Today, discover DIY ideas for a destination beach wedding in Cabo, including a gorgeous flower arch.
We just returned from the beautiful Cabo San Lucas, Mexico.
While enjoying the sun, a few friends and I could not help but sneak a peek as they set up this lovely event.
If you are planning to get married and love this beach wedding decor, I hope it helps you!
Beach Wedding Decorations
The beautiful wedding decor included a floral arch for nuptials and pictures.
In addition, two large glass vases of Strelitzia bird of paradise flanked the ceremony location.
An outdoor table setting with a gorgeous tropical flower table runner completed the scene.
Tropical Flower Arrangement
The gorgeous floral canopy was spectacular and so simple!
Let’s just take a minute and bask in this burst of vivid color and sunshine.
The tropical lei bouquet is offset to one side of the metal arch secured in the sand.
A flower garland could be wrapped over an arch, frame, or pergola. It could also be laid across a tabletop at the wedding altar.
Wedding Floral Canopy
An arch for a wedding ceremony is a stunning focal point.
Create your own look by decorating with flowers, vines, feathers, balloons, drapes, or a combination.
Archs are available in so many shapes and sizes to customize the look to fit your wedding theme.
See these options below. (affiliate links)
Metal Garden Arch
Ceremony Arch Backdrop
Wedding Arbor
Bridal Metal Hoop with Stand
Arbor Frame Stand Background
Tropical Flower Names
Some of the flowers within the beach garland include the Strelitzia bird of paradise, the Lobster Claw (Heliconia rostrata), and Ginger (Zingiberaceae).
They also included Maraca Ginger (Zingiber spectabilis), Protea, and Orchids.
Exotic Foliage
A lush selection of foliage is paired with and then intertwined in the garland.
It complements the look and feel of exotic, colorful blooms.
The variety of leaves includes Dieffenbachia, also called the leopard lily.
Split-leaf Philodendron (Monstera deliciosa) and Majesty Palm (Ravenna rivularis) were woven in too.
Outdoor Table Setting
The tableware itself is pretty simple if you break it down.
Place settings include wooden plates, silverware, pink glasses, and napkins.
The flowers are lit and accented with glass hurricanes filled with white candles.
Below are similar table place setting products from Amazon if you want to recreate the look.
They could be shipped directly to your wedding destination!
Colored Outdoor Drinkware
Pink Wine Glasses (Shatterproof Acrylic)
Pale Pink (Indoor & Outdoor Plastic)
Blue Plastic Stem Wine Glasses (Unbreakable)
Plates or Chargers
Round Acacia Wooden Charger or Plate Set
Teak Wood Dinner Plates or Chargers
Rustic Teak Wood Charger Plate
Cloth Napkins
These are available in many beautiful shades!
Cloth Dinner Satin Napkins (Square)
Candle Hurricanes
Glass Hurricane Candle Chimney Holders (Tall)
Clear Glass Candle Holders, Open Ended (Shorter)
Floral Table Runner
Then the star of the show arrived, the stunning tropical flower runner.
And that’s when the table comes alive! Ahhh, the power of flowers.
Destination and Travel Ideas
Whether you are the bride, groom, or guest, here are some resources for dreaming, planning, and traveling.
Ruffled Blog
Green Wedding Shoes
Beach Weddings
Wedding Registry Perks
If you are just planning for more fun on the sand, such as a beach date, picnic, or beach activities for couples, here is more inspiration!
And before the big day, check out these outfit ideas for what to wear for engagement photos.
Whether planning a beach wedding or simply a small fête for friends, may you find inspiration in these wedding ideas.
It’s a reminder of how the colorful brilliance of nature and flowers can transform your outdoor celebrations or party spaces.
Cheers!
xo,
Cindy
Table Setting Ideas
Looking for more tabletop inspiration? Below are links to other ideas for hosting your friends and family.
More Hosting Ideas
DIY Valentine’s Table Ideas
Pink Table Setting Ideas
Blue Spring Tablescape Ideas
Lunch Party Table
Friends Spring Lunch
Fourth of July Tables
Black and White Table Decor Ideas
Thanksgiving Table Ideas
Elegant Christmas Tables
Rustic Christmas Table Ideas
Spode Christmas Table
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You captured some great photos Cindy! I’m so glad you are sharing them… they were so beautiful! <3 KB
Aww, thanks, Kelli! I still need to add in the crazy pic of my peanut gallery! 😂