Visit Martha Stewart Weddings Weddings Wedding Planning & Advice Wedding Invitations, Cards & Stationery Mermaid-Inspired Wedding Ideas for the Whimsical Bride By Emily Platt Emily Platt Emily is a former editorial assistant for MarthaStewart.com. Editorial Guidelines Updated on March 27, 2018 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: Elyse Hall Photography Cool, stylish ways to fulfill your fantasy. 01 of 14 Jon Cu There's been a noticeable spike in interest in all-things fantastical, and among them, mermaid-inspired everything. From coffee drinks and breakfast toast to blue and glittery beauty looks, the whimsy of oceanic folklore has a lot of people (sea)starry-eyed. For wannabe-merpeople and water lovers alike, you may be cautious about extending the trend to your wedding. But fear not deep-blue fans, the fad doesn't have to be cheesy. Capture your passion in wedding-appropriate ways with these genius, playful, and downright-stylish ideas. When you break down the craze, it's surprisingly nuptial-ready—beach and nautical are ever-popular wedding themes. Choose bits and pieces of the viral sensation to keep your wedding feeling timeless. Dreamy pinks and greens make beautiful colorscapes, and scale-like shimmer works wonderfully as an accent on everything from invitations to cakes. So start with the details you'll appreciate most and the rest is sure to go swimmingly. The wedding world is your oyster, and we've gone fishing for the pearls. Ahead, a sampling of mermaid-worthy ideas to help you bring your fantasy to fruition. Slip into the popular silhouette for your very own (land-proof) mermaid tail. We love the shape of this Lovella Bridal gown and the mermaid portrait it was hung against. See More Mermaid Wedding Dresses 02 of 14 Mermaid-Inspired Wedding Cake Alba Rose Photography Get yourself a unique wedding cake with enchanting-but-inconspicuous accents. The colors in this The Butterfly Cake Factory confection made it beautifully (but not overwhelmingly) thematic. Get Beach Wedding Cake Inspiration 03 of 14 Opal Wedding Ring Ivy & Stone Photography Opal is formed with the help of water and boasts a rainbow-like play-of-color. This Trumpet & Horn stone's whimsical appearance has a decidedly mermaid vibe. See More White Opal Options For Your Wedding 04 of 14 Sequined Wedding Dress Twah Dougherty Shine in your own set of "scales" with a sequin-adorned ensemble. This bride's custom outfit looked breathtaking beside her equally-charming bridesmaids' dresses. Get the Best Wedding Dress Ideas 05 of 14 Iridescent Treats Ether and Smith Deck your day out in under-the-sea shimmer. These blue Bottega Louie macarons were dusted in glittery gold. Learn How French Macarons Became a Wedding Must-Have 06 of 14 Shell Ring Box Elyse Hall Photography What's more thematic than swapping a ring box for a seashell? Bonus points if you turn yours into re-usable storage (get it cleaned and add some man-made hinges). Buy Your Own Seashell Ring Box (And Browse Other Ring Box Options) 07 of 14 Oceanic Favors Eliza Claire Shell-like meringues are absolutely captivating and make gorgeous jarred wedding favors. Illy Elizabeth Weddings styled these Jemima Cakes desserts. See More Great Wedding Favors 08 of 14 Seafood Appetizers A Bryan Photo Feed your guests staples from the sea for a classy mermaid touch. This raw oyster bar station certainly fit the bill. Get the Best Wedding Food and Drink Ideas 09 of 14 Shell Boutonnières Sara & Rocky Photography Not sold on flowers? Try seashells instead. These one-of-a-kind boutonnières are sure to make a splash. See More Instagram-Worthy Boutonnieres 10 of 14 Mermaid-Inspired Guest Attire Tory Williams We're obsessed with this stylish guest's gown, which totally resembles the inside of an abalone shell. Dress your wedding party similarly (we're thinking your mom, your mother-in-law, or your bridesmaids) for a chic dose of ocean-inspired whimsy. Be a Best-Dressed Summer Wedding Guest 11 of 14 Beach Wedding Portraits Wendy Laurel Photography Channel your inner sea goddess with a beachy photo shoot. The waves and the sand make beautiful backdrops—just ask Wendy Laurel Photography! Get Unique Couple Portrait Inspiration 12 of 14 Mermaid Stationery Echard Wheeler Photography Nautical weddings call for on-theme stationery. The design on these quirky welcome cards by Austin DeBoer also graced the cups at this couple's welcome cookout. It depicts the newlyweds as—you guessed it—merpeople, but you can experiment with other artwork to match the formalness of your wedding. See More Nautical Wedding Stationery 13 of 14 Coral Centerpieces KT Merry Dreamy coral pieces made excellent additions to this oceanside reception tablescape. Also featured were florals like peonies and hydrangeas, seamlessly blending land and sea. Get More Beautiful Beach Wedding Ideas 14 of 14 Mermaid-Inspired Crown Kate Holstein Photographs Crown your flower girl in a mermaid-worthy headpiece, like this one from Elemental Child. The look is magical and she'll feel like an undersea princess. Find Gifts Your Flower Girl Will Love Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit