29 Fresh Floral Table Runners for Every Wedding Style

From cascading peonies to garlands of greenery.

Updated on 05/03/21

Photo by Amilia Photography; Florals by Enchanted Florist; Design by The New Eclectic

From floral arches to towering flower walls, wedding flowers are increasingly used in unexpected and over-the-top ways. Case in point: the flower runners of fresh blooms and greenery that have been popping up all over Pinterest and Instagram.

Flower runners are a trend we've been seeing everywhere the past few years—in real weddings, at bridal showers, and more. These blooming accent pieces completely transform a classic tablescape into something fresh, and the trend even totes a few major advantages. For starters, you don't have to worry about sourcing vessels in various shapes and sizes and creating several different centerpieces for each table. No, embracing the garland means you (if you're DIY-ing) and your florist can focus on one central centerpiece.

To make the most of your flower fund, decorate just your sweetheart table or dessert display with a floral runner to get the look for less.

You'll find all of those flower runners and more right here. From cascading peonies to garlands of greenery, the 29 floral runners below are bound to inspire you, no matter your wedding style.

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Floral runner with matching hanging swags — Photo by Katie Harmsworth

This springtime beauty features coral charm peonies and tons of fun femininity. We love the matching bundles hanging from the wooden beams for a fully balanced visual.

Garden Grown

Pastel floral runner — Photo by Jasmine Lee Photography; Florals by Bloomwell & Co.; Design by Natalie Choi

Check out how the blooms in this runner are arranged in varying heights, giving the appearance of growing wildly right out of the tabletop. The combination of pastel blooms in a mix of sizes complements the garden party vibe to perfection.

Wild Child

Floral runner with pampas grass — Photo by Ashley Bee; Florals by Sweet Pea Floral Creations

This stunning table runner features pampas grass, a major staple in bohemian and beach weddings. The fluffy texture of the pampas is enhanced by the wild-looking grasses and punctuated by red, crimson, dusky pink, and cream roses.

Slinky Stems

Greenery runner with sporadic florals — Photo by Scarlet O'Neill

Bright blooms pop against this deeply saturated greenery, mimicking the illustrations on the menu cards. We love how the stems were left long for an overgrown look, rather than the usual intricate positioning of centerpiece arrangements.

Positively Pink

Floral garland of pink hydrangeas and palm fronds — Photo by James & Jess; Florals by Ella & Louie; Event Design by Onyx & Redwood; Coordination by Wild Heart Events; Rentals by Witty Rentals

This floral runner is not for the faint of heart. A bounty of pink hydrangeas and tropical anthuriums completely overtakes the scene in the most captivating way. Palm fronds are scattered throughout for a touch of green amongst the pink presentation.

Autumnal Greens

Natural runner of reddened greenery — Photo by Kent Drake; Floral Design by Revel Décor

A garland of greenery dotted with reddening leaves is perfect for fall nuptials. The matching pergola of olive branches and sage-colored candles round out this enchanted forest aesthetic.

Layered Textures

Fuchsia floral runner with gilded table accents — Photo by James and Jess

Varying hues of pink and purple come together in this feminine floral runner. Bold proteas add an unexpected texture to the predominantly rose arrangement while gilded accents inject a silky finish to the tablescape.

Organically Inclined

Greenery Garland with roses and reddened leaves — Photo by Lauren Fair Photography

With its wild, organic vibe, this table runner looks like it came straight out of a fairy-tale woodland. The overflowing stems of greenery are injected with hints of deep plum hues through sporadic reddened leaves and scattered blooms.

Living Legend

Green and white floral runner on rustic table — Photo by Phil Chester; Event Planning by Karen Morlet Eventos; Style & Floral Design by María Limón;

This bare wooden table comes to life with a lush floral runner of greenery and blossoms, accented with pears and figs no less. The creamy garden roses beautifully bring out the warm tones in the deep wood and match the pillar candles for a uniform look.

Marvelously Muted

Greenery runner with purple and red florals — Photo by Lisa Poggi

With more muted hues, this floral runner would look fab at fall weddings or more demure springtime fêtes. The canvas of greenery is flush with white, blush, and crimson roses, green hydrangeas, and purple clematis.

A Moody Mix

Garland of pink and red roses with black table accents — Photo by Amilia James Photography; Florals by Enchanted Florist; Design by The New Eclectic

A runner of vibrant pink dahlias and roses creates a distinguished contrast to this rugged, desert landscape. The black accents offset the saturated pink and red hues for a moody, modern vibe.

Whimsical Works

White and green floral garden with pale blue table accents — Photo by Rachel Elaine Photography

This delicate arrangement looks freshly picked and oh-so whimsical. The tenderest of green hues and pure white blooms give way to tiny hints of blue that complement the pale blue charger and linens beautifully.

A Duo-Chromatic Display

Pink and Green Table Garland — Photo by Jac and Thom

A simple color palette can pack a pretty punch. Need proof? Just take a look at this table runner of pale blush and white peonies and roses.

A Colorful Wonder

Table runner of green eucalyptus, pink roses, and orange carnations — Photo by Evangeline Lane

Summertime brides, this one's for you. Trailing eucalyptus and summery shades come together in this colorful floral runner.

Open Invitation

table with greenery garland — Photo by Emmy Lowe

Elegant taper candles create a romantic look when set around a garland of greenery on a rustic farm table. Check out how the runner of olive branches snakes its way over the table and onto the ground for an inviting allure.

