Visit Martha Stewart Weddings Weddings Wedding Ceremony & Reception Wedding Décor & Details A Wedding Trend We're Loving: Swing Décor By Lauren Pardee Lauren Pardee Lauren is a former associate digital editor for MarthaStewart.com. Editorial Guidelines Published on May 15, 2019 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Twin Lens Weddings If you and your fiancé are kids at heart—and are looking for big-day décor to reflect that—then we suggest displaying a swing at your cocktail hour, reception, or after-party. The interactive design element will add a touch of nostalgia to your celebration that anyone can appreciate. Yes, swings aren't the most traditional décor option, but when properly displayed, they can be a cohesive part of (and even enhance!) your wedding's aesthetic. A rope hammock, for example, speaks to a seaside event's inherently casual and beachy vibes, while a porch or tire swing can offer a relaxed, hometown look to any outdoor wedding. As long as you pick the right iteration and decorate it according to your big-day theme, this element is sure to surprise and impress guests. Beyond looking pretty, a wedding swing can serve many purposes. Make a permanent element of your outdoor wedding—like a tree in the middle of your reception space—feel intentional by decorating it with this thematic element. Hanging a swing can give younger guests a place to play, too, so their parents can relax and enjoy the party. Or, try placing your swing (Sweet Pea Floral designed this one) away from attendees so you can sit and enjoy an intimate moment with your partner without feeling completely disconnected from your guests. Check out the inspiration ahead to see just how versatile swings can be. Whether you're reinventing your lounge with a floating day bed or adding some movement to your photo booth station, this suspended seating option is the perfect way to refresh so many of your big-day moments. 01 of 19 Outdoorsy Reception Adrian Wood Photography Hosting a rustic-style wedding? Make like MBW Events and Fragopoulos Flowers and hang a wood-and-greenery swing inside your reception venue to bring earthy, outdoorsy elements in. 26 Rustic Wedding Ideas That Still Feel Elevated 02 of 19 Seaside Hammock Anna Roussos Opting for hammock seating is a unique way to enhance your destination wedding's relaxed, beachy vibe. Model your swing after this one by Tie the Knot Santorini; its palm leaf-printed pillows played up the party's tropical look. 22 Ideas for an Elevated Beach Wedding 03 of 19 Floral Selection Brandon Chesbro If your estate venue already has a swing on the property, style it with blooms that match your big-day selection for a cohesive look. Melissa Padilla of Opihi Love decorated this one with pink-and-white roses and greenery, which complemented the bride's colorful Bliss in Bloom bouquet and leafy crown. 30 Rose Centerpieces That Will Upgrade Your Reception Tables 04 of 19 Tree Decoration Heather Waraksa Is there a tree near your outdoor reception space that looks out of place? Give it a purpose by hanging a swing from it, like Bellafare did here. We love how Matthew Robbins Design used overgrown greenery to make the addition look like it has been there for years. 10 Things to Consider Before Planning a Barn Wedding 05 of 19 Dance Floor Seats Gideon Photo Hanging two adjacent swings next to your dance floor (like this Ooh! Events setup) will give guests a fun place to rest their feet without taking them out of the action. 22 Unique Ideas for Your Wedding Dance Floor 06 of 19 Tropical Vibe Dmitri & Sandra Photography Take notes from Platinum Weddings, who gave guests an authentic tropical wedding experience by hanging a swing covered in local greenery by Dellables right by the ocean. This way, attendees could soak up the incredible scenery and feel the ocean breeze. Island Time: 33 Tropical Wedding Ideas We Love 07 of 19 Kids' Room Jose Villa Though you don't need a kids' area just because you've invited children to your wedding, a small room with games and a swing is the perfect way to keep little ones occupied while their parents have fun. Make sure the swing is low enough for little legs to reach. 19 Foolproof Ways to Keep Kids Busy at Your Wedding 08 of 19 Autumnal Aesthetic Loft Photography Create the perfect autumnal display at your reception by decorating a swing with berries, orange, red, and yellow roses, and rusty greenery—like Gypsy Floral & Events did here. 24 Ways to Use In-Season Flowers in Your Fall Wedding Arrangements 09 of 19 Classic Touch Marion Heurteboust Photography A swing with a refined white-and-green color palette can add to your classic wedding aesthetic, as exemplified by this La Fabrique d'Etoiles Filantes iteration's cream cushion and eucalyptus greenery. The Most Unique Ways to Use Eucalyptus Throughout Your Wedding 10 of 19 Moody Hues Vicki Grafton Photography Play up your event's moody color palette with a swing like Anamarias Eventos', which featured a dark-stained wood seat, red roses, and sage-colored greenery. 34 Romantic Red Wedding Bouquets 11 of 19 Hanging Lounge Brandon Lata Photography Emulate Ooh! Events' elevated outdoor lounge by hanging a day bed from a tree on your reception's property. The pros styled the station with strung lanterns and a coffee table that featured an Out of the Garden centerpiece. 20 Beautiful Ways to Add a Pop of Green to Your Wedding 12 of 19 Childhood Sweethearts Anna Delores Photography If you and your fiancé are childhood sweethearts who grew up on the playground together, hang a tire swing at your reception for a playful, nostalgic touch that speaks to your long relationship history. 21 Cool Accessories for Your Groom 13 of 19 Communal Porch Rocker Picture Perfect Photography Instead of one smaller swing, use a porch rocker (Atouts Fleurs decorated this one) that fits multiple people so groups can sit together. 64 White Wedding Bouquets 14 of 19 Organic Romance Emily Wren Photography Give your swing an organic, romantic look by disguising the ropes with greenery and an array of pink roses, like Sebesta Design did here. The Prettiest Pink Wedding Bouquets 15 of 19 Hanging Floral Hoop Jeremy Chou Who needs a photo booth when you can recreate Charis Events & Design's weight-bearing greenery hoop for guests to sit and pose on? The romantic display will perfectly frame guests, making for a unique snapshot they'll cherish forever. Trending Now: Floral & Greenery Hoop Details 16 of 19 Childs Play Kristyn Hogan Cater to your youngest guests with a swing positioned low to the ground—like this one by Cedarwood Weddings—so they can play during your reception. How to Include Your Children in Your Wedding 17 of 19 Day Bed Nastja Kovacec Instead of a traditional swing, hang a day bed with a cushion (for comfort!) from a tree so guests have plenty of room to relax together. 18 of 19 Musical Movement Q Weddings By placing swings near your band's stage, guests can sit and sway while enjoying the music. We have a feeling this setup will be particularly popular with your younger guests. These Adorable Photos Will Convince You to Invite Kids to Your Wedding 19 of 19 Bench Staging Jay Rowden Photography Instead of a reception stage, have performers sit on a hanging wood bench surrounded by microphones for a more intimate moment. Atouts Fleurs elevated this setup with baby's breath and greenery, which framed the entertainment while adding to this celebration's romantic aesthetic. What You Need to Know About Stages for Your Wedding Band Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit