Host a wedding in paradise with these 15 tropical wedding arch ideas. Discover an array of vibrant colors, lush greenery — and above all, stunning backdrops. This eclectic mix of tropical arches features everything from frond-wrapped canopies to suspended floral halos.
We absolutely love how a tropical wedding theme allows you to utilize resources that are native to your destination wedding locale. See how the wedding planners behind each look incorporated palm leaves, hibiscus flowers, and other tropical elements for picture-perfect ceremony décor — with or without the beach.
1. A Boho Twist

The florists at Tailored Twig and team of event planners at Jennifer Mattea Event Planning beautifully mixed tropical and boho elements with this pampas grass circular arch. We love how the simplicity of this arch allowed for the stunning oceanfront views to really shine.
2. Flourishing Florals

NPD Events teamed up with Blissfully Styled Events to design this wedding arch, incorporating sunset colors like pink and orange. The juxtaposition of these delicate florals leading up to the asymmetrical arch created a beautiful ceremonial backdrop.
3. Taking the Tropics Indoors

The décor and floral team at Gilded Group Décor worked with the planners at Chris Weinberg Events to design this indoor tropical wedding ceremony. Lush tropical leaves popped against a white monochromatic backdrop for a modern effect.
4. Simple & Chic Is Always In

A Lavish Event Design, Table 6 Productions, and Noor Zufari Creative teamed up to create this tropic-chic ceremony. Quiet luxury is all the rave, and this wedding arch radiates that energy. The simple, yet bold, white arch makes a statement among more natural elements such as the wicker chairs and floral-lined aisle.
5. Magical Wedding Mandap

Michigan Avenue Events planned this oceanside Cancún wedding ceremony where the natural details dazzled. We love how this wedding mandap featured pink florals and lush greenery.
6. Hanging Halo Florals

Photographers at L’Atelier Lumière International Photography captured this stunning wedding ceremony with a suspended, airy floral arch designed by Elegant Affairs. We love how event planners at Del Cabo Weddings pulled inspiration from the circular venue to inspire the décor.
7. Earthy Elegance and Bold Golds

We are swooning over this tropical wedding arch designed by Avant Gardens. The set of modern, gold arches added such a glamorous touch to the earthy elegance of the lush greens.
8. Beachside Bamboo Chuppah

This beautiful beachside wedding was hosted on the private oceanfront property at Banyan Tree Mayakoba in Playa Del Carmen, Mexico. The bamboo chuppah was decorated with tropical greenery and delicate white florals. The earthy elements of this chuppah paired perfectly with the oceanside setting — making for the ultimate tropical wedding.
9. Floating Florals

It can be hard to make an arch pop when the venue is already a show stopper. Del Cabo Weddings was able to do just that by adding a breezy floral arrangement on this simple, circular arch.
10. A Traditional Tropical Arch

We love how this arch truly captures what we think of when we close our eyes and picture a tropical wedding arch. The event planners at Chic Bahamas Weddings & Events designed this wedding ceremony by pulling in all the natural elements from the Bahamas. This oceanside wedding featured pops of color with bright florals.
11. Breezy White Drapery

We can feel the tropical breeze in the air just viewing this image. This all-white wedding ceremony, hosted at Grand Hyatt Baha Mar, brought in sprinkles of color with green and white floral arrangements. We love how this tropical wedding arch juxtaposes florals galore with white wedding drapery.
12. An Eclectically Elegant Exchange of Vows

Hosted at Faena Hotel Miami Beach, Chris Weinberg Events planned this tropical wedding ceremony with colorful floral arrangements designed by Gilded Group Décor. We love how the bright color palette was incorporated into the florals, ceremony stage, and fans on each guest chair.
13. Oceanfront Glam

The event planners at Guerdy Design created this stunning and romantic oceanside wedding at Faena Hotel Miami Beach. This arch was given a dash of glamour with the combination of mirrored pillars and pink florals.
14. A Bouquet to Match the Arch

We love how the bride’s bouquet perfectly matches the ceremony arch. Both the bouquet and arch feature tropical greenery with pops of color in the florals. Be sure to click here to see how Nuage Designs elevated the reception with stunning linens.
15. Simplicity That Shines

We absolutely love the simplicity of this wedding arch designed by Elements by K.H & co.. The team of event planners pulled inspiration from the Oahu setting to create this tropical ceremony. The large tropical palm leaves make a bold statement while aligning with the simplistic style.
People Also Ask…
Where can I find a destination wedding planner?
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Where can I find a tropical wedding venue?
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Where can I find more tropical wedding inspiration?
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