Chandeliers add a touch of elegance to any wedding, whether a rustic outdoor fete or a classic ballroom wedding.
Image from Eco Friend
I first saw chandeliers back in 2008 when I started planning my own wedding and I am so pleased to see that they are still popular. They add a touch of grandness and elegance that is classic for twentieth century weddings.
Images by Elizabeth Messina via Blush Events, circa 2008
I especially love the elegant crystal chandelier strung over a rustic table with tall mountains in the background. I'm not sure what you call it: rustic chic? rustic elegance? But I love the grandness and glamour of a big crystal chandelier in a dusty, high desert setting. I'm also a big fan of hanging mix matched vintage lanterns from a tree. Or combining a classic crystal chandelier with brigthly-colored origami cranes.
Image from Ruffled Blog
I am continually impressed with the creativity and ingenuity of chandelier design and use at weddings. Brides are rethinking the standard crystal chandelier and using mason jars and bird cages to create the same effect. I love it all!
Image from Curbly
Another thing I love about outdoor chandelier design is they do not have to light up to create a stunning effect, especially for daytime weddings.
Image from Craftzine Blog
Thinking of DIY-ing a Chandelier? Here are a few resources:
- DIY Chandelier on Sweetest Occasion: What timing! I always feel so happy when I see a post I have been researching surface in the interWed.
- Once Wed DIY Rock Candy Chandelier
- DIY Candle Chandelier
- Beaded Chandelier
- ChandelierParts.com
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These are so romantic! I love that butterfly chandelier, but noticed it was over $100,000? Sounds like a great DIY project! :)
By oknowwhatbride on 07.23.10 8:56 am | Permalink
I love this – the contrast of chandeliers in a rustic outdoor setting is one of my favourite things ever. Great roundup!
By Gaby - Cap Classique on 07.23.10 9:20 am | Permalink
@oknowwhatbride re: the butterfly chandelier: I totally agree about the DIY inspration!!
By Hindsight Bride on 07.23.10 11:11 am | Permalink
@Cap Classique Thanks!
By Hindsight Bride on 07.23.10 11:12 am | Permalink
I love the use of little jam jars for an inexpensive wedding look! You can buy craftwire online and the effect of lots of hanging jars – with either flowers or candles is stunning. I'm really enjoying your website – shame I didn't find you before the big day – lots of inspiration for future occasions! Thanks for getting in touch :)
By Vicky - Acoustic Wave on 07.23.10 1:41 pm | Permalink
@Vicky I love that look too! I have boxes of funky little jars and vases I just can’t let go of. Thanks a million for the tips and the kind words!
By Hindsight Bride on 07.23.10 1:50 pm | Permalink
I think my favorite wedding chandelier is the one made with candles inside mason jars!
By Wedding Resource on 07.23.10 2:29 pm | Permalink
I love this new trend of using chandeliers as decorations for wedding events! I especially love it when they use it as an outdoor decoration — it really adds so much elegance.
By Dina on 07.23.10 6:06 pm | Permalink
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I LOVE the chandeliers that are made of mason jars and have candles in them. Hmmm, maybe I'll try to make one….
By Lauren @ Every Last Detail on 07.23.10 10:14 pm | Permalink
Yes! Do it Lauren ;-)
By Hindsight Bride on 07.24.10 7:09 am | Permalink
I love this! So romantic and elegant.
By Dognbird on 07.26.10 10:22 am | Permalink
I love chandeliers and mobiles and hanging flowers and butterflies. You have some gorgeous examples as always Christie!
By sera on 07.27.10 1:39 pm | Permalink