Choosing a specific wedding theme or style is one of the best ways to personalize your big day.

After all, a defined aesthetic will help you make other wedding planning decisions, such as your decorations and general vibe.

But once you pick a theme, where can you start customizing?

How to Decorate a Themed Wedding in 2023

Once you've figured out the suitable theme for your wedding, you can start putting on the finishing touches. 

Here are some creative ways to decorate a themed wedding, no matter what it is.

1. Pick an appropriate venue

Your venue does a lot of heavy lifting. If you want to throw a boho wedding, but your ceremony is in a traditional church, you need your decor to tie it all together.

Get your wedding off on the right foot by selecting an appropriate venue for your chosen aesthetic, style, theme, and decorations. 

2. Speak the right language

A traditional wedding will use traditional wedding language, but a Star Wars theme wedding won't.

Make sure what you say and what your print (i.e., flyers and wedding invitation) fits within the overall theme. You can easily create a flyer design using BeFunky flyer maker tool.

3. Use props and backdrops

Try to incorporate on-theme tablecloths. Create a cohesive theme by using props and backdrops that match the setting you're trying to imitate.

For example, if you're having a beach-themed wedding, you could use palm trees, beach umbrellas, and seashells as decorations.

4. Focus on tables and chairs

Make sure your tables and chairs match each other. Everyone will use the tables and chairs, so it's usually the first and last thing people notice about the decor.

A farmhouse dining table would look pretty silly in a modern reception area but fit right in at a rustic wedding.

5. Incorporate the color scheme

Choose a color scheme that matches the theme and use it throughout the wedding decor.

For example, if you're having a vintage-themed wedding, you could use shades of pink and peach for the flowers and table linens.

A Great Gatsby wedding would have lots of black and gold. 

6. Include personalized details

Add a personal touch to the decor by adding meaningful details to you and your partner.

For example, a music-themed wedding should include songs that personally mean something to the couple. Or pastel colors and paper flowers would look perfect at a cottagecore wedding.

You can always create a wedding hashtag so people can post pictures from your special day on social media.

7. Shine the right mood lighting

Lighting can make a big impact on the ambiance of the wedding.

Use different types of lighting, such as fairy lights or candles, to create the desired mood for your themed wedding.

String lights above the dance floor are always a good addition (especially in an outdoor or barn wedding).

8. Get creative with table settings

Use the theme to inspire the table settings.

For example, if you're having a nature-themed wedding, you could use branches and flowers as centerpieces.

The name plackets on each table could also follow this theme if the wedding party use wooden coasters for everyone’s name and seating arrangement.

9. Add special touches to the venue

Think about any small details that could help bring the theme to life.

An old-western wedding may have a jukebox that wedding guests can use or an on-theme piano player. Or a movie-themed wedding could serve popcorn or have a photo booth with props from your favorite films.

10. Customize your outfit change

Why wear just one outfit at your wedding when you can wear two or three?

Both partners can wear traditional outfits (based on the theme) but change out during the recession. The other look could have a personal meaning or be funny, like a Wookiee costume.

Wrapping up

A themed wedding can make for an unforgettable event. Whether you choose a classic theme or something more unique, there are plenty of ways to incorporate it into your decor.

Use these ten ideas to create a wedding that truly reflects your style and personality. With a little creativity and imagination, you can create a beautiful, one-of-a-kind wedding that you will always remember.

Next stop, the honeymoon!