Top 54 Pretty and Bright Sunflower Wedding Ideas

Sunflowers are a fantastic choice for late summer and fall weddings.

Who doesn’t love sunflower themed weddings? They are bold, fun and cool and will make your big day fabulous. Sunflowers are perfect for summer and fall weddings, and there’re a thousand ways to incorporate them into your big day, from the bridal bouquet to wedding reception decorations. What’s more, you don’t have to break the budget to have those fresh and bright flowers on your big day. There is something so romantic and wonderful about a wedding designed around sunflowers. If you love sunflowers and want to include them in your wedding design or theme, check out these pretty and bright sunflower wedding ideas and get inspired.

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Sunflower color themes for weddings

With other warm colors, sunflowers frequently go well. Sunflowers and burgundy colors go well particularly well, in our opinion. The bright sunflowers contrast beautifully with the depth of the burgundy. It's ideal for weddings in the fall or for brides who want a striking appearance.

Which color go best with sunflowers?

Sunflowers go nicely with light bright colors like white and cream. A more airy ambiance that is ideal for summer weddings with sunflower theme can be produced by using a softer color scheme.

Sunflower Wedding Bouquets

Sunflowers go well with red roses, dahlias, and carnations if you want variety. Sunflowers combined with amaryllis, tulips, anemones, marigolds, and zinnias give off an earthy vibe. Oriental poppies mix well with red roses, sunflowers, beautiful yellow begonias, and pansies for a traditional yet delicate appearance.

Sunflowers are a common choice for bridal bouquets in the late summer and fall because they are bold, vibrant, and constantly happy. Let's have a look at a few of our favorite sunflower wedding bouquets that are appropriate for any kind of bride and any kind of wedding.

Try out these gorgeous sunflower bouquets for your wedding!
Try out these gorgeous sunflower bouquets for your wedding!
Stunning bright wedding bouquet ideas with sunflowers
Stunning bright wedding bouquet ideas with sunflowers
sunflowers blue hydrangea and eucalyptus wedding bouquet
Add some sunflowers blue hydrangea and eucalyptus wedding bouquet to your big day
Sunflower cascading wedding bouquet ideas are unmatched.
Sunflower cascading wedding bouquet ideas are unmatched.
Why not try these summer wedding bouquet ideas with sunflowrs
Why not try these summer wedding bouquet ideas with sunflowrs

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pretty sunflower wedding bouquet with succulents
pretty sunflower wedding bouquet with succulents
chic wedding bouquet ideas with sunflowers
chic wedding bouquet ideas with sunflowers

Sunflower Wedding Arches

For summer, late summer, and fall weddings, sunflowers arches are ideal. Sunflowers can be used in a zillion different ways on your big day, including your wedding arch, invitations, centerpieces, and wedding cakes. Additionally, you don't have to go beyond budget to have those vibrant, fresh flowers on your special day. View these lovely and cheery sunflower wedding ideas to feel motivated right away. Use these lovely suggestions to enhance your wedding with a sunflower theme.

Outdoor country wedding arches with sunflowers
Outdoor country wedding arches with sunflowers
wedding arch and aisle ideas with sunflowers
wedding arch and aisle ideas with sunflowers
sunflower outdoor wedding arch ideas
sunflower outdoor wedding arch ideas
rustic sunflower wedding arch ideas
rustic sunflower wedding arch ideas
outdoor rustic sunflower wedding arch ideas
outdoor rustic sunflower wedding arch ideas
country wedding arch with sunflowers and burlap
country wedding arch with sunflowers and burlap

Sunflower Wedding Ceremony Decor

Sunflowers are typically utilized in a rustic wedding and blend well with other flowers and vegetation, making them wonderful natural wedding decorations. Sunflower bouquets with hints of other colorful flowers should be placed on either side of the aisle to create a stunning aisle for the wedding ceremony decor. These bouquets can be placed in copper or glass vases. For a special decor display, you could also tie them with blue ribbons and hang them from the arms of the aisle chairs.

