Today’s earthy and elegant rustic wedding was inspired by the growing trend of glam prairie destination weddings! Celebrity brides like Allison Williams and Kate Bosworth looked to the wide open spaces of Montana and Wyoming for privacy and serenity, but the beauty of the sweeping plains and stark landscape are attracting a whole new crop of couples!
The down to earth setting and rugged beauty is no reason to sacrifice glamour – as today’s elegant rustic inspiration and luxurious detailing can attest! Rolling prairies and distant mountains inspired the palette of dusty greens and blues, along with earthy neutral shades of taupe and brown. A ceremony against the wall of an old barn embraces the rustic setting while still keeping the sweeping sky overhead, and surrounding guests in the beauty of nature. Centerpieces of sweetgrass, dusty miller, and branches are dotted by exotic flowers to add a layer to the textures of the prairie, while cut crystal decanters ranging down wood farm tables add a sheen of glamour to the great outdoors. Effortless natural textures carry on to the wedding cake, with a garland of sugar feathers and delicate ruffles, in the same sun bleached blue as the sky.
The rugged surroundings are no reason to sacrifice style, and a layered tulle ball gown can feel perfectly at home amidst even the wildest plain. An elegant updo and glittering shoes are complemented by a loose, hand-tied bouquet and a delicate headpiece of gold branches to tie into the outdoorsy space. The blend of natural and glam elements is the perfect union of designs!
PHOTO GALLERY –
Tulle and Silk Wedding Dress with an Organic Bouquet
Photo by Jose Villa Photography, Floral Design by Sarah Winward, Wedding Dress by Carol Hannah via Style Me Pretty
Elegant Updo with a Gold and Pearl Bridal Headpiece
Photo by Judy Pak Photography, Hairstyling by Face Time Beauty Concierge, Headpiece by Percy Handmade via Style Me Pretty
Crystal Peep Toe Bridal Shoes
Photo by Ben Q. Photography via Munaluchi Bridal
Outdoor Barn Wedding Ceremony with a Floral Arch
Photo by Julie Paisley, Coordination and Floral Design by Cedarwood Weddings via Style Me Pretty
Ruffle and Feather Adorned Wedding Cake
Photo by Connie Whitlock Photography, Cake by Megan Joy Cakes
via Rustic Elegance Ranch Wedding
Botanical Centerpieces in Vintage Crystal Decanters on a Farm Table
Photo by Olivia Leigh Photographie, Styling and Vintage Rentals by Violet and Pearl Vintage, Floral Design by Petal Play Design via 100 Layer Cake
Vintage Church Pew Draped in a Greenery Garland for a Rustic Ceremony
Photo by KT Merry, Floral Design by Charleston Stems, Vintage Pews from Rent Pews via Charleston Weddings
Beautiful. That Carol Hannah gown photographed by Jose Villa is breathtaking!