Seaside Sanctuary

table of white and pink flowers with green garland — Valorie Darling Photography; Event Planning by The Lynden Lane Co.; Floral Design by Siren Floral Co.

A picture-perfect intimate dinner setting overlooking the Pacific Ocean. This natural and relaxed tablescape evokes all the charm of a European vacation with pale blue linens, blush taper candles, gilded accents, and a fluffy floral runner of ivory, mauve, and green hues. All that's missing is the celebratory limoncello shots.

Exotic Elements

Tropical Table Garland — Photo by Anastasiia Photography; Shoot Design by Catering by Corey; Floral Design by Springvine Design

This exotic display combines two of our favorite decor pieces: circle installations and table runners. A simple path of palms topped with birds of paradise flowers creates a modern tropical look.

Vivacious Vines

Floral runner of vines and delicate blooms — Photo by Henry + Mac; Event Planning by Glass Event Planning; Floral Design by Flowers by Semia; Rentals by PEAK Event Services & Sperry Tents; Decor by Exquisite Events & Ryan Designs

A true fairy-tale setting courtesy of the most ethereal of floral table runners. Winding vines carve a path for the flowing arrangement of delicate pastel blooms, frilly florals, and blue thistles.

Create a more dimensional, textured look by layering a traditional table runner underneath a floral runner.

Bougainvillea Beauties

Bougainvillea table runners in verdant jungle setting — Photo by Erich McVey; Floral Design by East Olivia; Local Floristry by Viva Flor; Rentals by Alcira de Guevara Eventos

This tropical oasis is set aflame with the most exquisitely extravagant floral runners. The lush, overflowing arrangements of frothy bougainvillea and multicolored roses cascade over pale wooden tables for the most elegant display.

Untethered Romance

Floating Garland Centerpiece of roses — Photo by Justin Lee Weddings; Florals by Ivie Joy Flowers

This elevated floral runner takes a refreshing step back from the usually refined approach. A romantic palette of red and white roses and orchids gets an untethered feel, thanks to the magical overgrowth of eucalyptus and greenery beneath it.

Creamy Crescendo

white hydrangea floral runner — Photo by Aaron Delesie

Holy hydrangea! This lush runner is overflowing with the full white bloom. We appreciate how bits of greenery and pink roses were woven in to break up the otherwise mono-floral arrangement.

Full of Fragrance

Simple yet totally lush and captivating in its own way, this cascading eucalyptus table runner is dotted with fluffy white blooms. We can only imagine the relaxing wafts of fragrance coming off this stunner.

Compact Cutie

Floral table runner for Sweetheart Table — Photo by Dehan Engelbrecht; Florals by Wildeflower Studio

You don't have to have 20 feet of prettiness to have a garland. Dress your sweetheart table or cake table with a small but mighty one like this.

Green Goddess

lush greenery runner with a wild vibe — Photo by Olivia Rae James

Who needs flowers? This thick garland of greenery makes a statement all on its own, boldly encapsulating the character of the verdant environment surrounding it.

A Rustic Harvest

Table runner of vegetables — Photo by Cassidy Carson Photography; Event Planning by Fête Nashville; Floral Design by Enchanted Florist

In lieu of both floral runners and garlands of greenery, this harvest-inspired design incorporates bundles of lettuce and cabbage studded with succulent pomegranates, juicy apples, spiky artichokes, and fluffy bouquets of wheat. Best of all? The entirely sustainable centerpiece was fed to the farm animals of the barn venue.

New Heights

Floral runner with sculptural arrangements — Photo by Chi-Chi Ari Photography; Event Planning by Tiffany Rivera of Simply Breathe Events; Floral Design by Sayles Livingston Design; Rentals by Equitiste Events Design, Louis A. Gentile Piano Service, Northeast Tent & Party Rental & Ryan Designs

Play with heights and multiple arrangements to add drama to any reception tablescape. Here, a runner of pastel roses, hydrangeas, and greenery is mirrored by the row of bouquets levitating above it.

A Dreamy Design

Table runner of dried grasses and orchids — Photo by Briana Mary; Event Planning by Tessa Lyn Events; Floral Design by Best Day Ever Floral Design; Rentals by A Rental Connection & Found Rentals

This soft and romantic runner is sheer magic. The dreamy arrangement of white orchids, dried palm fronds and baby's breath, rust-hued garden roses and dahlias, and fluffy pampas grass floats atop a pooling swath of beige linen.

A Tropical Trail

Palm frond table runner — Photo by Ryan Ray; Event Planning by Mindy Weiss Party Consultants; Floral Design by Bloom & Plume

Big and bold, this lush runner leaves no room for trepidation. The bare wooden table is covered in a trail of oversized tropical leaves dotted with white poppies and green orchids.

Fresh Finishes

White hydrangea and garden rose runner — Photo by KT Merry; Event Planning by Leslie Herring Events; Floral Design by Jackson Durham Events; Rentals by Jackson Durham Events, Land Run Alpacas, Sperry Tents, United Rentals & Wooden Hearts Boutique

A refreshing palette of pale greens and cream is absolutely divine for a springtime celebration. This ethereal runner of greenery, hydrangeas, peonies, garden and tea roses, and gardenias feels like a breath of fresh air beneath the sailcloth tent.

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