20 Eye-Catching Ideas for Your Ceremony Backdrop
Adding a backdrop behind the spot where you'll exchange your vows helps draw all of your guests' eyes front and center. Here, get inspired by 20 of our favorite ideas.
By: Kristen Klein
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Step into your own fairy tale with a storybook backdrop.
Photo Credit: Jessie Holloway
Monogram
Highlight your new monogram on a makeshift mantel.
Related: Creative Ways to Use Your Monogram
Photo Credit: Photo Love
Lights
The unique chandelier surrounding the couple gives this ceremony such a magical feel.
Photo Credit: Jac & Heath Photography
Cross
Add an emblem that represents your culture or religious beliefs.
Photo Credit: Cassie Jones Photography
Drapes
Theater drapes make it look like the couple is starring in their own play.
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Photo Credit: Cathy and David
Vows
Writing your own wedding vows? Make your personal declarations of love part of your wedding décor with this backdrop.
Related: How to Write Your Own Vows
Photo Credit: This Modern Romance
World Map
Perfect for a pair of wanderlusters, dress up your ceremony space with a map, paper airplanes, and antique luggage.
Photo Credit: Blue Daisy Weddings
Bouquets
Create a modern backdrop with upside-down bouquets suspended from a fabric-draped arch.
Related: 50 Ideas for a Modern Wedding
Photo Credit: Rob Mould Photography
Wintry Scene
Transform your wedding into a winter wonderland by projecting a wintry scene onto your backdrop.
Related: 100 Ideas for Winter Weddings
Photo Credit: Coburn Photography
Love
Put your love on display with this sweet idea.
Related: 30+ Examples of Wedding Vows
Photo Credit: Susan Jackson Photography
Fabric
Dress up an existing structure with tulle and a garland of flowers.
Photo Credit: Country Creations
Lace and Crystals
Strands of crystals accentuate the romantic vibe set by the lace curtains and delicate florals.
Photo Credit: Julie Irene Photography
Doors
Drape a garland over a pair of vintage doors for a charming backdrop.
Photo Credit: Light Source Photography
Mantel
Adorn a mantel with sweet photos and mementos from your relationship.
Photo Credit: Carrie Wildes Photography
Paper Cranes
Add a little luck to your big day with origami paper cranes.
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Photo Credit: Kevin Kelley Photography
Curtains
Dress up a modern loft with draped fabric and flowers.
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Photo Credit: Blueberry Creative
Candles Galore
Set the tone for romance with a candle-covered backdrop.
Photo Credit: Aaron Young Photography
Grass Wall
Transform a ballroom into an enchanted garden with a grass-covered wall.
Photo Credit: Wildflower Linens
Flowers
Draw all eyes front and center with colorful florals cascading from the ceiling to the spot where you'll exchange your vows.
Photo Credit: Harwell Photography
