Labor Day has come and gone, and you know what that means — it’s wedding season! More than forty percent of weddings take place between September and November each year. Fall weddings are popular because of the pleasant weather, cozy atmosphere, and natural beauty of the season.
Many couples choose to lean into the autumn vibes on their wedding day with rich colors, soft lighting, and warm beverages. If you’re getting married in the fall and want to celebrate the season, your centerpieces can be an easy way to pay homage to harvest time. Here are a few creative centerpieces to inspire your fall wedding.
For a Rustic Vibe
Just because you’re getting married in the fall doesn’t mean you have to get married in a barn (unless you want to!). You can still have a rustic wedding aesthetic without hay bales and mason jars.
For your centerpieces, use a mixture of decorative wooden stumps, pillar candles, and lanterns to create a cozy ambience for your fall wedding. Add dried flowers for a simple yet sophisticated detail.
For an Outdoor Vibe
Another hot take: you don’t have to get married outside beneath a canopy of colorful leaves. Bring the outdoors in with these DIY fall wedding centerpieces.
- Make autumn-themed terrariums using wood stumps, pine cones, mini pumpkins, and dried flowers.
- Stop by the pumpkin patch and grab a variety of squashes in all shapes and sizes. Choose one large pumpkin as the centerpiece for each table and carve it with the table number.
- For a centerpiece that’s both tasteful and tasty, fill glass votives with ruby red cranberries. Top it off with a few tea lights.
A word to the wise: if you wish to incorporate leaves into your centerpieces, we recommend using fake ones. Dry leaves break easily and are bound to make a mess.
For a Gothic Vibe
Spooky season might not seem very sexy, but gothic weddings are reclaiming romance with dark hues and candlelit ceremonies.
Take a page out of Wednesday Addams’ book and use black dahlias for a floral centerpiece that’s both festive and frightening. Or, use fake cobwebs to take your flower arrangement to the next level.
For lighting, use black taper candles to create an eerie yet elegant atmosphere. Scour the thrift store for unique candlestick holders or candelabras to add to the experience.
You could also set the mood with old wine bottles. Make a custom label with your wedding date and initials, or choose wines that reflect a significant date, milestone, or memory from your relationship. Use the bottle as a makeshift vase for flowers or fill it with string lights for a subtle glow.
On a Budget Vibe
Your centerpiece doesn’t have to just sit still and look pretty. Get more bang for your buck with decor that doubles as wedding favors. Arrange these items in a glass bowl with a scoop and goodie bags nearby so your guests can divvy up the goods after the reception.
- Autumn candy salad: Scour the shelves for a variety of red, orange, and yellow candies like Red Hots, candy corn, and butterscotch for an edible autumnal ombre.
- Coffee beans: Buy a few bags of your favorite coffee and arrange the beans in glass votives. This centerpiece is perfect for a couple of coffee lovers or a brunch wedding.
- Potpourri: Make your own fall-flavored potpourri using cinnamon sticks, cloves, and dried fruit. Your reception will smell delicious!
Planning a Fall Wedding
Whether you already have a vision for your fall wedding or you’re just starting to plan, Eventective can help you turn your dream into reality. Visit our wedding hub to book a venue, find a florist, or manage your wedding guest RSVPs.
Rachel Kauffman is a Detroit-based content writer, bookworm, and cat mom to two feisty felines.
