Transform Your Wedding Into an Enchanting Fairy Tale With These Disney-Inspired Ideas

1 A Cohesive Theme

Image Sources: Carlyn K Photography and Bloominous

"Narrow down your overall theme by choosing one story or fairy tale first — this will help the details feel cohesive! Pick a few main colors from the story that will determine your bridesmaid dress colors, stationery, linen, and flowers. Then find some fun details in the story that you can incorporate into areas like the centerpiece, placecard table, or dessert station. And in true Disney fashion, use hidden Mickeys and Easter eggs throughout your wedding and have your guests participate in the game." — Euri Wong, lead designer at Bloominous

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Image Sources: Carlyn K Photography and Bloominous

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Image Sources: Carlyn K Photography and Bloominous

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Image Sources: Carlyn K Photography and Bloominous

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Image Sources: Carlyn K Photography and Bloominous

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Image Sources: Carlyn K Photography and Bloominous

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2 Cinderella Romance

Image Source: Mysty and Bella Designs

"And they lived . . . happily ever after. Weddings with a Cinderella theme capture the enchantment and romance of the Disney movie." — Patricia Sweatte of Mysty and Bella Designs

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3 Fairy Tale Stationery

Image Sources: Tiffany Dawson Photograph and Creations by Sasha

"A great way to let you guests be a part of your own fairy tale is with custom stationery that shows off your love for happily ever afters. Love Tangled? Infuse your stationery with images of castles and pick a color palette that is reminiscent of the movie. There are definitely ways to show off your love of everything Disney without being too cliché." — Sasha Willis, owner of Creations by Sasha

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Image Sources: Tiffany Dawson Photograph and Creations by Sasha

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4 First Dance

Image Sources: Zach Harrison Photography and Southern Sparkle & Event Planning

"A subtle way to add your love of Disney is with your first dance. This couple danced the night away with the exact dance moves and song from the bride's favorite Disney movie, Cinderella." — Krisy Thomas of Southern Sparkle Wedding and Event Planning

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5 Whimsical Details

Image Sources: Genevieve Nisly Photography, Be Seated, Hoopla Design Studio and Kirkbrides

"So much wedding inspiration is pulled from long-loved fairy tales, whether it's the whimsy demands of Alice in Wonderland with 'Drink me!' wedding favors or the opulent glamour of Beauty and the Beast. From the tiniest detail, we see this motivation over and over in our events, and it's not going away anytime soon." — Valarie Falvey of Kirkbrides Wedding Planning and Design

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Image Sources: Hunter Photographic, Kirkbrides, Blooms by Plantscaping, L’Nique, All Occasion, Borrow Curated Rentals & Design and The Union Club

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6 Wedding Wonderland

Image Source: All You Need is Love Events

"This bride incorporated her love for Disney movies — Alice in Wonderland in particular — in her big day. The intricate details in this movie allowed for an amazing hanging picture frame backdrop and a variety of textures that played on this classic film's idea of a true wonderland." — All You Need is Love Events

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7 Subtle Disney Details

Image Sources: Hello Blue Photography, Weddings by Susan Dunne and Casa Del Mar

"Who doesn't love a nice fairy tale ending? A nice and subtle way of representing your favorite Disney movie or even just love for Disney, is by the small details. We had a bride add a cake topper of the iconic Disney couple, Mickey and Minnie Mouse, at the bottom of the cake so it wouldn't take away from the gorgeous cake adorned with flowers. Not to mention the glamorous, Beauty and the Beast-esque details that went into the wedding reception." — Weddings by Susan Dunne

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Image Sources: Stewart Uy Photography and Weddings by Susan Dunne

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Image Sources: Stewary Uy Photography and Weddings by Susan Dunne

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8 Coco Cocktail Stirrers

Image Sources: Nancy Ramos Photography, Creative Amme, Victoria’s Garden and One Social Design

"Use some stir sticks to personalize your wedding. This cute Coco-inspired wedding table setup was the perfect touch for any couple who loves the movie.' — Malisa Durongphan, cofounder of Creative Amme

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Image Sources: Nancy Ramos Photography, Creative Amme, Victoria’s Garden and One Social Design

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9 Beauty and the Beast Tablescape

Image Sources: Alice Xue Weddings and Peppermint & Co.

