Rustic chic is a very popular theme for brides that embrace their Texas roots. Rustic weddings makes guests feel as though they have taken a little step back to days gone by, when popular social functions were held at little church chapels or a neighbor's barn.
You can pull off the perfect barn wedding by combining the right elements to keep it chic, and not kitschy.
You can pull off the perfect barn wedding by combining the right elements to keep it chic, and not kitschy.
One of the benefits of a barn wedding is that you can keep things relatively simple. Weddings were not nearly as extravagant as present times, and you can draw your inspiration from that and then give it your own flair.
Here are a few elements that can be combined to create the perfect barn wedding.
Here are a few elements that can be combined to create the perfect barn wedding.
Raw Materials
I love that raw wood is so in right now! Use them to highlight different items or as pillars, as this bride did with her cake.
I love that raw wood is so in right now! Use them to highlight different items or as pillars, as this bride did with her cake.
Mason Jars
Mason jars are an absolute must! Use them to serve pink lemonade or sweet iced tea. They can also be incorporated into your decor. They make excellent vases for your flowers or fill them with candy on a candy bar.
Mason jars are an absolute must! Use them to serve pink lemonade or sweet iced tea. They can also be incorporated into your decor. They make excellent vases for your flowers or fill them with candy on a candy bar.
Feminine Flowers
Because your venue if more rustic, you can balance that with the flowers you choose. Incorporate softer flowers such as Hydrangeas, Rananculous, Carnations, or even wildflowers to add feminine touches.
Because your venue if more rustic, you can balance that with the flowers you choose. Incorporate softer flowers such as Hydrangeas, Rananculous, Carnations, or even wildflowers to add feminine touches.
Lighting
A traditional barn tends to have low lighting and in many places you will need to provide some additional lighting so that people can see, especially in the evening. Luckily, if you do it right, it will only add to the ambiance.
A traditional barn tends to have low lighting and in many places you will need to provide some additional lighting so that people can see, especially in the evening. Luckily, if you do it right, it will only add to the ambiance.
Cowboy Boots
Boots are a more practical option for a barn wedding than heels because this venue will probably have uneven walking surfaces and lots of tall grass. Luckily, it's in and when paired with a simple summer dress, it's adorable!
Boots are a more practical option for a barn wedding than heels because this venue will probably have uneven walking surfaces and lots of tall grass. Luckily, it's in and when paired with a simple summer dress, it's adorable!
The Dress
Last, but certainly not least, what kind of dress should you choose? For a barn wedding, you probably want something simple and more fitted for practical purposes.
I love a dress with vintage lace detail because the dress will mirror the time period and feel of the rest of the wedding. If you plan to wear your boots, then get a dress where you can show them off a little.
Finish the look with your grandmother's pearl and you will look perfect.
Last, but certainly not least, what kind of dress should you choose? For a barn wedding, you probably want something simple and more fitted for practical purposes.
I love a dress with vintage lace detail because the dress will mirror the time period and feel of the rest of the wedding. If you plan to wear your boots, then get a dress where you can show them off a little.
Finish the look with your grandmother's pearl and you will look perfect.
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