75+ Gorgeous Tall Wedding Centerpieces

Towering centerpieces, perfect for a high-ceilinged space, add drama and elegance to tables. These arrangements draw the eye upward and can become a stunning focal point at your wedding reception. While tall centerpieces often use flowers like ivory roses, hydrangeas, and orchids, you can also incorporate greenery, branches, or candles for variety and texture. Bonus: Their height allows for conversation underneath, making them both beautiful and practical for gatherings.

What is the purpose of a centerpiece? The centerpiece is any decorative item placed in the center of the table to enhance its aesthetic. And centerpieces often become a main focus of wedding reception decor. For flower ideas and ways to customize your tall arrangements, explore these combinations that suit your unique style and event theme.

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Types of Flowers: Ivory roses, white hydrangeas, and white and pale-pink orchids, with cymbidium orchids on satin ribbons.

Created by: LA Premiere/Photo by: Remy Grecco

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Types of Flowers: Black Magic roses, Black Baccarat roses, coral and red peonies, and fuchsia orchids. 

Created by: Geranium Lake Flowers/Photo by: Power Studios

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Types of Flowers: White button mums, hydrangeas, dendrobium orchids, and phalaenopsis orchids.

Created by: LA Premier/Photo by: Robert Evans Photography

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Types of Flowers: Roses, viburnum, and snapdragons fill a grapevine- and orchid-lined vase.

Created by: Michelle Rago/Photo by Dasha Wright

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Types of Flowers: Sprigs wind up tall vases filled with purple orchids and plum mini calla lilies.

Created by: LA Premier/Photo by: Joshua Bobrove Photography

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Types of Flowers: Lilies of the valley, hydrangeas, orchids, ranunculus, roses and gardenias.

Photo Credit: John Labbe/Created by: Preston Bailey 

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Why We Love It: It's like getting married in an enchanted forest! We love the gorgeous lighting on the tree.

Photo Credit: Amanda Marie Photography



Why We Love It: The dramatic centerpieces combined with the purple uplighting transform this reception space into a winter wonderland! 

Created By: Dreammakers Weddings & Events

tantawan bloom raised centerpieces
Why We Love It: Raise your centerpieces above the table for added drama! 

Created By: Tantawan Bloom

winter wedding centerpieces
Why We Love It: Dramatic, all-white centerpieces are the perfect fit for a snowy winter wedding!

Photo Credit: M Bénédicte Verley/Flowers By: Tantawan Bloom

travel theme wedding high centerpieces
Why We Love It: These gorgeous centerpieces were designed to resemble clouds at sunset!

Photo Credit: Lars Wanberg/Withers Wanberg Pictures/Wedding Planner: Joyce Scardina Becker/Events of Distinction

manzanita branches centerpiece
Why We Love It: We love how the hanging orchids resemble falling snowflakes—perfect for a winter wedding! 

Photo Credit: Bob and Dawn Davis

simple wedding centerpiece

Why We Love It: We love the simple elegance of this budget-friendly centerpiece!

Photo Credit: Honey Heart Photography

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Why We Love It: This unique centerpiece adds dimension without blocking cross-table conversations!

Created By: Tantawan Bloom

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Why We Love It: Less is more! We love the simplicity of these centerpieces against the bold uplighting.

Photo Credit: Irja Tannlund, Got Light?

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Why We Love It: We love the unique shape of this centerpiece!

Photo Credit: John Seakwood   

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Why We Love It: Masses of baby's breath on gleaming silver candelabras make truly impressive, budget-friendly centerpieces. 

Photo Credit: Red Loft Studios

fall wedding color palette

Why We Love It: This rich color palette is perfect for a fall wedding!

Photo Credit: Susan Stripling/Created By:  Sasha Souza Events

meg baisen purple uplighting orchid centerpiece
Why We Love It: From the dramatic florals to the stunning uplighting, we love it all! 

Photo Credit: Meg Baisden Photography

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Why We Love It: Branches of manzanita in tall vases add a natural, woodsy element to the serene space.

Photo Credit: Studio Seven

rose centerpieces

Why We Love It: We love this unique, modern take on classic red roses!

Photo Credit: Tantawan Bloom 

eco friendly centerpieces

Why We Love It: This dramatic centerpiece idea is also eco-friendly—guests can take home the potted orchids and replant them!

Photo Credit: Michael Norwood Photography

reception chair covers

Why We Love It: Add a regal touch to your reception with dramatic tall centerpieces and draped chair covers!

