Best of 2016: Rustic Design and Decor
We are so lucky to have some amazing venues in the DMV that allow couples to follow their own design aesthetic when planning their big day! For those who want a rustic, homey vibe this area could not be more perfect. With amazing farms, vineyards, plantations, and estates, DC’s surrounding areas couldn’t have more choices; since the choice of wedding venue ultimately sways the overall design and decor of your day, our couples who go the rustic route have quite the challenge. Which amazing venue will pair with their design vision for the day? Check out some of our favorites below!
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Rustic Barns at Hamilton Station Wedding
We cannot be more in love with the ceremony space and the floral designs used in this Barns at Hamilton Station wedding. The wooden barrels, sunflowers, and Barn setting create a rustic vibe while still maintaining the ability for guests to party during the reception. Birds of a Feather Photography captured it all and boy did this wedding look like fun!
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Elegant meets Rustic Virginia Wedding
Riverside on the Potomac is on of our favorite rustic venues because of how incredibly versatile the grounds are at this Loudoun County gem. The groom wanted a large affair in a rural setting surrounded by nature, whereas the bride wanted a small wedding at an elegant setting, such as a country club. together, they opted for a super elegant rustic vibe with crip linens, flowing vines, and touches of gold and mercury glass. We can’t get enough of this high end rustic vibe, captured by Timmester Photography.
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A Virginia Hometown Love Affair
There were so many personal elements on this wedding, photographed by Stephanie Messick Photography, and you know how we love the addition of those! The groom’s mother made a guest book signing quilt and the bride’s father created all of the woodworking decor details that created this wedding’s homey rustic atmosphere. The couple continued to stay true to their personal style, with red and blue color accents in the barn and cowboy boots under the bride’s gown.
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When this bride and groom began to plan their special day, they knew they wanted a relaxed atmosphere with a very chill bride. Their parents, on the other hand, wanted a more formal affair. In order to combine these two aesthetics, they came up with a classy rustic vibe with crisp white linens, wooden accents, and an amazing wood pallet escort card display with vintage keys. This beautiful day was captured by Paired Images and featured so many amazing design details!
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We’re suckers for a brunch wedding here at UWL, and can’t you see why? All of the amazing design elements of this brunch celebration had us wanting more! From the adorable vintage furniture, rustic wooden dinner tables, vintage getaway truck, and stunning floral ceremony chandelier, we can’t get enough of this wedding captured by Kelly Ewell Photography.
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Romantic Fall Sotterley Plantation Wedding
Another stunner by Birds of a Feather Photography, this rustic wedding featured a fall inspired color palette, iconic rustic accessories such as mason jars, burlap, and wood accents, and a lace draped ceremony arch. We love the inside of Sotterley Plantation as the wood beams and cafe lights really brought a new dimension to the day!
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