If you’re planning on holding an autumn wedding, part of your decorative planning needs to include centerpieces for your reception. You can purchase complete fall wedding centerpieces from various designers, or you can make them yourself — a more economical option that adds a personalized touch to your wedding theme.
To get you started on brainstorming and designing, here are some elements of fall wedding centerpieces you can mix and match from.
Floating Candles — Collect shallow, elegant clear bowls, and fill them part of the way with water, then set tea lights afloat in the center. Use two or three candles for extra interest.
Orange and Yellow Flowers — Although flowers do not typically bloom in the fall, they classically appear at weddings, so it’s important to find flowers that fit your theme. Orange and yellow roses, sunflowers, and hydrangeas are all plausible options.
Lanterns — Brass lanterns add an outdoorsy autumn feel to your centerpieces. There are realistic replicas available for an authentic look, or you can purchase lantern-shaped candleholders to conceal large candles.
Fall Leaves — Press and dry natural fallen foliage in the lush fall palette: red, orange, yellow, and even brown. Glue leaves into decorative bouquets, or shape them into roses or other flowers to serve a dual purpose in your centerpieces.
Pinecones — Spray paint a handful of pinecones with a color that fits your theme. Glue sequins or use sparkle glue to add some shimmer to these natural elements, or purchase scented pinecones to fill the room with delicious smells.
Pumpkins and Other Squash — A classic fall decoration, pumpkins don’t need to be jack-o-lanterns to remind guests of the changing season. (Although creative jack-o-lanterns would make great fall wedding centerpieces!) You can use other varieties of squash as well for a more Thanksgiving feel.
So now that you have some ideas to get you started on your centerpiece trail, get thinking, get creative but overall, have fun.
