Black, White & Tropical Bright Centerpiece

Posted by Rae Lynn on 7/7/2025 to Food & Wine

Black, White & Tropical Bright Centerpiece

Give your guests a tropical welcome they’ll never forget with this lush, citrus-drenched oasis framed in classic black and white.

Whether you're hosting a backyard luau, a vintage-style bridal brunch, or simply want to capture the charm of sipping mai tais on the veranda, this design is your one-way ticket to paradise.

CENTERPIECE IDEAS:

A hand-carved wooden pineapple, elevated on a pillar candle holder, serves as a striking focal point—blending heritage hospitality with handcrafted tradition.

Vibrant citrus halves and tropical foliage are layered together to create a richly textured arrangement with bursts of color that feel both abundant and intentional.

The symmetrical design, flanked by matching pineapple lanterns, offers a balanced view from every angle—making it visually captivating for every guest at the table.

Products Featured with Links

Distressed White Wood Pineapple - 15-inch

Additional Supplies

12" sturdy pedestal candle holder - black
8" floral foam disc
Mini ferns or similar picks
Palm & monstera leaves
Grapefruit, coconut, oranges, & limes
Plumeria blossoms - magenta and/or purple
Black tablecover
White satin or fabric table runner

Build Base

First, build a lush base for the pineapple centerpiece.

Start with an 8-inch floral foam disc—just the right size for a standard pillar candlestick.
Trim the top corner edge of the disc at an angle to create a beveled surface where greenery can be inserted more naturally.

Paint the sides of the disc hunter green to blend in with the foliage.
Insert mini faux ferns or tropical picks around the outer edge to create a flourishing, organic-looking base.

Set the Scene

Now it’s time to bring the table to life and let the tropical magic unfold.

Lay a white satin table runner across a black tablecloth to create contrast and visual drama.
Place your floral disc in the center of the runner.
Top the disc with a pillar candle holder and the distressed wooden pineapple.
Use hot glue to secure the pineapple and candlestick in place—stability is style!
Create a lush bed with monstera leaves & palm fronds, fanning them out down the center of the table runner.
Position two pineapple “WELCOME” lanterns—one on each side of the central pineapple.
These add both charm and structure.
Scatter halved and quartered grapefruits, oranges, limes, and coconuts along the greenery.
Accent with vibrant faux plumeria blossoms in magenta & purple for a balance of color.

Guest Experience

Echo the clean lines and classic elegance of the design with white napkins folded into a diamond shape.
Pair with polished silverware to contrast with the black basecloth.

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