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Planning your wedding decorations and theme just might be the best part. Whether you're searching for beautiful ceremony backdrops, color palette inspo, or unique and trendy ideas, you'll find the inspiration you need to create a picture-perfect celebration.

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Best Winter Wedding Themes
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What Are the Best Winter Wedding Themes?

If you’re having a wedding during the winter months, there's a great opportunity to embrace a winter wedding theme. Here some top picks.

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How to Create an Under the Sea Wedding Theme

Life is better under the sea, and so is your wedding. While we can't breathe underwater, Zola has some creative ways to put on a sea themed wedding.

Picture showing the Palace of Westminster, Elizabeth Tower containing Big Ben, and Westminster Bridge
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How to Throw a Royal Wedding Party, Part One: Decorations

In just a few short days, the world will be glued to their televisions to watch American actress Meghan Markle ascend the throne (no joke) from basic celebrity to astronomical superstar when she weds Prince Harry. A royal wedding doesn’t come along very often, but when it does, it’s a BIG. DEAL. So big, in fact, that many Americans will be waking up super early (we’re talking TV coverage beginning at 4 a.m.) this Saturday, May 19th to take in every minute of OTT pomp and circumstance that characterizes this ultimate fairytale wedding day.

Beach Wedding Centerpieces
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20 Beach Wedding Centerpieces Ideas You’ll Want to Try

If you’re having a wedding on the beach, having beachy centerpieces can be a great nod to your theme. Here's a list of centerpiece ideas for your beach wedding.

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22 Affordable Wedding Centerpiece Ideas

Looking to go with affordable wedding centerpieces for your reception? Find out how to choose the right ones with this complete guide.

Rehearsal Dinner Decoration Ideas
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4 Creative Rehearsal Dinner Decoration Ideas

The night before your big day should be a beautiful one. Try these rehearsal dinner decoration ideas from Zola.

Wedding Cake Knives and Servers
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Wedding Cake Knives and Servers

The cake knife and server can make the moment of cutting your wedding cake even more special. Find out more here.

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20 Best Wedding Car Decorations Ideas

Discover 20 creative car decoration ideas and e xplore unique ways to adorn your getaway car for a stylish and festive exit.

Second Wedding Ideas
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10 Non-traditional Second Wedding Ideas

Looking for some non-traditional second wedding ideas? You’ve come to the right place.

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20 Classic Wedding Theme Ideas for an Unforgettable Celebration

Classic wedding themes are tried and true. Explore these 20 classic wedding themes with Zola, your wedding day experts!

How to Create a Mid-Century Modern Themed Wedding
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How to Create a Mid-Century Modern Themed Wedding

Explore the idea of a mid-century modern wedding with vintage touches and a retro vibe with our planning guide.

Star Wars Themed Wedding
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15 Star Wars Themed Wedding Ideas We Know You’ll Love

If you’re a die-hard “Star Wars” fan, you can incorporate your love for the franchise into a “Star Wars”-themed wedding.

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