Planning a destination wedding is fun, exciting, and something different from the norm. Skip past the traditional idea of decor and go all out with the trending tropical inspired wedding theme! The options are endless, and the ways to incorporate the beauty of your destination could go on forever. Read on for 13 festive and adorable ways to host a picture perfect tropical themed wedding. If you love what you see and would like more inspiration, contact us today to start planning with one a Weddings by Funjet concierge!
1. Save the Date
Start the party by sending your guests a little tropical excitement to save the date! These adorable water color inspired pineapple themed save the dates are a part of a larger collection found on Etsy by The Blush Market.
2. Invitations + Wedding Stationary
Follow up with a bright and spunky invitation set for your guests! This flamingo fiesta set sends out all the tropical feels to ignite excitement in all of your guests the second it gets to the mail box.
3. Picture Perfect Wedding Venue
The key to a perfect tropical themed wedding is the perfect wedding venue, like this beach ceremony at Barcelo Bavaro Palace in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic.
4. Get Your Welcome Party On
Host a welcome part for your guests on the day of guest arrival to allow everyone to settle in and meet new friends for the weekend. Get interactive and strike a pose with this fun tropical themed printable photo accessory set from Creative Sense Co.
5. Boho Bridal Vibes
Your rehearsal dinner is the perfect chance to rock a flower crown! We are currently obsessing over floral crowns of any kind, but the brighter, the better. Easy, breezy, beautiful has a whole new meaning when you combine boho-chic with tropical vibes. If you aren't ready to take the plunge with a full flower crown, consider adding just a few bright floral pieces to your up-do.
6. Island Goddess Wedding Gowns
You'll know you have found the perfect match when you try on the dress that makes you feel like an island goddess. For the ultimate princess feel, check out the latest wedding dress trends by Hayley Paige. The dress shown above is one of nearly a half dozen that she created for her own wedding day! We love the two piece concept paired with the artsy floral design that sends out all the beachy careless vibes a destination bride could want. Props to Chard Photographer for capturing this adorable moment between Hayley and her new hubby Danny.
7. Swoon-worthy Florals
This bridal bouquet captured by Angelica Chang Photography screams destination wedding. Tropical floral options are truly endless in any destination throughout Mexico and the Caribbean. Pick your favorite colors and let them pop, and pair it with natural local greenery. The greenery will inspire decor options for your ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception, and will tie it all together!
8. Floral Prints
Stay cool while getting ready with your gals. These tropical floral printed silk robes captured by Brittrene Photo makes hair and makeup a dream. Of course, the group photos are adorable too! Our favorite part? Even the flower girl can be included!
9. Chic Place Cards
We are in love with this palm beach chic look with leaf place cards. Natural, cheap, and an easy DIY project while in destination, your guests will feel wowed by the personalization and festive flair at their seats!
10. Pineapple Centerpieces
Pineapple centerpieces are all the rage right now. We are still gushing over what one real Weddings by Funjet bride did with hers, thanks to the help of Alquimia Events and Savanah Loftus Photography.
11. Wedding Cake Envy
This adorable single tier wedding cake is everything tropical - even complete with a tiny pineapple within the bright flowers! Add a natural pop by placing a split leaf philodendron beneath the cake, like this cake captured by Ashley Kelemen Photography.
12. Gold Pineapple Bottle Openers
These gold pineapple bottle openers are the perfect way to say thanks to your guests. Looking to skip the wedding favor craze? We know these would go perfectly in a welcome bag, too!
13. Trendy Guest Book
A water color pineapple guest book is not only super fun, but it's also easy to travel with and makes for a fabulous decor piece for your new home as a married couple!
