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30 Best Fall Wedding Ideas for the Ultimate Autumn Celebration

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Every bride will want to say "I do" to all of these pretty ideas. 🍂🎃

By Rebecca Norris

Jul 8, 2021

Carol Oliva Photography

As summer flies by before our eyes, couples everywhere are looking to months ahead and all the possibilities for a fall wedding. Where some brides and grooms are putting the finishing touches on an autumn celebration in 2021, others are just beginning to plan for next year's big day. Whatever the case may be, the promise of what's to come is making folks go starry-eyed. (Or should we say leafy-eyed?! 😂) If that sounds all too familiar, you may be searching high and low for fall wedding ideas to make your autumn nuptials a night to remember.

As always, we’re here to help. After all, there's nothing better than a festive bash, and nothing worth celebrating more than love. Whether you’re eying a bohemian ensemble or a classic theme, hoping for something more whimsical and romantic or retro and bold, you’ll find more than two dozen fall wedding ideas ahead. The best part? So many of them are so easy to recreate. Grab a glass of bubbly and click through to uncover a variety of fall wedding décor ideas, with everything from DIY wedding favors to autumnal ceremony decorations to stunning wedding centerpieces.

Prepare to fall in love!

Marley Felicia Photography

Retro Invitations

Hoping to send out something a bit more colorful than traditional wedding invitations? These cheerful retro invites will serve as great inspo.

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Lukas Korynta

Clear Welcome Sign

We love a good welcome sign—and this one is proof that it doesn't have to be opaque to make a statement.

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SHOP BLACK EASELS

Something Turquoise

Hot Chocolate Favors

While miniature bubbles might make for a cute exit, they’ll likely get tossed aside as soon as the wedding is over. Hot chocolate wedding guest favors, however, are sure to be put to good use this fall.

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SimplyDIYPaperie

Rust Wedding Invitation

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Talk about an all-encompassing invitation! These front-and-back, autumn-inspired invites will make it easy for your guests to keep track of all the day's events.

Sam Sparks

Mercury Glassware

We can’t stop swooning over these mercury wine glasses. Paired with towering candlesticks, it’s one dreamy fall wedding tablescape we won’t soon forget—and, if you recreate it, your guests won’t either.

See more at Green Wedding Shoes.

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Lukas Korynta

Moody Floral Altar

How gorgeous is this moody floral altar? We love how it’s overflowing with flowers and greenery while still showing off the wrought-iron structure.

See more at Junebug Weddings.

SHOP ORNATE RUGS

Something Turquoise

Modern Hoop Seating Chart

Rather than making your wedding guests search for a tiny place card among a sea of dozens, consider recreating this simple seating chart. In addition to being easier to see, it will add an extra stylish touch to your fall wedding décor.

See more at Something Turquoise.

SHOP MACRAME HOOPS

A Beautiful Mess

Cow Skull Guest Book

While this guest book idea may not be for the faint of heart, it’s most definitely a fall wedding idea that will turn heads. Best of all, you can hang it on the wall when all is said and done.

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SHOP SILVER SHARPIES

Aurelia Baca

Velvet Backdrop

How dreamy is this oatmeal-colored velvet backdrop? It feels warm and ethereal—and perfect for fall.

See more at Green Wedding Shoes.

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PenelopesPaperPantry

Fall Mountain Wedding Invitation

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Whether you're having your wedding in the mountains or you wish you were, these fall foliage invitations are sure to grab your guests' attention.

Marley Felicia Photography

Record Keepsake

We love the idea of creating a unique keepsake from the day of your wedding. Whether you use it for the photo booth or as a guest book alternative, this vinyl idea is too creative to pass up.

See more at Green Wedding Shoes.

SHOP RECORDS

Something Turquoise

Bouquet Bar

Here’s another non-traditional wedding guest favor idea. Rather than handing out knick-knacks or treats, why not create your very own bouquet bar to spread the floral joy around?

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SHOP TIN FLOWER VASES

PenelopesPaperPantry

Romantic Fall Wedding Invitations

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These gorgeous invitations remind us of all the best things about fall: crunchy leaves, warm amber lights, and a whole lot of love.

