Peculiarities of rustic weddings

For every couple, a wedding is a special event that you want to turn into an unforgettable holiday. That is why many newlyweds diligently prepare for the event, and also choose a single style of celebration. In this article we will look at the specifics of rustic weddings.

Eco-rustic weddings are gaining more and more popularity. Many newlyweds prefer to use this particular direction. Attracted by his lightness, a certain carelessness, simplicity. The style can be literally translated as "rustic". There will be no lush decorations and flower arrangements. It is important to organically combine natural elements with the classics of wedding decoration. Below we will consider the main features of the style.

• For this direction only natural materials are characteristic. You can use linen, wool, lace.
• Glass jars, iron buckets, wooden barrels, and carts will become successful decorative elements. You can use DIY decorative elements. This will successfully complement the style and help make the wedding more creative.

• The rustic style is unthinkable without wildflowers and trees. The elements can be used both in decor and in clothes and hairstyles.
• Cowboy boots and suspenders are relevant for the direction. It is good if the groom chooses such stylish and suitable clothes for himself.
• A wedding involves a lot of open space. Ideally, the ceremony will take place in the open air.

• As for food, it should be delicious and homemade. It is not necessary to splurge on caviar and gorgeous snacks, the main thing is that the table is filled with your favorite dishes.
• The color scheme can be very diverse.This style involves the use of cream, white, cornflower blue, yellow shades. Delicate milky tones, green will look good. It is important to avoid very bright colors, and you also need to skillfully combine all the tones. It is best to use only a few primary colors. For example, it can be white and cream or yellow and beige.

Of course, any bride dreams of shining on such an important day for her. Remember to stick with style, though. For a rustic wedding, choose a knee-length chintz sundress or a Greek-style dress. A dress with an open back will look gorgeous. It is better to choose gentle, pastel colors: beige, cream, white, ivory. The main thing in the dress is flowing fabric, which will convey the delicate image of the bride. Silk or chiffon can be used.

But as a bride should not dress, it is too pompous. Do not use models with a fluffy corset, as well as a large number of decorative and shiny elements. Pay due attention to optional accessories. A hat or a bag made of burlap will organically emphasize the stylish image of the bride. Shoes should also be simple. If the wedding takes place in winter, then you can throw on a sheep's coat.

Clothes and hairstyle simply have to overlap. Lilies can be beautifully woven into braids. Forget about bulky hairstyles, a simple braid will look the most interesting here. Wooden beads, earrings, bracelets, as well as handicrafts are very relevant. Choose a bouquet carefully - it should consist of any wildflowers. Chamomile and dandelions will look stylish. You can combine plants in a single composition, it should be simple but attractive.

Special attention should be paid to makeup. Bright red lips or too expressive shiny eyes are not welcome here. The style is based on naturalness. It should be observed when creating makeup. The more natural the image, the more spectacular the bride will look. In this case, you can spare no money for high-quality and long-lasting cosmetics. If you want to add a little accent, then you can highlight the face with the help of blush. Again, you should choose gentle tones based on your skin type. It is better to buy eyeshadows in brown shades. A little pearlescent tints will add tenderness to the bride.

The groom on this day should also be on top. A rustic look suggests any muted-delicate tones, except for black. You can choose brown linen trousers or cotton options in dark gray. The shirt should be white, with short or long sleeves. The original option will be braces to match the trousers. They perfectly emphasize the stylistic direction.

You can complement the image with a cap, a vest, but everything must be in harmony in tonality. The boutonniere will be the final touch. It is recommended to make them the same colors as the bridal bouquet. Insert simple daisies or a rowan twig to emphasize the simplicity and appeal of the style. The groom should not wear black patent leather shoes with a pointed toe, top hat, tailcoat. All this is completely inappropriate in this style.

