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42 Wonderfully Artistic Wedding Ideas You'll Want to Copy ASAP
Updated on April 28, 2017
Unicorn doughnuts are a real thing.
Fantastical wedding details are flooding our Instagram feeds! Pastel rainbow palettes, crazy-colorful bouquets, holographic tablescapes, geode cakes, and all things unicorn are resonating with brides. We've pulled together some of our favorite wedding photos that capture this fun and creative aesthetic. These playful ideas are the pick-me-up that you need right now.
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CHARD Photographer
Bridal designer (and trendsetter) Hayley Paige wore not one, but five wedding gowns for her big day, our favorite of which was this spectacular crop-top ball gown with floral appliqués. Plus, check out that “fairy dust” background!
Josh Elliott Photography
More brides are rocking nontraditional hair colors—how dreamy is this pastel hue?
Nick and Lauren Photography
We can’t get over this bride’s incredible teal-green hair and sparkling gown.
Chris Klas Photo
Make a bold statement with magical rainbow strands.
Courtesy of Loblee Photography
Girlie brides, you’re going to love this glittery pink veil by Danani Handmade Adornments. A bigger-is-better bouquet by Bushel And a Peck Floral Design completes the look.
Roberta Facchini Photography
Instead of blowing your budget on a flower wall, take the DIY approach with oversized paper flowers.
J Wiley Photography
We spotted this balloon arch in an engagement proposal, but we think it would be just as wow-worthy as a ceremony backdrop.
Rachel Elaine Photography
We’re obsessed with this boho-chic setup! Recreate the look with an arch embellished with greenery and round rugs in a kaleidoscope of colors.
Event Design and Coordination: Events by Jade
Flora + Fauna
Transform a basic white backdrop with funky patterns and a garland.
Anna Roussos Photography
An oval-shaped ceremony structure with tropical greenery added a unique touch to this beachfront wedding in Greece.
Heart & Sparrow Photography
We heart these adorable and cost-effective aisle decorations.
Amy Galon Photography
In place of a traditional basket, ask the cutest member of your bridal party to hold a giant confetti-filled balloon.
Flora + Fauna
Or pop balloons and throw confetti around on the morning of your wedding, resulting in awesome, fun-filled “getting ready” shots.
Amy & Jordan Photography
Smoke bombs are the hottest wedding photo trend, and they add a dreamlike quality to your couple’s portraits together.
Courtesy of Chancey Charm
The bride loved flowers so much that her florist, Bride & Blossom, made that the focus of her event with a suspended installation for her ceremony atop the Hudson Hotel in NYC.
Jana Dillon Photography
Hanging chandeliers of flowers by Steven Boyle Design decorated the ceiling of this tent wedding in Hawaii.
Erika Layne Photography
Taylor and Hov's Creative Director, Sugar Taylor, and Garette Turner of BRIGHTLY Ever After knocked it out of the park with this incredible 25-foot installation that they designed for a bridal shower. It included whimsical shapes, faux flowers, marble balloons, clouds, and a slew of other materials.
Amy & Jordan Photography
Take geometric accents to next-level status with this heart-shaped lucite seating chart.
Rachel Elaine Photography
A dream catcher-inspired seating chart by Lane Love Design set the stage for an enchanting woodland bash.
Event Design and Coordination: Events by Jade
Courtesy of Mango Studios
If you were a big fan of carnivals as a kid (and still are!), then check out this Ferris wheel escort card arrangement.
Jenny DeMarco Photography
Agate is trending, and this seating display with wreaths is one of the most creative variations that we’ve seen.
Kelly Braman Photography
Gold unicorn escort cards let guests know they’re in for a rollicking good time.
Event Design and Coordination: Hey Gorgeous Events
Alexa Lynn Photography
For a subtle take on the whimsical theme, consider these beautiful watercolor escort cards.
Rita Clifton Photography
Liven up your wedding stationery suite with a watercolor motif.
Event Design and Coordination: Stephanie Rose Events
Emily Wren Photography
Minted’s Gilt Agate wedding invitation design is sophisticated and modern yet still playful at the same time.
Mary Costa Photography
This beautiful reception is proof that you can incorporate neon accents without going overboard.
Rachel Elaine Photography
We’re digging this eccentric tablescape featuring a fern layered by transparent plates and a geometric-shaped place card.
Event Design and Coordination: Maxwell + Gray Events and Laura Cadenhead
Anna Roussos Photography
A cactus place card is totally steal-worthy for a desert soirée.
Emily Wren Photography
Agate table numbers add a fanciful touch to any reception tablescape.
Mary Costa Photography
Illustrated table numbers depicting your favorite movies or TV shows are a guaranteed conversation starter with guests.
Jessica Maida Photography
A “unicorn petting zoo” was a smash hit at this real wedding.
Rita Clifton Photography
Raise your glasses to a delightful toast – champagne paired with cotton candy!
Event Design and Coordination: Stephanie Rose Events
Courtesy of Christina’s Cupcakes
Delight guests with desserts such as macarons and donuts inspired by mythical creatures.
Jillian Rose Photography
Love Cakes created this stunning teal and gray cake with gilded accents, and Christine Olmstead designed the corresponding backdrop.
Event Design and Coordination: EDE By Jacqueline
Cake Pedestal: AFR Rentals
CHARD Photographer
We love the textured effect of this multicolor wedding cake.
Emily Wren Photography
Marbled wedding cakes are becoming more popular, and this black masterpiece with speckles of gold is tops.
Kelsea Holder Photography
Nothing reverts us back to the glory days of our childhood faster than a Funfetti cake.
Event Design and Coordination: Paper Cake Events
Lucy Munoz Photography
Naked cakes dripping with frosting are popping up all over Pinterest.
Courtesy of Anges de Sucre
Anges de Sucre achieved worldwide notoriety with their unicorn croquembouche cake. It's covered with delicious desserts, including sprinkle-glazed choux buns and eclairs, baked buttermilk doughnuts, macarons, Ferrero Rocher chocolates, "soft-serve" buttercream cones, chocolate pearls, candied popcorn, and more.
Nick and Lauren Photography
Are you throwing an evening reception? Light up the night with a smoke bomb.
Nick and Lauren Photography
For a twist on a balloon release, save it until your sendoff at the end of the night as opposed to doing it after the ceremony “I dos.”
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