19 Whimsical Feather Wedding Centerpieces

It’s the roaring twenties once again – the 2020s that is. We’re in our very own “twenties” era, so let’s embrace the feathers!

Feathers have long been used as wardrobe decor among the members of the upper classes of the world, and the 1920s stock market made many people richer than ever before. Just think of the flapper girls in their shortened sparkly dresses and iconic feathers in their hair!

Today, feathers continue to exist as a symbol of opulence and glamour, as well as romance and playfulness. So whether you’re planning a Great Gatsby wedding or simply want to add a sense of whimsy to your day, you might want to consider incorporating feathers into your wedding decor, no green-light chasing required! 

We have a few ideas for feather wedding centerpieces for your reception tables, all you have to do is enjoy your (bootleg) champagne and dance on your wedding day!

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White Ostrich Feather Centerpiece in Eiffel Tower Vase

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Because feathers can be used to create a large centerpiece, it can be a good idea to place them higher than people’s line of sight. That way, they won’t get in the way of conversations between guests at a table.

Plus, having a bower of feathers above your guests can help to produce that glamorous feeling, elevating this luxe decor detail to new heights.

Gold Crystal Stand with Ostrich Feathers

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For the ultimate in luxury, look to the combination of crystal, gold, and snowy white feathers in this centerpiece.

There’s the best of every element of glamour here: gold metallic, sparkling crystals, and full, fluffy feathers. Your guests will feel like they’re truly getting the royal treatment from the moment they walk into your reception venue!

Blush Ostrich Feathers

X-Large Shocking Pink Ostrich Feather (24-30") 1 piece

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6 pieces pkg 25 pieces pkg Large Wide-Prime Femina Ostrich Feathers range in size from 24-30 inches long and are available in a variety of colors for all your projects. These X Large Ostrich Femina have long wispy hair-like feathers extending between 4-5 inches long from a stiff center quill and will range 8-10 inches wide.

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For a softer, more romantic vibe, consider a different color, like these blush feathers for instance.

The combination of soft feathers and the blush color is sure to give your guests warm and fuzzy feelings, just like falling in love!

Feather Kissing Ball

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There is a satin and metallic ribbon for holding. Can be used on their own or combined with fresh flowers or crystal elements to create a dramatic effect.

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Kissing balls have skyrocketed in popularity in recent years. Though they’re typically made using flowers, herbs, and greenery, some kissing balls are made using items like brooches, or even feathers! 

These feather kissing balls remind us of snowballs, so they’d be perfect for use in a winter or winter wonderland-themed wedding. 

White Pampas Grass

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Perfect for when you want the effect of feathers without the possible mess, white pampas grass will do the trick.

Standing at three feet tall, this set of six pampas grass stems gives the same effect that feathers would. However, these shouldn’t trigger an allergic reaction the way feathers might!

Purple Ostrich Feather Centerpiece

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The color purple has long been associated with royalty. Originally, this was because creating purple dye was a complicated and expensive process, one that could usually be afforded only by the aristocracy or royalty.

The perfect combination of 1920s glam and royal luxury, if you’re looking to imbue your wedding reception decor with a royal touch, purple ostrich feathers may be the answer to your royal aspirations. 

Red Ostrich Feather Centerpiece

25 Red & 25 White Ostrich Feathers

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If romance and passion are defined by one color then it’s undeniably red. Red roses have been considered the symbol of passionate, romantic love for a very long time indeed. 

You can soften that red-hot passion with the lightness of feathers! Using red feathers will help to tone down fiery decor without detracting from the intended effect of romance and intimacy. 

Low Ostrich Feather Centerpiece

Copper Ostrich Feathers

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Ostrich Feather Drabs Dyed and Sanitized in the USA will range in size from 9-12 inches long and are available in a variety of colors for all of your projects. OP12 Ostrich Drabs have wispy hair-like feathers coming out from a stiff center quill (between 1.5-3 inches long) and will range 3-6 inches wide.

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For a more low-profile but still luxe look, you can always place your feather wedding centerpiece lower on the table.

We like this one because it’s not so high that it’ll inhibit conversation, but it’s wide enough to make a heck of a statement!

Ostrich Feather Centerpiece

150 pcs Baby Pink Ostrich Feathers for Centerpieces

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This collection includes 50 ostrich feathers measuring 9 to 12 inches and 100 ostrich feathers measuring 13 to 16 inches, offering versatility for weddings, parties, and home décor projects. Carefully selected for fullness and quality, these feathers create stunning ostrich feather centerpieces with a soft, dramatic look.

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There are other items you can add to a feather wedding centerpiece to make it even more beautiful – you’re not limited to feathers only! 

For example, look at the photo above. We love how the acrylic crystals hang from the top of the vase so that they drip down deliciously and will dance to catch the light. 

