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Wedding Centerpieces: Tips on Why and How to Include Them in Your Ceremony

· Wedding Decor

When it comes to planning your wedding there are too many details that need to be smoothed out before the big day arrives. The bride-to-be and her closest ones spend a lot of time going through every little detail since everything needs to be perfect and laid out appropriately. One of the things without which no wedding could ever be imagined is the decorations.

The most noticeable decoration in a wedding ceremony is the centerpiece. It is a focal point and it can show off the taste of the couple and the theme of the wedding. Some are simple, while others are more elaborate.

Wedding Centerpieces

Regardless, they are a perfect addition to any table and are meant to draw attention and make a statement. It is undeniable, centerpieces are important and should be included in the best day of your life. Let's go through some of the types of centerpieces, so that you can make an informed decision which one suits you best.

  • Low wedding centerpieces – these type of wedding centerpieces sit close to the table. Most often the floral arrangement is put in bowls or some kind of short vessels.

  • Tall wedding centerpieces – these elevated arrangements are usually put in a large glass vase and are most often used for more glamorous weddings. Even though it is tall, the large glass vase does not interfere with the ambient, and it does not make it difficult for the guests to converse.

  • Small wedding centerpieces – these most often use bud vases, and the centerpieces can be anything from timelessly refined to modernly minimalist.

  • Large wedding centerpieces – the lush arrangements used for this type of décor are characterized by their overgrown look and are most often used in more romantic settings.

  • Hanging wedding centerpieces - placed overhead, this type is nowhere near the table, but rather above. These centerpieces are great for couples with an unusual taste, and for those who think outside the box.

As you can see, the ideas are many, the designs can vary and the floral choices are endless. The truth is, the need to be creative and unique, even at weddings, has grown in importance over the years. Yet, there is something classic and timeless about a floral centerpiece, and it is amazing. The possibilities are many, from small to tall glass vase, then the flowers, then the style, design, and placement. It surely looks confusing, but the effort pays off when you see it all come together.