Beach Wedding Ideas: 27 Breathtaking Options

Searching for imaginative and motivational beach wedding ideas? Regardless of your budget, beach weddings are stunning and provide a great deal of freedom in terms of potential locations, dress, and even catering! These more than 25 recommendations address a variety of important wedding planning topics.

Explore our favorite beach wedding ideas:

5 classy yet casual beach wedding dresses and style ideas

When choosing your attire, consider the time of day your ceremony and reception will take place (particularly if they are both outside). Generally speaking, the following ideas use less fabric than conventional wedding gowns, which reduces the price. Additionally, you may get some of these dress ideas at a fraction of the cost by having them custom-made in your local Garment District, thrifted, or borrowed.

  1. Spaghetti strap and full lace dress. The lace keeps everything formal enough for a wedding ceremony, while the straps add a feeling of breezy casualness.
  2. Boho cotton dress. These come in a range of styles and pricing points. Check out these gorgeous boho wedding gowns for additional ideas if you want a more elegant style.
  3. Two-piece crop and skirt wedding ensemble. In front of the water, any one of these wedding separates would look stunning.
  4. Off-the-shoulder fringe. Seek out a secondhand or vintage wedding dress shop with this timeless style from the 1970s. 
  5. Wedding jumpsuit. Use solid or off-white to make it look more suitable for your wedding. The good news is that most large clothing retailers carry white women's jumpsuits!

3 appropriate beach wedding shoes for any budget

  1. Upscale sandals. Women look good in cork, gladiator, and jeweled wedges, while men should look for a pair made of high-quality materials.
  2. Loafers and boat shoes. It is an excellent unisex style for anyone who prefers to conceal their toes. For a sophisticated look, pair these with the no-show socks.
  3. Barefoot sandals. You may dig your feet into the sand whenever you wish with these stunning foot jewelry pieces without compromising beauty or elegance.

5 beach wedding guest dresses and attire ideas

To give guests confidence about their attire, incorporate these suggestions into your wedding invitation or website. 

  1. Lightweight, flowy fabrics. Even though your wedding day may be hot, beaches frequently feature refreshing breezes, especially as the sun sets. Ensure that you are both sun-protected and weather-comfortable.
  2. Pair skirts that are knee-length or below with off-the-shoulder or sleeveless tops. You won't overheat because you'll be sufficiently covered for the ceremony.
  3. Statement accessories. Wear a large necklace, bold earrings, or a scarf with a vibrant pattern to keep your hair back.
  4. Funky sunglasses. An ordinarily laid-back style can be enhanced with the correct pair. Look for high-end sunglasses, or choose a playful pair to improve your look.
  5. Pastels or bold tropical patterns. In this context, both of these color schemes look good. Use the wedding theme or invitation colors as a guide.

5 beach wedding cake toppers and dessert decoration ideas

Letting your location be the focal point is one of the best strategies. Since there is so much natural beauty to appreciate, extra décor isn't always necessary. For this reason, most couples like to have a little fun with their wedding cake toppers. They also assist in carrying the wedding theme, are typically inexpensive, and can be borrowed, upcycled, or DIYed.

Starting with a basic cake base—one color frosting, nude, or single layer all work well—and adding themed or organic components to your wedding cake decorations is ideal, as is the case with most outdoor weddings. The topper adds intriguing tiny touches to your design, while the base emphasizes the surroundings' inherent beauty. 

  1. Matching beach chairs. Personalize them with your names or small bridal party items.
  2. Palm tree with silhouettes. Additionally, have a pair standing in the shade before it, kissing.
  3. Surfboard backdrop. Verify that the surfboard stripes complement the colors of your theme!
  4. Starfish bride and groom. On top of them, a small top hat and bridal veil look cute and funny.
  5. Seashells and pearls. This traditional beach wedding cake combination lends a touch of refinement.

9 gorgeous and budget-friendly beach wedding venues

These venues can hold your wedding for $5,000 (or less), are spread around the United States and Mexico, and offer stunning seaside estates!

1. Key Largo Lighthouse

Do you want your beach wedding location to include a planner, designer, and chef? Then you're at the right place. 

2. O’ahu Wedding Villa

This award-winning location offers destination wedding packages that include lodging and proper ceremony and reception supplies (such as portable dance floors and bug repellents) that you might not even know you need.

3. Rumbling Bald Resort

With a view of Lake Lure and mountains on either side, host your wedding ceremony in their beachside pavilion.

4. Sandbridge Realty

Their beach property is ideal for your reception and the following week-long family vacation. 

5. Bay Pointe

Its spectacular fireplace and versatile event area make it ideal for warm summer seaside weddings and comfortable winter ones.

6. Bahia Resort Hotel 

You can access four exquisite ballrooms and a private beach throughout your wedding celebration. 

7. Lake Mohawk Country Club 

A beach, a boardwalk, a country club, and a lakeside ceremony location are all available at this location. 

8. Hollywood Beach Marriott

This boutique hotel on the sea is ideal for a little get-together with your loved ones. 

9. Melia Punta Cana Beach 

The Melia Punta Cana Beach has an on-site spa and a BBQ area for reception catering, in addition to most other amenities mentioned by the beach wedding venues on this list.