Rustic outdoor wedding decoration ideas with sunflowers
Rustic outdoor wedding decoration ideas with sunflowers
outdoor wedding decoration ideas with sunflowers
outdoor wedding decoration ideas with sunflowers
outdoor wedding aisle decorations with mason jars and sunflowers
outdoor wedding aisle decorations with mason jars and sunflowers
fall wedding ceremony decoration ideas with sunflowers and garden roses
fall wedding ceremony decoration ideas with sunflowers and garden roses
country wedding ceremony aisle decoration ideas with sunflowers
country wedding ceremony aisle decoration ideas with sunflowers
chic wedding aisle decorations with mason jars and sunflowers
chic wedding aisle decorations with mason jars and sunflowers
Chic rustic wedding decoration ideas with sunflowers
Chic rustic wedding decoration ideas with sunflowers
sunflower rustic wedding sign board decor
sunflower rustic wedding sign board decor (Polly and Petal)
boho inspired sunflower wedding aisle decoration ideas
boho inspired sunflower wedding aisle decoration ideas (woniapl)

Sunflower Wedding Centerpieces

Sunflowers can stand well on their own, whether you're planning a sunflower and rose-themed wedding or one with only sunflowers as the motif. Long-stemmed sunflowers can be arranged as vibrant wedding centerpieces in jars or bottles that aren't quite matched for a more informal or rustic appearance. Displaying lovely bunches of medium-sized sunflowers is also possible using distinctive copper or ceramic vases or bowls.

Rustic wedding centerpiece ideas with sunflowers
Rustic wedding centerpiece ideas with sunflowers
rustic sunflower wedding centerpiece ideas
rustic sunflower wedding centerpiece ideas
lantern wedding centerpiece with sunflowers
lantern wedding centerpiece with sunflowers
country wedding centerpiece ideas with sunflowers
country wedding centerpiece ideas with sunflowers
country rustic wedding centerpiece with sunflower and baby's breath
country rustic wedding centerpiece with sunflower and baby's breath
rustic wedding sunflower wedding centerpiece decoration
rustic wedding sunflower wedding centerpiece decoration (Perfect day wedding flowers)
sunflower rustic wedding lantern centerpiece decor
sunflower rustic wedding lantern centerpiece decor (Gemma White)
barn wedding sunflower table decoration ideas
barn wedding sunflower table decoration ideas (Milling Barn)
simple and elegant sunflower wedding table decor ideas
simple and elegant sunflower wedding table decor ideas (A kertész lánya)

Sunflower Wedding Chairs Decor

With sunflower wedding decor, you may create a wonderful environment for your entrance. The wedding chairs can be elevated with bridal chairs decorated with sunflowers, and you can frame your walk down the aisle with free-standing floral arrangements. It's a creative approach to setting the scene for your memorable wedding moments.

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Wedding chair decoration ideas with sunflowers
Wedding chair decoration ideas with sunflowers
rustic wedding chair decoration ideas with sunflower and burlap
rustic wedding chair decoration ideas with sunflower and burlap
outdoor country wedding aisle decoration ideas
outdoor country wedding aisle decoration ideas
country wedding chair decoration with sunflower and burlap
country wedding chair decoration with sunflower and burlap
country wedding chair decoration ideas with sunflower and burlap
country wedding chair decoration ideas with sunflower and burlap

Sunflower Wedding Cakes

A wedding cake decorated with sunflowers always stands out at the ceremony. The style of sunflower wedding cakes is ideal for a couple planning a rustic wedding. Sunflowers are such a gorgeous complement to any wedding, whether it's in a barn, on a farm, or perhaps even close to a field.

Sunflower wedding cakes ideas
Sunflower wedding cakes ideas
sunflower wedding cake ideas
Beautiful sunflower inspired wedding cake ideas
sunflower themed wedding cake ideas
sunflower themed wedding cake ideas
simple wedding cake with sunflowers
simple wedding cake with sunflowers
rustic sunflower wedding cake
rustic sunflower wedding cake
chic rustic wedding cake with sunflowers
chic rustic wedding cake with sunflowers
burgundy and yellow sunflower wedding cake
burgundy and yellow sunflower wedding cake
sunflower country wedding cake idea with buttercream
sunflower country wedding cake idea with buttercream (Talita Sweets Delicacies)
sunflower intimate wedding cake ideas
sunflower intimate wedding cake ideas (L’Estelle Photography)
elegant sunflower theme with white floral wedding cake ideas
elegant sunflower theme with white floral wedding cake ideas (Sarah Louise Cakes)
two tier sunflower wedding cake idea with gold tier separator
two tier sunflower wedding cake idea with gold tier separator (The Countryside Cakery)
rustic sunflower wedding cake and dessert table ideas
rustic sunflower wedding cake and dessert table ideas (solafly)

