'90s-Themed Wedding Ideas: 22 Options We Love

Are you organizing your ideal wedding with a '90s theme? With these imaginative wedding ideas with a '90s theme, we can assist you with anything from locations to clothing to décor.

A party inspired by the 1990s is no exception to the rule that decade-themed weddings can be elegant and enjoyable if you know when to pick your moments. When trying to bring this vibrant era to life, a little goes a long way, whether you're organizing a ceremony, reception, or both for the 1990s. Fortunately, there is plenty of opportunity for planners and couples to experiment with sentimental concepts from well-known fashions, songs, and designs. Read on to see some unconventional wedding ideas with a '90s theme that are all that and a bag of chips.

What is a '90s-themed wedding? 

The highlights of the 1990s are the main emphasis of a ceremony and/or reception with a '90s theme. People's emotional attachment to the various symbols connected with pop culture is not surprising, especially in this era when most couples getting married are '90s offspring since the concept of pop culture took off thanks to the Internet.

Almost everything we use today, including entertainment, fashion, and technology, was impacted in a certain way by the 1990s. Celebrities like Jennifer Aniston and Will Smith are as relevant today as they were years ago. At the same time, iconic television programs like Friends and The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air serve as cultural touchstones for viewers of all ages.

Take a trip back in time with these Hella fly '90s-themed wedding ideas:

A '90s wedding theme is ideal for couples who adore the decade and its amazing products. We've hand-picked 22 incredibly cool wedding ideas inspired by the '90s.

Creative '90s-themed wedding ideas for décor

Like all other decades, the 1990s aesthetic drew inspiration from its predecessors and evolved. Determining whether the '90s look you wish to emphasize—bright colors and geometric shapes or a neutral, melancholy color palette that also influenced the decade—is crucial to choosing the ideal color scheme.

The décor is where you can make your wedding with a 90s theme stand out, whether you want to go all out or add a few accents here and there. Use your imagination to create anything you want with the following concepts.

1. Your wedding cake should be centered around '90s forms and motifs.

2. Make a photo wall with a 90s theme, complete with vibrant graffiti and phrases from the era. Include photo booth accessories like Game Boys, Bop Its, or any other classic toys that every child of the 1990s had to own.

3. Using a little craft glue, make light-up flower boxes for arrangements using cassette tapes and battery-operated twinkle lights.

4. To welcome your guests as they journey through time, create or purchase a balloon arch for your venue's entry that features colors from the 1990s.

5. To add further '90s flair to each table, scatter Ring Pops or Pop Rocks over a runner.

'90s-themed wedding ideas for invitations and save-the-dates

With your' 90s-themed wedding invites or save-the-date cards, you can go all out, but you'll definitely want to keep your theme a little subtle to prevent appearing tacky at the ceremony. If you are unsure of where to begin, consider what initially drew you both to this concept. Was it a specific TV series or film? A palette of colors? Sound? Utilize that to inform your design.

6. Use a glossy black background and bright pink, green, or blue text to create the illusion of a neon sign. Use triangles, squiggles, circles, and straight lines to decorate the edges, much like confetti.

7. Do you want to accept the concept and embrace it to the fullest? Make a mixtape using real cassettes with your wedding playlist, then print invitation information on the notes that are included.

8. Include lyrics from your favorite song from the 1990s, such as the one below, which features a boom box and the line "it takes two to make it outtalk sight, it takes two to make a thing go right."

9. Find the most iconic 1990s pictures of you and your future spouse that you can find, and place them next to a statement like, "These two '90s babies are getting married!"

'90s-themed wedding ideas for dresses and outfits

At a wedding with a '90s theme, you have many alternatives for formal and casual attire. There are many ways to incorporate this motif into your wedding, whether you want to wear a classic white dress and accessorize it with a jean jacket or something neon-inspired from the 1990s.

10. Go retro by wearing a wedding gown that was genuinely from the 1990s, either borrowed or thrifted. The bolero-style collar, short hemline, or off-the-shoulder sleeves will likely tell you whether the dress is from the 1990s.

11. Personalize a pair of denim jackets with your names to wear over your wedding attire. Alternatively, embrace the concept and select windbreakers or color block coats from the 1990s to wear during your photo session.

12. Accessorize your contemporary gown with some incredibly stylish '90s pieces. Consider fanny packs, bright scrunchies, and pearled headbands.

13. Learn which shoes from the 1990s are currently in style and wear them to the reception.

Song ideas for your '90s-themed wedding

The most significant music suggestions for your wedding with a '90s theme come from the three most popular genres of the time: hip-hop, dance-pop, and rock & roll. No '90s-themed wedding would be complete without some of these fantastic songs, whether you decide to play an instrumental rendition as you walk down the aisle or set up all the best jams to play at your reception.

14. Get all pop with Ace of Base, Christina Aguilera, and Britney Spears.

15. If you want more hip-hop impact, dance to early Jay-Z, Dr. Dre, and Salt-N-Pepa.

16. Air guitar combined with dance remixes of classic rock songs by bands like R.E.M., Guns N' Roses, and Metallica.

17. Having trouble coming up with ideas? From Nirvana's "Smells Like Teen Spirit" to Daft Punk's "Around the World," this Rolling Stone list evaluates the Top 50 songs of the decade. Not satisfied with fifty songs? From No. 140 down, this article ranks every No. 1 song from the 1990s.

Venues that are perfect for a '90s-themed wedding

We have locations you can hire today and venue ideas, ranging from retro dance clubs to event spaces with relevant designs.

18. Rock and Roll Hall of Fame: For many years, corporate gatherings, weddings, and galas have occurred at the Cleveland-based museum. You can pick only one location for your reception or choose from seven floors of exhibitions and outdoor space. However, deciding on alternatives like a beer garden, a waterfront atrium, and world-renowned exhibition rooms filled with authentic rock memorabilia from decades past cannot be easy. Having your wedding ceremony and reception with a '90s theme in a music museum or concert hall is a fantastic alternative if you don't want to be married in Ohio.

19. Two Bit Circus: As the Netflix documentary High Score attests, video games were fantastic in the 1990s. This event venue in Los Angeles is ideal for your special day, regardless of your preference for vintage pinball games or virtual headsets. Their Micro Amusement Park can accommodate groups of ten or more people for private gatherings. Story rooms, multiplayer midway games, and completely immersive virtual reality experiences are all included in the package. Are you trying to find something comparable to where you are? Retro bowling alleys and arcade bars are great places to experience the spirit of the 1990s.

20. The Schuyler: Do you want a slightly more formal wedding style without compromising your '90s theme? Try this Washington, D.C., art-deco event venue. Its clean lines and neon lighting make it ideal for a subdued interpretation of this decade's greatest themes. With the assistance of its in-house experts, you can drastically alter this area, which is actually renowned for its expert, theater-grade lighting.

21. Corinthian Grand Ballroom: This type of ballroom is a fantastic choice for weddings with a '90s theme and more extensive guest lists. Some of the '90s youth in attendance will undoubtedly enjoy the Corinthian Grand Ballroom's neon mood lighting and gothic chandeliers in addition to its indoor palm trees adorned in twinkle lights. Regardless of location, watch for features that evoke your favorite 90s flavor. Small accents like these are sophisticated, elegant, and on-theme.

22. Il Villaggio Exclusive Weddings and Special Events: This opulent location is ideal for weddings with a '90s theme that wish to include neon lights, live music, and luxurious experiences. In addition to all of that, this location features award-winning caterers and crystal chandeliers. Try '90s wedding venues if you're searching for something comparable in a different location. They can accommodate vintage cover bands and still look classy.

Celebrate the '90s (and your love) in style!

As demonstrated by the aforementioned examples and concepts, the secret to organizing a party themed around any decade is to combine the elements that most resonated with you with the symbols that symbolize that era.