Feathery Floral Arrangement Lantern

Wedding Lantern Centerpiece: Silk Flower Arrangement

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These gorgeous silk wedding lantern arrangement would make a great centerpiece to your dream wedding. measures about 14" x 14" x 13" tall and is loaded with beautiful mixed dark flowers with jewel tone accents.

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You’re certainly not limited to only using feathers in your centerpieces. You can also use them as an accent for floral or greenery arrangements, like this one! 

With its gentle pastels and true neutrals, this wedding centerpiece strikes the perfect balance between glam and boho for a statement that’s just what you want for a boho glam wedding.

Leopard and Black Feather Wedding Centerpiece

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Take a walk on the wild side! If you’re going to use something as unconventional as feathers in your wedding decor, you may as well go all-in with it! 

This centerpiece uses a leopard print ribbon, a great choice for a wedding theme that centers around animals, or other animal-related themes.

Feather and Crystal Vase Centerpiece with Uplighting

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This beautiful crystal vase with features an etched floral design. It is a wonderfully crafted crystal vase with timeless elegance. This piece is perfect for flower or feather displays and would make a charming addition to a Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner table.

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 Like some of the other feather centerpieces, this feather wedding centerpiece has strands of acrylic crystal beads hanging from it.

However, this particular feather centerpiece is unique from the others in that it’s presented with uplighting under the clear vase. This has a beautiful effect, both on the feathers above and the crystals hanging from the top of the vase. 

White Feathers in Rose Gold Holder

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We love the look of these white feathers in their open, rose gold holder against a pink background. It spoke to us about romance and sweetness – what about you?

The open rose gold vase is a brilliant way to display these white feathers, and since they’re not fresh flowers, they don’t require water to stay looking beautiful!

Using an open vase gives the whole centerpiece a sense of lightness, almost as if it might lift off the table at any minute and bob around the ceiling! It’s a whimsical effect; perfect for the whimsy of a wedding.

White Feathers with Fifty Foot Strands of Acrylic Beads

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Yes, you read that right – those strands of acrylic crystal beads are fifty feet long! The length of these strands means that they’ve had to have been looped over and over again so they don’t drag on the table. 

The effect of so many crystals below a full plume of feathers is one of balance. Just as the feathers are light but plentiful, the multitude of acrylic crystal beads is transparent.

Green Feather Centerpiece

Kelly Green Turkey Feathers

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Wholesale Natural Barred Turkey Quill Feathers dyed KELLY GREEN will range 8-12 inches long and are available in a Left or Right Wing package per dozen. VISIT OUR HOME PAGE for more feather, sizes, styles and color options Our products are made with natural materials, therefore each item will have unique differences and variances.

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Of course, you don’t even have to use feathers that look like feathers – these feathers in teal-green remind us of the leaves of a palm tree!

These would be a great choice for a beach or tropical-themed wedding because they give the effect of a small palm tree at the centerpiece without the mess or weight of an actual one.

Elegant Feather Centerpiece

Peacock Pizazz! Luxury Peacock Feather and Rooster

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This elegant and unique 18 inch mat is created with exquisite peacock feathers with sparkling Czech crystals and luxurious rooster feathers. These will add a stunning addition to your table centerpiece or place setting. The first pictured mat is in Royal Blue and mats in other colors are also shown.

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This elegant feather centerpiece is the epitome of Art Deco glamour!

The white feathers, of course, are very Gatsby – but so too is the stand, in a beautiful shade of reflective gold and composed of the cleanest, sleekest lines. 

The feather centerpiece is another perfect balance – this time between simplicity and luxury. It could be the perfect feather wedding centerpiece for you!

Peacock Feather Centerpiece

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Peacocks are known globally for their gorgeous feathers, and we know your wedding reception would have a fabulous, fairy-like atmosphere with green and blue peacock feather centerpieces like these.

Just look how the dual-chrome shimmers, you can’t tell us that won’t entirely enchant your guests!

Burgundy Feather Centerpiece

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If red is for passion, then burgundy is its deeper sister who’s more sensual than fiery.

A sumptuous color that evokes thoughts of red wine and fruit, burgundy is a universal favorite. So, if you love the effect of red but don’t want to feel like your reception is on fire, burgundy could be a good choice. 

Mardi Gras Centerpiece

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Mardi Gras centerpiece is made to put on your table or your fireplace mante to Let the Good Times Roll. This is a custom design centerpiece that will be up to 26 long inches from end to end and up to 14 inches wide in the center. The centerpiece pictured is a previous design and used to show you what yours could look like.

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Feathers are also commonly associated with Mardi Gras, the French holiday that means “Fat Tuesday,” and signals the start of the Christian season of Lent. 

For a fun touch via feather at your Mardi Gras wedding, consider a centerpiece like this one! It’s low enough that your guests will be able to see and talk to each other, but varied enough to be interesting and gorgeous!

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