How to Make Your Reception Tables Look Twice Your Budget

Are you the type of bride who adores understated elegance?

Or maybe you are wanting to allocate your wedding budget to another vendor and still want a gorgeous reception…

Well there are excellent AND affordable ways to use natural decorations gathered in your area. Especially in AZ.  These can be great for:

• Table runners, reception tables, bouquets, altars, cake decorating, wedding signs, or tie to chairs.
• Wedding reception centerpieces found in nature, centerpieces for an al fresco experience, and reception table inspiration for couples to find these natural elements in their surrounding area.

So what are these natural decorations exactly and how can you use them?

These affordable yet timeless decorations are called natural foliage: Eucalyptus, Olive Leaves, and Herbs.

Follow these inspirations on how to use each one to achieve the luxury wedding of your dreams.

1) Eucalyptus –

Eucalyptus is great for table garlands. Reception tables drip in timeless romance. They have a subtle wash of hues mixed with that understated elegance you want. Stunning yet natural. This natural element is an excellent detail for any garden outdoor wedding for gorgeous aromas with a soft neutral color pallet. You can add candlelight to create a warm and romantic atmosphere that is all together simple, magical, romantic, and modern. See more Eucalyptus inspiration here.

Photographer: Jose Villa

2) Olive Leaves:

Freshly clipped olive branches can be the perfect accent for Elegant European and Old World themed weddings. Hints of Mediterranean and Tuscan vibes pay homage to the European culture. With a themed wedding such as this, there is a importance of gathering with family and friends. With olive leaves, because of their simplistic organic style, they will create a atmosphere that is humble and encouraging for couples to seek the beauty in their surroundings. Olive leaves are excellently paired with olive oil jars as a guests’ favor as well. See more Olive Leaves inspiration here.

Photographer: Willow & Stone 

Photographer:Anna Roussos

Here is a Pinterest infographic of other affordable pieces of greenery to add to your reception centerpieces.

3) Herbs:

Delight your guests’ sense of smell with fresh aromas with herbs. Some different Herbs you can use include: rosemary, sage, basil, thyme, parsley, and dill.  It is like taking fresh herbs of love from your garden and hand-picking them into your wedding. Herbs are a romantic foliage to add to your day. They can be aesthetically pleasing to use for garlands and wreaths. They already have a naturally earthy look to them. Add their fragrance and the fact that they are affordable into the mix, you’re left with a great reception detail option. They can be featured on centerpieces that appear effortlessly handpicked. There is nothing left unearthed when it comes to using herbs as a part of your reception. You can go so many routes with the variety of herbs and that is why they are so great to use. See more Herb inspiration here.

Resource: Milou and Olin via Design Sponge

Resource

Lavender: Peaceful symbol of devotion. A smell to remember for your wedding memories.

Photographer: Jenna McElroy

MANY THANKS TO THE CREATIVE TEAM WHO HELPED WITH THESE WEDDINGS:

Venue: THE COUNTRY CLUB AT DC RANCH

Venue: BLACKSTONE COUNTRY CLUB

Photographer: APRIL MAURA PHOTOGRAPHY