Crystal Bridges Museum
Sunlit, Citrus & Textural

A sunlit modern wedding with yellow-forward wedding florals, clean white urn moments, and a dinner-party reception with lamps + airy centerpieces.

This September 20th wedding at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art in Bentonville Arkansas was bright in the best way—warm wood ceilings, glass walls, and a floral direction that felt like a curated installation instead of “decor.” We leaned into golden yellows + creamy whites + soft greens, keeping shapes sculptural, light, and intentional so the flowers felt like part of the architecture.

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Photos by Caitlin Wilson Photography

The Ceremony: Two Urns, One Big Statement

For the ceremony, we kept the approach minimal and museum-clean—then anchored the space with two large white urn arrangements at the front. The florals were airy and asymmetrical, with a strong yellow read that popped against the neutral palette of the venue.

Design notes from this ceremony:

  • Statement urns instead of a traditional arch (clean, modern, photographs beautifully)
  • Yellow-forward ingredients for energy without feeling “theme-y”
  • Loose movement + negative space so the arrangements felt artful, not bulky
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Decorative setup with yellow flowers in vases and chairs in a modern indoor setting at Crystal Bridges Museum in Bentonville, designed by The Flowerslinger.
Large white floor vase with yellow flowers in a modern indoor setting at Crystal Bridges Museum in Bentonville, designed by The Flowerslinger.
Close up shot of yellow flowers in a large white vase at Crystal Bridges Museum in Bentonville, designed by The Flowerslinger.

Bridal + Personal Florals: White-Forward, Sunlit, and Textural

The bridal bouquet stayed clean and modern, built in a white-forward palette with layered texture and soft movement—easy, artful, and perfect against the architecture at Crystal Bridges. Bridesmaid bouquets followed the same direction so everything photographed cohesive, while the personals (like boutonnieres) were kept minimal and polished, with subtle warmth to tie back to the citrus-yellow floral story.

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Bride in a white dress holding a bouquet of flowers, surrounded by women in colorful dresses at Crystal Bridges Museum in Bentonville, designed by The Flowerslinger.
Three women in colorful dresses holding floral bouquets at Crystal Bridges Museum in Bentonville, designed by The Flowerslinger.
Group of women in formal dresses standing together in a concrete hallway at Crystal Bridges Museum in Bentonville, designed by The Flowerslinger.
Man in a tuxedo with groomsmen in formal attire, smiling outdoors at Crystal Bridges Museum in Bentonville, designed by The Flowerslinger.
Wedding couple surrounded by bridesmaids and groomsmen in front of a modern building at Crystal Bridges Museum in Bentonville, designed by The Flowerslinger.

The Reception: Dinner-Party Tables with Warm Light + Floral Still Lifes

Reception styling leaned into a modern dinner-party vibe: long tables, soft linens, and table lamps that made the room glow as the light shifted outside. Florals stayed low and conversational—airy, textured centerpieces that felt curated and editorial.

This style is perfect for couples who want:

  • a refined, modern look that still feels joyful
  • centerpieces that don’t block conversation
  • warm, cozy lighting that makes the whole room feel elevated
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Large indoor event space with wooden beams and tables set for a gathering with yellow florals at Crystal Bridges Museum in Bentonville, designed by The Flowerslinger.
Floral centerpiece on a table with wine glasses and a lamp in a softly blurred background at Crystal Bridges Museum in Bentonville, designed by The Flowerslinger.
Decorative table setting with flowers and glasses on a blurred background at Crystal Bridges Museum in Bentonville, designed by The Flowerslinger.
Seating chart with name tags on a striped wall with 'Find Your Seat' text, flanked by floral arrangements at Crystal Bridges Museum in Bentonville, designed by The Flowerslinger.
Floral arrangement in a white vase next to a wall with hanging name tags at Crystal Bridges Museum in Bentonville, designed by The Flowerslinger.
Decorative floral arrangement with white and yellow flowers in a vase on a table at Crystal Bridges Museum in Bentonville, designed by The Flowerslinger.
Dining table set with a white tablecloth and yellow flowers, surrounded by wooden chairs, with a forest view through large windows at Crystal Bridges Museum in Bentonville, designed by The Flowerslinger.
Modern dining table with chairs and floral arrangements in a bright room at Crystal Bridges Museum in Bentonville, designed by The Flowerslinger.
Elegant table setting with floral centerpieces, lamps, and place settings at Crystal Bridges Museum in Bentonville, designed by The Flowerslinger.
Decorative arrangement of lemons and flowers on a table with a blurred background at Crystal Bridges Museum in Bentonville, designed by The Flowerslinger.
Decorative table setting with flowers and tableware in a bright indoor setting at Crystal Bridges Museum in Bentonville, designed by The Flowerslinger.
Dinner party scene with guests seated at a table with floral centerpieces at Crystal Bridges Museum in Bentonville, designed by The Flowerslinger.
Elegant table setting with floral centerpieces in a modern indoor setting at Crystal Bridges Museum in Bentonville, designed by The Flowerslinger.
Dining setup with tables, chairs, and lamps in a large indoor space with wooden ceiling at Crystal Bridges Museum in Bentonville, designed by The Flowerslinger.
Decorative table setting with flowers, glasses, and cutlery on a formal event at Crystal Bridges Museum in Bentonville, designed by The Flowerslinger.
Long table set for a formal event with chairs and decorative items in a large room with wooden ceiling at Crystal Bridges Museum in Bentonville, designed by The Flowerslinger.

Palette + Floral Ingredients (Style Direction)

Color story: golden yellow, creamy white, soft green, hints of blush/peach

Style story: airy movement, sculptural silhouettes, intentional negative space
We design seasonally and make thoughtful substitutions when needed—keeping the overall look and feeling consistent.

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Floral arrangement in a white vase against a striped wall with hanging locks at Crystal Bridges Museum in Bentonville, designed by The Flowerslinger.
Decorative table setting with yellow flowers, white lamps, and place settings in an indoor setting at Crystal Bridges Museum in Bentonville, designed by The Flowerslinger.
Elegant table setting with yellow floral centerpieces, white plates, and silverware at Crystal Bridges Museum in Bentonville, designed by The Flowerslinger.
Decorative display with lemons and flowers next to a lamp and sign on a dark surface at Crystal Bridges Museum in Bentonville, designed by The Flowerslinger.

Planning a Crystal Bridges Wedding?

Crystal Bridges is one of the best venues in Northwest Arkansas for couples who love art, architecture, and a clean, modern setting. If you want florals that feel curated, editorial, and not cookie-cutter, we’re your people. We’ll help you build a floral plan that matches the scale of the space, the light, and the mood of your day.

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Our initial inquiry form can be found below. We ask for the preliminary information to help us prepare for your consultation. Please allow up to 72 hours for a response. 

Our Minimum For Full Service Floral Design Begins At $10,000.