When it comes to making your own lighting, hanging light fixtures are amongst the easiest to make. All you need is a DIY lighting kit and about 5-10 minutes of your time. When used as wedding decor, hanging lights look absolutely majestic and literally make us swoon :) If you're wondering how to make your very special day even more authentically you, consider DIY-ing your own lighting and adding your own unique spin to it. It's A LOT easier than you may think, and it will cost you a fraction of what a wedding industry professional will charge you to create the same thing. We've been keeping our eyes + ears open for the best in hanging lighting, and we've curated a collection of our very favourites for you to see. We hope they inspire your wedding day's decor!

Mix hanging lights in with florals for a fun contemporary feel // Southbound Bride

Hanging lights off an archway adds a romantic touch // My Wedding Guides Blog

Chic, geometric pendant light fixtures above your tables creates a cozy ambiance // The Knot

Hang glass vintage lamps off an archway for a romantic soft glow // The Knot

Low hanging industrial-chic bulbs create a stunning visual that your guests will love! // The Knot

A sky-high table runner of lights is truly breathtaking // S tyle Me Pretty

Mixing different sizes of Edison bulbs with greenery will look breathtaking in a warehouse venue // Pinterest

Instead of a backdrop for your head table, opt for a hanging installation of lights! // N ouba Blog

It only takes a handful of hanging light fixtures to create an awe-inspiring look // Pinterest

Pair your hanging lights with geometric cages for a contemporary vibe // Bridal Guide

Use bottles around your hanging lights to create a charming light display // Erin Jean Photo

If your venue is outside, hang a string of lights on tree branches for an ethereal forest ambiance   // R uffled Blog

Pair your hanging lights with greenery + choose bulbs that emit white light for a glitzy vibe // 100 Layer Cake

Creating an embellished platform for your lights to hang from will truly inspire your guests! // P interest 

Opt for hundreds of hanging lights for a truly magnificent visual feast //  Bridal Musings

Match the finishing of your lighting's hardware to your decor for a fully cohesive look //  P interest

Hang single strands of twinkling lights over your tables for captivating reception décor //  Ruffled Blog

Chic Edison bulbs instantly upgrade an outdoor seating area while providing an intimate glow //  Snippet & Ink

Incorporate an array of mason jars for a rustic reception //  D eer Pearl Flowers

Wrap light cords in green garland for an enchanted forest feel //  Pinterest

Add cages to your hanging lights to accentuate an industrial theme //  H ello May

HOW TO DIY A HANGING LIGHT FOR YOUR WEDDING

Once you've wired your socket, you've got yourself a working hanging light fixture. The sky is the limit now - you can wrap them with a colored thread to perfectly match your wedding's decor, you can paint the hardware, you can create an installation out of them with IKEA hooks, you can string a bunch of them together - the list goes on and on. Once thing is certain though: you'll completely WOW your guests with your uniqueness!

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