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7 Creative Seating Ideas for Ceremony & Reception

7 Creative Seating Ideas for Your Ceremony & Reception

We are so excited to see couples mixing up their Fall 2020 & 2021 wedding ceremonies and receptions to include some pretty spectacular and creative decor ideas. And when we say decor we don’t just mean flowers and color palettes. We are seeing couples creating wedding experiences that incorporate their personalities and unique spice for life. Everything from non-traditional bridal parties, to unique seating arrangements. Hold onto your hats, we’re going to blow your mind with these 7 creative seating ideas for your ceremony & reception.

Seating at your wedding may seem like a small detail but when you really think about it, it actually is quite important. After all, most of your guests will spend the majority of your wedding seating. Unless they are dancing fanatics their butts will be planted on a seat for most of your event. This is why it is so important that you choose wedding seating that is not only comfortable and creative.

2021 Wedding Trends – Unique Seating Arrangements

Forget about the traditional chair here are some totally unique seating ideas for your wedding. We think you’re going to LOVE them!

Plush & Cozy Ottomans

Find the perfect ottoman to fit your 2021 wedding theme and create individual seating arrangements. This idea works wonderfully to fill a large outdoor wedding space. Ottomans as individual seating areas also help you adhere to social distancing requirements. And we think they look amazing in photographs. Who wants their wedding ceremony photos to look like everyone else’s anyway?

Bales of Hay

This unique seating idea has been around for a while, especially at rustic weddings. But now we are seeing couples incorporate these rustic decor ideas in other wedding venues. Bales of hay for wedding seating work perfectly in any outdoor setting. Just make sure to drape the top of them with linen or cozy plaid blanket so the hay isn’t too scratchy.

Reclaimed Pews

We love this idea! It is one of our favorite wedding seating arrangements ever. If you want your wedding to be an “experience” for your guests, using reclaimed pews as your seating is the way to go. Your guests will immediately be WOWed when they see your original and creative seating idea, and again these will look amazing in photos!

Non-Traditional Ceremony Seating Arrangements You’ll LOVE

Posh Poufs

For a modern and fresh and super unexpected seating arrangement use a traditional Moroccan pouf. They will add a lovely pop of color to your ceremony and look ultra-glam. Your guests will be talking about this unique wedding seating idea for months.

Sofas Outside

A sofa is super comfy in any setting but when you move them outdoors and create individual seating areas it is a WOW experience. Sofas allow you to design conversation areas by arranging the sofas with tables. A completely unique idea for wedding seating and a romantic lounge feel. For more 2020 and 2021 wedding inspiration follow us on Pinterest.

Floor Pillows

Mix in some low tables with oversized floor pillows to create a posh experience. But remember, everyone won’t want to sit on the floor so make sure you have regular seating available as well.

Shake Things Up With Creative Seating Ideas for Ceremony

Round Seating Arrangement

When it comes to mixing things up at your wedding and incorporating unique decor elements it’s not just about what you sit on. You can create an unbelievable wedding experience with how you arrange your chairs. Why not set up your wedding chairs in a circle and say your “I Do’s” in the middle?

We love that weddings are becoming more of an experience and less and less traditional every day. What are some unexpected and unique ideas that you incorporated into your wedding day?

For great ideas for your wedding album check out the 2021 wedding photography trends.