Candlelit magic. Backyard wedding decoration ideas
How to turn a backyard into a wedding venue?
Backyard weddings are practical, affordable, pleasant, and intimate. You can turn a backyard into the wedding location of your dreams, regardless of the type of mood you want to create—a sophisticated, ethereal vibe or something more relaxed and rustic. The décor is crucial to transforming your yard into a venue for events. You won't even recognize the surroundings once a few backyard wedding decorations are in place, such as tablecloths, candles, floral arches, reclaimed wood paths, string lights, and comfortable furniture.
Using candles for backyard wedding decoration
Candles are an enchanting and versatile element for backyard wedding decorations, offering a warm and romantic glow that enhances the overall ambiance. Whether used in centerpieces, aisle decorations, hanging displays, or to light pathways, candles can create a magical atmosphere that will make your wedding day unforgettable. With thoughtful placement and safety considerations, candles can transform your backyard into a stunning and memorable wedding venue.
Backyard wedding decoration ideas
Ceremony area
Decorating a wedding ceremony area with candles can create a romantic and intimate atmosphere.
Line the aisle with lanterns or hurricane lamps filled with candles to guide the bride and groom to the altar. Use candles in varying heights for added visual interest. Place large pillar candles on either side of the altar or arch to frame the ceremony space beautifully. Scatter rose petals along the aisle and place candles at intervals to create a soft, glowing path. Hang votive candles in glass holders from the arch or surrounding trees. Combine with hanging floral arrangements or ribbons for added charm.
Table centerpieces
For a backyard wedding, creating beautiful table centerpieces with candles can enhance the cozy and romantic ambiance.
Create stunning centerpieces by grouping candles of different sizes and heights in the center of each table. Combine candles with floral arrangements or greenery for a lush look. Use clear glass bowls filled with water and floating candles, surrounded by flower petals, for an elegant touch. Elegant candelabras with taper candles can add a sophisticated and classic element to your table settings.
Hanging candle displays
Hanging candle displays can add a magical and enchanting ambiance to a backyard wedding.
Suspend lanterns with candles from tree branches, pergolas, or overhead string lights to create a magical, floating effect. Hang mason jars with tea lights or small candles from tree branches or shepherd’s hooks for a rustic charm. Combine hanging candles with other lighting elements, like string lights or fairy lights, for a layered lighting effect. Hang candles at different heights to create depth and dimension.
Pathway and garden lighting
Creating a beautifully illuminated pathway with candles for a backyard wedding can guide guests and add a magical ambiance.
Place lanterns with candles along garden paths, walkways, and around the perimeter of the reception area to guide guests and create a whimsical atmosphere. Use small glass votive holders for a simple and elegant look. Line the pathways with mason jars filled with sand or stones and tea light candles, creating a charming and welcoming glow. Wooden lanterns can add a rustic charm to backyard wedding decorations.
Raise the entrance
Make a grand entrance for a tented backyard reception with curtains elegantly pulled back by foliage and accented with topiaries and candles. If you decide to have your reception under a tent, it will be simple to hang drapes and pull them back to create a welcoming doorway.
Reception area
Candles can be used to create a cozy and welcoming atmosphere in the reception area of a backyard wedding.
Decorate your reception tables with garlands of greenery or floral arrangements amidst clusters of votive candles. Make comfortable lounging spaces with outdoor furniture and add a touch of elegance with candle clusters in lanterns or hurricane lamps. To intensify the magical ambiance, combine string lights with candle arrangements on tables and hanging fixtures.
Change your swimming pool
Transform your pool into the visual focal point of your wedding. During the ceremony, a makeshift walkway can serve as the aisle. Afterward, it can double as the entrance to your reception. You can also go full glam and have a dance floor built over the pool. You can place many tealight candles in the pool; the floating candles will create a romantic and charming scene.
Fire pit areas
For a backyard wedding, lighting candles around fire pit areas can create a warm and welcoming ambiance.
Place candles around the fire pit area to enhance the cozy and intimate feel of the space. Position candles on low tables or the ground around seating areas near the fire pit to keep the area well-lit and inviting.
Incorporating candles into your backyard wedding decorations can create a magical and romantic ambiance that enhances the overall atmosphere of your special day. By thoughtfully integrating candles into various aspects of your wedding decor, you can craft a memorable and visually captivating experience for you and your guests. The timeless beauty of candlelight will add a touch of enchantment to your backyard wedding, making it an unforgettable celebration of love.
