Autumn Flower Centerpieces

Orange cala lilies in a copper urn would be an ideal centerpiece for a rustic gathering.

Autumn, with the rich colors on trees and vibrant fall vegetables, creates a beautiful color scheme for a centerpiece design. Incorporating flowers in natural fall colors into a centerpieces design is ideal for holiday celebrations, weddings or other special occasions.

Colors

When choosing flower colors for an autumn-themed centerpiece, stick to flowers reflective of the colors found in nature during this season. Ideal colors include ivory, mauve, mocha, orange, yellow, deep reds and copper, according to the Wed Themes website.

Bases

After selecting a color scheme, choose a base or a vessel for the centerpiece arrangement. Copper urns, decorative glass bowls and gold vases are traditional choices. Hollow gourds, pumpkins or cornucopias are ideal for a rustic flower centerpieces. Also consider decorating a round, foam floral base or a grapevine wreath for low arrangements.

Flower Choice

For a theme that captures both the colors and textures indicative of the autumn season, choose several flowers. Some ideal choices include sunflowers, roses, lavender and lilies.

Accents

Accent the floral arrangement using autumn-colored berries, small pumpkins, small gourds, natural grasses and autumn leaves.

References

• Wedding Flowers and Reception Ideas: Autumn Centerpieces for Fall Themed Weddings
• Wed Themes: Fall Wedding Centerpieces