"Incorporating the classic reds of Beauty and the Beast, plus the regal feel of the gold details, makes this the most modern interpretation of the Disney classic." — Peppermint & Co.

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10 Winnie the Pooh Favors

Image Sources: Elisabeth Millay Photo and Wedspire

"The best way to find your guests' sweet spot is to shower them with favors. And what better way to do that than we mini jars of honey? We can think of one Disney character who would love it . . . Winnie the Pooh!" — Afeisha James-Kipps of Wedspire

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11 The Jungle Book Setting

Image Sources: Diktat Photography, Wedspire, Call Me Madame Events, The Sanctuary Bali and Bloomz Fine Flowers

"Sometimes it's the bare necessities of the outdoors that bring the wedding together. Hosting your big day outdoors in a jungle setting not only gives you a Jungle Book feel, but allows your wedding to be less about the decor and more about being still and present." — Afeisha James-Kipps of Wedspire

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12 Tangled Sendoff

Image Sources: Beyond the Darkroom Photography and Wedspire

"One of the most beautiful moments in Disney's Tangled is the lantern scene. How amazing to recreate it with all of your loved ones at the end of your big day? It could make as a beautiful send-off into your happily ever after." — Afeisha James-Kipps of Wedspire

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13 Set the Scene

Image Source: Lovely Valentine Photography

"Nothing sets the stage for a wedding more than the venue. And for the Disney-obsessed wedding couple, there's no better way to tie in all those Disney-inspired details than with an enchanting event space. Outdoor locations can fit a variety of Disney themes, too. Have a Snow White-inspired wedding in an apple orchard, a Moana-themed wedding on the beach, or a forest wedding à la Brave." — Jenna Miller, creative director of Here Comes the Guide

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14 Under the Sea

Image Sources: Your Story by Us Photography, Here Comes the Guide, Sharen’s Flowers, Flawless Occasions and Justin Alexander

"If Ariel from The Little Mermaid is your kindred sea spirit, consider hosting your wedding at an aquarium. Take photos in front of giant glass tanks, dine privately among sharks and sea turtles, and support a nonprofit mission at the same time. The best part is, your menu can feature sustainable, ocean-friendly seafood choices — something Sebastian and Flounder would highly approve of!" — Jenna Miller, creative director of Here Comes the Guide

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15 Belle-Approved Venue

Image Sources: Brumley & Wells Photography, Here Comes the Guide, Boston Public Library and Lauren Wells

"If you're a total bookworm like Belle from Beauty and The Beast, what better place to host your reception than a historic library? Think vaulted ceilings, white marble floors, and glorious wall-to-wall bookshelves filled from top to bottom. Plus, your event fees go to a good cause: They help support the library's collections, services, and programs." — Jenna Miller, creative director of Here Comes the Guide

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16 Toy Story Table Assignments

Image Sources: Mango Stories, Peppermint & Co. and Rainbow Chan Wedding

"Take your love to 'infinity and beyond' with adorable place cards and characters from Toy Story!" — Peppermint & Co.

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17 Rapunzel Hair

Image Sources: Emily Millay Fine Art Photography, Kirkbrides, Blooms by Plantscaping, Haley Delzani, The Dress Bridal Boutique and Rachel Adamic

"Every bride deserves to feel like a princess on their wedding day, starting with the perfect braid-do! An elegant braid like the Disney princess Rapunzel is simple and classic." — Valerie Falvey of Kirkbrides Wedding Planning and Design

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18 Groom Style

Image Source: Generation Tux

"Have your groom and his men emulate Disney-inspired style in their fashion. For example, a Beauty and the Beast-inspired groom might wear a navy suit and yellow bow tie. On the other hand, Cinderella's groom might wear a fittingly 'midnight' blue suit with light blue accessories." — Nathan Bellah, director of marketing at Generation Tux

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