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 -141974
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-141977
A superhero-themed garter makes for a fun surprise at the reception.
Photo Credit: Something Blue Wedding Photography
Bride's Attire-141981
Wear these adorable knee-high socks under your gown.
Photo Credit: Superherostuff.com
Bride's Attire-141986
For the true comic book enthusiast, have a pair of shoes customized with pages from your favorite issue.
Photo Credit: Moonlight Decorator/Etsy
Bridesmaids' Attire-142004
The bride and bridesmaids wore capes and masks for the celebration.
Photo Credit: Cat Norman Photography
Bridesmaids' Attire-141995
Let your maid of honor stand out with a different-colored cape.
Photo Credit: Cat Norman Photography
"Bridesdudes" Attire-141975
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-141968
Underneath their formalwear, they donned Batman t-shirts.
Photo Credit: Dianne Personett Photography
Attire for the Groom & Groomsmen-142057
This groom chose to include Batman in a more subtle way — on the face of his watch.
Photo Credit: Dianne Personett Photography
Attire for the Groom & Groomsmen-142058
Wear superhero cufflinks as a subtle nod to your favorite character.
Photo Credit: Photography by Brea via Lover.ly
Attire for the Groom & Groomsmen-141969
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-141990
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-141980
Including your pet in the wedding? Dress him up in a cute themed costume.
Photo Credit: Bridal Musings via Lover.ly
Flower Girls & Ring Bearers-142017
Your smallest bridal party members will love these personalized capes.
Photo Credit: Etsy Shops via Lover.ly
Bouquets-142021
A bouquet made from comic book pages will last forever.
Photo Credit: Dianne Personett Photography
Bouquets-141984
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-142022
Attach mini action figures to your boutonnières.
Photo Credit: Sweet Little Photographs
Ceremony Ideas-141989
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-141971
This Batman-loving couple made a grand entrance by breaking through Gotham City.
Photo Credit: Dianne Personett Photography
Reception Entrance-142077
The superhero bridesmaids and groomsmen soared into the reception.
Photo Credit: Cat Norman Photography
Wedding Stationery-141979
Batman vs. Superman: The Wedding! This save-the-date certainly sets the tone for the big day.
Photo Credit: Rachel W. Miller on Lover.ly via Lover.ly
Wedding Stationery-141982
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-141993
Superhero Pez dispensers make for fun escort cards.
Photo Credit: Heather Kincaid
Place Cards & Escort Cards-142014
Get your guests in on the fun by giving each a superhero identity for the day.
Photo Credit: Jagger Photo on Bridal Musings via Lover.ly
Place Cards & Escort Cards-142015
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!).
Photo Credit: Jagger Photo on Bridal Musings via Lover.ly
Reception Décor-142016
This bride and groom had comic versions of themselves designed for their wedding-day stationery.
Photo Credit: Cat Norman Photography
Reception Décor-142001
Name your tables after common comic book action phrases.
Photo Credit: Heather Kincaid
Reception Décor-142000
Include cartoon versions of yourselves in your décor.
Photo Credit: Heather Kincaid
Reception Décor-142013
“Super bride” and “super groom” displayed messages to each other on their chairs.
Photo Credit: Cat Norman Photography
Reception Décor-141972
At the reception, guests took turns standing in as their own versions of Batgirl and Nightwing.
Photo Credit: Dianne Personett Photography
Food & Drinks-141983
Perfect for a morning wedding or a day-after brunch, give your guests the breakfast of champions by creating a superhero-themed cereal buffet.
Photo Credit: Jagger Photo on Landlocked Bride via Lover.ly
Food & Drinks-141996
Create signature drinks named after your favorite superheroes.
Photo Credit: Jagger Photo on Bridal Musings via Lover.ly
Food & Drinks-141997
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-141978
Place baskets full of Batman-wrapped chocolates throughout your venue for a sweet treat.
Photo Credit: Ashley Gerrity Photography on DIY Bride via Lover.ly
Cakes & Desserts-141976
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-141973
The cake set and toasting glasses were personalized with Batman comic book covers.
Photo Credit: Dianne Personett Photography
Cakes & Desserts-141985
A Captain America shield stands out even more on a naked chocolate cake. Add action figures around the delicious dessert for good measure.
Photo Credit: Soli Photography on Southern Weddings via Lover.ly
Cakes & Desserts-142078
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-141988
Add a fun touch to a traditional wedding cake with a superhero peeking out from under it!
Photo Credit: Jennifer Skog
Cakes & Desserts-142002
Place action bursts on cupcakes for a sweet surprise.
Photo Credit: Heather Kincaid
Must-Have Photos-141987
Channel your superhero alter ego for a unique photo, like this Spider-Man-inspired idea.
Photo Credit: JR Pena Photography
Must-Have Photos-141970
The bridal party struck a classic superhero pose.
Photo Credit: Dianne Personett Photography
Must-Have Photos-141992
The groom and groomsmen revealed their secret identities.
Photo Credit: Hoffer Photography
Must-Have Photos-141991
This group took flight after the ceremony.
Photo Credit: Farrah's Photography
After the Wedding-141939
The perfect after party: Going to see the latest superhero movie in theaters!
Photo Credit: Dianne Personett Photography
