Cylinder vases combined with floating candles make a perfect centerpiece for any wedding table that is extremely elegant and more economical than fresh flowers.

Of all the centerpiece ideas out there, these are among the most popular. You can do so much with them and you can also add different objects to create the right feel and perfectly match your theme. Like the centerpiece pictured above, you use an assortment of cylinder vases, fill them with flower petals and water, then place  3″ floating candles in them. Add a few matching color votive candles in glass holders as accents, and you have an elegant centerpiece that will be the focal point for your reception hall.

If you would like some additional ideas like this, try going to Do It Yourself Weddings for their great ideas and suggestions. Whichever centerpiece ideas you like best just keep in mind that they need to match your colors and the theme of your wedding.

Pink votive holders are the perfect way to add a pop of color to any decor.  Pink votive holders feature one of the most popular wedding colors of 2010, a vibrant hot pink.  Pink votive holders would look great on a black or white tablecloth.  The votive candles shown in this picture are white, which really makes the pink stand out.

Place square votive holders in organza bags for elegant party, shower, or wedding favors for guests.  Square votive holders are great favors because they are inexpensive, yet beautiful.  This is a functional favor that guests are sure to enjoy.  Organza bags are available in virtually any color, so this is a creative way to add color to guest tables.

Cylinder vases can be used in thousands of different ways.  They are great for holding pillar candles or floating candles, and they are fantastic for floral arrangements.  The picture above shows just one way a cylinder vase can be transformed into a beautiful centerpiece.  A flower ball with sparkling crystals is placed on top of a cylinder vase, and votive candles in clear votive holders bring soft light to the table.  This centerpiece is very simple, but is so extraordinary.

Unscented candles are mostly commonly used for events where food is being served, or in large groups where people may have allergies to scented candles.  Some highly scented candles can trigger attacks in those who suffer from asthma.  Pillar candles, floating candles, tealight candles, votive candles, and taper candles are usually always available without scent.  Unscented candles are available in many different colors and styles and are typically used for restaurants, weddings, and other large events.

Hang frosted votive candle holders from branches to create a very unique centerpiece.  The centerpieces pictured above have tall bamboo and colorful vase rocks, which are arranged in tall flared vases.  Frosted votive candle holders are hanging at different heights from the bamboo.  There are several different ways to make hanging votive holders, but one of the easiest methods is outlined on The Nettleton Hollow Blog.  This type of centerpiece can be altered very easily to match any color choice.

Black, white, and green votive candles can be used to decorate any room or special event in a modern color combination.  A black and white color scheme is very classic and elegant, but adding a pop of green makes an incredible and very modern look.  Mix black, white, and green votive candles on a single table, or alternate single colors on tables with contrasting table linens.

Orbit Votive Holder by Moments of Glitz

Navy blue unscented votive candles are perfect for the Orbit votive holder, which is handcrafted by the lovely ladies at Moments of Glitz.  Navy blue unscented votive candles perfectly complement the shades of blue in this vibrant votive holder and make the colors dance in the candlelight.  The Orbit votive holder would be a great addition to dinner tables, holiday parties, and especially blue weddings.

Yellow, brown, and orange votive candles are perfect for decorating for Thanksgiving.  Use a mixture of these beautiful fall colors throughout the home, business, or for special holiday events.  Yellow, brown, and orange votive candles mimic the vivid colors of the changing leaves in autumn.  Use votive candles to add a pop of color to the table for Thanksgiving dinner.

This marvelous centerpiece is designed with fresh flowers, different types of candles, and a variety of glass candle holders.  The large hurricane lamp in the middle is accenting a 3″x6″ pillar candle.  There are silver mint julep cups holding small arrangements of fresh flowers around the large hurricane.  Then, there are three cylinder vases in different sizes holding 3″ floating candles with more flowers submerged in the water.  Votive candles and matching rose petals are used to fill in the space between the cylinder vases.  This centerpiece includes many elements that create a very classic and elegant look.