Charming Country Wedding Ideas
A wedding out in the countryside is a wonderful way to bring friends and family together in an informal celebration. Make the most of the wonderful setting by incorporating elements with a great country flair. Get inspired with these charming country wedding ideas.
The flowers for a country wedding should have an informal, natural style. Loose arrangements of wildflowers, daisies, or seasonal potted flowers like geraniums or mums would be perfect. Choose centerpiece vessels with a relaxed feeling. Handpainted pitchers, mason jars, wooden boxes, and wicker baskets would all be great examples of centerpiece containers with a country flair. For the wedding ceremony, use yellow and white gingham ribbon to hang daisy pomanders from the backs of chairs.
Definitely the attire for a country wedding should suit the setting as well. A lace gown in white or ivory would be lovely for the bride. A heavier lace such as Venise would be particularly nice. A simple pearl necklace and a short veil will complete the bride’s look. A super cute detail would be pearl tipped pins to coordinate with the pearl necklace in the centers of daisies as the bride’s bouquet. As for the bridesmaids, knee length dresses in a floaty cotton voile would be beautiful. Choose a cheerful color like yellow, spring green, or red for their dresses. For the flower girl, a cotton dress with smocking and white sandals would be absolutely precious.
Country celebrations always involve a lot of great food. There is no need to make it fancy, just make it delicious and abundant. For the cocktail hour, serve favorites like fried green tomatoes, dilled potato salad, and mini sliders. As for the main course, treat your guests to good ol’ country fare like chicken fried steak with homemade mashed potatoes, and fresh vegetables. Another great option would be barbeque with all the fixins’ like corn on the cob, fresh cole slaw, the works. The way to make it feel special enough to serve at a wedding is to present the food in an elegant way, rather than the ultra-casual way one might for a picnic. With all the details in place, your country wedding is sure to be nothing short of delightful!
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There are so many wonderful options for wedding venues! The only problem is that it can be hard to pick just one from among all of the beautiful choices. Chic urban loft? Charming country inn? Grand art museum? Rustic barn? These are some of the things to consider when deciding between having a city wedding or a country wedding.
Certainly, there are many fantastic things about getting married in a big city. The style and excitement are unmatched. The choices for venues are also marvelous. You could have an ultra-stylish cocktail party in a hip loft (so fun for your friends). Or rent a space in a grand venue, like the soaring atrium of a fine art museum after hours (perfect for a black tie wedding). Of course big cities also have spectacular venues overlooking sparkling skylines from high above, elegant hotels, private clubs, and unique gallery spaces. There is almost no limit, except of course, for your budget.
Country weddings have a much slower pace than city affairs. Some couples really like the laid-back vibe of a wedding out in the countryside “away from it all”. Obviously, there will be many more choices for outdoor weddings in natural settings once you head away from a big city. You could exchange your vows under an ancient oak tree, sip cocktails on the veranda of a charming country resort inn, or dance the night away in an old barn strung with white lights. Wear a charming lace or linen gown with special handcrafted bridal jewelry to complement the setting. Country weddings offer a lot of space and are generally very family friendly.
The budget can be one of the cons of a city wedding. While there are certainly affordable venues in any region, things do tend to cost more in major metropolitan areas. Also keep in mind that parking for a city wedding can be a big headache. Some of the cons to a country wedding can be that resources may be more limited. In a rural area, there may be only a handful of local florists, for instance. The city and the countryside both have a lot to offer. Each couple needs to weigh the pros and cons of each to come up with the place that will be perfect for them.
Country Wedding Details
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Country style is always comfortable, never stiff or formal. When planning a country style wedding, keep that in mind when selecting your reception venue. Instead of a fancy ballroom or a generic hall, consider places like meadows, rustic barns, and country inns. These are places where you can create the welcoming sort of atmosphere that epitomizes the country.
Food is an important part of a celebration. For a country wedding, plan a menu with foods that are familiar and unfussy. They don’t need to be fancy – just delicious! Ideas include down home favorites like country ham, homemade macaroni and cheese, and fresh berries.
For drinks, big glass jugs of lemonade would be the perfect refreshment. Iced tea would be another good drink to have on hand – sweetened if you live in the South or unsweetened if you are a Northern bride.
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Fresh and casual flowers like gerbera daisies, wildflowers, or poppies would be beautiful. You can arrange them in simple glass vases, pop them into galvanized steel buckets, or even loosely arrange them in white pitchers (a basketweave design would be ideal). Another idea is to choose potted flowers displayed in baskets. Tie a gingham ribbon around the basket for a lovely country detail.
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The bride’s attire should also have a less formal look. Fabrics like linen, Swiss dot, or organdy would be lovely choices. The idea is to choose a gown that makes sense in your setting and enhances your theme.
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Your accessories should also look at home in your setting. Handmade wedding jewelry would be beautiful for the bride and her bridesmaids. Look for wedding jewelry that has been handmade with fine details like freshwater pearls and sterling silver. When you find the right pieces, you will have the pleasure of being able to wear them again after the wedding.
Whether you grew up in the country, or are a city girl looking to create a welcoming environment for your reception, you can’t go wrong adding some country details to your wedding. The warm and relaxed feeling of a country wedding will make it a day that everyone will enjoy.
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