I’ve got two words for you: Statement Bar. Creative wedding bar ideas are taking over real weddings (and fast). Not only are they a fun, expected moments for your guests to see as they enter the reception and get in the party mood, they’re a wonderful way to add some continuity with your wedding colors, style or custom print. Statement bars aren’t just for the reception either. You can use them for Welcome Drinks at the ceremony, gelato at the after party… heck, even to pass towels at your post-wedding pool party! Scroll down for some of the most creative wedding bar ideas bars we’ve spotted in real weddings across the world, and tell us your favorites in the comments below.
Photo by Ryan Ray with planning + design by Tara Guérard Soirée
(Left) Photo by This Modern Romance with planning + design by CMG Weddings & Events and florals by The Flower Method; (Right) Photo by Lisa Ziesing for Abby Jiu Photography with planning by Simply Chic Events
Photo by Heather Waraksa with florals by Saipua and bar by Pocoapoco
(Left) Photo by Olivia Rae James with planning + design by Calder Clark and production by Blossoms Events; (Right) Photo by Mikki Platt with planning by Haute Fetes, florals by Plenty of Petals and bar from Archive Rentals
Photo by Jenny Haas with planning + design by A Charming Fete, florals by Molly Taylor + Co. and bar from Borrow Rentals
(Left) Photo by Davy Whitener Photography with planning + design by Mariée Ami and florals by Blossoms Events; (Right) Photo by Facibeni Fotografia with planning by Sara Fay Egan and florals by Sebastian Flowers
Photo by Nancy Ray with planning + design by Calder Clark and production by Blossoms Events
(Left) Photo by Stephanie Brazzle Photography with planning by Engaged Events, bar by Perch Event Decor and custom crest + artwork by Emily Mayne Studio; (Right) Photo by O’Malley Photographers with planning + design by Valley & Company Events, bar by Happy Hour Bar Rentals and watercolor motif by Momental Designs
Photo by Jessica Blex Photography with planning + design by Lovestruck Events
(Left) Photo by SempreViva by Papanikolatos with planning, styling, florals and bar by The Twelve Events; (Right) Photo by Jenna Lee Pictures with planning by Unveiled Hawaii and florals by Mandy Grace Designs
Photo by Luiza Ferraz
(Left) Photo by Corbin Gurkin with planning + design by Laurie Arons and bar by Urban Parlour; (Right) Photo by Lacie Hansen with planning by Shannon Leahy Events and florals by Botanica Muse
Photo by Kristen Kilpatrick with planning + design by The Nouveau Romantics
(Left) Photo by Tec Petaja with planning + design by Calder Clark and production by Blossoms Events; (Right) Photo by Leslee Mitchell
Photo by The Ganeys with planning + design by Callista & Co, florals by Gather Design Company and bar by Happy Hour Bar Rentals
(Left) Photo by Cavin Elizabeth Photography.with planning + design by Southern House Events + Design and florals by Studio Fleurish from this honey bee wedding inspiration; (Right) Photo by Lucy Cuneo with planning + design by Calder Clark and production by Blossoms Events
Photo by Aaron Delesie with planning + design by Easton Events
(Left) Photo by Amanda Crean with planning + design by LVL Weddings & Events and florals by Revel Floral; (Right) Photo by Jose Villa with design + florals by Sarah Winward
Right?! These statement bars for the wedding day are LIFE. Our advice, especially if you’re hosting a backyard wedding where thoughtful design moments are key, indulge in a statement bar that carries your wedding theme and can be repurposed in endless fun ways.
Header image by Jose Villa with planning + design by Laurie Arons, florals by Mindy Rice and custom bar by Henley Event Resources
