Table Decorations, Decoded: Your Guide to Wedding Centerpiece Ideas

These centerpieces bring elegance, fun and flair to the table (literally).
Floral table centerpieces
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Cathryn Haight
  • Cathryn is an editor at The Knot, where she focuses on all things planning—from inspiration and design, to traditions, to invitations.
  • Before joining The Knot Worldwide, Cathryn spent years as a food editor
  • Cathryn holds a bachelor's degree from Trinity College and a certificate in publishing from Columbia University
Updated Apr 30, 2025
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There's no shortage of eye candy at weddings, from the fashion to the flowers, but I'd argue that your tablescape should be top of mind. Guests are seated at tables for a big chunk of your celebration, so it pays to spend time researching wedding centerpiece ideas to ensure they have a nice view during dinner (before they make a beeline for the dance floor, obvi). Thoughtful wedding table decorations are also a smart means to weave your wedding aesthetic throughout the entire venue to curate an immersive experience for attendees versus focusing all of your wedding decor and wedding flower ideas on your ceremony and head table.

We've gathered a robust list of wedding table centerpieces here so you can see what you love in terms of tablescapes before getting into the detail work with a wedding florist. (Peek around The Knot Vendor Marketplace to find one after you're done perusing this guide.) Don't forget to click the little heart on any of the wedding centerpieces below that get you excited, they'll get saved to the "Your Favorites" section on The Knot. This makes it easy to show wedding pros your vision (and to decompress with a lovely swoon-and-scroll sesh whenever you're feeling dreamy about your wedding day).

In this story: Wedding Centerpiece Ideas | Types of Centerpieces for Weddings | Where to Buy Wedding Centerpieces | Do Wedding Bouquets Have to Match Centerpieces?

Wedding Centerpiece Ideas

As you check out the inspo we've gathered for centerpieces at a wedding, take note of how each one works in the grand scheme of the tablescape. The linens, china and flatware you select will influence the overall look and feel of your centerpiece, as will the wedding table number ideas you consider. See how these elements play together in the examples below.

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1. Multilevel Funky Florals

You might feel inclined to categorize ideas for wedding table centerpieces by scale, whether it be feathery-and-low ikebana arrangements or waterfalls of flowers perched sky high. Though some centerpieces break the mold, like this dense cluster of candles and flowers that reaches high with tall, spindly taper holders and fills out below with fluffy carnations and flowing anthurium. The result: a unique wall of texture.

2. White Orchid Table Runner

Orchids have an architectural silhouette, so they'll always make a statement when used in table centerpieces for weddings—especially like this. This arrangement is equal parts ethereal and dramatic as it cascades down the sides of this long table. This goes to show that just because a centerpiece is primarily composed of one type of bloom doesn't mean it lacks visual interest.

3. Farm-Fresh Tomato Bunches

Why yes, your wedding tables can have a tomato girl summer, as the Pinterest-inclined would say. Rustic wooden bowls overflowing with multicolored tomatoes on the vine are perfectly in season for July and August nuptials. Pair them with blooms in tomato tones (like red poppies) in simple glass vases or even some fresh herb springs for softness (and, as a bonus, a lovely botanical scent).

4. Soft and Bright Garden Party Arrangements

Classic planters like these, which mimic the limestone vessels found in French-countryside gardens, feel elegant yet unfussy when used to house centerpieces at wedding receptions. The natural stone texture plays well with the surrounding wood taper candle holders and wicker placemats to bring texture to the table. The flowers themselves also feel unexpected: Classic pastel blushes and blues are broken up by pops of deep magenta and a vibrant, almost cool-toned pink that surprise and delight.

5. Chinoiserie Vase Clusters

Known for their iconic blue-and-white designs, classic chinoiserie patterned vases bring a kiss of rich cobalt blue when used in your wedding table decor scheme. While pale blues, greens and creams will pair well with the cobalt, opting to fill these vessels with juicy orange blooms (like the delphiniums seen here) provides jaw-dropping contrast. Coral pinks will round out the palette. Clustering vases of varying heights together as a centerpiece will offer more depth and dimension.

