3 decor ideas for your castle wedding

If you’re dreaming of a fairytale wedding teeming with romance, grandeur and timeless elegance, a castle is the perfect setting. With centuries of history within their walls, castles offer a naturally stunning backdrop for your special day. But to truly transform your venue into a magical place, careful attention to decor is essential.

Here, we run through some beautiful decor ideas that will help to envelop your castle wedding with an enchanting atmosphere that you and your guests will never forget.

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1. Play to the strengths of your castle

Wedding planning is no small task, and with so many things to do, you’ll want to shorten the list wherever possible. Luckily, choosing a castle means that you can make use of incredible architecture and historical elements to help set the scene for your day. From the stone walls to the high ceilings, grand staircases and chandeliers, the features of your venue already have a regal presence. Choosing decor to complement these elements, rather than overpower them, is key.

Soft lighting is synonymous with a romantic aesthetic, and castles are simply stunning when illuminated by candles. Draping soft fabrics such as chiffon across doorways and windows can help to soften and warm the stone walls, while incorporating delicate florals will enhance the castle’s natural splendour without taking away from its inherent beauty.

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2. Fairytale flowers

Castles are typically whimsical and charming, so it can be fun to let your floral arrangements reflect this aesthetic. With plenty of space, you can use large, cascading trails of roses, peonies and wisteria to create a dreamy, fairytale-esque atmosphere. Consider more dramatic installations for the ceremonial arch, on your banquet tables, or around the fireplaces to really bring the castle to life.

Greenery such as ivy and vines create an organic, overgrown effect when used around doorways, bannisters and stone walls, adding a sense of magic and a real storybook feeling. Draw inspiration from your favourite romantic movies and books to help recreate a scene that will wisp you and your guests to a faraway land of ancient romance.

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3. Regal colour palette

With such iconic heritage, it makes sense to draw on the colour palettes of the kings and queens of the past to recreate your own luxurious wedding. Shades of deep red and burgundy, emerald green and rich golds and silvers add a royal touch to your day, or opt for softer shades of pastel pinks, lavender tones and dusty blues for a more romantic approach.

Sumptuous fabrics such as velvet, silk and satin work wonderfully as tablecloths or chair sashes in a castle setting, or for a more mediaeval theme, look to incorporate rich jewel tones of sapphire or ruby with dark woods and bronze accents. You could even consider using parchment scrolls instead of modern menu cards, or drinking from goblets in place of wine glasses, to further transport your guests back in time.

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Make it your own

A castle wedding is the epitome of romance, combining historical charm with modern-day elegance. By embracing the grandeur of your venue and adding personalised touches, you can easily create a day as unique and touching as your love story itself.

Article written by Emma Walton.