If you’re planning an outdoor wedding, you’ll definitely want/need a backdrop for your ceremony space. While there are many ceremony backdrops available (and these doors, too, which are equally awesome), an arch is one of the most beautiful and elegant ways to tie your ceremony space together. We’ll tell you why you need a wedding arch for outdoor weddings, where to buy wedding arches, and show you our favorite wedding arches so you can cross this task off of your list right now! But first, we have an Ask Emmaline question from bride-to-be, Whitney, related to her outdoor wedding and her quest for a rustic arch. Take it away, Whitney!

“Dear Emmaline, I’m planning a woodland wedding and need a wedding arch. I don’t have time to make my own and I also don’t have any idea how to make one. Do you know where to buy a wedding arch? Thanks!

Where to Buy Wedding Arches

No problem, Whitney! A wedding arch is a great thing to have if you’re planning a wedding in the woods, as it will act as your backdrop and carve out a central space to recite your vows. Now, finding wedding arches is a whole different story, as most places will let you rent one indoors; since you’re having your wedding outdoors, you’ll need to find one of your own.

Wedding arches have come a long way: it used to be hard to find wooden wedding arches — only those bulky plastic ones you find at craft stores — but now it’s so much easier thanks to incredible handmade artists who are happy to make them for you. :)

To inspire you, we’ve found sixteen beautiful wedding arches to help you decide. The best part? These are all available to buy and assemble on your site! All you need to do is add any decorative touches you’d like (like flowers, greenery, paper flowers, garland, tulle, fabric, etc.) Read on to find out where to buy wedding arches online just in time for your big day.

Where to Buy a Wedding Arch

Here is our list of wedding arches we adore. If you find one you like, click on the photo or the link under the image for details on where to buy the wedding arch.

1. Beach Ceremony Arch

2. Gorgeous Driftwood Arch

3. Beach Ceremony Arch

This driftwood arch is perfect for your beach ceremony. By MaineSaltyGirl.

4. Boho Inspired Macrame Arch

(P.S. See more macrame styles here!)

5. Birch Ceremony Arch

6. Rustic Wedding Arch

I also love the lace and fabric used to decorate this one!

7. Boho Wedding Arches

I love this amazing wedding arch style! It is perfect for a boho wedding. By WildWoodWedding.

8. Wood Ceremony Arch

A cedar wood arch like this one is built sturdy! By AnniesCreek.

9. Mountain Wedding Arch

10. Rustic Hexagon Ceremony Arch

Ooh, I love everything about this hexagon wedding arch! Built by WeddingByEli.

11. Simple Wood Arch

One of the best places to buy wedding arches is eHomemartDecor, where we spotted this simple arch design. It is easy to decorate!

12. Birch Arch / Chuppah

Get this birch chuppah and add your own flair to it (i.e. tulle, voile, or floral swag). By BlueSkiesForever.

13. Elegant Driftwood Arch

14. Beach Driftwood Ceremony Arch

15. Round Wedding Arch

Go unique with a round wedding arch, personalized and made of wood. By WeddingByEli.

16. Bamboo Ceremony Arch

Which of these ceremony arches is your favorite? Tell us in the comments below! If you have a wedding question for us, submit it to Ask Emmaline and we’ll swoop in to help!

Happy Planning!

xo
-E.