There are many reasons that a couple might want a wedding without flowers- allergies, flower availability (or lack thereof), budget, or they may just not like flowers.  I decided to find some creative options to still have a fun personalized day, just without the floral element.

Impactful lighting can really make a difference in a wedding, and can be used as decor with or without flowers.  I loved how this display brought your eye up, but also created a beautiful canopy over the tables.

Fabric is another wonderful way to add drama to your event on a lower budget.  As you can see above, three pieces of fabric hung in a simple way add such an impact to this ceremony background.

Terrariums have been very popular in the blogging world lately, so I loved this beautiful decoration idea.  You could easily rent terrariums from a local rental shop, and then put a few tea light candles in each, which is extremely inexpensive.

If you love the floral look, but can’t have actual flowers due to allergies, another option is paper flowers.  I love these oversized paper flowers used in this wedding.  While these can cost a pretty penny, they make a huge impact in terms of decor.

When I saw the company EcoFlower on the TV show Shark Tank, I was so taken with the way that they use wood to make flowers that look so real.  They also come with different scents, so if you wanted your whole wedding smelling like cinnamon for some reason, that would be an option.

I love this wreath boutonniere featured on Style Me Pretty.  It would be perfect for any season, but I particularly like it for a winter or spring wedding.  I like that it is still masculine, since many other boutonnieres are not.

This golf tee boutonniere is such a fun way to incorporate the groom’s hobby into the wedding.  This would be something easy to make on your own, which could also save money.

I love this option of parasols instead of bouquets for a sunny wedding.  This could also be flipped for a rainy wedding to be clear umbrellas to protect the bridesmaids (or groomsmen) from the rain.

This wheat bouquet is one of the coolest bouquets that I have ever seen.  It is tailor made for a fall wedding, and would really be different than anything that most guests have seen.  I’m all about unique options, and this would definitely be unique.

As with the wheat bouquet above, this pinecone bouquet is perfect for a fall wedding, but this one could also work for a winter wedding as well.  Again, this is something that could easily be made on your own, even with pinecones from your backyard!

The drama of having candles as “bouquets” is so fantastic.  I could see this in a formal church wedding, or even in a nighttime woodsy wedding.  These would be so beautiful.

This golden display is perfect for a fall wedding, from the pumpkins and the pinecones to the burlap and the wooden chargers.  This could easily be put together for a wedding, but could also be a centerpiece for a beautiful Thanksgiving table.

These domes remind me of fairies or fireflies caught in a jar, and would be magical for an evening wedding as a centerpiece.  They would provide their own glow to the table, in addition to any other lighting at the event.

For bookworms, this centerpiece would be a perfect addition to a wedding table.  There is something romantic about well used books serving as centerpieces for a beautiful day.

I am obsessed with this wooden centerpiece for any wedding.  I love that the couple’s initials are carved into the piece of wood, and I particularly like the moss that adds an earthy vibe to the table.

Personally, if I were to go with a centerpiece without flowers, this is what I would choose.  I love how romantic candles can make a venue feel, and I think that if you have enough of them, they can be all of the decorations that you need.

If you’re married, did you have flowers at your wedding?  Have you ever considered throwing something as floral-centric as a wedding without any flowers at all?  I’d love to hear your comments!

Party on!