6. Unexpected Purple Palette

If you prefer a low, more simple silhouette, but still want to go against the grain a little, consider an out-of-the-box color scheme for your wedding centerpiece flowers. This otherworldly color scheme is a tonal marvel, with bright and cool purples and periwinkles front and center, offset by a muted, dusty rose tone (a more unexpected option than classic blush pink) and a warm cream. Keep the vessel simple—there's already so much to catch the eye in this design.

7. Textured White Wildflowers

Save this image ASAP if you're on the hunt for medium-height bridal centerpiece ideas. An ideal balance of modern and timeless, this stemmy centerpiece blooms with white anemones, baby's breath and petite ivory roses. Feathery beige grasses add movement around the centerpiece's base, and that warm neutral tone is carried through the surrounding taper candles.

8. Modern Bud Vases

A small number of stems can still make a statement, especially when the wedding table ideas we usually see err on the elaborate side. There's a certain chicness and whimsy in a simple cluster of flowers in a clear glass bud vase where you can appreciate the curve, drape and delicate silhouette of each flower. We can envision these unusual centerpieces for weddings gracing tables at a sleek celebration in upstate New York or any other setting where rustic design elements meet a high taste level.

9. Dried Botanical Wedding Centerpieces

You don't need petals to pack a punch when decorating tables for weddings. Instead, bunch sculptural dried botanicals into amber glass vessels for a funky take on modern-rustic. Bonus: Dried florals can typically be dyed or spray painted in the color of your choice.

10. Warm-Hued Wildflower Bunch

This cheery and whimsical arrangement touched up the tables at a sleek, industrial wedding venue, and the contrast was *chef's kiss.* This bunch of sunset-colored wildflowers feel freshly picked from a meadow and burst from their container like a firework. A soft pastel purple adds depth to the color scheme.

11. Cheerful Classic Arrangements

One of the most darling ideas for centerpieces for a wedding on this list, this dense bunch of pink, white and yellow blossoms is a cottagecore dream. Roses bring classic romance, while sprigs of delphinium, chamomile and goldenrod add some wildflower flair, keeping the centerpiece from feeling too traditional. Bringing in blue patterned china adds depth to the overall tablescape.

12. Organic Wildflower Centerpieces

Organic wildflower centerpiece
Photo: James x Schulze
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Florals: Vasija Floral

This organic, undone centerpiece is perfectly imperfect, with the stems naturally bending and leaning amongst themselves. Green glassware pulls the hues from the greenery into the broader tablescape, while Mexican taper candles push the floral feel forward. (These candles have bands of blooms shaped from wax encircling them.)

13. Ribbon Grass Runner

Remember when ribbon grass plants were all the rage in the '90s? This "living table runner" has a retro-modern feel, made up of pots of ribbon grass alternating with thick pillar candles and ivy-cloaked flower arrangements. Don't be afraid to embrace unique botanicals like grasses when considering ideas for centerpieces for your wedding—they provide a unique texture and shape that you could even carry through your table linens (as seen here).

14. Dahlias and Fluted Glass

This wedding tablescape incorporates a beloved bloom (striking dahlias) along with a trending texture (fluted glass). The centerpiece itself incorporates blush, coral and blue blooms, with feathery white blooms that add interest to the silhouette. Petite taper candle holders and votive holders in a fluted texture will shimmer underneath the candlelight as the reception stretches into the evening.

15. Dinner Party-Vibe Centerpieces

If you're planning an intimate dinner party wedding, feel free to consider wedding table arrangement ideas that feel a little more cozy and casual. This stretch of crystal bowls, tiered serving trays and candelabras feels as if the couple took a lap around their home, picking up favorite heirlooms as they went, and arranged them artistically on their table. Vibrant fruits and a few delicate blooms add plenty of color and texture.

