15+ Ways to Incorporate Art Deco Wedding Details into Your Big Day

We’re loving that many weddings in the 2020s are taking inspiration from the ‘20s a century ago. One of the most popular vintage-inspired wedding themes we hear referenced by brides and grooms belong to those who love The Great Gatsby. Though the story itself didn’t have a happy ending, the allure of the grand parties and style is enough to ignite inspiration. Whether you choose to go with a full ‘20s theme or just incorporate some design elements from the glamour of the Roaring Twenties, there are a number of ways to pay homage to the luxury of the era with your event design.

Rising in popularity in the 1920s and 1930s, Art Deco design showcases striking colors, bold geometric patterns, sharp lines and design elements, and stunning details. Couples planning their nuptials can achieve an Art Deco look by adding geometric shapes and ornate fan-inspired motifs, luxurious lighting and sunburst designs, and stunning glass and mirrored details. The most popular color palette for an Art Deco-inspired wedding is black and gold, but any hues can complement a décor style reminiscent of the Jazz Age with the right embellishments. An Art Deco wedding ensemble for the bride or groom can also include a coordinated set of garments and accessories that complement the theme. 

Whether you’re drawn to the opulence of intricate beading and metallic accents or the sleek elegance of geometric designs that adorn your ceremony and reception, take a look at 15 Art Deco-inspired wedding details, below! To see more from these beautiful real weddings, click the link below each photo for additional information and inspiration from each event.

Vintage-Inspired Wedding Rings

The bride’s engagement ring featured a vintage Art Deco style, which complemented the many geometric design motifs incorporated throughout the fête. Photo by Amy Anaiz Photography; From Real Wedding: Regal-Style Mansion Wedding with Black and Gold Color Palette

Art Deco-Inspired Wedding Invitations

To provide a classic, quintessential, old-New York experience from the start, couples need to decide on a location that reflects the style and elegance of the Art Deco era. Guests received a wedding invitation featuring touches of Art Deco style and nods to The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald. Photo by K.R. Moreno Photography; From Real Wedding: 1920s-Themed Wedding Inspired by The Great Gatsby in Detroit

Vintage-Inspired Cuff Links

The groom's cuff links offered a modern take on classic Art Deco designs, blending vintage aesthetics with contemporary elements. Incorporating vintage-inspired jewelry, such as the engagement ring or day-of jewelry for the bride or cuff links and/or a watch for the groom, complements the geometric design motifs of the Art Deco theme. Photo by Bob & Dawn Davis Photography; From Real Wedding: A Dream Winter Wedding at the Art Institute of Chicago

Vintage-Inspired Bridal Gown & Headpiece

Imagine walking down the aisle in a sleek and elegant strapless gown with a fitted bodice adorned with shimmering sequins and crystals. The design of this gown features a figure-hugging silhouette that flatters, with a glittering headpiece reminiscent of the Jazz Age adding to the look. Photo by Laura Grier of Beautiful Day Photography; Planning & Design by Linda Howard Events; From Real Wedding: Glamorous Art Deco-Inspired Wedding in Downtown Los Angeles

Art Deco-Inspired Wedding Ceremony Décor

“We wanted a ‘Gatsby-Deco’ feel to it,” describes the bride of the décor, which featured a black, gold, and ivory color palette with Art Deco-inspired patterns.  Photo by Curtis Dahl Photography; Planning & Design by International Event Company; From Real Wedding: Luxury Wedding with an Art Deco Theme in Southern California

Vintage-Inspired Wedding Lighting Fixtures

The couple’s wedding ceremony featured Art Deco-inspired elements such as light fixtures and extravagant pampas grass along the aisle. Another way to add an Art Deco look would be with the bridal headpiece, shown here and mentioned above, adorning it with feathers to add a luxurious and glamorous touch for the reception. Photo by Laura Grier of Beautiful Day Photography; Planning & Design by Linda Howard Events; From Real Wedding: Glamorous Art Deco-Inspired Wedding in Downtown Los Angeles

