20 Eye-Catching Ideas For Your Wedding Ceremony Backdrop

Cassie Jones Photography

There are so many details that go into planning a wedding, it's easy to forget some crucial necessities — like a ceremony backdrop — for your big day. Luckily, our friends at Bridal Guide have compiled a collection of inspirational backdrops for you to consider at your wedding.

Adding a backdrop behind the spot where you'll exchange your vows helps draw all of your guests' eyes front and center. Here, get inspired by 20 of our favorite ideas.

01
Wintry Scene
Coburn Photography

Wintry Scene

Transform your wedding into a winter wonderland by projecting a wintry scene onto your backdrop.

02
World Map
Blue Daisy Weddings

World Map

Perfect for a pair of wanderlusters, dress up your ceremony space with a map, paper airplanes, and antique luggage.

03
Storybook
Jessie Holloway Photography

Storybook

Step into your own fairy tale with a storybook backdrop.

04
Sign
Laura Murray Photography

Sign

Spell out how you really feel about your wedding day!

05
Grass Wall
Wildflower Linens

Grass Wall

Transform a ballroom into an enchanted garden with a grass-covered wall.

06
Mantel
Carrie Wildes Photography

Mantel

Adorn a mantel with sweet photos and mementos from your relationship.

08
Lace and Crystals
Julie Irene Photography

Lace and Crystals

Strands of crystals accentuate the romantic vibe set by the lace curtains and delicate florals.

09
Doors
Light Source Photography

Doors

Drape a garland over a pair of vintage doors for a charming backdrop.

10
Paper Cranes
Kevin Kelley Photography

Paper Cranes

Add a little luck to your big day with origami paper cranes.

11
Love
Susan Jackson Photography

Love

Put your love on display with this sweet idea.

12
Curtains
Blueberry Creative

Curtains

Dress up a modern loft with draped fabric and flowers.

13
Candles Galore
Aaron Young Photography

Candles Galore

Set the tone for romance with a candle-covered backdrop.

14
Flowers
Harwell Photography

Flowers

Draw all eyes front and center with colorful florals cascading from the ceiling to the spot where you'll exchange your vows.

15
Lights
Jac & Heath Photography

Lights

The unique chandelier surrounding the couple gives this ceremony such a magical feel.

16
Monogram
Photo Love

Monogram

Highlight your new monogram on a makeshift mantel.

17
Cross
Cassie Jones Photography

Cross

Add an emblem that represents your culture or religious beliefs.

18
Bouquets
Rob Mould Photography

Bouquets

Create a modern backdrop with upside-down bouquets suspended from a fabric-draped arch.

19
Vows
This Modern Romance

Vows

Writing your own wedding vows? Make your personal declarations of love part of your wedding décor with this backdrop.