16. Tropical Chrome Sunset Vibes

Tropical plants and florals in fruity and fun sunset hues liven up this barely there table and chairs. Simple ghost chairs and a silver table are the perfect simple base for a lush cluster of centerpieces like this. The orange linens bring out the juicy tangerine tone of the blooms, while the chrome wine glasses add sparkle and reflect the vibrant colors in their mirror-like surfaces.

17. Candle-Forward Centerpiece

While there are a few subtle bud vases of blossoms sprinkled on this long wedding table, the centerpiece is primarily a line of interesting mismatched candle holders. Don't be afraid to mix and match different materials, like wire, wood, clay and glass, or to add color with the candles themselves. Bold patterns and retro colored glass elements round out the look of this cluster centerpiece.

18. Summery Ikebana Centerpiece

It's all about organic shapes and natural beauty with this ikebana centerpiece. The arrangement appears plucked from the surrounding natural landscape, since the flowers vary widely in height and hue. We love how different each blossom is in texture, with some tight balls of pointed and ruffled petals, and others spread-out stars with plenty of breathing room.

19. Bud Vases and Taper Candles

Minimalist couples, add this one to the top of your wedding table decoration ideas list. Clean white tapers alternate with monobloom bud vases, bringing in just enough color and loads of glowy candlelight. The hand-painted table numbers and menu cards play well with the handpicked feel of the flowers.

20. Size-Alternating Arrangements and Candles

There's a sweetness to this simple centerpiece. A petite, low arrangement sits at the center of the table with slightly smaller bud vases of stemmy blooms on either side. The candles alternate in size and scale too, with chunky pillars, slender tapers and teeny votives and glowing away. (We also love the mixture of traditional and modern glassware here.)

21. Traditional Meets Modern Cluster

This floral-focused centerpiece is all about contrast. Rainbow-hued bunches of blooms overflow from brass vessels that skew pretty classic, while fluted vases holding alien-like alliums bring in a funky feel. We adore when a cluster centerpiece pulls together opposing vibes to create something totally new.

22. Black and White Floral Hedge

These tightly grouped bunches of black and-white anemones are a bold graphic design statement. The blooms almost create a little hedge at the center of this long wedding table, punctuated by funky black taper candles. Dar we say, never has a classic color palette appeared more whimsical.

23. White Rose and Baby's Breath Runner

Don't you want to take a nap on this fluffy pillow of ivory roses and baby's breath? Paired with petite portable lamps with a modern silhouette and shimmery gold tone, these very-classic flowers come off a little more modern. You might choose a high-drama option like this for your head table or wedding party table centerpiece and opt for simpler arrangements on your guest tables to avoid floral overload (if there even is such a thing).

24. Tropical Papaya Centerpieces

Fruit and flowers are a match made in heaven these days (just ask Pinterest), especially when it comes to this tropical arrangement. The ovular shape of the red and pink anthurium spread throughout mirrors that of the halved papaya in a way that's so pleasing to the eye. Pops of yellow add a sunny feel.

25. Flashy, Yet Simple Wedding Centerpiece

Here's the thing about this jaw-droping wedding table: it packs a big visual punch, but is quite simple in design. To get the look, scoop up some taper candles in the same color family, then match those with some monochrome flowers in the same hue displayed in bud vases. There are only one, two or three stems in each vase, but the hot pink ghost chairs and sequined tablecloth are what kick this centerpiece up a notch.

26. Minimal Bud Vases

This cluster centerpiece of bud vases and amber votives feels romantic, yet a little alternative. They appear simple at first glance, but the thought and intention behind this minimalist arrangement of vessels becomes clear as you look closer. The chrome of the table numbers brings out the chrome in the chairs, and the chairs' leather seats and backs pull tones from the leafy branches displayed in some of the vases.

27. Eclectic Summer-Camp Collected Centerpiece

Visualizing your wedding as a Wes Anderson movie? Flag these camp-themed centerpieces composed of archery arrows, colorful flowers and eclectic old books on your roster of unique wedding centerpieces. There's a "found object" feel that comes through, which feels super cozy and personalized (and proves that you can consider nearly anything as ideas for table decorations for a wedding—even empty cans).

