A rustic wedding is a popular theme we’re asked for time and time again by clients. With the laid-back, carefree atmosphere it brings to the celebrations, this is a theme that fits with a marquee wedding perfectly and offers endless opportunities when it comes to styling.
We also love the fact that the homemade and handmade feel of a rustic wedding, brings the opportunity to get family and friends involved in bringing your wedding plans to reality.
To help get you started, here are just a few ideas for how you can introduce a rustic wedding theme to your special day.
Set the scene with vintage chairs and tables
Vintage trestle tables accompanied with wooden folding chairs or a selection of vintage chairs complements the rustic look and really help set the scene. Leave the table without tablecloths so diners can see the natural patterns and textures of the wood. Set the tables with pretty vintage crockery and table decorations sourced through local antique shops or specialist vintage suppliers.
Around the bar area, look for something quirky such as the oak barrel and adjustable fur topped bar stools.
A stacked suitcase bar table can double up not just as somewhere to rest your drinks, but also as a stand for holding a large floral display in a vintage vase, candelabra or even the wedding cake.
Serve up some retro cocktails from a handmade bar
One of the most asked for requests we get is for a rustic bar from which to serve up retro cocktails and drinks. Here we love how wooden apple crates have been used at the back of the bar for storing glasses and bottles.
Or, if you are feeling adventurous, why not check out how you could build your own! After all rustic and home made go hand-in-hand. For creative inspiration we found some brilliant examples of how others have been building rustic bars on Pinterest. This would make a great project for the groom and his friends.
Be on trend with hanging floral features
Hanging floral features are something we are seeing more and more of as a way to add impact and drama to wedding decorations. They also work incredibly well with a rustic wedding theme.
When choosing your flowers keep them simple and in season. Nothing too fussy or OTT. The beauty of rustic wedding flowers is that they are meant to look loose and organic. Aim for something natural and romantic, that looks like been freshly gathered from the garden.
For budding florists this is another opportunity to get creative and make your own. Check out Pinterest for inspiration.
Ivory pleated marquee lining provides the perfect backdrop
The best back drop to a rustic look is our ivory pleated lining on both the walls and ceilings of your marquee. This gives you the perfect blank canvas to dress as you wish. To complement the pleated lining we suggest using simple ‘nut’ coloured matting or carpet on the floor.
For more information for how to bring the rustic feel to your wedding day please feel free to speak to us here at Marquees and Pavilions. Call us on 01844 208 371 or take a look through our portfolio for inspiration and ideas.