VENUE STYLING 73 Earthy, rustic weddings have been popular throughout the last few years, and we don’t see this trend ending anytime soon. 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. 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. 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 all-important photographs. 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. 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 laidback atmosphere. Rustic romance
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