28. Sculptural Meets Tropical Arrangements

You wouldn't expect a black tablecloth to pair well with a centerpiece that's the equivalent of a balmy night in the Bahamas, but it really works. The sculptural silhouette of the tropical flowers feels a little edgy and feels sharp and interesting against the moody linens. Add twisted taper candles to get a little weird.

29. Thin Stems In Crystal Vases

This one's for the minimalist who still can't resist an antique find. Funky, wildflower-esque stems look effortlessly plopped into these small vases—most of which provide contrast (and so much sparkle) with their traditional, cut crystal construction. Very cool in terms of unique centrepieces for weddings.

30. Coastal Classic Blue and White

Soft blues and creams are synonymous with a New England summer (willing ourselves there as we write this), so centerpieces embracing these colors will always come off as classic. Simple glass vases filled with white roses and pale blue blossoms alternate with petite chinoiserie vessels, which bring a softer, cozier feel. Because don't you want your wedding tables to feel decorated with beloved objects you just had knocking around your Nancy Meyers-designed beach house?

31. Tall Tapers Tucked Into Flowers

Taper candles look like they're sprouting from the lush cluster of blooms centered on the table. The autumn reds feel warm and classic in this rustic centerpiece, while the pops of deep blue and purple feel unexpected. The candles' taupe tone pairs so well with the rustic farm table and bentwood chairs.

32. Blush and Gold Centerpieces

Blush and gold is an iconic romantic color combo. Bright and beautiful arrangements trail down this long table, each placed in a simple vessel that lets the flowers shine. Gold antique-like candle holders add a little extra elegance.

33. Neutral Dried Botanical Arrangements

Boho is coming back around these days, so definitely save this photo if you're looking for organic and natural wedding decorations ideas for your tables. Wood and stone come into play to hold candles and an arched table number, adding a little extra texture. The feathery flowers could lean summery or fallish, just swap out the white anthurium for a rose or chrysanthemum.

34. Red, Low Centerpieces

We love a low-slung centerpiece that looks like it's a pretty bush growing out from the table. Additionally, monochromic arrangements always pack a visual punch. These look like red fireworks, with roses clustered at the center and funky anthurium stretching out like rays.

35. Reverse Wedding Centerpieces

When you think of ideas for centerpieces for wedding reception tables, we bet you're picturing a whole lot of eye candy centered on each table. This wedding centerpiece flips that notion—literally. Tall centerpieces stretch up to the sky, grounded by cloud-like clusters below. The guest-facing arrangements are minimal and modern, just delicate bud vases and tiny wireless lamps. This allows conversation to flow easily, while still providing lots of visual interest.

36. Large-Scale Flower Sculptures

There's a surrealist meadow spreading across this wedding table. Petite wildflowers sprout up from mounds of moss, providing a pretty base for the massive fabric flowers to arch over guests' heads. The resulting "garden" is uniquely whimsical—this design feels plucked from a fairy realm.

37. Low, Lightly Trailing Centerpiece

Fluffy pink and white roses and penies make up the bulk of this runner centerpiece, with a few anthuriums punctuating the arrangement. But what strikes us most is the little train of amaranthus running over the table's far edge. THis takes this centerpiece form classic to personalized.

38. Bold Colors and Candles

This jaw-dropping centerpiece pairs pink, red and blue for a bold palette that packs a punch. The florals are layered and varied, with petals shaped like ruffles and tendrils adding to the spellbinding silhouette. The pièce de résistance, though, is the Mexican taper candles, which look like pure art with waxen flowers and leaves.

39. Vintage Book and Cloche

Add an antique touch to your florals by stacking vintage books in the center of your tables. Pair with brass candleholders and simple tapers for a classic style. Bonus: When you add accessories to the table, you can pare down on your blooms.

40. Colorful California Tropical Arrangements

Echinacea and anthurium star in these pretty tropical centerpieces lining the table. While each arrangement coordinates with one another, they differ just a little in shape. Purple and yellow are opposite each other on the color wheel, so this pairing naturally provides contrast.