Friends of the newlyweds also want to dress stylishly. It is important to take into account all the accessories that will organically fit into the style of each party to the holiday. For example, bridesmaids can opt for long skirts or short sundresses. It is important that in their texture they are light and flowing. For example, you should give preference to chiffon. You can use delicate beige, milky, green tones.The main thing is not to choose white, as well as the tonality in which the bride will be.

You can use embroidery, floral motifs in the design. As for shoes, flat sandals or sandals with a small heel would be a good option. Hair can be loose or a little messy. It will look stylish and trendy. But make-up for bridesmaids should be made natural in order to be in the same style. You can use tones based on clothing: lavender, pale green, beige. It is also not forbidden to add mother-of-pearl.

A themed wedding will not be complete without an appropriate table. It is also worth adhering to all the rules of the "rustic" style here. For example, you should definitely offer guests plum or apricot compote, cherry liqueur, homemade wine, kvass. But what cannot be put on the table is vodka, cognac, carbonated drinks. Dishes can be successfully supplemented with pickles, sauerkraut, curd or meat pancakes. There must be vegetables and fruits. Pay attention to cheeses, home-made sausages, baked potatoes with sour cream. Everything should be delicious home-style so that guests feel comfortable.

It's no secret that the main dish at a wedding is cake. By the way, it can be successfully replaced with a loaf or pie. Do not decorate the surface with mastic. However, if you still want to break the rules a little, then decorate each tier with fresh flowers so that everything is kept in the same style. For decoration, you can use rowan twigs, maple leaves. Only natural materials should be present on the table. It is better to choose a lace tablecloth. Napkins and jars can be decorated with burlap, birch bark. An original idea would be to write table numbers on wooden planks. You can also embroider numbers on linen and put them on tables.

You don't have to spend fabulous money to make your dream wedding come true. A rustic holiday is notable for the fact that you can create with your own hands most of the important elements that people usually spend money on. For example, invitations. Self-made options will be more appreciated, and such extraordinary invitations look stylish and fashionable.

You can make them from ordinary scrap materials. Take vintage postcards as a base. Write a heartfelt text on them, and do not be afraid to show emotions, because the guests will undoubtedly appreciate your efforts. A regular paper envelope can be replaced with a burlap sack, in addition to a postcard, by putting a little surprise there. For example, plant seeds, chocolate, flowers. They will tune the invited person to the theme of the holiday.

Do not forget about the album for wishes. This book should also have thematic elements. The cover can be left in the classic wood, or sheathed with burlap like invitations. After all, it is here that guests will leave pleasant wishes or even a photo to the young as a keepsake of the holiday. The original option would be to create a similar book in the form of a tree bark. There the invitees will be able to make inscriptions for the bride and groom. You can go even further and make a book in the form of a chest, where guests will put their kind words on wooden hearts. Such a creative approach will cause delight and a storm of positive emotions.

It is very important to decorate cars stylishly for the holiday. It can be bright (but not too bright) ribbons, of course, fresh flowers, flags, hearts. The main thing is to organically combine everything in color and style. By the way, a horse with a cart will also be a suitable mode of transport for newlyweds.If you want to move faster, you can leave the car and use the horse for a creative photo shoot, decorating it in a rustic style. Based on the time of year when you will have a solemn event, it is worth choosing the location of the event.

An autumn wedding is attractive with a riot of colors. Parks and gardens are worth a look at this time of year. It is there that the celebration can be successfully celebrated. It is allowed to choose a restaurant with an open terrace, because if it suddenly rains, it will be easy to hide inside. In autumn, the most colorful and interesting pictures are obtained. As a background, you can choose yellowed leaves, a lake with floating ducks.

The formation of a new family is also successfully celebrated in winter. Choose any restaurant that matches the style and add your own decor. It is good if the winter wedding includes a fireplace. It will allow you to capture a cozy atmosphere, create beautiful photographs. But you shouldn't create too fanciful design - this style does not imply numerous draperies, gilding, crystal chandeliers.

