Are you dreaming of a wedding that blends the countryside vibe with a touch of elegance? Then opt for a unique rustic theme!

 

Rustic weddings embrace natural elements, earthy tones, and vintage accents to create a warm and inviting atmosphere for your guests.

 

In this article, our expert florist suggests 21+1 rustic wedding ideas to help you craft the country chic wedding of your dreams, whether planning an outdoor barn celebration or an intimate garden gathering.

 

Ready for some inspo?

 

So, let’s choose your rustic wedding decor.

 

Choosing a Rustic-Friendly Scenery

To nail a country-style wedding opt for the appropriate scenery. The venue comes first on your list.

 

Here are some rustic-friendly ideas for venues.

 

1.    Select a Barn Venue

What can be more appropriate than a classic barn venue to set the tone for your rustic wedding theme?

 

The wooden beams and open space are ideal for creating a cozy, country backdrop.

 

2.    Tie the Knot in a Winery

If you like wine and the arcane process of its making go for the eclectic scenery only a country-side winery can provide.

 

You can offer your guests not only a unique celebration but you will initiate them into the mystic world of the favorite drink of Gods. 

 

3.    Exchange Vows in a Fruitful Vineyard

For a rustic theme wedding held in the summer, choose a farm of grapevines.

 

Why not? It embodies the perfect country chic scenery to unfold a ceremony with distinct rustic elements.

 

Jim Labraco’s expertise and creative team can transform any venue into a dreamy one with flower creations that are out of this world.

 

4.    Say “I Do” in a Rustic Warehouse

Why not make the difference and hold your reception in a rustic warehouse? Like in a small beer brewery for instance?

 

A winery is a more traditional choice but a local beer winery? Awesome! And you can proudly announce… “There is beer for everyone”!

 

Creating Rustic Wedding Decorations

Getting into the more juicy stuff, now, here are some rustic wedding decor ideas for imposing decorations.

 

5.    Enter Through a Rustic Wedding Arch

Create a stunning ceremony backdrop with a wooden arch adorned with greenery, flowers, or draped fabric.

 

You can exchange your vows in front of it, or have it at your reception’s entrance. Take a look at Jim Labraco’s work for a private villa wedding in Mykonos.

 

6.    Place Some Vintage Doors

Use vintage doors as a gate to your ceremony space or as a backround for your altar or photo booth.

 

7.    Serve the Menu on Barrel Tables

Repurpose wooden barrels as cocktail tables or bases for your dessert or drink stations.

 

Whether you are hosting your wedding in a winery or not, barrel tables will offer a rustic theme twist to your celebration.

 

8.    Incorporate Some Vintage Furniture

For a rustic country wedding incorporate vintage furniture pieces like armchairs, dressers, or old trunks into your décor.

 

Highlight the nostalgic vibe and create a comfy environment for your guests in one package.

 

9.    Light Up the Reception with Twinkling String Lights

Sparkle up the ambiance with some light. Not any kind of light though.

 

Opt for string bulb lights or small candle-feel lights to add a romantic glow to your evening wedding draped across the venue or wrapped around trees. We are talking about the absolute vintage aura, here!

 

10. Capture Memories with a Rustic Photo Booth

Allow your guests to create their own memories from your special day.

 

Place a photo booth with a rustic backdrop, such as a wooden pallet wall decorated with flowers or greenery. The country chic aura will accompany everyone for years to remember.

 

Time For Some Rustic-Friendly Centerpieces

To create an integrated rustic wedding decoration, choose your centerpieces wisely.

 

The following ideas can give you a hint.

 

11. Place Mason Jar Centerpieces

When wondering about what centerpiece decor to choose, mason jars can be the answer.

 

We are talking about the ultimate rustic-friendly accents here. Fill mason jars with wildflowers, candles, or even fairy lights to create simple yet alluring centerpieces.

 

12. Use Burlap and Lace Accents

Another element to incorporate in your rustic chic wedding is burlap and lace.

 

Combine them both for a rustic yet elegant touch in your table runners, chair sashes, or wedding favors.

 

13. Illumine Your Wedding Dinner with Lantern Lighting

Wooden, metallic, or tinted glass lanterns embody perfectly the country chic vibe.

 

Use them as table centerpieces or aisle markers, to add a soft glow to your rustic wedding setting.

 

14. Choose Tree Stump Décor Centerpieces

For more earthy vibes, use tree stumps as bases for floral arrangements, candles, or even as serving plates for cheese platters.

 

Add Rustic Wedding Themes All Over

Spread the rustic theme vibes all over the reception venue and live the happiest day of your life like in a fairytale.

 

15. Guide Your Guests with Wooden Signage

Don’t leave your guests at a loss.

 

Guide them with hand-painted wooden signs directing them to different areas of your venue.

 

16. Opt for Hay Bale Seating

Use hay bales covered with cozy blankets or quilts as seating for your ceremony or reception.

 

17. Enrich the Tables with Wildflower Bouquets

Loose, unstructured bouquets of wildflowers capture ideally the essence of the countryside.

 

Fill metal cans with wildflowers to keep your floral decor simple yet rustic-friendly.

 

Whatever your favorite flower Jim Labraco has you covered. We can create unique floral designs from an explicit range of rustic flowers and greenery for imposing centerpiece decors.

 

18. Cut the Cake in a Rustic Cake Stand

Your cake stand can’t be an exception to the rule.

 

Display your wedding cake on a wooden cake stand for a simple yet beautiful rustic touch.

 

Extra Tip: To give your wedding cake a rustic twist too, order some buttercream floral decor on it.

 

19. Give Info with Chalkboard Signs

Revive old-school childhood memories with some chalkboard signs.

 

Use them for your menu, seating chart, or welcome message to add a personalized, yet unquestionable rustic element.

 

20. Wood Slice Place Cards

Craft place cards from wood slices, adding a personal touch with handwritten names or initials.

 

Some Extra Rustic Wedding Decorations

Give some thought to the following inspo tips for extra country chic touches.

 

21. Sent Rustic Invitations

Set that country chic tone in your wedding right from the start. Actually, even before that.

 

Send invitations made from kraft paper, featuring nature-inspired designs or tied with twine and sealed with wax.

 

22. Serve Farm-to-Table Menu

How about satisfying your guests’ appetite with a farm-to-table menu that honors the countryside in the best possible way?

 

Serve foods featuring fresh, locally sourced, and organic ingredients to complement your rustic theme wedding to the highest degree.

FAQs

1. What Are Some Popular Rustic Wedding Venues?

Popular rustic wedding venues include barns, vineyards, outdoor gardens, and farms. They represent perfectly the natural, countryside atmosphere that aligns with a rustic theme.

 

1. What Colors Fit Best a Rustic Wedding Theme?

Opt for earthy tones like sage green, dusty blue, soft beige, and blush. They are ideal for a rustic wedding. You can incorporate deeper hues like burgundy, navy, or mustard for a bolder contrast or a more wintery scene.

 

1. Can I Create a Rustic Feel in an Indoor Wedding Venue?

Certainly!

For an indoor rustic wedding theme choose wooden tables, vintage furniture, twinkling string lights, and nature-inspired centerpieces. Adding greenery, burlap table runners, and rustic signage will enhance the country’s chic look.