41. Table Lamp Centerpieces

Residential decor has been making its way through weddings for a while now, so it's no surprise that these touches extend to tables as well. Alternating floral centerpieces with glowy table lamps is a fun alternative to candles that still feels cozy. Rechargeable lamps are everywhere these days, so chat with your wedding planner about which option suits your style.

42. Minimal Red Fruit and Flowers

Petite piles of cherries are an unexpected pairing with ruby-red anthurium. Etched vessels and ornate amber glassware bring a vintage vibe that's also unique when paired with such structural, modern blooms. Citrus and pears add even more texture.

43. Half-and-Half Flower Arrangements

This centerpiece looks like a summer sunrise transitioning to delicate morning light. You wouldn't think that splicing your centerpieces' color palette down the middle would work, but this example is evidence of the contrary. Having roses on both sides helps keep the arrangement cohesive all around.

44. Cacti and Citrus Centerpieces

Cactus and citrus are a perfect match for a desert celebration. The amber and terracotta tones feel earthy and warm, and displaying the cactuses in pots allows them to be repurposed postwedding. Add citrus like lemons and grapefruits—with some cut in half to expand their color range—for a winter wedding (it's seasonal!).

45. Full Flower Overload

If you're looking to go full throttle with your flowers, this is your inspiration. Pair elevated arrangements with a fluffy, cloud-like runner that cascades onto the floor for maximum drama. A kiss of pink that comes in the form of a handful of roses and blush-tinted taper candles help show off the dimension of this elaborate centerpiece situation.

46. Little Clay Urn Centerpieces

Clay urn vases with florals and table number
Photo: Ashley Kelemen,
Florals: Honey & Poppies

You should pay just as much attention to your vases and vessels as you do to the flowers that fill them. Exhibit A: These adorable clay urns. The natural color variation of the clay adds depth and provides a base tone to build off of as you choose your blooms. Here, the yellowy-orange ranunculus and the feathery fronds both pull in the urn's rich orange hue.

47. Towering Tropical Arrangements

Just as you perhaps danced on an elevated surface during your bach weekend, perching your wedding centerpieces atop a four-poster platform like this is a popular form of centerpiece for couples who want a wow moment. The burst of palm leaves, orchids and orange roses transports us straight to a tropical rainforest, but the best aspect of this design is its practicality: Attendees can clearly see one another when centerpieces are raised like this, so they won't need to poke their faces through the palm fronds to ask to pass the butter.

48. Blush Autumnal Runner

This autumn-inspired runner centerpiece embraces soft pinks and beiges over the usual rich reds and oranges, making it a unique choice for a fall wedding. Sprigs of eucalyptus and branches of berries enhance the silhouette, softening its edges. The extra-thin taper candles echo the branch placement and add a gorgeous glow to the whole table.

49. Grounded Pink Tropical Centerpiece

You want tropical whimsy? Look no further than this grounded pretty pink centerpiece. We love how this tangle of tropical and classic blooms looks like it's growing from the table, and how a smattering of pillars and votives are placed to one side to offer a glow in the evening without blocking the centerpiece's interesting silhouette.

50. Minimal Bud Vases and Votives

Minimal bud vases
Photo: Cadence & Eli Photography

There's a delicate beauty to this trail of clear glass bud vases and votives. The warm pinks and oranges really shine without the extra fuss of greenery, and you can see the graceful structure of their stems in the transparent vessels. The subtle patterns on the votives add some antique/retro flair to the sleek, modern vases.

51. Tulips and Silver Serveware

White tulips in ceramic vase
Photo: Danielle Harris Photography

Tulips are one of those flowers that don't need any company. They look equal parts grand and demure, with no extra greenery or additional blossoms, just letting their unique shape shine. Pairing a single vase of tulips with pewter or silver serveware is the epitome of a less-is-more tablescape that still reads elegant and classic.

