30 best floral wedding backdrops
Nothing says wedding quite like a gorgeous backdrop of flowers. Floral wedding ceremony arrangements really set the scene for your celebration and create a focal point for your nuptials, which is particularly important for outdoor weddings. There are so many pretty options, from flower arches and Jewish wedding chuppahs to floral moongates, pillars, urns and low meadow-like arrangements. Do you fancy something dramatic and flower-filled, or more modern and minimal? Whatever your style, we're sharing 30 of our favourite wedding ceremony backdrops to help make your big day beautiful.
Secret garden wedding backdrops
We love the idea of saying 'i do' in front of a rambling floral backdrop, reminiscent of an overgrown secret garden. A good florist will be able to recreate the look of naturally growing flowers and trailing foliage to give your wedding a beautiful wild and organic style.
Floral design: Amy Burke Designs | Planner: Book Simply Elegant | Photography: Blue Note Weddings
Floral design: Flo design | Event design Caterina Lostia Events | Photography: Fabrizio Viganò
Floral Design: Fresh Designs Florist | Event Design: Adriana Marie Events | Photography: Manda Weaver Photography
Floral moon gate arches
Moon gates, infinity arches, round floral arbors... these dreamy moon-shaped wedding ceremony flower arrangements have many different names and have been a hot trend for a while. It's easy to see why as they're so pretty and romantic, and really make a statement. The design comes from traditional moon gates, which are circular openings in garden walls and an architectural element typical in Chinese gardens.
Photography: McSween Photography
Floral design: Awaiting the Name Floral | Photography: Studio Opia | Planning: Lovely Time Weddings
Photo: Taylor Jordan
Dramatic wedding ceremony flowers
If budget allows, going all out on a dramatic ceremony flowers is sure to wow your guests and create a breathtaking backdrop for your wedding photos. Whether you opt for a colourful flower-filled design or more foliage- heavy style with clusters of white roses for a fresh clean look, you really can't go wrong.
Floral design - Designs by Hemingway | Planning: Taryn Stark Weddings & Events | Photography: Lauren Fair
Photo: Taylor Jordan
Floral design: All For Love London | Planning: Natalie Hewitt Weddings | Photography: Katie Julia
Photography: Diane Sotero
Modern minimal wedding backdrops
Conversely, if you're on a tighter budget or simply prefer a more minimal aesthetic, pared back floral designs can create an equally beautiful backdrop. Think about incorporating non-floral elements such as plants, stands, frames, lanterns, wall decor, signage, fabric drapes or ribbons to create impact for less cost.
Planner: H&L Lovely Creations
Styling, planning and florals: Scent of Orchid | Photography: Gabriele Malagoli
Planner: H&L Lovely Creations
Low wedding altar ideas
If your wedding backdrop is already beautifully picturesque, such as a gorgeous property or stunning mountainous landscape, a tall floral display could be too distracting. Instead, focus on creating a low meadow-style arrangement, as though the flowers are growing naturally from the earth in a lush abundant garden-style design that feels at one with the surroundings.
Photography: Amy Mulder
Photography: Diane Sotero
Floral design: Flora and Flour | Photography: Ditto Dianto
Florals: The Flora Club | Photography: Amanda Callaway
Floral aisle runners
Why not ramp up the drama for your walk down the aisle with gorgeous floral runners either side? Whether you choose a statement meadow-like style or simple sprinkling of rose petals, floral runner add some extra sparkle to that special walk way.
Photography: Diane Sotero
Photography: McSween Photography
Deconstructed floral arches
We love deconstructed floral arches, which are a nice twist on the traditional arch. Usually open at the top, deconstructed arches have a more modern feel and use less flowers meaning they tend to cost less than a full arch.
Floral design: Flowers at 38, Philippa Tarrant | Planning: Pamela Barefoot Event Design | Photo: Katie Stoops
Photography: Diane Sotero
Photography: Diane Sotero
Photography: Diane Sotero
Minimal floral backdrops
Wedding ceremony backdrops don't have to be elaborate to be beautiful. Huge floral arches require a massive amount of flowers, which quickly add up in cost, so a lower key design might me more in line with your budget. Chat to your florist about they can can create for you, such as flower urns, decorated arbors, willow arches and foliage-heavy designs to lower the cost while still providing a gorgeous backdrop for your special day.
Photography: McSween Photography
Planning & Design: Florals: Wild Club | Planning: Charmed Events | Photography: Amanda Callaway
Photography: Amy Mulder
Photo: Taylor Jordan
Floral pillars
Floral pillars are a contemporary alternative to traditional floral arches. They are really having a moment and we're totally here for it!
Photo: Taylor Jordan
Florals: Darling and Daughters | Photo: Lauren Fair | Planner: Pamela Barefoot Events Design
Photo: Taylor Jordan
