Trend Watch: Woodland Weddings

For brides with upcoming weddings to plan, there are many beautiful wedding trends this year. One of my favorites is the woodland wedding. Combining rustic elements and natural elegance is at the heart of this event. Long veils, garlands, touches of fairy dust, intimate settings, family style food service - these are all ways of rethinking the traditional wedding experience.

Here are some ideas from Etsy to get you starting planning your perfect woodland event!

'Woodland Wedding' 

Lace trimmed bridal veil wit... Foxandharedesi... $135	olive green chocolate brown ... ShyMyrtle $1	Edible Sugar Ferns & Fiddle ... andiespecialty... $250	Rustic Save the Date Card, T... starboardpress $2.9
Burlap Table Runner 12"... AntoArts $9.5	5 Wildflower Seed Bombs factsandfigure... $5	SMALL Great Oak Design, The ... bleudetoi $60	Handmade Engagement Diamond ... ChincharMalone... $777
Grey Colors Cotton Ball Wedd... thailights $11.5	Birds Nest Cake Toppers for ... FairyfolkWeddi... $40	Cufflinks, Soldered Pewter -... dabbledesigns $24	50 Burlap chair sash - Rusti... MadeInBurlap $170
Fern Green Stud Earrings, Br... RewElliott $17	Rustic Boutonniere, Woodland... hazelfaire $14	twig nest and moss ring bear... whichgoose $28	Natural Twig Bark Pencils 7 ... Zadati $2.5

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Melissa + Paul : Kenwood Depot Wedding

Photo Credits: Maria Villano Photography

Dawn + James : Eco-Friendly Wedding

Today's real wedding features Dawn and James' eco-friendly event at the Four Rivers Environmental Center, located just outside of Chicago in the McKinley Woods Forest Preserve. As the bride told me, "By planning a 'green' wedding, we hope that our eco-friendly elements lessen the environmental footprint of our special day and truly make a difference." 


Their story is a classic opposites attract tale. Dawn is from the city, James is from the country. She's and interior designer, he's a farmer & lumberjack. It was important to them for their wedding to reflect both of their personalities and to maintain an elegant feel while incorporating natural elements. The result was an intimate, sophisticated event that perfectly represented the blending of two unique individuals. 

Photo credits : Elizabeth Greve Photography

Trend Watch : Peonies

Romantic, lush, delicate and elegant - all traits that are quickly making this beautiful bloom the fleur de jour for brides and wedding planners alike. Peonies have traditionally embodied romance and prosperity and are regarded as omens of good fortune and a happy marriage. Amazingly versatile, they look at home in rustic and formal settings alike. 

Peonies mixed with roses and sweet peas.
Flowers by : Peony and Plum, Photo Credits: Picotte Weddings

Color Palette - Plum Perfect

Today's color palette is plum perfect. With just the right pops of mauve, plum and violet, touches of vintage- chic decor, and an elegantly rustic appeal - this inspiration board is sure to stir your inner romantic.



Photo Credits: Smallpigart Photography, Ashley Rose Photography, Erin Hearts Court Photography, Robert and Kathleen Photographers, Three Nails Photography, Craig and Eva Sanders Photography, Ruche Photography, Alison Conklin Photography

Color Palette : Passion for Peacock

Eye-catching, yet tranquil. Elegant, yet trendy. It's not hard to see why peacock inspired weddings have sprung up everywhere. This color palette is inspired by the teal greens and muted blues that adorn the beautiful bird. By avoiding too many peacock themed items and incorporating the colors as accents to classic cream and white, the look is clean and chic without being over the top.



Photo Credits: Leila Brewster Photography, Cakes and Kisses, Two One Photography, Harwell  Photography, Karen Wise Photography, Meg Perotti Photography, Reid Park Zoo, Erin Hearts Court

Color Palette : Bride's Blush

For me, few colors are as delicate and refined as classic blush. It evokes a vintage quality and romantic feel that are so perfect as the backdrop for many wedding venues and themes. This inspiration board combines blush with classic ivory and gray for a timeless feel. From the rhinestone shoe clips to the conservatory reception venue and classic wedding cake design, the overall feeling is elegant and understated. 

Photo Credits: Brookelyn Photograpy, Snap! Photography, Melissa Schollaert Photography, Kristin Banta Events, The Nichols, Amelia Johnson Photography

Color Palette : Some Enchanted Evening

With spring and summer weddings just around the corner, more and more outdoor events will be held. What could be more enchanting or memorable than a gold kissed evening, family and good friends, elegant decor, and a radiant bride waiting to meet her groom?

Photo Credits: Doucuvitae Photography, flowers by Sillaspere, We Heart Photography, Rosemary Events, Red Shoes Photography, Kristyn Hogan Event Planning, Erin Wallis Photography, Jeffrey and Julia Woods Photography

Color Palette : Boho Bold

Bold is certainly beautiful, especially when combined in a way that reflects vintage style and bohemian charm. This inspiration board combines hues such as solar power yellow and sodalite blue from Pantone's spring fashion color report, with wedding classics like petal pink and red. The look is rich, layered, and textural while retaining soft elements and an elegant feel.