Trend Alert! Creative Ways to Use Dried Palms in Weddings

dried palms for a beach ceremony

We can’t say that we’ll ever be over pampas grass, but dried palms in wedding decor is a new floral trend that we can DEFINITELY get behind. Palms are so versatile! They can be used as-is for a big statement piece, or cut down to create unique shape and movement. Be it boho, romantic, modern, minimalist OR maximalist, there’s a place for dried palms.

And if you’re looking for inspiration? We’ve got plenty! Scroll on for a look at some of our favorite ways to use dried palms in your wedding decor!

tropical bouquet with dried palms and pampas

So much texture to love in this bouquet!

dried palm ceremony decor

Loving the windswept look for this beachy backdrop.

dried palm ceremony decor

{photos above} photog: Photo By Julieta | venue: Nobu Los Cabos | design: Cabo Rental Decor | planning: Look at Me Brides | florals: Velvet Floral | dress: Sergio Tirado | hair + makeup: Los Cabos Makeup | groom’s attire: Mr. Novio Tuxedos | video: Hart Cinema | paper goods: Azul Papel | catering: Nobu Los Cabos | models: Andres Garay, Adii

Modern Dried Bouquet


photo: An Lalemant for Ruban Collectif | bouquet: Atelier Césarine for Ruban Collectif

To the point and utterly glam!

Dried Palms in Wedding Backdrops


photo: Heather O’Steen Photography | wedding planner: Jessica Jenelle | florist: House of Redman | dress designer: Madison James | suit: Christopher Schafer | arch rental: Bohéme’s Jubilee | makeup: Beauty by Jacs | hair: Amanda Merrell Beauty

The perfect circle!

Tulum, Mexico Wedding
photo: Peyton Rainey Photography | event design: Diana Romo Weddings | florals: Vanessa Jaimes

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pampas grass ceremony decorphotography: Sara K Byrne |design: Mad Maven Style | planning: Perfectly Poised Events | florals: Tess Made

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florist: The Faux Fernery

Villa Royale Palm Springs Weddingphoto: For Love and Light | planning: The Walk Down The Aisle | florals: Siren Floral Co.

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florist: The Flower Girl Perth


photo: Chris & Ruth | venue: Acre Baja | planning: Martha Lomeli Weddings

A mix of our dried favorites!

Wild Ones Wedding Inspirationdesign: Perfectly Poised Events | florals: Best Day Ever Floral

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florist: Floral Stylist Co.

Dried Palms in Reception Decor


photo: Nectarine | florist: Natural Art Flowers | stylist: Tiffany Keal

l: Afloral | r: Magnolia Lane

Loving these small, colorful palms for rad tabletop decor! Afloral has some great options if you’re in the mood for a DIY.


florist: The Faux Fernery

dried palms in weddingsphoto: Samantha Simone Photography | florist: The Wildflower Perth

Tulum, Mexico Weddingphoto: Peyton Rainey Photography | event design: Diana Romo Weddings | florals: Vanessa Jaimes

see more from this one: A Boho Tulum Wedding with Beach Views + Playful Palms

So much good inspiration! Expect to see more dried palms in weddings — this is a trend that’s on the rise and here to stay!

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