25 Edgy Modern Wedding Backdrops And Arches

edgy modern wedding backdrops and arches

We’ve seen many vintage, rustic, industrial and other weddings but we seem to have forgotten of modern ones. If you are a modern couple who don’t think of anything boho or vintage and want a strong modern flavor for the wedding, it’s high time to look for some cool decor ideas. This roundup is here to help you: we’ve prepared some modern wedding arches and backdrops you may try.

Geometric Backdrops And Arches

Geometric backdrops, altars and arches are the most popular ones for modern weddings because they are eye-catching, chic and can be made of a plenty of materials and with lots of different looks to fit your wedding. Metal, wood, paper, cardboard and other materials are welcome to achieve the look you like, and you may make the backdrop yourself. Triangles, hexagons, cubes and many other figures can be used for creating and personalizing your backdrop, you can even go for a geometric moss wall with monograms. Decorate your backdrop or arch with greenery or blooms that fit your wedding colors and voila – a chic piece for a modern wedding is ready!

A geometric moss and greenery wedding backdrop looks ideal for a modern affair.

A geometric moss and greenery wedding backdrop looks ideal for a modern affair.

A geometric backdrop of wooden hexagons, bulbs and lush greenery and blooms.

A geometric backdrop of wooden hexagons, bulbs and lush greenery and blooms.

A modern paper geometric backdrop in gold and turquoise and lots of candles around.

A modern paper geometric backdrop in gold and turquoise and lots of candles around.

A modern geometric backdrop with cacti and a desert landscape behind it.

A modern geometric backdrop with cacti and a desert landscape behind it.

A modern geometric backdrop with a lush red flower cascading garland and monograms.

A modern geometric backdrop with a lush red flower cascading garland and monograms.

A modern geometric backdrop made of wooden triangles is a great idea.

A modern geometric backdrop made of wooden triangles is a great idea.

A modern brass cube arch with lush bold florals and candles and candle lanterns.

A modern brass cube arch with lush bold florals and candles and candle lanterns.

A brass tetrahedral installation for thw wedding ceremony looks breathtaking.

A brass tetrahedral installation for thw wedding ceremony looks breathtaking.

A colorful geometric backdrop with a mid-century modern feel and matching pink chairs.

A colorful geometric backdrop with a mid-century modern feel and matching pink chairs.

A dimensional geometric figure backdrop is a unique solution to try.

A dimensional geometric figure backdrop is a unique solution to try.

Floral/ Greenery Arches and Backdrops

Florals and greenery are an indispensable part of wedding decor, and you can rock them for your modern wedding backdrop or arch, too. The main idea is to give your florals a modern look – make a modern wedding arch or altar of wood or metal to make it stable and then decorate it with blooms or greenery of your choice. Another idea is to opt for a living wall – moss, greenery, flowers are welcome in any combos you like! Even here you can give your wall a more modern look rocking a circular one filled partly with blooms and partly with greenery. Try a new trend – an oversized wreath arch of greenery and flowers, it looks very modern, too!

A circular backdrop adorned with greenery and white blooms which will set a modern and elegant wedding statement.

A circular backdrop adorned with greenery and white blooms which will set a modern and elegant wedding statement.

A greenery living wall with white bloom decor and gold monograms for an outdoor wedding.

A greenery living wall with white bloom decor and gold monograms for an outdoor wedding.

A large greenery and white floral wall and white orchids on both sides of the wall.

A large greenery and white floral wall and white orchids on both sides of the wall.

An oversized greenery and blush flower wreath with candles around for a modern rooftop wedding (Styled by Gardenia Organic).

An oversized greenery and blush flower wreath with candles around for a modern rooftop wedding (Styled by Gardenia Organic).

White wire wall and a lush floral and greenery decoration attached diagonally.

White wire wall and a lush floral and greenery decoration attached diagonally.

Wooden pillars with tropical leaves and blooms and acrylic chairs with palm leaves for a modern tropical wedding.

Wooden pillars with tropical leaves and blooms and acrylic chairs with palm leaves for a modern tropical wedding.

A simple modern white backdrop with lush white florals for a chic and romantic look.

A simple modern white backdrop with lush white florals for a chic and romantic look.

Other Ideas

Some other ideas may include graphic and monochrome backdrops – a striped black and white backdrop is a great idea to try! A modern white wedding arch with just some blooms or no decor at all, just some nature for a backdrop, is a cool idea that won’t cost a lot. Marble is a timeless idea, and such a backdrop will be a chic decoration for a modern or minimalist ceremony. Get more creative ideas below!

A black forged arch with a round cutout and greenery and white blooms for a modern ceremony.

A black forged arch with a round cutout and greenery and white blooms for a modern ceremony.

A graphic and modern chuppah, acrylic chairs and white blooms to line up the aisle.

A graphic and modern chuppah, acrylic chairs and white blooms to line up the aisle.

A modern copper arch with airy white fabric, lush greenery and air plants for a chic and cute modern ceremony.

A modern copper arch with airy white fabric, lush greenery and air plants for a chic and cute modern ceremony.

A modern white arch with lush floral and greenery decorations on the corners.

A modern white arch with lush floral and greenery decorations on the corners.

A monochrome striped wedding backdrop with matching pillars and greenery arrangements.

A monochrome striped wedding backdrop with matching pillars and greenery arrangements.

A natural backdrop with a minimalist white arch and vases around the arch.

A natural backdrop with a minimalist white arch and vases around the arch.

A timeless marble wedding backdrop for a minimalist wedding.

A timeless marble wedding backdrop for a minimalist wedding.

An ultra modern wedding backdrop with burgundy orchids inspired by Icelandic landscapes.

An ultra modern wedding backdrop with burgundy orchids inspired by Icelandic landscapes.