Romantic Ways to Use Chandeliers In Your Wedding

When we generally talk about wedding details we talk about acrylic wedding cake inspirations, monogram invites, and eco-chic wedding flower ideas. But one of the most understated wedding details that tie up each and every small wedding detail is wedding lighting. It is true that wedding lighting does not get so much of the limelight in our wedding checklists, but no one can ignore that it is the most important wedding décor element at all kinds of wedding celebrations and events. If you thought that lighting in any kind of wedding event is only functional and not fun, then you need to change your perspective about the power of wedding lighting. Wedding lighting can make or break your event! From dimly lit bulbs and candles that set the tone for a winter wedding to the idea of glowing chandeliers evoking a warm radiance on everybody during fall nuptials, wedding lighting plays an important role in every aspect of our wedding celebration.

Whether we are talking about simple votives quietly radiating the wedding dessert table or we talk about over-the-top chandeliers, lighting your perfect wedding venue will keep the party going and make your wedding photos just right, even after the sun goes down or even during a chilly winter wedding with moody and overcast skies. So take a moment to set your priorities right and create an amazing wedding lighting plan so that your wedding glows just like you and your blushing cheeks! For instance, if you are a foodie bride who wants to spend a night under the stars, along with a slight wine-buzz and your sweetheart by your side, hanging string lights above the reception area can be an amazing idea, and for a dramatic couple, a spotlight in the greeting area would be simply enigmatic!

The options for wedding lighting décor are truly endless. But when we talk about statement-making wedding lighting, the first thing that crosses our mind is colossal sparkling chandeliers that shine like a disco ball made out of diamonds! Dressing up the ceiling with a statement chandelier can not only add light to the space but also elevate the moods of everyone who walks into the celebration. One of the most timeless wedding details that can be added and incorporated into a huge variety of spaces, wedding chandeliers can enhance your wedding décor and atmosphere more than any under wedding décor idea. 

Whether you are looking to add a huge chandelier as a centerpiece of your wedding décor or simply want to up your outdoor evening reception with petite chandeliers, there are many incredible chandelier wedding ideas that can be incorporated into a wedding regardless of its style and theme. Your wedding venue might already have a chandelier, as there are many wedding venues across the US that already feature statement-making chandeliers in their wedding event spaces. Incorporating chandelier-inspired wedding ideas can instantly enhance a space and make it gorgeous. In this article, we are going to talk about fabulous wedding chandelier ideas that can light up your big day like a dream!

Statement-making wedding chandelier ideas:

Make a statement with one chandelier 

Ready to make a statement with your wedding decoration choices? Dress up your wedding space with one life-size chandelier of your choice and hang it overhead so that it seems like the chandelier is simply floating in midair. One statement-making wedding chandelier can serve as the most integral part of the wedding design and you can work around your way to bind the existing wedding décor and architecture and envision your details likewise. A huge statement-making chandelier gives away a Greek wedding vibe and hanging it over the dance floor as the centerpiece of the entire reception space can be a great wedding lighting idea.

Floral chandelier installation 

Whether you can't get enough fresh blooms or chandeliers aren't your real thing, installing statement flower chandeliers can complement the overall venue's interior and transform it into a natural-looking paradise! You can also dress up your chandelier with lots of fresh flowers of your choice or surround it with frames of roses and greeneries for an unmissable spring effect. Natural floral chandeliers made out by combining lush florals and verdant greenery along with classic artificial floral chandeliers can become your own fairytale wedding aesthetic.

Showcase orbs as chandelier 

If you are not a fan of traditional big chandeliers, but you still like the idea of using them in your wedding décor, you can come up with a unique look by installing small orbs showcasing single buds and twinkling lights for a playful touch. Similarly, a collection of white paper lanterns and marquee lights from the ceiling is a great option to create an aesthetic mood without the use of a traditional chandelier. Including rustic wedding touches like rattan and woven detailed hanging light installations can not only add to your Bohemian aesthetics but also can be a great alternate lighting idea.

Wall chandeliers 

When we imagine chandeliers, we generally weave a picture of lighting installations that are suspended from above. But that doesn't mean that you can't use them in creative ways! A wall full of chandeliers can be a great addition to your wedding aesthetic regardless of your wedding style and can be a fabulous wedding photo booth idea that can elevate your wedding photography experience. You can spruce up the look by decorating the photo booth wall with rustic accents like pampas grass. It can enhance the boho vibe of a space or you can consider a major update by using pampas grass installations in the form of chandeliers to add plenty of texture to the wall. And likewise, this wedding lighting idea can be mixed and matched with different wedding aesthetics from wrought iron accents for an industrial chic wedding to floral furnishings for a fairytale aesthetic.

Beaded acrylic chandeliers with greenery accents 

Beaded acrylic crystal chandeliers with greenery accents can instantly create a huge statement with your wedding décor choices. You can beautifully pair a beaded acrylic chandelier with green wedding accents, as massive beaded chandeliers need just a small amount of fresh greenery as accessories to completely turn into a statement-making wedding décor piece. When you are hosting a wedding inside a tent, it can be a bit tricky to hang chandeliers and can be done only with a string or wire that is visible all across the reception area. The perfect fix to this is hiding it with plenty of greenery and adding a spring to the chandelier itself for an intentional and cohesive look. You can also have too many chandeliers hanging over your reception tables draped in fresh greenery and blooms. A grand display of lit-up crystal chandeliers and lush greenery can be a perfect touch to make a reception space more romantic and whimsical.

