Arch

Dried pampas grass. THE trend right now.

14. Triangular Arch

Geometric shape + flowers = modern and elegant.

Bohemian Styles

15. Macramé

Handmade or purchased, macramé brings a boho-chic touch.

16. Giant Dreamcatcher

Original and very photogenic.

17. Draping + Flowers

Flowing fabrics that move with the wind + floral touches.

Original Styles

18. Antique Doors

Two old doors opened = perfect romantic frame.

19. Flower Circle

A giant decorated hoop. Perfect for photos!

20. Antique Bookshelf

For book lovers. Decorated with flowers and candles.


✨ Lighting (Ideas 21-30)

Lighting is 50% of the atmosphere. Don't neglect it!

String Lights

21. Starry Ceiling

String lights on the ceiling creating a sky of lights.

22. Light Curtain

As a backdrop or behind the head table.

23. Illuminated Trees

If you have trees, wrap string lights around them.

Candles

24. Candle Path

Along the ceremony aisle. Magical at nightfall.

25. Candles in Glasses

Spread across all tables. Simple but effective.

26. Suspended Lanterns

At different heights. Creates depth.

Modern Lighting

27. Custom Neon Signs

Your wedding hashtag, "Love," your names... Great for photos!

28. Paper Lanterns

Colored or white, suspended everywhere.

29. Ambient Spotlights

Colored lighting for the dance floor.

30. LED Candles

If the venue prohibits real flames. Some are very realistic!


🎀 Small Decor & Details (Ideas 31-40)

It's the small details that make the difference!

Table

31. Original Place Cards

Not just a card: a personalized cookie, a small plant, a polaroid...

32. Creative Menus

On kraft paper, calligraphed, or on a fan (practical in summer!).

33. Themed Table Numbers

Name your tables! Your favorite vacation spots, quotes, important dates...

34. Table Runners

Eucalyptus, flower garlands, textured fabrics...

Space

35. Photo Booth Corner

Frames, props, nice backdrop. Your guests will love it!

36. Welcome Sign

At the entrance with your names and date. Can be reused at home afterward!

37. Original Seating Chart

On a vintage mirror, wooden shutters, bottles...

38. Lounge Area

Sofas, poufs, rugs for a chill-out corner.

39. Candy Bar

Or personalized drink bar (lemonade, signature cocktails).

40. Creative Guest Book

Polaroids with messages, puzzle to sign, Jenga with advice...


🌾 Eco-Friendly Decor (Ideas 41-50)

Because a beautiful wedding can also be responsible!

Flowers

41. Local Seasonal Flowers

Cheaper and more eco-friendly. Ask your florist!

42. Dried Flowers

Zero waste, you keep your decor afterward.

43. Potted Plants

That your guests can take home as gifts.

44. Edible Arrangements

Aromatic herbs, citrus fruits... Beautiful and useful!

Materials

45. Creative Upcycling

Jars, bottles, wooden crates, shutters...

46. Decor Rental

More and more services offer rentals. Cheaper and zero waste!

47. Fabric Rather Than Plastic

Linen tablecloths, reusable ribbons...

After the Wedding

48. Reusable Decor

Buy things you'll keep at home (vases, frames, lanterns).

49. Guest Giveaways

Your centerpieces become gifts!

50. Second Life

Resell or donate your decor afterward. There are dedicated Facebook groups!


📸 Our Decor Checklist

To make sure you don't forget anything:

  • Entrance / Welcome
  • Ceremony (arch, aisle, chairs)
  • Cocktail hour
  • Reception hall
  • Tables (centerpiece, place cards, menu)
  • Head table
  • Photo corner
  • Cake / desserts
  • Dance floor
  • Outdoors (if applicable)
  • Lighting
  • Signage (signs, seating chart)

💡 Final Tip

The best decor is the one that reflects who you are. Don't do something just because it's "trendy." Your wedding should reflect your personality!

And don't forget to share your best decor photos on your Ouidolist gallery! 📸


Did you create amazing decor? Share your photos with us, we love seeing your creations!
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