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Stylish Decor Ideas For the Modern Engagement Party

modern floral centerpiece - via ruffledblog.com

modern floral centerpiece – via ruffledblog.com

 

Congratulations on your engagement! Now it’s time to celebrate with friends and family. The engagement party can be used as the foundation for establishing your wedding style as a couple. And since you both gravitate toward a simple, minimalist aesthetic, why not use this shared sentiment in planning for your upcoming nuptials? There’s no better place to start than with the inaugural festivities. For those of you looking for stylish inspiration, here are Bride & Blossom’s favorite decor ideas for the modern engagement party.

Invitations

Your engagement party invitations will be the first element that sets tone of what kind of wedding you will be having. A design featuring modern calligraphy and text on a white and grey marble background looks trés chic. Prefer more color? Look at designs with watercolor embellishment.

Modern Wedding Invitation by Paper Minx on Etsy.com

Modern Wedding Invitation by Paper Minx on Etsy.com

 

Watercolor invitation by Paper Crush on Etsy.com

Watercolor invitation by Paper Crush on Etsy.com

 

Balloons

Not just for children’s birthday parties anymore, balloons are one of the most recent trends to emerge in wedding decor. A strong geometric silhouette and numerous color and styling options make balloons a wonderful decor feature for the modern engagement party.

White Balloon Display - via stylemepretty.com

White Balloon Display – via stylemepretty.com

Having an outdoor party? Tie large white balloons to greenery to create a stunning backdrop perfect for taking photos.

 

Balloon Garland - via littleinspiration.com

Balloon Garland – via littleinspiration.com

Of course we love this balloon and floral garland! It adds a dose of lively color to the celebration.

 

Clear Balloon Display - via pinterest.com

Clear Balloon Display – via pinterest.com

For a sophisticated presentation, clear balloons accented with gold string radiate chic elegance.

 

Florals

When it comes to choosing floral decor, use a less is more approach. The visual impact of just a single white flower in a square glass vase is fascinating. Large tropical leaves look stunning in elegant glass bottle vases.  Arrange your blooms in vessels that have a strong geometric form and clean lines such as terrariums with metal detailing. For a beautiful wall display, style greenery and florals on large iron hoops.

Minimalist Floral Centerpiece - via brides.com

Minimalist Floral Centerpiece – via brides.com

 

Tropical Palm Leaves Centerpiece - via mywedding.com

Tropical Palm Leaves Centerpiece – via mywedding.com

 

Terrarium Centerpiece - via afloral.com

Terrarium Centerpiece – via afloral.com

 

Hanging Circle Floral Decor - via stylemepretty.com

Hanging Circle Floral Decor – via stylemepretty.com

 

Servingware

From plates and glasses to serving bowls, there are many ways to continue the modern theme on the dinner table.

Marble Geometric Paper Plates - harlowandgrey.com

Marble Geometric Paper Plates – harlowandgrey.com

Can you believe these gorgeous marble and geometric plates and cups are actually made of paper?

 

Geometric Serving Dishes - via cb2.com

Geometric Serving Dishes – via cb2.com

These white octagon serving dishes and bowls bring to mind gemstones, adding interest and depth to your food spread.

 

Minimalist Ceramic Serving Bowl - via pinterest.com

Minimalist Ceramic Serving Bowl – via pinterest.com

Perfect for serving a large dish, this striking ceramic bowl is adorned with a minimalist, nature-inspired motif.

 

Dessert

Last, but certainly not least, let’s talk dessert! Sweet treats get a modern makeover with marble frosting, edible flowers, and geometric accents.

Marble Frosting Cookies - via marthastewartweddings.com

Marble Frosting Cookies – via marthastewartweddings.com

 

Edible Flower Sugar Cookie - via goodhousekeeping.com

Edible Flower Sugar Cookie – via goodhousekeeping.com

 

Cupcake Geometric Fondue Cake Topper - via bestfriendsforfrosting.com

Cupcake Geometric Fondue Cake Topper – via bestfriendsforfrosting.com

 

Marble Glazed Donuts - via pinterest.com

Marble Glazed Donuts – via pinterest.com

 

From romantic to whimsical to elegant, there are many creative ways to do modern engagement party decor. Keep this ideas in mind and you’ll be well on your way to making your wedding vision a reality.