No matter the size of your wedding budget, there's something so indulgent about browsing photos of the most luxurious weddings. It's why we love scoping out pictures from celebrity weddings and seeing the amazing details that transformed their celebrations from ordinary to extraordinary. And even if the most elaborate décor elements can't easily be replicated on a normal-person budget, they can spark an idea that is possible. Here, get inspired by some of the most over-the-top ideas we've ever seen.
Over-The-Top Wedding Ideas
Ceremony Ideas(01 of50)
With romantic flowers everywhere you look, walking down this aisle will feel like walking into a fairy tale.Related: 50 Ideas for a Classic Fairy Tale WeddingPhoto Credit: John Solano
Ceremony Ideas(02 of50)
A dramatic, oversized floral display transforms a plain ceremony tent into an enchanted garden.Related: Transform Your Wedding Into an Enchanted GardenPhoto Credit: Hazelnut Photography
Ceremony Ideas(03 of50)
Wrought-iron gates covered in flowers and a bold, winding aisle set the tone for a romantic wedding celebration.Related: 100 Beautiful Outdoor Wedding CeremoniesPhoto Credit: Colin Miller
Ceremony Ideas(04 of50)
Blue uplighting and towering trees come together to create the perfect look for a winter wedding ceremony.Related: 100 Ideas for Winter WeddingsPhoto Credit: John Labbe / Event Designer: Preston Bailey
Ceremony Ideas(05 of50)
Walk on water during your ceremony with a temporary stage over your venue's pool.Related: 50 Wedding Ideas You've Never Seen BeforePhoto Credit: Dreamtime Images
Ceremony Ideas(06 of50)
Getting married in the fall? Bring the gorgeous colors of the season indoors with autumnal trees lining your aisle. Related: 100 Ideas for Fall WeddingsPhoto Credit: John Labbe / Event Designer: Preston Bailey
Ceremony Ideas(07 of50)
A cherry blossom backdrop is made even more romantic with orchids cascading from the trees.Related: 50 Fairy Tale Floral ArrangementsPhoto Credit: Brian Dorsey Studios / Created by Tantawan Bloom
Ceremony Ideas(08 of50)
Make your wedding feel like a winter wonderland with white-painted branches lining your aisle and romantic candles illuminating the way.Related: 20 Spectacular Decorations for a Winter WeddingPhoto Credit: Studio ATG
Ceremony Ideas(09 of50)
Transform an indoor space into a botanical garden with ivy-covered walls, flowers hanging from the ceiling, and potted plants lining the aisle.Related: 20 Eye-Catching Ideas for Your Ceremony BackdropPhoto Credit: Nathaniel Wardc
Ceremony Ideas(10 of50)
Celebrate your storybook romance with a fairy tale backdrop.Related: Happily Ever After: A Fairy Tale WeddingPhoto Credit: Jessie Holloway
Ceremony Ideas(11 of50)
As you share your first kiss as a married couple, shower your guests with thousands of flower petals blown out of cannons!Related: 10 Meaningful Touches for Your Wedding CeremonyPhoto Credit: Heather Kincaid
Ceremony Ideas(12 of50)
A luxury wedding leaves no area undecorated — including the walkway leading to your ceremony location!Related: It's All in the Details: 40 Inspiring IdeasPhoto Credit: Andrea Polito Photography
Ceremony Ideas(13 of50)
Make it "snow" during your recessional!Related: 5 Things You Can Only Do at a Winter WeddingPhoto Credit: Theilen Photography
Ceremony Ideas(14 of50)
This couple celebrated their nuptials with a few million of their nearest and dearest... in the middle of Times Square on New Year's Eve.Related: The Dos and Don'ts of Holiday WeddingsPhoto Credit: Sarah Zimmer Photography
Ceremony Ideas(15 of50)