Art Deco-Style Wedding Linens

In order to complement the couple’s Art Deco décor inspiration, cocktail tables were covered with lavish patterns and decorated with black-and-gold candle votives and geometric gilt vases filled with anemones. Photo by Curtis Dahl Photography; Planning & Design by International Event Company; From Real Wedding: Luxury Wedding with an Art Deco Theme in Southern California

Art Deco-Inspired Ice Sculpture

To complement the architectural details of the venue, couples can opt for an Art Deco-inspired geometric ice sculpture to enhance the theme. An Art Deco-inspired geometric ice sculpture held Champagne bottles throughout the cocktail hour and reception. Photo by Roey Yohai Studios

Vintage-Inspired Wedding Bar Menu

One of the popular trends of wedding décor is laser-cut details, so why not incorporate two trends in one: a signature cocktail menu featuring an acrylic base with laser-cut gilt elements in an Art Deco-inspired design? Photo by Larissa Cleveland Photography; From Real Wedding: Intimate San Francisco Wedding with Art Deco-Inspired Elements

Art Deco-Inspired Wedding Bar

A striking Art Deco-style bar featured a custom design showcasing illuminated malachite panels covered with an intricate gold geometric pattern. Ivory blooms were perched atop Art Deco-inspired gilt risers featuring a suspended slice of malachite. Photo by Bob & Dawn Davis Photography; From Real Wedding: A Dream Winter Wedding at the Art Institute of Chicago

Vintage-Inspired Flooring

The dance floor celebrated the couple’s 50th wedding anniversary in an Art Deco design displayed beneath lush arches of fall foliage. Photo by Jessica Claire Photography; From Real Event: 50th Anniversary Party with Fall Foliage and Unique Performances

Art Deco-Inspired Wedding Menu & Place Cards

This menu featured black stationery and a golden Art Deco-inspired font and geometric design. Photo by Katie Edwards Photography; Linens by Luxe Linen; From Real Wedding: Winter Wedding with White + Gold Décor at Vibiana in Los Angeles

Vintage-Inspired Wedding Reception Décor

The reception showcased unique gold sunburst structures, textured gilt linens in an Art Deco design, and striking centerpieces with the same design motif in mind. Photo by Laura Grier of Beautiful Day Photography; Linens by Luxe Linen; Planning & Design by Linda Howard Events; From Real Wedding: Glamorous Art Deco-Inspired Wedding in Downtown Los Angeles

“We wanted the theme of the party to be a cross between the Roaring ‘20s, Gatsby, and Art Deco,” says the bride of the opulent décor for the New York City nuptials. Photo by Roey Yohai Studios; From Real Wedding: Black & White Wedding with Halloween After-Party in New York City

Art Deco-Inspired Dance Floor

Go all out with your dance floor by incorporating a bold, golden Art Deco design to really create a wow-factor for your wedding reception! The striking design evokes a sense of wonder and amazement, highlighting the timeless appeal of Art Deco weddings. Photo by Jenny Haas Photography; Planning & Design by A Charming Fête

Art Deco-Inspired Wedding Cake

This couple’s six-layer wedding cake featured a hand-painted Art Deco design along with hundreds of cascading sugar roses. Photo by Curtis Dahl Photography; Planning & Design by International Event Company; From Real Wedding: Luxury Wedding with an Art Deco Theme in Southern California

The five-tier wedding cake featured alternating fan-inspired designs befitting the Art Deco aesthetic of the décor and a standout layer showcased a gold starburst made with three-dimensional shapes. Photo by Laura Grier of Beautiful Day Photography; Planning & Design by Linda Howard Events; From Real Wedding: Glamorous Art Deco-Inspired Wedding in Downtown Los Angeles

Vintage-Inspired Wedding Entertainment

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Opening photo by Roey Yohai Studios; From Real Wedding: Black & White Wedding with Halloween After-Party in New York City