Thank you to our guest contributor Sophia Smith for writing this wonderful article…..
Romantic, relaxed and unexpected, a bohemian styled wedding is one that obeys no rules, as is shown by its freedom of expression and frugality.
An eclectic mix of hippie, ethnic and gipsy styles revealed by simple, artsy and adventurous touches, it’s no wonder that this wedding trend that started a couple of years ago became an instant classic.
If you are looking to jump on the boho train and adopt this theme for your own celebration, here are a few tips on how to have the bohemian wedding of your dreams:
Find your inspiration…
The beauty of the bohemian style is in its simplicity – you can decide on as many or as few embellishments as you like.
There are truly no rules for bohemian weddings; you can draw inspiration from many different categories and incorporate different elements that appeal to you.
The vibe is carefree and non-conformist, so it can often go off track very quickly.
Consistency is the key to keeping the theme stylishly mismatched, rather than busy and messy.
So, start off by thinking about what boho means to you.
Do you imagine flower crowns and a beach setting or are you leaning more towards Moroccan or Indian influences?
Then, try to establish how far you want to take the boho theme. Will it focus solely on the bridal party or do you want to include it in the venue and the décor?
In order to keep your decorations consistent, keep your keywords in mind before you look for inspiration in movies, magazines or the internet.
If you want to stay true to the theme, you have to keep your own definition of boho in mind.
Dress for the occasion…
Boho weddings should be comfortable, loose fitting and not too complicated.
For the bridesmaids, think about loose and unstructured hair with fresh or dried flowers and dresses in soft chiffon, lace and delicate floral prints.
You can find many beautiful bridesmaid dresses online that are perfectly suited to the bohemian theme.
As far as the groomsmen go, they can keep it as simple as a pair of khakis and a loose white shirt, or go slightly more formal with a linen suit.
For the bride-to-be, a flowing lace or organza dress with a simple silhouette will look divine in nature.
Think about loose curls or a fishtail braid topped with a flower crown, barely there makeup and simple, minimalistic jewellery.
When it comes to boho weddings, shoes are definitely optional.
To truly embrace the theme, opt for comfortable sandals and flats, but if the situation allows it, you and the bridal party could even go barefoot and dress your feet up with embellished anklets and jewellery.
Embrace nature…
Embrace the outdoors; intimate venues with a ‘close to nature’ feel are perfect for a boho wedding.
If you’d like to have the ceremony and the reception at the same place, search for vineyards, private estates, farms, or even backyards.
Ceremonies on the beach or in a park can be followed by receptions in a rustic barn or marquee.
Your outdoor ceremony could easily be dressed up with natural elements that enhance the space, such as flowers, foliage, shells, drapes and cushions.
You could even say your vows under a wooden arch covered in flowers or sheer drapes.
At the reception, your guests could be seated at long trestle tables in the open air, with fairy lights strung throughout the trees surrounding them.
However, if the weather doesn’t allow an outdoor wedding, or you simply don’t wish to choose that option, don’t shy away from luxurious venues, such as restaurants, ball rooms or private manors.
Locations like these could easily be decorated with natural elements to represent a more bohemian vibe, while still providing you with the complete comfort and convenience of an indoor wedding space.
Pay attention to details…
Bohemian celebrations should be perfectly imperfect, but the key is to keep your colours warm and neutral, with some influences of nature throughout the venue.
Traditionally, bohemians decorated with whatever they could find, so don’t be afraid to do some DIY and add a few artistic, hand crafted touches to your décor.
Twinkling lights, lanterns and candles will add a special flare to your boho wedding, while floral arrangements and centrepieces utilizing bottles and mason jars could bring a more relaxed, carefree atmosphere.
As well as the flower arrangements, the bouquets should look as though they’ve been picked from the garden, consisting of peonies, hydrangeas, daisies, baby’s breath and lots of greenery.
Feathers decorating the floral arrangements or hanging from garlands are also a beautiful touch to the bohemian décor.
A bohemian wedding is the perfect option for the bride who loves all things floral, flowy and breezy.
So, don’t worry about tradition, stay in touch with nature and make this wonderful day as unique as you are.