Carol Oliva Photography

Fall Ombre Bouquet

For a statement-making fall bouquet, consider stuffing your arrangement with not only roses, but multi-colored eucalyptus, too.

See more at Green Wedding Shoes.

SHOP CREAM RIBBON

Machelle Vanderhoeven/A Joyful Riot

Autumn Leaf Balloons

Put all your raked leaves to good use by creating your very own autumn-inspired geronimo balloons. With this tutorial, the process will be a lot easier than you might think.

See more at A Joyful Riot.

SHOP WHITE BALLOONS

PaperStudioByC

Rustic Wedding Invitations

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These neutral-colored invitations are great for rustic fall weddings. And, since the "We Do" strap holds everything together, your guests will be unlikely to lose any pertinent wedding info.

Sam Sparks

Cottagecore

Cottagecore is incredibly popular on TikTok and Instagram. When it comes to fall weddings, there’s no better time to flaunt the trendy yet old-fashioned style.

See more at Green Wedding Shoes.

SHOP DOILIES

Aurelia Baca

Minimalist Invitations

How pretty are these minimalist invitations? We love how, despite the fine lines and neutral colors, the envelopes that everything is housed in comes adorned with the most stunning calligraphy.

See More at Green Wedding Shoes.

SHOP CREAM ENVELOPES

Carol Oliva Photography

Sunset Tones

Not sure which color palette to go with? For autumn, you can’t go wrong with sunset, pumpkin hues.

See more at Green Wedding Shoes.

SHOP ACRYLIC CHAIRS

Aurelia Baca

Modern Cake

A cake embellished with wood-like accents? How unique! We love how it adds a bit of masculine balance to an otherwise feminine silhouette.

See more at Green Wedding Shoes.

SHOP CAKE STANDS

Marley Felicia Photography

Neon Sign Accent

Neon signs are having a major moment—especially at weddings! Just scroll through Instagram and Pinterest if you don’t believe us.

See more at Green Wedding Shoes.

SHOP NEON SIGNS

Carol Oliva Photography

Veil Alternative

How stunning is this sunburst headpiece? One thing’s for sure: Eyes will be even more glued to the bride with an accessory like this.

See more at Green Wedding Shoes.

SHOP SUNBURST HALO CROWN

Sam Sparks

Ornate Rug Altar

Whether you have an indoor or outdoor wedding, switching things up with an ornate rug at the altar can make for a breathtaking photo op.

See more at Green Wedding Shoes.

SHOP RUGS

Sarah Kate Photo

Fall Flower Arch

We love a good flower arch and this autumn-inspired one is no exception. Of course, you could customize the blooms to your color palette if you choose to add it to your big day.

See more at Green Wedding Shoes.

SHOP WEDDING ARCH

Carol Oliva Photography

Leather Accents

Hoping to create a bit more balance with your invitations? Adding leather and marigold accents is a nice touch.

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MoonlightWeddings

Pumpkin Card Holders

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For adorable place cards that will tie your entire fall wedding together, consider adding these brushed gold pumpkins to your cart full of wedding decor.

Gina Paulson Photography

Pumpkin Tablescape

No roundup of fall wedding ideas would be complete without a tablescape littered with pumpkins. This picture proves why!

See more at Green Wedding Shoes.

SHOP ORANGE RIBBON

mustard wedding dress fall wedding ideas

Sam Sparks

An Unexpected Wedding Gown

Of course, not every bride wants to wear white. Here’s an example of how going for a different hue can look. Stunning, don’t you think?

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SHOP VELVET WEDDING DRESSES

burnt orange wedding altar fall wedding ideas

Jordan Jankun Photography

Burnt Orange Altar

This burnt orange and red floral arch just feels passionate, don’t you think?

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SHOP CIRCLE ARCHES

FunExpressShop

Foam Pumpkin Wedding Guest Book

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Last but not least, another fall wedding idea for your guest book. This cream-colored pumpkin is giving us magical Cinderella vibes. Plus, since it’s reusable, it will make for nostalgic holiday decorations each year.

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