Non Traditional Bridal Centerpieces

Use tall, decorative vases as non-traditional wedding centerpieces.

While many couples choose floral centerpieces for their wedding reception, there are many other items and materials a couple can use for centerpieces. Brides and grooms can create personalized and interesting centerpieces that reflect the mood and theme of their weddings. Use non-traditional ideas to create a eye-catching centerpiece.

Cupcake Tower

A cupcake tower is a wedding centerpiece that is not only beautiful but also edible. Cupcake towers are also beginning to take the place of wedding cakes at non-traditional weddings. Be creative when deciding on the look of your cupcake tower. Use a cupcake tower that resembles a miniature tiered wedding cake or a tower that complements your wedding colors and theme. Ornamental stands, flowers and ribbons will all add to the look and appeal of your tower. Other edible centerpieces to use include bottles of red and white wine or decorative glass bowels filled with mints or almonds.

Candelabras

Candelabras are an easy and elegant wedding reception centerpiece. Choose from the several different designs available. Simple wedding themes work best with medium sized candelabras that hold only a few candles. Lavish wedding themes work best with large glass, crystal or ornate candelabras that hold several candles. Modern brides may enjoy candelabras in non-traditional shapes and styles.

Natural Elements

Natural elements that tie in with your wedding theme make for interesting and modern centerpieces. A glass vase filled with fall leaves and lit with candles around the base makes for a simple but beautiful centerpiece. Couples can incorporate branches into their centerpieces by filling vases with moss, adding in branches and wrapping the vases in a fabric that coordinates with the wedding theme. Beautifully arranged fruits make an interesting and natural centerpiece for a fall or eco-friendly wedding. Other natural elements to use include floating flowers, wet pebbles, mini waterfalls and wood sculptures.

Centerpiece Tips

When using a non-traditional centerpiece, select items and materials that are compatible with the style or theme of your wedding. Themed weddings give the bride and groom more flexibility regarding decorations and centerpieces. Formal or traditional weddings can also use non-traditional centerpieces that incorporate classic items and materials such as candles, lace, etched glass and ornate silver pieces.

References

• One Wed: Non-Floral Alternative Centerpieces for Your Wedding Reception
• Wedding 52: Ideas for Non Floral Wedding Centerpieces