Spring is here and we’re surrounded by blooming flowers, green grass, and blue skies. It’s a lovely time of year to start a new chapter with your partner. We have some beautiful spring wedding ideas to help you find inspiration for your big day!
Choose fresh floral decor
Having fresh flowers on your special day is a no-brainer, but we suggest leaning into a floral wedding look for spring! It’s a perfect time of year to use bright blooms from the ceremony to the cocktail hour.
Set up the ceremony
As your guests arrive, greet them with a welcoming atmosphere that celebrates all the lush colors of spring. Adorn aisles or chairs with lots of fresh blossoms and give them the first look at a beautiful ceremonial backdrop.
Mismatched chairs are a great choice for vintage-loving couples, while traditional chairs can still be dressed up with fabric or flowers. A few stems can be used for an easygoing ceremony, or the aisles can be filled with blooms to create a stunning look.
🌷 Pro tip: Ensure guests are ready to celebrate the new couple when the ceremony ends! Provide bags of flower petals and leaves to toss as a natural “confetti.”
Build a backdrop
Create a gorgeous garden wedding photo op with a backdrop for you and your guests. Choose light and airy materials like tulle and birchwood if you want a simple draped look, or go for a full wall of blooms for a lush option. Somewhere between using lattice and loads of flowers is a lovely choice, too!
You can stick with a monochromatic color scheme to stay modern or go wild with lots of colors in your spring wedding decor.
If your wedding is outdoors, add a playful option with a rustic swing! Not only will your guests enjoy it, but your wedding photographer will have tons of great photo ops for you and your partner.
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Simple centerpieces
Let the blossoms be the star of the show with uncomplicated centerpieces made with spring wedding flowers like peonies, tulips, hydrangeas, and roses.
Simple clear vases are a nice choice for a traditional look. For a more eclectic look, try mason jars or mismatched vases. If you’d rather lean modern, add geometric shapes with clean lines to your floral arrangements.
Set the table
If your palette is muted, start with simple, natural fabrics like linen on your table, and layer them with floral prints and pastel colors. Tulle or gauze runners are a great option instead of a full table covering. You can skip the centerpieces altogether with a lush flower garland, too.
Opt for printed linens and tableware for a vibrant color scheme, then add texture through colorful glassware and vases. For a romantic feel, build out your centerpieces with candles.
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Be a bloomin’ bride (and groom)
Dress yourself and your wedding party with accessories inspired by nature! These flowy, breezy looks deserve a place in your wedding ideas for spring.
Mismatching floral bridesmaid dresses are a refreshing take and set the tone for a sweet, sophisticated garden wedding. You can mix in solids and patterns as well, depending on what your bridesmaids prefer. Everyone appreciates having a choice!
Dress the groom and groomsmen in coordinating colors and add a floral tie for an unexpected look. You can go bold with a colored suit or stick with a pastel shirt and linen suit to keep things neutral.
Flower crowns are a natural touch to accessorize Boho dresses and embrace the wild side of spring. You can stay subtle with tiny greenery and flowers or weave a whole flower garland into longer tresses. If a crown isn’t your style, try tucking a few blooms into your hair or using a flower comb.
🌸 Pro tip: Ask your wedding florist to ensure your adornment matches your wedding bouquet for a pulled-together wedding day look!
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Serve up spring treats
Some of our favorite spring wedding ideas are centered around refreshments! Your guests will ooh and ahh over these charming desserts, cocktails, and wedding cake ideas.
Dress up the dessert table
Bite-sized desserts have been a trendy spring wedding idea for a while now and with good reason! They’re not only pretty but are just the right amount of sweetness. Your guests can easily grab one and carry on with mingling and dancing.
Petit fours are a more sophisticated take on cake pops and look lovely on tiered trays. Dessert shooters or cups are another great option and come in every flavor you can imagine!
Choose a colorful cake
When selecting your wedding cake, you can go bold and beautiful or subdued and sweet. Watercolor florals have become a recent trend and are one of our favorite spring wedding ideas! Incorporating flowers here helps carry your theme to the center of your dessert table.
Shake up spring-inspired cocktails
Every couple’s wedding day needs a signature cocktail! A local bartending company can help you create something unique and based on flavors you both like. Keep it on your floral theme by adding fresh, edible flowers as a garnish and choosing a color that fits your style.
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Leave a lasting impression
Once the ceremony is over and food and drinks are served, it’s time to party! Create an unforgettable day for yourself and your guests by adding something special to your reception or cocktail hour. Whether you prefer something traditional or unique, we’ve got you covered.
Book live entertainment
Musicians like a saxophone player or jazz band can help get everyone out of their chairs to dance! If you prefer to provide a nice atmosphere for mingling, they can cover that, too. You can also wow guests with a show from a captivating performer such as a belly dancer or fire dancer.
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Give a sweet send-off
When it’s time to call it a night, give your guests a show of gratitude with a charming wedding favor! Stay in the au natural theme with personalized seed packets or small flower pots. If you prefer the edible route, try something unique, like candy with dried flowers or themed cookies.
Give your guests both an experience and a wedding favor by booking a local caricaturist! Their lighthearted illustrations will ensure lots of smiles for everyone. For an austere gift, hire a silhouette artist to create a classic portrait for them.
Surrounded by beautiful flowers, blue skies, and friends and family, you can’t go wrong with a spring wedding! We wish you a long and happy marriage filled with peace, love, and laughter. 💕
Megan is the Director of Customer Experience at GigSalad and has gained 9+ years of insight on what makes a great event on both sides of the booking process. Her favorite things include books, true crime podcasts, coffee, hiking, puns, and making people laugh.