4th of July Wedding Ideas That Are Anything But Cheesy

In honor of the 4th of July, we put together a roundup of some of our favorite red, white, and blue wedding ideas to show you just how fun and festive it is to put a patriotic spin on your wedding day. Happy Independence Day!

Red, White, and Blue Bridal Bouquet (above): This fresh and whimsical bouquet features blooms like hydrangeas, ranunculuses, and anemones in an Americana-themed color palette.

Patriotic Socks: For a subtle nod to the occasion, have your groom and his groomsmen don socks in red, white, and blue.

Fourth of July wedding ideas

Photo: Ruth Eileen

Confetti Poppers: Instead of rice, have guests shower you with confetti in bright shades of red, white, and blue.

Ceremony Exit: Depart from the ceremony amid a sea of waving American flags.

Fourth of July wedding ideas

Photo: Kima Thomas

Drink Stirrers: Garnish your wedding cocktails with these fun watercolor-flag drink stirrers. Get the DIY tutorial here.

Cornhole: During cocktail hour, invite guests to play a few rounds of cornhole (painted with stars and stripes, natch!).

Fourth of July wedding ideas

Photo: Virgil Bunao

Streamers: If you’re hosting an alfresco reception, create a pretty overhead canopy using strands of globe lights and red, white, and blue streamers.