Spring is a time of renewal and a good time for a wedding. You can hold a celebration in a country hotel, in an old wooden manor. Be sure to pay due attention to the simplicity and naturalness of all the elements of the holiday. It would be a good idea to arrange wooden, straw furniture, beautiful candlesticks, books on the shelves. The rustic style and carts are emphasized, as well as paintings on the walls.

If you are having a summer wedding, you can organize it on the banks of the river or the sea. In order for the occasional rain not to be taken by surprise, it is worth taking care of the availability of awnings. Be sure to place paths or planks on the ground or sand. This will embellish the style and make it easier to move around.

Note that the "rustic" style is more of a Jewish type of celebration. It is not customary here to ransom the bride, however, it is not forbidden to do so. Traditionally, the morning of the most important day for the bride and groom begins separately. Each of them carefully prepares for the celebration, conducts a photo session of the training camp. After that, the groom goes after the bride, they get into the car and go together to the registration. You can also drive separately, as in Europe. After the newlyweds have exchanged rings, they go to a photo session in the chosen place. And then a banquet awaits the guests.

As for music, you should give preference to country, folk, jazz. It is better to have energetic compositions in stock. The host will take care of the thematic contests. It is worth choosing a professional team carefully, it is worth talking with the hosts in advance about what the contests will be, and telling your preferences for musical compositions. This will avoid possible unpleasant surprises. According to the scenario, the cake is the culmination of the celebration. It should be as simple as possible, emphasizing the given style. You should not saturate the dessert with various decorations; fresh fruits, nuts, honey will be enough. The main thing is natural ingredients. You can use leaves of mint, raspberry, strawberry to decorate the cake in an original way.

It is important to observe the design of all elements in the "rustic" style. The obligatory decor is fresh flowers. If you want to play a wedding in winter, then potted options can also be used. Consider the options for the decor of different elements.

• Tables. Here, the main emphasis should be on natural fabrics. You can use cotton options, linen.On the table, a good solution would be to arrange candlesticks with candles. Don't forget about fresh flowers. It can be gladioli in pots, violets, as well as any other indoor options. As for the dishes, they can be either earthenware or wooden.

• Chairs. It is worth noting that metal and plastic should not be used in this style. It is better to give preference to natural wood. Such chairs can be beautifully decorated with burlap, and a small bow can be tied at the back. It is allowed to use ordinary shops as well. The rustic style involves a lot of guests, which means that they should all be seated at the table.

• Painting area. If you are doing a wedding in nature, be sure to pay attention to this area. You can hang planters with greenery from the trees. The arch is also an important element of the holiday. It can be a large wooden barrel, beautifully decorated with flowers. It is recommended to arrange fruit baskets throughout the site. And guests can sit on cute chests.

• Invitations. They can be stylishly made in the form of scrolls tied with straws. Let the text be written with a pen, just like on the landing cards.

In order for the holiday to be remembered by everyone who came, it is worth creating the necessary atmosphere, organizing a photo zone. You will need natural materials. These can be carts and wheels, haystacks, watering cans and buckets, bottles and barrels, candles, bicycles, hammocks. All these attributes will be able to emphasize style, capture vivid shots, deliver positive emotions not only to the bride and groom, but to all guests. Usually the photo zone is done in nature. If the weather does not allow, then you can choose a secluded place.

It would be nice to make a high wooden fence, a wardrobe, antique doors as the main background. All this is easy to decorate with spruce twigs, herbs. Straw benches can also be created. Chalk tablets are an interesting idea. It is also quite possible to independently make large letters from polystyrene - the initials of the bride and groom. These pictures will take their rightful place in your photo album. Additional accessories can be decorative horseshoes, honey, garland with colored flags. DIY paper decorations can be easily done. It is not forbidden to decorate jars and jugs beautifully. Remember that “old” details will do the trick for a rustic celebration. For example, you can artificially compose all the necessary paraphernalia for the holiday.

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