It's your fantasy wedding; why not walk down the aisle with a unicorn?!Related: What to Consider Before Including Your Pet in the WeddingPhoto Credit: Rich Lander of Chard Photography
Reception Décor(16 of50)
Dramatic centerpieces combine with the purple uplighting transform this reception space into a winter wonderland.Related: 125+ Ideas for a Purple Wedding Color PalettePhoto Credit: Dreammakers Weddings & Events
Reception Décor(17 of50)
Fabric draping and creative lighting transform this ballroom from ordinary to extraordinary.Related: 25 Ways to Transform Your Wedding With LightingPhoto Credit: Mark Hawkins Photography
Reception Décor(18 of50)
Give a warehouse a garden vibe with plenty of greenery.Related: 25+ of the Most Unique Wedding Themes We've Ever SeenPhoto Credit: The Metropolitan Gallery of Photography
Reception Décor(19 of50)
Give your reception touch of Harry Potter magic with floating candles reminiscent of Hogwarts' Great Hall.Related: This Harry Potter-Inspired Wedding Will Make You Believe in MagicPhoto Credit: SO Photography
Reception Décor(20 of50)
Transform a tent into an enchanted garden with grassy walls and ivy-covered chandeliers.Related: How to Bring the Outside In at Your WeddingPhoto Credit: White Lilac Inc.
Reception Décor(21 of50)
Overhead décor, like chandeliers and dangling orchids, make long reception tables look even more elegant.Related: What to Consider Before Planning an Outdoor WeddingPhoto Credit: Aaron Delesie
Reception Décor(22 of50)
Dress up the space above your tables with mix-and-match lanterns and abundant greenery.Related: 130+ Spectacular Wedding Decoration IdeasPhoto Credit: Amy Doyle
Reception Décor(23 of50)
Multi-dimensional centerpieces, creating uplighting, and fabric draping create a modern, elegant feel.Related: 50 Ideas for a Modern WeddingPhoto Credit: Roey Yohai / Event Designer: Tantawan Bloom
Reception Décor(24 of50)
An oversized floral display provides the perfect focal point for your reception room.Related: The Prettiest Wedding Dance Floors We've Ever SeenPhoto Credt: Axioo Photography
Reception Décor(25 of50)
Use your engagement photos to create a one-of-a-kind backdrop that'll make you feel like a celebrity.Related: 7 Unique Ways to Use Your Engagement PhotosPhoto Credit: Braja Mandala
Reception Décor(26 of50)
You don't need an overabundance of flowers to make a bold impression; focus your attention on a single over-the-top piece, like this tree draped with ribbons and crystals.Related: Beyond Flowers: 50 Unique Ideas for Your CenterpiecesPhoto Credit: John Labbe / Event Designer: Preston Bailey
Reception Décor(27 of50)
All eyes will really be on you with this sweetheart table.Related: 25 Pretty Head Table Ideas: From Big Traditional to Intimate SweetheartPhoto Credit: Rhee Bevere
Reception Décor(28 of50)
It's all about the first impression — dress up your reception entrance with luxe flowers, fabric draping and, of course, a chandelier.Related: 150+ Ways to Make Your Wedding UnforgettablePhoto Credit: Carla Ten Eyck
First Dance Ideas(29 of50)
Make it snow during your first dance!Related: 40 Winter Wedding Gowns You'll LovePhoto Credit: Dinofa Photography
First Dance Ideas(30 of50)
Create an ethereal atmosphere with a fog machine.Related: 15 Ways to Make Your First Dance More MemorablePhoto Credit: Micah J Photography
Lighting(31 of50)
Getting married in a tent? Use creating lighting to project an image onto the outside.Related: 25 Ways to Transform Your Wedding With LightingPhoto Credit: John Labbe / Event Designer: Preston Bailey
Lighting(32 of50)
