What’s not to love about candles? They’re beautiful, romantic, affordable, practical and symbolic—everything you’re looking for to create the perfect ambience in your ceremony and reception spaces. From glass hurricanes and twinkling votives to homemade favors and hanging lanterns, here are 11 stunning ways to dress up your wedding venue with candlelight.
1. Light Your Escort Card Table
From: A Romantic Desert Wedding in Tucson, Arizona
2. Suspend Whimsical Bubble Votives
Lacie Hansen PhotographyFrom: An Eclectic Wedding at Miller Nurseries in Canandaigua, New York
3. Scatter Clusters of Hurricanes
One Love PhotographyFrom: A Romantic, Garden-Inspired Wedding at Calamigos Ranch in Malibu, California
4. Line Your Banquet Tables
Love Life ImagesFrom: A Modern, Elegant Wedding at the Mandarin Oriental in Washington, DC
5. Lead Guests Inside
Julie Wilhite PhotographyFrom: An Over-The-Top, Luxe Wedding at Austin Country Club in Austin, Texas
6. Offer DIY Candle Favors
Love & Light PhotographsFrom: A Whimsical Autumn Wedding at Lord Thompson Manor in Thompson, Connecticut
7. Play With Various Heights
Watson StudiosFrom: A Modern, Bohemian Wedding at the Loft on Pine in Long Beach, California
8. Fill a Candelabra With Blooms
True PhotographyFrom: A Glamorous, Garden-Inspired Destination Wedding at Darlington House in La Jolla, California
9. Give Your Aisle Some Glow
Lucas Botz PhotographyFrom: A Romantic Loft Wedding at Aria in Minneapolis, Minnesota
10. Go Vintage With Glass Candlesticks
Yazy JoFrom: A Chic Vintage Wedding at Room 1520 in Chicago, Illinois
11. Hang Lanterns From Trees
Millie Holloman PhotographyFrom: A Romantic Garden-Inspired Wedding at Bald Head Island Club in Bald Head Island, North Carolina
