Flowers make a beautiful addition to any wedding décor. However, as it relates to ingenious divine centerpieces that will be used in your wedding reception, they are absolutely not the only alternative. Below are a few ideas as to how you can design magnificent non-floral centerpieces:
Consider the style and theme of the wedding when you embark on the planning of the décor of your reception. This could be a great point to jump off when you are designing wedding centerpieces that you want to stand out from all the others. For example, it is a beach wedding that you are having? Are you a lover of nature? Is your love for the disco era something you want to incorporate in your wedding? Define your personal style given that this will assist you in choosing the special components that you can incorporate into making your centerpieces.
Materials that are natural work wonderfully to create stunning centerpieces for a number of weddings styles. You would be astounded at what could be created with moss, rocks, twigs and branches. For a wedding reception that is scheduled for the evening, tall centerpieces that are created out of white birch branches provide a dramatic look, especially with miniature candlelit lanterns hanging from them. This effect is gorgeous and it is ideal for a wedding with a Winter Wonderland theme. The addition of suspended teardrop crystals will capture light similar to crystal bridal jewelry and this will create a wonderful ambience for just about any wedding. For an effect that is more casual, make use of miniature lanterns in an assortment of colors.
In addition, candles work amazingly as centerpieces for weddings that are kept on the beach. A hurricane lantern that has a large candle placed in it is an ideal base. Put in your personal touches to provide the centerpieces with interest and style. You also have the option of creating a tablescape by scattering seashells and pouring sand around a lantern, this will give a look that is natural. Place cards made out of driftwood would be an excellent accent to a centerpiece of this type. A beach design that is more upscale would call for a hurricane lantern that is embellished with accents of faux red corals. Starfish ornaments in a silver color could be used to tie the napkins and they could play a double role as the wedding favors as well.