We came out of the gate strong yesterday with our top 10 most popular weddings of the year! Now, it’s time to break it down and dig into the details. 2020 saw a LOT of what you might call creative solutions. The year sent a jolt down the collective wedding industry’s spine, yet some of the most unique + inspiring ideas we’ve ever seen still came to light. It’s amazing what comes to fruition when you apply a little pressure. And we were all on the receiving end of some rather BRILLIANT ideas. Our GWS editorial team is happy to share our favorite wedding decor + details of the year and send a massive virtual round of applause to the brilliant creators who made it all happen!
Best Wedding Florals: A Color Story
A Monochrome Red Floral Backdrop
From: Mid-Century Meets 70’s Glam With Two Rad Bridal Looks
photography: Colette Marie Photography // venue name: City Hall Events, Chicago, Illinois, USA // planning: Ash Best Events // florals: Florist & Hound Design // wedding dress: Sophie et Voila
Bright Florals Over the Aisle
From: Laid-Back London Wedding with Giant Statement Floral Installations
photography: Jessica Williams // venue name: The Tab Centre, London, Shoreditch, United Kingdom // event design: King Wey + Louis // florals: Hazel Gardiner Design // wedding dress: Jenny Lessin
Maximalist Rainbow Ombré Floral Installation
From: Just Wait Until You See the EPIC Rainbow Installation at this Eclectic Nashville Wedding
photography: The Commoneer // venue name: 14Tenn, Nashville, Tennessee, USA // event design: Cara and Will and FLWR Events // planning: Kaitlynn Montgomery through 14Tenn // florals: FLWR Shop // wedding dress: Rue De Seine
Best Wedding Florals: Unexpected Blooms
A Blooming Bicycle
From: Disney Artists’ Vibrant Indian Fusion Wedding in LA
photography: Mary Costa Photography // venue name: The Fig House, Los Angeles, California, USA // event design: Ramya Chidanand (bride) // planning: Sweet Emilia Jane // florals: The Little Branch
A Truck Full of Flowers
From: A Truck Full of Flowers for this Colorful Drive Thru Micro Wedding!
photography: Sarah Mack Photography // venue name: Fete the Venue, Costa Mesa, California, USA // event design + florals: Shawna Yamamoto Design // planning: Above All Catering and Events
Best of Backyard Weddings
A Pergola of Pretty
From: Dreamy Intimate Backyard Wedding with Boho Florals — and 34 Guests!
photography: Amrit Photography // event design: Finesse Decor // florals: Da Fiori Floral Design // wedding dress: Vivah Collection
Flowers Found a Home
From: A Floral-Filled Backyard Wedding Ceremony in the Midst of Covid-19
photography: Ashlyn Cathey Photography // florals: Waiting on Wildflowers // wedding dress: Sarah Seven
The Best New Takes on Macramé
Macramé in the Round
From: Olive + Ivory in this Boho Vintage Swiss Castle Elopement
photography: Suli Photography // event design + florals: Bluetenmeehr // wedding dress: Daughters of Simone
Reception Table with Macramé Swings
From: This Beachy Industrial Wedding Had Macramé Swings as Reception Chairs
photography: Pierra G Photography // venue name: Shack Revolution, Hereford, Herefordshire, UK // event design + planning: Pierra G Photography // florals: Moody Blooms // wedding dress: BERTA
New Favorite Wedding Decor: Sculptural Backdrops
Desert-Inspired Sculptural Arches
From: West Texas Wedding Inspiration with Sculptural Terracotta Arches
photography: Melissa Marshall // venue name: Willow House, Terlingua, Texas, USA // event design + planning: Mae&Co Creative // florals: Goodseed Floral // wedding dress: Rue de Seine
The Art of a Backdrop
From: Life Imitates Art in this Muted Spring Wedding Inspiration
photography: Carley Jayne Photography // venue name: The 101, Seattle, Washington, USA // event design + planning: Rock & Stone Weddings // florals: Colibri Blooms // wedding dress: Les Aimants Bridal
Best Use of Pampas
Pink Pampas Take Over
From: Santorini Wedding with Pink Pampas Grass Plumes + Magical Moments
photography: White on Black Studio // venue name: Fanari Villas, Santorini, Cyclades, Greece // event design + planning: Tie the Knot Santorini // florals: Betty Flowers Santorini
Hot Pink Pampas + Golden Plumes
From: Modern Western Wedding Inspo with a Dress You NEED to See
photography: Laurken Kendall // venue name: Willow House, Terlingua, Texas, USA // event design + planning: Mae&Co Creative // florals: Goodseed Floral // wedding dress: Rue de Seine
Reception Table Under a Pampas Cloud
From: Santorini Wedding with Pink Pampas Grass Plumes + Magical Moments
photography: White on Black Studio // venue name: Fanari Villas, Santorini, Cyclades, Greece // event design + planning: Tie the Knot Santorini // florals: Betty Flowers Santorini
Pampas But Make it Wings
From: Wanderlust Elopement Inspiration in Greece with a Hooded Bridal Cape
photography: Anna Roussos // event design + planning: Lily of the Valley // florals: Jim Labraco // wedding dress: Maria Konidi
Favorite Escort Display of the Year: Mirrors + Calligraphy
From: Chic Jewel-Toned Wedding with a Ceremony in the Round
photography: Let’s Frolic Together // venue name: Brick, San Diego, California, USA // event design: Pow Wow Design // planning: Weddings by Lisa Nicole // florals: Layered Vintage // wedding dress: Sarah Seven
The Best Reception Tables of 2020
Nightfall Under Chandeliers
From: An Intimate Tuscan Wedding Featuring a Hillside Reception Under Sparkling Chandeliers
photography: Jess Withey Photography // venue name: Locanda in Tuscany, Castiglione d’Orcia, Tuscany, Italy // event design + planning: Italian Eye // florals: Design by Nature
A Serpentine Table Twist
From: This Joshua Tree Wedding Inspiration Features Macramé Chandeliers + Serpentine Tables
host: Modern Love Event // photography: Emily Magers // venue: Masaya Desert Ranch Joshua Tree, California USA // design + styling: Wild Heart Events // florals: Layered Vintage // dress: The Dress Theory
A Curtain of Fairy Lights
From: A Magical Santorini Wedding with Fairy Lights + Tropical Florals
photography: White On Black // venue name: Venetsanos Winery, Santorini, Greece // event design + planning: Julia & Evita // florals: RedBox Days // wedding dress: Justin Alexander
Have a peek at more 2020 favorites here!