Beach themed weddings are one of the most popular wedding themes, whether you’re having your dream wedding on the shore of some beautiful beach, or just transforming a reception hall into your own tropical paradise. I get a lot of comments and emails in my site on ladies asking for help planning their beach weddings. Mostly, they all seem to want some great ideas on how to decorate their tables in some interesting beach reception centerpieces. Granted, if you look on the Internet you can find lots of great pictures of wedding centerpieces, but due to budget concerns, availability, or even finding something that appeals to a particular bride – it can be really difficult to find what you’re looking for. I’ve been there, and gone through the same endless stream of pictures that aren’t quite what I’m looking for. So here are some new and trendy ideas for decorating your tables with some great beach reception centerpieces.
Sand and Candle Beach Reception Centerpieces
This is probably the most widely used combination when it comes to wedding receptions with a beach theme. Trust me, it’s not widely overdone. The main ingredients include sand, candles, shells, and a glass container. They’re inexpensive and particularly classy when you have the right combination. For example, use some bright white candles against white sand and decorative add some shells or colorful pieces of coral. Or, fill a decorative glass bowl with sand and shells, inserting a large candle into the center. Many couples also use floating candles with beach weddings, filling the bottom of the candle holder with fruit, sunken blooms, or even sand and shells. Plus, you can color the water a bit with food coloring to help add some color to your tables.
Out with the Mirrors
Many people trying to think of ideas for creating wedding centerpieces will advise you to get a large mirror, and place everything on top of the mirror for a cool beach reception centerpiece. While you can still do that and have a classy centerpiece, the new trend is to do away with the mirrors entirely and focus on a different base for your centerpiece. Instead, experiment with a large bamboo tray or plate, and cover with large green banana leaves or dried grass for a cool new look!
Cool and Natural Table Runners
If you’re having long tables versus the traditional round wedding table, then why not go for something interesting for the eyes? Instead of a traditional linen table runner, why not look for something a little more tropical? Create a large pile of shells down the center of the table, or even rose petals, and add some votives along the table as well. Or, find a few long pieces of driftwood (clean it off a little of course), and place some tea lights or orchids on the driftwood for a true work of art. Potted plants, such as orchids or other tropical looking plant or flower, and allow a guest to take home a plant as a souvenir.
There are lots of ideas for beach reception centerpieces that you can use to create a wedding table that is what you’ve dreamed. Don’t be afraid to experiment with a few ideas, and be sure to play around with the different possibilities until you’ve found a decoration that you totally love. It’s worth the time and the effort.
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