52. Tiny Tree Wedding Centerpieces

Yes, you could just have cut flowers at the center of each table, but broadening your horizons of what constitutes a wedding centerpiece will always pay off in an interesting way, like this little flowering tree arrangement. The burlap cloth wrapped around the tree's base adds texture, while the handful of flowers positioned at the base make it look worthy of a wedding. Don't forget surrounding taper candles to bring the glow factor.

53. Citrus-Inspired Centerpiece

Why simply incorporate citrus colors into your wedding centerpieces when you can add the fruits themselves as well? The wide vessel holding the flowers is shaped like a fruit bowl, coaxing the juicy pink and orange blooms to drape over the sides. A pool of fruit pulls the hues from the petals above onto the table below. Sliced grapefruits and clementines glisten, while a star fruit, bananas and grapes add some funky shapes.

54. Black-and-Red Ikebana Mix

Alternating tiny ikebana arrangements with modern bud vases is a feast for the eye. The way these little bouquets switch back and forth from a rounded silhouette to a tall and spindly one helps guide a guest's eye across the table (and then around the venue to take in the cool wedding seating chart ideas you selected and your other decor decisions). Plus, it's a breath of fresh air to see ultra-classic red roses displayed in a more unexpected way.

55. Barely There Neutrals

These ethereal centerpieces have just a kiss of color. The palest, softest blushes, taupes, peaches and ivories dance together, bringing dimension to these romantic arrangements. The addition of wispy greenery keeps the shape from feeling too traditional.

56. Rose Blanket Centerpiece

Rose blanket arrangement
Photo: Mon Soleil Wedding,Florals: Antigua Floral

We can smell this stunning arrangement through our screen. Imagine how fragrant this tangle of roses, which is punctuated with a lilac or two, would be for guests sitting nearby. The organza runner below grounds the free-form florals and carries its color along the table.

57. Autumnal Anthurium Arrangement

Styling tropical anthurium in a way that's fit for a fall wedding seems like an impossible task. Or at least we thought so until we saw this wedding. Warm red ranunculus, dried botanical fronds and a burst of dark berries deepen the flower's pale-pink color into autumn territory.

58. Baby's Breath Cloud

Baby's breath is often overlooked, but the classic filler flower makes a dramatic statement when you embrace its wispy silhouette. This couple opted to plop baby's breath "clouds" along their tables in addition to perching a fluffy hedge of the flower atop a platform. When paired with the baby's breath blooms suspended from the ceiling, the overall feel is totally heavenly.

59. Gradient Table Centerpieces

If you're using a long, rectangular head table in your floor plan, this is one of the coolest ideas we've seen. Punchy pink peonies transition to orangey flowers, then fade into yellow blooms in a sunset-like gradient that moves along the table. By the way, the candles change color too. So brilliant.

60. White Flowers and Silver Branches

Fluffy white flowers get a wintery update with some artistically placed silver twigs. The touches of gold spread throughout the table bring warmth and flash to the overall tablescape, while black ribbon adds richness. The perfect arrangement for a NYE wedding, no?

    Types of Centerpieces for Weddings

    Wedding table decorations can truly take any form that speaks to you. But if you're the type that prefers some concrete guidelines, check out these common types of wedding centerpieces to see what speaks to you:

