50 Amazing Superhero-Themed Wedding Ideas
From Captain America to Spider-Man to X-Men, this summer is jam-packed with superhero movies. Here are some of our favorite ways for you to include your most beloved comic book character in your wedding.
By: Kristen Klein
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Bride's Attire
This bride is so obsessed with Batman that in high school, she wore a Bat-Signal belt buckle nearly every day, and her fellow students took to calling her Batgirl — so it was only natural for her to gear up for her wedding day as well.
Photo Credit: Dianne Personett Photography
Bride's Attire
A superhero-themed garter makes for a fun surprise at the reception.
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Bride's Attire
Wear these adorable knee-high socks under your gown.
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Bride's Attire
For the true comic book enthusiast, have a pair of shoes customized with pages from your favorite issue.
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Bridesmaids' Attire
The bride and bridesmaids wore capes and masks for the celebration.
Photo Credit: Cat Norman Photography
Bridesmaids' Attire
Let your maid of honor stand out with a different-colored cape.
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"Bridesdudes" Attire
These “bridesdudes” worked in the Bat-Signal on their boutonnières, which perfectly accentuated their black and yellow attire.
Photo Credit: Dianne Personett Photography
"Bridesdudes" Attire
Underneath their formalwear, they donned Batman t-shirts.
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Attire for the Groom & Groomsmen
This groom chose to include Batman in a more subtle way — on the face of his watch.
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Attire for the Groom & Groomsmen
Wear superhero cufflinks as a subtle nod to your favorite character.
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Attire for the Groom & Groomsmen
This groom's superhero of choice is Nightwing (the first Robin's eventual superhero identity). He and his groomsmen channeled the character's blue and black costume for their attire.
Photo Credit: Dianne Personett Photography
Attire for the Groom & Groomsmen
Wear a T-shirt of your favorite superhero underneath your wedding-day attire; reveal your true identity whenever you see fit.
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Flower Girls & Ring Bearers
Including your pet in the wedding? Dress him up in a cute themed costume.
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Flower Girls & Ring Bearers
Your smallest bridal party members will love these personalized capes.
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Bouquets
A bouquet made from comic book pages will last forever.
Photo Credit: Dianne Personett Photography
Bouquets
A natural fit for a patriotic Fourth of July wedding, this bride turned her bouquet into a floral version of Captain America's shield.
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Boutonnières
Attach mini action figures to your boutonnières.
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Ceremony Ideas
Inspired by Northstar, the first openly-gay superhero in the Marvel universe, this couple tied the knot in a comic book store when Astonishing X-Men #51 was released, which tells the story of Northstar's wedding to his partner.
Photo Credit: Ron Gejon Photography
Reception Entrance
This Batman-loving couple made a grand entrance by breaking through Gotham City.
Photo Credit: Dianne Personett Photography
Reception Entrance
The superhero bridesmaids and groomsmen soared into the reception.
Photo Credit: Cat Norman Photography
Wedding Stationery
Batman vs. Superman: The Wedding! This save-the-date certainly sets the tone for the big day.
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Wedding Stationery
For your guest book, have friends and family members channel their inner Lois Lane or Clark Kent by penning letters.
Photo Credit: Cat Norman Photography
Place Cards & Escort Cards
Superhero Pez dispensers make for fun escort cards.
Photo Credit: Heather Kincaid
Place Cards & Escort Cards
Get your guests in on the fun by giving each a superhero identity for the day.
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Place Cards & Escort Cards
Have each guest solve a puzzle in order to find his or her seat (just be sure to put the answer on the back in case anyone gets stuck!).
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Reception Décor
This bride and groom had comic versions of themselves designed for their wedding-day stationery.
Photo Credit: Cat Norman Photography
Reception Décor
Name your tables after common comic book action phrases.
Photo Credit: Heather Kincaid
Reception Décor
“Super bride” and “super groom” displayed messages to each other on their chairs.
Photo Credit: Cat Norman Photography
Reception Décor
At the reception, guests took turns standing in as their own versions of Batgirl and Nightwing.
Photo Credit: Dianne Personett Photography
Food & Drinks
Perfect for a morning wedding or a day-after brunch, give your guests the breakfast of champions by creating a superhero-themed cereal buffet.
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Food & Drinks
Create signature drinks named after your favorite superheroes.
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Food & Drinks
For dessert, this couple had an ice cream truck stashed with superhero-themed treats pull up. The bride's choice? A Bubbles popsicle from The Powerpuff Girls series.
Photo Credit: Cat Norman Photography
Food & Drinks
Place baskets full of Batman-wrapped chocolates throughout your venue for a sweet treat.
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Cakes & Desserts
The wedding cake was designed to reflect Gotham City— topped with a pair of action figures and the Bat-Signal, of course.
Photo Credit: Dianne Personett Photography
Cakes & Desserts
The cake set and toasting glasses were personalized with Batman comic book covers.
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Cakes & Desserts
A Captain America shield stands out even more on a naked chocolate cake. Add action figures around the delicious dessert for good measure.
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Cakes & Desserts
Their wedding cake displayed scenes from Astonishing X-Men #51, which features Northstar's wedding to his partner.
Photo Credit: Ron Gejon Photography
Cakes & Desserts
Add a fun touch to a traditional wedding cake with a superhero peeking out from under it!
Photo Credit: Jennifer Skog
Cakes & Desserts
Place action bursts on cupcakes for a sweet surprise.
Photo Credit: Heather Kincaid
Must-Have Photos
Channel your superhero alter ego for a unique photo, like this Spider-Man-inspired idea.
Photo Credit: JR Pena Photography
Must-Have Photos
The bridal party struck a classic superhero pose.
Photo Credit: Dianne Personett Photography
Must-Have Photos
The groom and groomsmen revealed their secret identities.
Photo Credit: Hoffer Photography
After the Wedding
The perfect after party: Going to see the latest superhero movie in theaters!
Photo Credit: Dianne Personett Photography
