31 Wedding Centerpiece and Tablescape Ideas, as Seen in Vogue

Wedding centerpieces can truly transform the aesthetic of your celebration. From carefully arranged seasonal flowers to elegant candle setups and curated antiques, the centerpiece serves as a focal point that shapes the overall atmosphere of the event.

When planning your centerpieces, consider their placement within your guests’ line of sight during the reception. You might opt to vary the designs for different table shapes and sizes, maintain uniformity with consistent arrangements, or mix diverse elements for a personalized touch that aligns with the day’s theme.

We’ve gathered inspiration from magnificent Vogue wedding centerpieces and tablescape design tips to help you create a stunning setup for your special day.

1. Table Lamps and Wild Florals

Photo: Jes Workman

At a vineyard wedding in Santa Ynez, the couple celebrated their organic surroundings with dynamic floral arrangements, wild greenery, and a balance of neutral blooms. They enhanced the event’s intimate dinner party vibe with elegant table lamps featuring glass shades, even adding playful touches like lavender-shaped butter.

2. Vintage Lace and White Flowers

Photo: Clark Brewer

To evoke a charming vintage aesthetic, an interior designer’s wedding at Blackberry Farm featured exquisite lace tablecloths paired with large white floral arrangements in terracotta and silver vessels, accented by pillar candles that added a warm glow to the outdoor setting.

3. Neutral Blooms and Colorful Candelabras

Photo: House on the Clouds

An intimate Lake Como wedding showcased vibrant sculptural candelabras adorned with floral and avian designs, harmonized with eggplant-hued lampshades and golden votives for an inviting ambiance, complemented by delicate white florals.

4. Spheres of Candlelight

Photo: Andreas Sellinidis

This Miami wedding emphasized candlelight over floral displays, featuring tables brimming with spherical pillar candles that created a serene yet intimate glow, enhancing the evening’s mood.

5. Pastel Prints and Florals

Photo: Greg Finck

Seeking an atmosphere reminiscent of a Fragonard painting, the bride at Rodin Museum in Paris curated pastel floral centerpieces complemented by beige taper candles and light floral table lamps, creating a soft, inviting portraits for guests.

6. Mélange of Wildflowers

Photo: Norman & Blake

If you’re after a laid-back, organic feel, using local wildflowers can bring a unique flavor to your tablescape. An example from a Tennessee rehearsal dinner featured arrangements in woven vessels, showcasing individual variety while maintaining a picturesque presentation.

7. Bud Vases and Blooms

Photo: Norman & Blake

The couple embraced wildflowers yet kept it sophisticated by mixing low bud vases with fuller arrangements in shades of pink, purple, and yellow, resulting in an elegant, understated atmosphere.

8. Something Blue

Photo: Twah Dougherty

For her wedding, bride Bernadette Gerrity envisioned centerpieces that were “elegant, timeless, and effortless.” She combined silver vessels with white roses, ranunculus, and soft blue flowers, including grapes at the base to create an inviting “dinner party” atmosphere.

9. Textural Tablescape

Photo: Nela Kekic

Adding texture with local greenery and petite blooms can elevate your wedding tables. This sophisticated reception in New York City showed how greenery could lend dimension to a classic setup.

10. Pink and Green Pastels

Photo: Jose Villa

At Becca Bloom’s rehearsal dinner, pink and green were the stars of the show with playful floral arrangements and whimsical sculptures that added personal touches to the tablescape.

11. A Sunset of Roses

Photo: Jose Villa

This enchanting wedding celebration overflowed with roses in gradient hues that mirrored the sunsets over Lake Como, resulting in visual poetry throughout the reception tables.

12. Tonal Tablescape

Photo: Jes Workman

A California wedding used rich grape hues across the tablescape featuring elegant green and wine tones, paired with mint, jasmine vine, and chocolate Queen Anne’s lace for added texture.

13. Mossy Mélange

Photo: Heather Waraksa

A wedding in Hawaii brought an earthy feel with mossy centerpieces combined with light florals, embodying a natural theme inspired by the ocean.