Sunflower Wedding Invitations

Invitations not only announce your wedding but also set its tone. With this in mind, choose something that truly reflects your style. Sunflower wedding invitations offer just that, an unexpected yet delightful departure from traditional invites. Evoking the vibrant and joyful essence of sunflowers, these invitations offer a more personal touch, perfectly aligning with your unique style. Embrace the unexpected, surprise your guests, and set the tone for a wedding that is authentically you with sunflower invitations.

white watercolor sunflower wedding invitations ideas
white watercolor sunflower wedding invitations ideas (Lora Severson Photography)
floral print sunflower wedding invitation ideas
floral print sunflower wedding invitation ideas
summer wedding sunflower with greenery wedding invitation ideas
summer wedding sunflower with greenery wedding invitation ideas (paperoo_1)
rustic wedding sunflower burlap decoration wedding invitation ideas
rustic wedding sunflower burlap decoration wedding invitation ideas (Kegdacc Designs)
sunflower with floral print warmer month wedding invitation ideas
sunflower with floral print warmer month wedding invitation ideas (Adebo Design)
sunflower fall wedding invitation ideas
sunflower fall wedding invitation ideas (Mysty and Bella)
sunflower print rustic wedding invitation ideas
sunflower print rustic wedding invitation ideas (VC Vanilla Collections)
sunflower with colorful floral summer wedding invitation ideas
sunflower with colorful floral summer wedding invitation ideas (Tiger Lily Paper Goods)

Other Sunflower Wedding Ideas

Country rustic sunflower wedding ideas
Country rustic sunflower wedding ideas
sunflower wedding favors ideas
sunflower wedding favors ideas
Sunflower Feeds Wedding Favors Ideas
Sunflower Feeds Wedding Favors Ideas
Rustic flower girl bucket with sunflowers
Rustic flower girl bucket with sunflowers
sunflower barn wedding signage ideas
sunflower barn wedding signage ideas (jphannypackdesigns)
budget friendly hanging sunflower wedding decorations
budget friendly hanging sunflower wedding decorations
sunflower welcome sign vintage wedding ideas
sunflower welcome sign vintage wedding ideas (Country Foxes Wedding Stylist)
barn wedding sunflower wooden barrel wedding backdrop ideas
barn wedding sunflower wooden barrel wedding backdrop ideas (L’Estelle Photography)
sunflower wedding ceremony chalkboard sign ideas
sunflower wedding ceremony chalkboard sign ideas (Vintique Rental)

Sunflower Wedding FAQs

Sunflower Wedding Ideas
Sunflower Wedding Ideas

Can you make DIY sunflower wedding bouquet?

Yes! it is very easy to make DIY sunflower wedding bouquets within budget. Buy the required items you need from local store and take inspiration from this page to make a colorful sunflower bouquet for your wedding!

What do sunflowers symbolize at a wedding?

Sunflowers is an excellent choice for weddings in the late summer and fall. They represent affection and loyalty, making them an excellent choice for wedding bouquets and centerpieces.

Are wedding sunflowers expensive?

Not really. Sunflowers are a cost-effective wedding decor option for any couple. You can buy or DIY sunflower bouquet within $20. Sunflowers are great because they last a long time!

Are sunflowers best as wedding flowers?

Sunflowers are the ideal summer wedding flower, working well in bouquets and boutonnieres and looking stunning on wedding arbors. We adore their bright smiles and believe they would complement any wedding design.

What other flowers work best with sunflower bouquet?

Chamomile, snapdragons, red roses, chrysanthemums and irises complement sunflowers well in bouquets. Bright colors like reds and oranges complement yellow effectively. If you want to go for a contrasting color, blue or purple irises make a lovely combination.

What season is sunflower decor?

Sunflowers typically work best in the fall, but we have seen near spring weddings incorporate sunflowers into ceremony or reception decor.

Conclusion

We hope that our sunflower wedding ideas have helped you come up with ways to make your wedding day bright and full of life. If you're looking for creative ways to include sunflowers in your wedding decor, pin some images from this page for later use. From your wedding arch, your invites, your centerpieces, and even your wedding cakes, sunflower weddings are best to add some bright light into your special day.

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