How To Bring The Outside Garden Into Your Wedding Reception
Who doesn’t love a lush English garden with blooming flowers and colorful hues? Garden-themed weddings are romantic and timeless and are becoming a popular design choice. But if you live somewhere with weather that isn’t favorable for outdoor weddings most of the year, how can you incorporate your love of this outdoor space? Today, we are sharing how to bring the garden indoors for your dream wedding reception!
Incorporate Plants and Flowers into your Decor, Food, and Drinks
One of the best ways to bring the garden feel into your wedding reception space is by including flowers and greenery throughout the space. In addition to the usual centerpieces, consider a big statement piece like artificial trees, flower walls, or a ceremony arch covered with greenery and flowers. If your venue allows ceiling installations, greenery draping or floral chandeliers are incredible ways to transform the space. And don’t forget the smaller details as well – adding fresh rosemary or mint to your cocktails and edible flowers to your desserts will show just how thoughtful you were in executing your vision.
Use Floral Patterned or Embroidered Fabrics
Most people stick to solid-color fabrics on their wedding day, but patterned or embroidered fabrics can really add to the maximalist garden feel. Opt for patterned tablecloths or napkins to add another layer of floral motif to your tablescape. I also love the recent popularity of patterned bridesmaid dresses or fun patterned ties! Having your friends wear floral will make for some incredible wedding party pictures. And if you really want to make a statement, you can even opt for a veil or gown with vine or floral embroidery! We love to design and create one-of-a-kind veils that bring your wedding day look together.
Offer Garden-Inspired Guest Experiences
I always recommend that couples add some interactive guest experiences on their wedding day to engage their guests and leave a big impact on their overall experience. You can easily incorporate your garden theme into these activities, too! I love seeing flower bars during cocktail hour, where clients can create their own small bouquets to take home. Or, opt for live illustrations of your guests, with a floral or greenery border, as a nod to your garden motif. Our live illustrations come with an optional border that we custom-design to fit your wedding theme.
Make Your Day Eco-Friendly
A great way to show your love of the outdoors is by caring for it! Having an eco-friendly wedding is a great compliment to a garden theme and will make you feel great, too. Anything from compostable wedding invitations (with a floral envelope liner, of course!) to plants or seeds as your wedding favors will have a huge impact on your day and show a deeper level of care.
Garden Weddings with Samia Lynn Illustrations
Whether your wedding is held indoors because of heat, rain, or simply choice of venue, nothing should stop you from having your dream garden wedding. There are so many ways we can bring the garden indoors and transform your reception space to be everything you’ve ever imagined. If you’re looking for live illustration, signage, or even a custom embroidered veil, SamiaLynn Illustrations can help make that dream come true. Reach out to chat about your dream day!
