Whimsical Wedding Ideas
As a whimsical wedding photographer based in New Jersey, I understand the importance of creating a magical and memorable celebration for your special day. To help you bring your fairytale wedding to life, I have curated an inspiring list of ideas that will not only elevate your wedding’s style but also deeply connect with your personal vision and imagination.
In this collection, you will find suggestions from unique decoration ideas to personalized wedding ideas and creative photo opportunities. Each link directs you to trusted sources where you can purchase items or explore further.
Take a moment to browse through these ideas and let your creativity flow.
Happy wedding planning!
Photo backdrop made of books
This requires someone who is into DIY or hiring a decorator to create one for you. Don’t hesitate to ask your florist or planner for help if you can’t find the time or energy to make it yourself.
Butterfly lamps
These lamps can be hung or placed on a stand. They are sold as a set of two, and a great way to enhance their appearance at your whimsical wedding is by decorating them with florals. Personally, I had these butterfly LED lamps installed on my wedding day. One was hung from the ceiling behind our sweetheart table, while the other was placed near the seating chart mirror. You can purchase them on Temu and Amazon. I suggest the warm color light as it’s easier on the eyes, while the white ones can be a bit too bright.
Calligrapher
There are many talented calligraphy artists available, and sometimes your invitation stationery vendor can help with this. If that’s not an option, here are some of the best calligraphy artists I have come across. I encourage you to check them out for creating name cards, signs, or addressed envelopes in their specialty. The photo inspiration below is by G.C. Lettering but I also suggest these artists:
Candelabaras
No better way to decorate your whimsical wedding than with flowers wrapped around candelabras.
Ornate vintage picture frames
You can collect different sizes from 4 x6, 5 x 6, 8 x 10, 8.5 x 11 inches to hold photographs or printed signs to display around your wedding reception and cocktail hour space to add to your whimsical wedding design. Shop Amazon for whimsical wedding frames to display signs.
Storybook seating chart
This is a custom oversized seating chart made by one of New Jersey’s top florists. It’s a fairytale seating chart that fit over 200 guests and set the tone of this whimsical wedding.
Iron gates
Capture a moment in front of a stunningly ornate iron gate, and watch as your wedding photos transform into a romantic fairytale, evoking the essence of a happily ever after. The intricate details of the gate frame your love story perfectly, adding an enchanting backdrop that will make every image feel like a scene from a dreamy romance.
Use fairytale wedding phrases
Your wedding website, invitations, save-the-date cards, and decor can beautifully showcase charming fairytale phrases, setting the perfect whimsical tone and inspiring magic for your special day!
List of phrases to use for your whimsical wedding:
- Happily ever after
- …and they lived happily ever after
- Welcome to our happily ever after
- Once upon a time
- A dream is a wish your heart makes
- When you wish upon a star
- Chapter (table number)
- Be our guests
- “Any day spent with you is my favorite day” – Winnie the Pooh
- Fairytale
- Mirror, mirror on the wall, who’s the fairest of them all? (bathroom or photobooth sign)
- Bottoms Up! (bar sign with Up! movie graphic)
- Quotes from your favorite storybook and crediting the book title
- Wishes do come true!
- Dreams do come true!
Ask your photographer for a night photo
As your New Jersey wedding photographer, I am dedicated to creating a magical fine art portrait of you on your wedding night. Typically scheduled during the reception, when the sun has set, this experience takes just 10 minutes away from dancing to capture a moment so magical that you’ll cherish it for a lifetime. Inspired by the artistry of Disney favorites like Thomas Kinkade, these portraits evoke a sense of wonder and joy. Explore the enchanting wedding photos I’ve crafted for my couples, and let your own magical moment unfold when you inquire about my whimsical wedding photography services.
Shop Amazon Finds: Fairytale Wedding
This is a curated shopping decoration list for your whimsical wedding theme. May it inspire you and bring you joy as you make your dreams come true.
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