When it comes to summer wedding styling trends, there are several captivating and elegant approaches to creating a beautiful and memorable ambiance for your celebration. Where it’s an alfresco dining or indoor chic consider incorporating the following summer styling trends to infuse your wedding with the warmth and vibrancy of the season. Here are 7 ideas to help you bring that summer vibrancy to your tablescapes!
BOHEMIAN CHIC
Embrace the carefree and romantic spirit of summer with a bohemian inspired wedding theme. Incorporate free-flowing ethereal fabrics, such as lace, chiffon, or crochet, in both bridal attire and décor. Create eye catching centrepieces using a mixture of wildflowers, feathers, dried botanicals, and succulents. Incorporate vintages vases, mismatched bottles, or antique brass candle h0lders to add that bohemian charm. Display unique table décor such as driftwood elements, textured fabric placemats or macrame accents alongside an assortment of lanterns, votives and mixed candle holders, to add an enchanting ambience throughout.
CITRUS FRUITS
Incorporate citrus fruits like lemons, limes, and oranges to add a fresh summery touch. Display them in glass bowls or vases or arrange them to be cascading along the table. These citrus fruits will add a pop of colour yet also a delightful fragrance to your table. Choose table linens such as lemon yellow, lime green or watermelon pink to compliment the theme, consider linens with subtle citrus patterns or embroidery for an elegant touch. Opt for fruit scented candles, such as citrus or tropical fruit to infuse the air with a fresh and aromatic ambiance. Create visually appealing displays of fresh fruits on dessert tables or part of a cocktail hour spread, or even as a favour for your guests, showcasing the vibrant colours and textures of summer fruits.
TROPICAL PARADISE
Embrace the tropical trend by incorporating lush greenery and exotic motifs into your table décor. Consider using botanical printed linens, vibrant floral centrepieces, and palm trees to evoke the beauty of a tropical paradise. Use an abundance of tropical flowers such as birds of paradise, monstera and ferns to create a vibrant and exotic feel. Incorporate a vibrant colour palette with hues inspired by the tropics such as turquoise, coral and lime green within elements such as napkins or table runners. Set the mood with tiki torches and lanterns to create a romantic atmosphere reminiscent of a tropical island getaway.
COASTAL ELEGANCE
Opt for natural oak tables, draped with chiffon runners, incorporate natural rattan chargers with gold cutlery to add textures and dimension into your tablescapes. Embrace that ocean blue accent within your décor with light linen napkins, textured water glasses or vibrant place names and menus. Display beach themed items such as seashells, starfish, or driftwood pieces to bring a touch of the beach to the table. Incorporate lanterns with a weathered finish or made of materials like rope and wood, for that warm beachy glow.
VIBRANT VIBES
Incorporate the bold and electric colours of the summers season and infuse colour with your tablescape. Opt for bright oriented table linens, a textured bright runner, or a bold linen napkin, to bring colour to the core of your tables. Create floral arrangements bursting with colour, feature bold blooms such as peonies, sunflowers, or dahlias, saturated in shades like hot pink, deep orange and sunny yellow. Accompany this with colourful candles in an assortment of heights and lively hues to bring a warm and inviting glow to your tables. Consider bold dinnerware with colourful and intricate patterns to liven up each placer setting and even opt for coloured glassware to bring even more fun to your tablescape.
ITALIAN SUMMER
Embrace the vibrant and stylish table décor that reflects the rich culture and tradition of the country with yellow and blue, which are classic colour choices that bring a sunny yet elegant ambiance to a wedding celebration. Select crisp white table linens with a pop of blue, and yellow linen napkins, or vice versa to create a visually appealing contrast. Choose elegant Italian ceramic tableware in blue and white patterns, and or solid coloured dinner plates to add depths and visual interest. Enhance the ambience with soft candlelight alongside floral centrepieces that feature blooms in shades of white and blue for a touch of whimsy and fragrance.
SOFT PASTELS
Opt for something simpler and create a dreamy and romantic ambiance for your table setting. Choose crisp white linen, with minimal details such as lace or a heavy-set textured linen and matching napkins. Embrace delicate and elegant tableware in white tones, and varying textures to remain simple but add dimension throughout your tablescape. Incorporate tall candles sticks of varying heights and pastel hues, of place lavender, soft yellow and blush pinks, to create a soft and romantic vibe. Choose an array of soft pastel flowers for your centrepieces such as roses, peonies, and hydrangeas in varying shades of pastel hues, incorporating soft greenery to add depth and evoke a whimsical and ethereal feel.
When it comes to summer tablescapes its important to create a captivating and memorable ambiance that encapsulates the spirit of the season. Whether it’s a beachfront affair, a garden party or an elegant outdoor reception, the summer table décor should exude warmth, joy and the natural beauty of this special, yet busy, time of year.