Photo Credit: Fiori Fresco Special Events
Chair covers by: Chameleon Chair Collection

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Why We Love It: The contrast between the lighting and the flowers makes these centerpieces pop!

Photo Credit: David Schwartz Photography

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Why We Love It: How cool is this twister-inspired centerpiece?

Photo Credit: Tantawan Bloom

Why We Love It: We love the modern glamour of this centerpiece!

frosty winter centerpiece
Photo Credit: Forever Photography

Why We Love It:  This frosty centerpiece is perfect for winter weddings!

whimsical vase
Created By: Galton Flowers

Why We Love It: We love the unique, whimsical vase in this centerpiece!

boquet centerpiece
Photo Credit: Sarah K. Chen Photography

Why We Love It: We love this creative bouquet-inspired centerpiece!

tantawan bloom frosted branches
Photo Credit: Tantawan Bloom

Why We Love It: We love these frosted branches for a winter wedding!

candles and flowers centerpiece
Photo Credit: Mike Peyzner and Natasha Valik of Choco Studio

Why We Love It:  We love the combination of candles and peonies in this rustic centerpiece!

romantic decor
Photo Credit: Liz Banfield

Why We Love It: We love the romantic, elegant feel of this reception! 

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Photo Credit: Tantawan Bloom

Why We Love It: Snowflakes projected onto the walls add a whimsical winter touch.

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Photo Credit: Mel Barlow
Created By: Tantawan Bloom

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Photo Credit: Belle Momenti Photography

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Photo Credit: Amanda Marie Photography

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Photo Credit: Memoire Studio

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Photo Credit: Antonia Christianson Events

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Photo Credit: Melinda Le Photography

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Photo Credit: Tantawan Bloom

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Photo Credit: Bliss Events

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Photo Credit: Tantawan Bloom

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Photo Credit: Ashley Gillett Photography

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Photo Credit: Maria Angela Photography

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Photo Credit: Debra Gulbas Photography

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Photo Credit: Chi Photography of Charleston

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Photo Credit: Amanda Marie Photography

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Photo Credit: Becca Rillo Photography

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Photo Credit: Erin Johnson Photography

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Photo Credit: Muriel Silva Photography

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Photo Credit: Solar Photographers

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Photo Credit: Hailey Erickson Photography

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Photo Credit: Amanda Marie Photography

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Photo Credit: Gray Photography

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Photo by: Ashley Brockinton Photography on Every Last Detail via Lover.ly

red flower centerpiece with candles
Photo Credit: Rachel Pearlman Photography

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Photo Credit: Eye Wander Photo

white flower centerpiece
Photo by: Captured Photography By Jenny on Every Last Detail via Lover.ly

 

 

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Photo by: Casey Connell on Every Last Detail via Lover.ly

branches with hanging flowers centerpiece
Photo Credit: Holi B Photography

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Photo Credit: Watson Studios

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Photo by: EXO Photography on EXO Photography via Lover.ly

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Photo Credit: Casey Fatchett Photography

candelabra and roses
Photo Credit: Carrie Wildes Photography

flowers and feathers
Photo Credit: The Bird & The Bear Photography

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Photo by: Justin DeMutiis on Grey Likes Weddings via Lover.ly 

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Photo Credit: A Magic Moment

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Photo Credit: Ashfall Mixed Media Inc

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Photo Credit: Dominique Attaway Photography

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Photo Credit: William Innes Photography

red rose centerpiece
Photo Credit: Pickerkill Creative

candle centerpiece
Photo Credit: Jean Smith Photography

red roses centerpiece
Photo Credit: Simone Martin Photography

orance flower centerpiece
Photo Credit: Simone and Martin Photography

multi-color flower centerpiece
Photo Credit: Stevie Ramos Photography

floral centerpiece
Photo Credit: Stevie Ramos Photography

purple floral centerpiece
Photo Credit: Onya Malay Photography

disney centerpiece
Photo Credit: Ari Simphoukham

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Photo Credit: Mel Barlow/Created by: David Tutera

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Photo Credit: Bruce Plotkin/Created by: David Tutera

tall centerpiece
Photo Credit: Mel Barlow/Created by: David Tutera

modern centerpiece
Photo Credit: Bruce Plotkin/Created by: David Tutera

candle centerpiece
Photo Credit: Regeti's Photography

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