Look closely — this dance floor is completely covered in flowers beneath glass! And flowers projected onto the walls are the icing on the cake at this opulent reception.Related: Stunning Ballroom WeddingsPhoto Credit: John Labbe / Event Designer: Preston Bailey
Lighting(33 of50)
Project an image onto your dance floor for a truly magical effect.Related: Song Ideas for Every Part of Your Wedding DayPhoto Credit: Beyond
Lighting(34 of50)
Perfect for an outdoor wedding, reflect the night sky with a ceiling made entirely of twinkling lights.Related: 20 Tips for Throwing an Outdoor WeddingPhoto Credit: John Labbe / Event Designer: Preston Bailey
Lighting(35 of50)
Rustic mini chandeliers covered in ivy provide a lovely contrast to the sleek, modern reception tables.Related: 75 Ideas for a Rustic WeddingPhoto Credit: Adagion Studio via Tantawan Bloom
Lighting(36 of50)
Illuminate your reception with a "tent" made entirely out of string lights.Related: Take Cover: 15 Gorgeous Wedding TentsPhoto Credit: Jerry Hayes Photography
Escort Cards(37 of50)
Guests won't be able to stop talking about this incredible escort card tree.Related: 35 Cool Ways to Display Your Escort CardsPhoto Credit: M Bénédicte Verley / Created by Tantawan Bloom
Centerpieces(38 of50)
With an all-white color palette, these over-the-top centerpieces exude a luxurious vibe.Related: 75+ Gorgeous Tall CenterpiecesPhoto Credit: M Bénédicte Verley / Created by Tantawan Bloom
Centerpieces(39 of50)
Winding orchid branches create an eye-catching centerpiece.Related: 25+ Impressive Non-Traditional CenterpiecesPhoto courtesy of Tantawan Bloom
Centerpieces(40 of50)
Touches of gold and crystal, combined with purple uplighting, make these all-white centerpieces anything but boring.Related: Stunning White Wedding Décor IdeasPhoto Credit: John Labbe / Event Designer: Preston Bailey
Centerpieces(41 of50)
Autumnal hues and romantic candlelight create the perfect atmosphere for this fall wedding.Related: 100 Ideas for Fall WeddingsPhoto Credit: Zasil Studios
Centerpieces(42 of50)
Set the tone for a winter wedding with crystal strands reminiscent of icicles.Related: 50 Impressive Non-Floral CenterpiecesPhoto Credit: John Labbe / Event Designer: Preston Bailey
Centerpieces(43 of50)
Orchids cascading from a centerpiece raised above the table creates such a romantic vibe.Related: 50 Ingenious Ideas for Your Wedding ReceptionPhoto Credit: Brian Dorsey Studios / Created by Tantawan Bloom
Centerpieces(44 of50)
Add even more glamour to a candelabra centerpiece with roses twisting around it.Related: 50 Ideas for a Vintage-Inspired WeddingPhoto Credit: Bob & Dawn Davis Photography
Cakes(45 of50)
Flowers spurting out of every tier take this classic all-white cake to the next level.Related: 101 Amazing Wedding CakesPhoto Credit: John Labbe
Cakes(46 of50)
Give your cake its own "room" with a gorgeous arch overhead.Related: 25 Creative Ways to Show Off Your Wedding CakePhoto Credit: The Metropolitan Gallery of Photography
Sendoffs(47 of50)
Depart from your wedding in a hot air balloon!Related: Arrive in Style: 25 Wedding Transportation IdeasPhoto Credit: Liz Cowie Photography
Sendoffs(48 of50)
With sparks flying in every direction, this incredible photo op is a moment you'll never forget.Related: The Best Wedding Photos of the YearPhoto Credit: Nathan Desch Photography
Sendoffs(49 of50)
Fireworks are always a perfect way to end the night.Related: 25 Ways to Wow Your GuestsPhoto courtesy of Munaluchi Bridal via Lover.ly
Sendoffs(50 of50)
Light up the night sky with a lantern release.Related: 75 New Must-Have Photos with Your GroomPhoto Credit: Beyond the Darkroom Photography
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