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25 Charming Ways To Get Nautical At Your Wedding

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If there's one wedding trend that's making waves, it's the nautical style -- think seaside charm and Cape Cod summers. It's easy to get carried away with sailor's delight and go overboard, but nailing the nautical vibe can be done tastefully. With sailor stripes, rope accents, and maritime motifs, tying the knot will take on a whole new meaning!

25 Ways To Get Nautical At Your Wedding

Altar(01 of25)

A stately captain’s wheel hangs from a driftwood structure adorned with blush blooms, bringing romance to the sea.

Photo Credit: Ashley Keleman Photography

Invitations(02 of25)

Set the nautical theme for your wedding with your invitations. Pastel blue watercolors mimic the movements of the sea, while anchor and compass symbols nod to the sailor life.

Photo Credit: B. Jones Photography

Chair Backs(03 of25)

Blue and white striped fabric brings an understated elegance to ceremony chairs.

Photo Credit: Heather Kincaid

Aisle Markers(04 of25)

Rope, navy ribbon and a lantern — you’ve got yourself a nautically beautiful aisle marker.

Photo Credit: Abby Jiu

Nautical Signs(05 of25)

A seafaring symbol such as an anchor helps tie in a nautical theme throughout the wedding, especially when it’s paired with another style, seen in this glamorous sequin tablecloth.

Photo Credit: Natalie Franke Photography

Escort Cards(06 of25)

Elegant calligraphy on simple planks of driftwood makes for simple but sophisticated escort cards.

Photo Credit: Brooke Boling

Seating Arrangements(07 of25)

Colorful life preservers playfully let guests know where they’ll be dining. Suspend them from a shimmering fabric for a stand-out display.

Photo Credit: Taryn Kent

Cocktail Tables(08 of25)

A vase wrapped in thick twine and a classic navy striped tablecloth makes cocktail tables coastal chic.

Photo Credit: Brian Tropiano

Dinner Menu(09 of25)

Display the night’s fare on a pair of oars to create a bit of waterfront charm.

Photo Credit: Chelsey Boatwright Photography

Centerpiece(10 of25)

Netting, driftwood and candles gracefully come together to create a natural centerpiece that evokes a sense of the sea.

Photo Credit: Carina Skrobecki

Table Setting(11 of25)

Crisp and classy, this fresh tablescape of blue hues and patterns creates an elegant but carefree feel similar to that of the ocean.

Photo Credit: Pahountis Photography

Table Numbers(12 of25)

A sailor’s knot adds a nautical touch to your table numbers.

Photo Credit: Myrtle & Marjoram

Napkins(13 of25)

These linen napkins are shipwreck-fancy. They have an intricate drawing that brings the sea to life at the table.

Photo Credit: Sarah Der Photography

Rope Accents(14 of25)

Get creative with rope to add a mariner’s touch to your décor. Coil it up in jars or wrap it around glasses for a stylish look.

Photo Credit: The Hursts & Co.

Reception Tables(15 of25)

The classic details of sailor stripes are more than versatile. Paired with geometric vases, a centerpiece of blooms and buoys, and netting draped over chairs, this reception table has a modern take on nautical.

Photo Credit: Henry Photography

Hashtag(16 of25)

Sail off into the sunset with a nautically creative wedding hashtag.

Photo Credit: ShoreShotz Weddings

Lawn Games(17 of25)

Stamp your bean bag toss with a sailor’s approval to bring the fun to the yard.

Photo Credit: Abby Jiu

Guest Book(18 of25)

Instead of a guest book, have your guests write their well-wishes on a pair of buoys for a touch that’s reminiscent of the summer, sand and sea.

Photo Credit: Julia Wade Photography

Sweetheart Chairs(19 of25)

Life preservers adorn sweetheart chairs for a bit of nautical whimsy.

Photo Credit: Genevieve McKeiver Photography

Bar Signs(20 of25)

We love punny signs like this one! A vintage frame complements the classic literature associated with shipwrecks.

Photo Credit: Arielle Doneson Photography

Cookies(21 of25)

Sugary confections are made that much sweeter with delicate frosting designs. An anchor, compass and captain’s wheel give an ode to the sea.

Photo Credit: B. Jones Photography

Cake Display(22 of25)

A classic three-tiered silky, white cake rimmed with pearls and adorned with a navy anchor is displayed in a weather-worn miniature boat for a rustic twist on the nautical look.

Photo Credit: Rodeo & Co. Photography

Floor Décor(23 of25)

This dance floor rocks an oversize maritime compass decal to navigate guests as they tear it up on the dancefloor.

Photo Credit: KT Merry

Gift Box(24 of25)

A lobster trap doubles as an inventive box for guests to drop in their cards.

Photo Credit: Love and Light Photographs

Favors(25 of25)

Miniature bottles of champagne decked in preppy stripes and a dash of pink make for the perfect wedding favors your guests will actually want to take home.

Photo Credit: Liz and Ryan

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