Wedding altar chandeliers 

Chandeliers are not just for the ceilings, as you can dress up your wedding altar with glowing chandeliers and transform your wedding into a magical wonderland! If you love the way chandeliers provide light and a bit of shimmer, why not play with them in different ways.  Whether you have a chuppah, an arch, or simple floral arrangements, this is a great way to give your "I dos" some pizazz. Chandeliers for wedding altars can be used as a backdrop, as an overhead installation, or even to dress up the wedding aisle.

Mixing and matching chandeliers 

If you cannot decide on just one type of chandelier you can create a unique ceremony and reception look by choosing plenty of cool chandelier options. You can bring out your creative side and showcase a number of shapes and textures to create the vibe you want for your wedding from being whimsical with teardrop chandeliers to raising the glam quotient by using wrought iron chandeliers for a gorgeous industrial-chic look. There are many mismatched wedding ideas when it comes to wedding lighting options. From a black chandelier used for creating drama and complement copper and gold tablescapes to a cluster of woven bamboo chandeliers of different shapes and sizes can be used to complement beachy wedding décor for a whimsical seaside affair.

Chandeliers with floral installations 

If you are hosting a farmhouse or barn-style wedding, then elevate the elegance level with the addition of flowers and fresh blooms to the statement-making lighting fixture. From a geometric-shaped gold chandelier to wrought iron industrial chandeliers, adding blooms can elevate the overall wedding look and give it a touch of magic and whimsy. Just like tall wedding chandeliers draped in lush flowers can look opulent, flower-draped chandeliers that are hung low and closer to the reception tables can save a lot in tablescape décor elements. You can skip the ideas for centerpieces and personalized napkins, as the aesthetic glow can be already enough to give it a magical feel without the need to incorporate more elements.

Antique and vintage themed chandeliers 

There is nothing more royal than vintage chandeliers with a subtle old-world touch. If shining crystal chandeliers feel too modern for you, seek out antique chandeliers that can fit right into your vintage wedding aesthetics. Vintage wedding chandeliers also look much better when draped with greenery and flowers because of their inherited royal look. If you want to blur the lines between traditional and modern you can go for a sleek black circle chandelier and decorate it with fresh greenery. Or Moroccan-inspired metal fixtures chandeliers for adding a touch of sparkle over your dance floor. Vintage wedding style can also have wrought iron halo chandeliers lit up with candles instead of light bulbs for an intimate event with old-world charm.

Outdoor chandelier installations

If you think that chandeliers are only indoor wedding lighting options, then you are completely wrong. If you are hosting an outdoor wedding event in a venue with trees, you can bring the inside out by setting up a few stately pieces of furniture on the lawn and suspending a cluster of chandeliers from the trees to make it feel more like home. If there are no trees in your outdoor wedding venue it can be trickier to install chandeliers outside, but you can still opt to run power from one side of the outdoor space to another and install the chandeliers hanging down. The best part of opting for this Alfresco wedding idea is that once the sun goes down, you'll be left with twinkling chandeliers suspended in the sky! A single chandelier is lovely, but grouping them together makes a major statement. 

We love chandeliers because they make a statement and serve as a part of the wedding décor to highlight other wedding decoration decisions that you have made. From anchoring a massive showpiece chandelier to anchoring a tent wedding setting to lighting up the dance floor with several small ones clustered together in a linear fashion, we love everything about chandelier wedding ideas and inspirations. From modern to vintage and everything in between, the stylish wedding light fixtures range drastically, meaning there's something for everyone and every type of celebration.

Light fixtures were traditionally used as a sign of wealth in old times. And chandeliers have been a sign of elegance and opulence since time immemorial. So it is no surprise that it is such an indispensable part of our big day décor. Chandelier wedding inspirations can work for every wedding style a couple might choose - from a laid-back and casual wedding event to an elegant and black-tie affair. For instance, a crystal classic chandelier is perfect for a glamorous wedding reception whereas a modern wrought iron chandelier can add stars to a moonless sky on a rustic wedding in the fall season. Regardless of what the light fixture looks like you have to decide where it will be used. Hence a wedding lighting expert or a look through Pinterest mood boards can be enough. 

Although the most common approach of using chandeliers in a wedding is to simply have them above the tables at the reception, modern couples are thinking out-of-the-box wedding ideas and using chandeliers in many big day details to make their wedding stand out. Chic chandelier wedding details can be the ultimate glamorous accent of your big day, as there are only a few glam accents that can be bigger than a gleaming chandelier. From rustic weddings to classic elegant weddings, chandeliers are perfect and romantic additions that bring a touch of vintage and party to the celebration. If you’re thinking about using chandeliers on your wedding day, be sure to check the above-mentioned gorgeous wedding lighting ideas and get inspired with your own one.