16 Industrial-Inspired Wedding Ideas for the Modern Couple

1. Brick Walls: Brick walls make for a great photo backdrop. Your newlywed glow will just pop against the bright red bricks. (via Kristin Anderson Photography / Weddings by Susan Dunne)

2. Old Mixed With New: Bring an old warehouse space to life with some modern furniture. White tables and metallic chairs are a gorgeous contrast to the aged brick and window panes. (via This Modern Romance / Sterling Social / Hidden Garden Floral Design)

3. Chic Stationery: Nothing screams industrial more than a big city does. If your wedding is taking place at the heart of a city like NY, why not incorporate it into your stationery? Modern colors and sleek lines make for one chic invitation suite. (via Shindig Bespoke)

4. Modern Plating: Keep your food looking “minimalist chic.” Traditional dishes can still have this effect with smaller portions, bright pops of color and fresh ingredients. (via Brian Leahy / Modern Art Catering)

5. Darker Elements: With open spaces, don’t be afraid to use a darker color palette. Black furniture and rich, deep colored floral will immediately attract guests to their table! (via Leppen Designs / Comfort Photography)

6. Edgy Portraits: Industrial venues are a gorgeous backdrop for wedding portraits. The mix of brick and metal bring just the right amount of edginess. (via Kendall Lynnette Photography)

7. Rooftop Reception: The sky is the limit (literally) at an industrial loft venue. Never mind the romantic tablescape — the view is enough for a stunning reception! (via Jillian Rose Photography / EDE by Jacqueline / The Golden Pollen / Dish Wish)

8. A Large Space Illusion: In big cities, you may not have the luxury of a huge industrial loft. But an easy way to make a small space feel bigger is with long reception tables. Not to mention, it’s easier for your guests to converse than with traditional round tables. (via Greg Ross / Inspired by This)

9. Industrial Glam: Industrial doesn’t always have to look and feel rustic. Glam it up with gold accents! (via Erika Parker Photography / Honeyfitz Events)

10. Mixed Metals: An industrial reception wouldn’t be complete without a mixture of metallic colors. Furniture rentals, like chairs, are a fun way to incorporate different metals. (via John Schnack Photography / Gather Events)

11. Rustic Chic: Easily combine modern elements like chic marquee lights and rustic barrel decor to pull off this look. These starkly different aesthetics come together effortlessly within an open industrial space. (Jessica Rice Photography / Happily Ever Etched)

12. Bright Walls: White bricks not only provide a gorgeous blank canvas, but will make your reception space feel larger and airy — a perfect combination for striking photos. The brighter your space, the better your photos will turn out! (via Found Vintage Rentals / Urban Palate / Minted / Borrowed BLU / Brian Tropiano)

13. Metallic Dresses: Modern metallic bridesmaids dresses will complete the look of your industrial wedding. For a subtle touch, choose dresses with intricate beading. (via Joy Marie / Fete Nashville)

14. Luscious Floral: For a modern take on the bouquet, incorporate lots of texture and volume. Cascading greenery gives life to a metal and brick venue. (via Valerie Noell / Feathered Arrow)

15. Modern Mural: Cities have plenty of picture-perfect skyline views for your wedding portraits. But for something a bit more edgy and unique, a painted mural is the way to go. (via Chris J Evans Photography)

16. Next-Level Decor: The urban venue’s architecture will be stunning decor in itself, but there are simple ways to take it next level. With simple mood lighting and hanging installations, your guests will have to pick their jaws up off the floor. (via Wildflowers Photography / All You Need Is Love Events)

What’s your favorite industrial wedding look? Let us know on Twitter @BritandCo, and check out our Pinterest for more stunning wedding inspo!