Tropical centerpieces offer a flair of the south pacific combining fresh or faux greenery and colors of the tropics. Tropical centerpieces are versatile decorating ideas because the look is easily adaptable to almost any location or entertainment setting. Most popular at weddings---especially those in tropical locations, due to the availability of tropical flowers, greenery and fruit that grow locally. Many items for tropical centerpieces on the mainland can be found at import stores or through local florists who can have centerpieces or tropical decor items shipped in. Does this Spark an idea?
Home
One place to showcase breathtaking tropical centerpieces is in the home. There are multiple locations where a centerpiece can be highlighted. Some examples include dining room tables, coffee tables, outdoor patio tables, bedroom night stands, bathroom countertops, kitchen islands or entryway tables. Many tropical centerpieces in homes are derived from silk or faux tropical items---this allows them to last longer. Large, clear glass cylinder vases offer the perfect starting point for a tropical centerpiece. Inside, faux or fresh fruit such as lemons, limes or pomegranate can be showcased in a layered fashion. Large banana leaves or palms add contrast. Plumes of medium tall tropical flowers such as birds of paradise, hibiscus and stargazer lilies bring tropical solace to the piece.
Weddings
Tropical themed weddings are the perfect place to show off the bright colors and plumes of beautiful island inspired flowers. Fresh flowers and greenery work best for a wedding centerpiece idea. Most centerpieces should start off with fresh greens. There are several types of greens that look stellar behind bright florals such as Pandanus, Crocodile Ferns, Banana Leaves, Areca Palm, Aloscasia Greens, Anthurium Leaf and Livinstonia. These are large durable greens that provide contrast and stability for smaller and more delicate flowers and foliage. Centerpieces can be placed flat on a table or they can be added to clear or colored vases depending on the bride's choice of style and decor. All centerpieces should have foam, floral pics and water tubes inserted in the center to keep the piece fresh and presentable for the wedding event. Popular fresh tropical flowers would include yellow and pink Plumerias, Dendorium Orchids, Stephanotis, Tiger Lilies, Calla Lilies, Awapuhi, Pink Proteas and Hawaiian Torch Gingers. Pineapples, coconuts, black lava rock, conch shells, tulle, butterflies and colored coral are also popular accents that enhance any centerpiece.
Dinner Parties
Dinner parties offer a great way to display tropical centerpiece flair. This is a good place to show off bold, contrasting designs that will grab guests' attention. The table can start off with a group of flowers and accents in a large shallow clear vase. At the base of the vase, white or black sand can serve as the foundation. From there tall, single arrangements of bold colored flowers can be placed a few inches apart. Examples may include fresh bloomed Stargazer Lilies, simple Calla Lilies or bright colored tea roses. In between, small accents such as colored sea glass, candles, starfish and tiki men add to the tropical theme. Fresh bunches of bananas can adorn the sides to signify tropical motif.
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