    • Compote centerpieces: This style is what comes to mind when you first think of wedding centerpieces. It's composed primarily of a center flower arrangement without many added bells and whistles, save for small additions like a few twinkly candles.
    • Ikebana centerpieces: A flower arranging practice that originated in Japan between the sixth and eighth centuries, ikebana centerpieces are known for their delicate, yet dramatic silhouettes, with each stem being placed intentionally using a flower frog in a very low vessel. This style works well for couples with an organic modern or Japandi style.
    • Cluster centerpieces: Instead of focusing on one flower arrangement as the star of the show, cluster centerpieces will group together multiple flower-filled vases (often of varying size and scale).
    • Candle centerpieces: Candle wedding centerpieces are simply those composed entirely of candles or that prominently showcase candles. Mixing different candelabra sizes and shapes makes this style just as interesting and varied as a floral centerpiece.
    • Minimal centerpieces: This category is quite broad, but minimal wedding centerpieces often sit low to the table and consist of a few simple bud vases placed near one another. This style suits a modern, intimate wedding with a focus on conversation (since a guest can easily see the person across the table from them without being blocked by blooms).
    • Runner centerpieces: A runner-style wedding centerpiece is a continuous garland of flowers that stretches across the table and, most often, waterfalls down the table's sides and drapes onto the floor. These can feel dramatic if fully made of flowers, or rustic if the runner is a simple vine of greenery.
    • Collection-style centerpieces: Think of a collection-style wedding centerpiece as a version of the cluster centerpiece, but punctuated with found objects and eclectic treasures. Think: books, cloche jars, sculptures or any other design object mixed in with a few florals (or perhaps none at all).
    • Potted plant centerpieces: For outdoor or backyard weddings, a potted plant centerpiece will drive cozy, causal garden energy. This type of centerpiece entails placing potted plants in soil (not cut flowers) on your wedding tables, from flowers, to leafy plants to fresh herbs.

    Where to Buy Wedding Centerpieces

    The question: "where can I buy wedding centerpieces?" might have come to mind as you explored the robust collection of centerpiece ideas for a wedding above. While there are a few spots where you can scoop up centerpiece elements worthy of the latest wedding decor trends, nothing beats working directly with your florist or wedding decor expert to handle sourcing (and to offer that creative touch you can only get from a pro).

    • The Knot Vendor Marketplace: This is the first spot to check for wedding centerpieces, as you can find a wedding florist or decor expert in your area with a couple of clicks. After entering a location, you can filter by the "Decorations & accents" category and then by centerpieces, so you'll see a collection of vendors who know exactly how to execute your vision, from the flowers, to the vase, to the candles, to your centerpiece's relationship to your tablescape. Plus, handle sourcing any additional materials. It's like magic, really.
    • Etsy: Given its status as an independent maker marketplace, you're bound to uncover unique centerpiece elements on Etsy. Work with your wedding planner or wedding designer to source decor details like candle holders, dried botanicals, hand-painted taper candles, ribbons, vases and more from the thousands of artisans on the site.
    • Thrift and antique shops: If you're going for a more collected, mismatched and eclectic look and feel for your wedding centerpieces, scoop up some special treasures from your local antiques market or thrift shop. You'll find all manner of tablescape trinkets, and likely some really cool vessels for florals. Just check with your florist beforehand to ensure you're aligned on what's needed for your arrangements before you shop.
    • Amazon: Yes, yes, you already know you can get nearly anything on Amazon, but we'll confirm you can pick up, say, a set of 36 mercury glass-like votive holders for your wedding tables while you're reupping on toothpaste and dog food.
    • Hidden Botanics: If dried-flower wedding centerpieces are calling to you, you can check out the selection at Hidden Botanics. They offer a curated selection of wedding centerpieces (each made to order and available for shipping anywhere) in addition to a custom request option for those hoping for a bespoke arrangement.

    Do Wedding Bouquets Have to Match Centerpieces?

    If the question: "should centerpieces match wedding bouquets" is kicking around in your mind, rest easy knowing that you'll be correct no matter which direction you choose. Yes, your centerpieces can match your wedding bouquets exactly, but they don't have to. A little bit of coordination is always welcome, though, to keep your overall design cohesive. When choosing your wedding colors and figuring out flowers, you'll end up with a curated collection of hues and blooms that can inform your wedding table settings and other decor decisions. Most likely, some arrangement of the same flowers will show up in both your wedding table decorations and bouquets, perhaps with different ratios.

    For example, you might opt for a bounty of lush peonies in your wedding bouquet and sprinkle just a few throughout your wedding centerpieces, nestled between other pink blossoms (perhaps some less-expensive flowers, if cost is a concern). Likewise, you may choose a monobloom bouquet, like a bunch made up of only lily of the valley, and take cues from the color for a kiss of coordination. Keeping with this example, your centerpieces could be arrangements of all-white flowers, which coordinate with your bouquet in color and compliment it in tone and texture.

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