14. Set in Stone

Photo: Nela Kekic

Using marble slabs and stoneware vessels alongside free-flowing florals, a couple at their vow renewal created a truly luxurious tablescape.

15. Bursts of Blooms

Photo: Corbin Gurkin

The vibrant florals at Justin Theroux and Nicole Brydon’s rehearsal dinner contrasted elegantly against white linens, creating a lively and dynamic atmosphere.

16. All About Orange

Photo: Nirav Patel

At a sangeet dinner in Portugal, oranges uniquely became central to the decor, with low displays of citrus fruits providing colorful structure.

17. Citrus Style

Photo: Bring Me Somewhere Nice by Dani Rodriguez

Citrus displays with pops of colored blooms were featured at a welcome dinner in Thailand.

18. Rows of Roses

Photo: Bring Me Somewhere Nice by Dani Rodriguez

For a coastal wedding a reception dinner included classic rows of white roses in individual vessels that added a serene serenity to the warm, festive atmosphere.

19. Sage and Soft Florals

Photo: Nirav Patel

This setup showcased pastel florals complemented by sage-green taper candles and fringed lampstands for a romantic reception ambiance.

20. Warmed Up Whites

Photo: Joel Serrato

In a Santa Barbara wedding, brides utilized cream and peach flowers to provide warmth and texture, harmonizing beautifully with their overall design palette.

21. Wild Greens

Photo: Jose Villa

For her rehearsal dinner, bride Hayley Sullivan incorporated unusual green grasses and unique floral textures, creating a contemporary look that was visually striking and memorable.

22. Celestial Centerpieces

Photo: Jose Villa

This wedding in San Francisco featured long-stemmed florals that added a romantic touch, illuminated by lovely fluted votives while each table displayed a fun zodiac sign element.

23. Fruit Forward

Photo: Abigail Lewis Photography

In the Tuscan countryside, the couple created a rustic abundance with tablescapes filled with fruits like tomatoes and olives, along with vintage stoneware for a homey feel.

24. Mexican Marigolds

Photo: AH Lovestories

For their Mexico City wedding close to Día de los Muertos, the couple created tablescapes brimming with vibrant oranges of marigolds and other blooms to celebrate the occasion.

25. Fall Textures

Photo: Jes Workman

At a fall wedding in Los Angeles, the couple infused their reception with a variety of unique centerpieces in vintage vessels, showcasing autumn hues and textures for a cozy atmosphere.

26. Light and Bright

Photo: Greg Finck

Crisp, delicate blooms adorned a wedding in Italy, creating an airy and elegant feel. This low-maintenance yet visually appealing set-up ensured the tablescape greeted guests beautifully.

27. Pretty Patinas

Photo: Greg Finck

Opting for a vintage touch, this tablescape featured candlesticks with charming patinas, effortlessly blending nostalgia with modern decor.

28. Mix It Up

Photo: Chloé Fayollas

This French wedding featured a delightful variety of floral arrangements with different hues that enhanced visual interest and freshness across the long table setup.

29. Local Foliage

Photo: Maddy Rotman

By sourcing seasonal flowers from Upstate New York, the couple’s tablescape at a Brooklyn wedding reflected a natural, organic beauty, reminiscent of traditional Japanese ikebana styling.

30. Go Green

Photo: Dennis Roy Coronel

Floral centerpieces brimming with tall, lush green accents were showcased at a wedding by the coast, where inclusive green elements extended to the glassware and accessories for cohesive design.

31. Beautiful Neutrals

Photo: Miles and Miles

In a soft, neutral color palette, the centerpieces for a New York fall wedding featured ceramic vessels filled with delicate dahlias, chrysanthemum, and pale florals that added gentle warmth to each table.

Should I have tall and low centerpieces?

It’s essential to consider your guests’ line of sight. Low centerpieces offer unobstructed views across tables, while tall arrangements can be effective if they allow guests to see through them. For variety, alternate between tall and low designs based on table shapes and sizes.

How far in advance should I finalize my centerpieces?

While it’s vital to decide early on, final confirmation should ideally occur 2-3 weeks prior to the wedding date to account for guest counts and flower availability.