Colours such as terracotta or burgundy work really well when planning a rustic wedding. These can be incorporated into your flowers, stationery, cake, and outfits. Rustic romance When it comes to decorating your tables, the options are endless. Your tables should be a focal point, so consider adding flowers, candles, mason jars, table sashes, and metallic cutlery. Consider hiring wooden tables to create a more rustic feel. Wooden cross-back chairs are a must, coupled with foliage laid on the tables and some wild, meadowstyle flowers. String lights are a must. These are extremely versatile and can be hung from trees, beams, the exterior of your venue, or around the tables. Lanterns are also a must-have detail that can decorate almost anything. All images from Getty Images Earthy, rustic weddings have been popular throughout 2023, and we don’t see this trend ending anytime soon. This theme is all about creating a setting that is laid-back and effortless. Keep your flowers relaxed and try to avoid peonies or flowers that sit neatly in your bouquet; instead, go for blooms such as roses, hydrangeas, and lots of trailing foliage. Place your blooms in milk churns, barrels, and rustic-looking vases. Denim and leather jackets are popular accessories that we’ve seen a lot of at rustic weddings. These can be personalised with your new last name, pearls, or embroidered flowers. Plus, they look wonderful in those allimportant photographs. For those of you thinking of an al fresco ceremony, look for bench seating or haybales; this is a great way to make the day feel more relaxed and rustic. A popular part of the rustic theme is minimalism. You don’t need to incorporate a huge amount of decoration to make an impact; instead, choose items that remind you of the outside and will tie in with a more laid-back atmosphere. If your wedding is in a barn or outside, there can be a lot of unused space. The best way to avoid this is to create wedding zones. Use wooden signs to point your guests to seating areas, any games you’ve set up, or any amenities they should be aware of. Be careful not to spread the zones out too much, as you don’t want your guests to not interact because they’re all scattered. VENUE STYLING 73
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