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Whew – it’s been a hot second since I shared a #WeddingWednesday post, and I open this one with a picture of a boring fireplace?
Let me explain: I’ve got a lot to share with you guys, but I thought I’d start with the most exciting – we officially have our venue! We are less than six months away from the big day, and while we booked this venue pretty quickly after getting engaged, I just didn’t want to share it until I was 100% set on my vision for the space! Last week I went back to tour it with some of the people who will be involved with decorations in November. We measured, plotted, and began planning some of the practical things, and soon I’ll be getting with those same wonderful people to work on mastering the theme!
I’ve been turning to WeddingWire like crazy throughout this process. They helped me find this venue in the first place, and that was a miracle in and of itself! This beautiful location fit my budget and my expectations – and I can’t wait to transform it into a bohemian dream! Yep, that’s right. Bohemian is the new rustic, and I’m not mad about it! Don’t get me wrong, there will certainly be some delightful rustic elements, but I’m focusing heavily on the bohemian theme.
Okay, so I was Pinterest-ing wedding inspo for quite some time before even getting engaged, and I knew I wanted this ethereal vibe for my day, but when I picked the venue, I knew I would need some help with where my decoration direction was gonna go. I’ll be including lots of greenery, with tulle, candles, and gold accents. I guess you could say it’s “modern bohemian?” Again, I went straight to WeddingWire. I read this article and suddenly felt like I had all the knowledge to be my own wedding planner. 😂 Then, I hopped back on Pinterest and started a true mood board for what I hoped my wedding would look like! Keep scrolling to see what inspired me!
Now, I feel like the biggest thing is starting the shopping process. It can get overwhelming when you’re looking for tulle, flowers, candles, and more. If you’re a bride-to-be like me, you may want to check out this post all about the most unexpected places to find decor! I’ve already discovered that this is a very handy guide – and I’ve found a lot of neat pieces I’ll definitely be including in my day! Now it’s all about actually doing the shopping (but that’s the fun part, right?)! I can’t wait to transform the empty space below into the wedding venue of my dreams!
I’m so excited to see this venue transformed. It’s going to be stunningly perfect for you, Stephanie!!
These images are beautiful. I’ve never planned a wedding but I do think that choosing a team is the most important part.
Xx, Nailil
http://thirtyminusone.com
Oh I’m so happy that you found your wedding venue! I hope you decorate it just like these Pinterest inspirations. I love the hanging curtains and the lights. Stunning!
What a wedding you have awaiting you in less than 6 months from now! I absolutely love the bohemian with a hint of rustic and the venue itself is just stunning. And no, you didn’t start with a “boring fireplace”, I think that’s a key element to get the rustic feel to it as well. May it fill the place with warm feelings as much as love will fill the hearts of not only you, but your guests.
Thomas xx
I’m so excited to see this venue transformed. It’s going to be stunningly perfect for you, Stephanie!!
Choosing a theme is definitely one of the hardest parts! I love the inspo you have here, though! <3
all of these photos are so gorgeous!
We’re doing a fall theme since our wedding is in September. I want the pumpkins, fall leaves, caramel apples and even s’mores. Because duh it’s fall lol
Okay this is literally a DREAM! I can’t wait to see how your special day turns out!
xx, Danielle | Pineapple & Prosecco
Oh I’m so happy that you found your wedding venue! I hope you decorate it just like these Pinterest inspirations. I love the hanging curtains and the lights. Stunning!
OMG so pretty! I’m keeping my wedding details hush hush because I don’t want to drop too many details yet…but I am DYING over your venue’s vibes!
What a wedding you have awaiting you in less than 6 months from now! I absolutely love the bohemian with a hint of rustic and the venue itself is just stunning. And no, you didn’t start with a “boring fireplace”, I think that’s a key element to get the rustic feel to it as well. May it fill the place with warm feelings as much as love will fill the hearts of not only you, but your guests.
Thomas xx
Sounds like a beautiful plan. Love all the inspiration pictures. Specially loving the table set up and lights.
Rita | http://www.styleroundtheclock.com
Loving all your inspo! I seriously cannot wait to see how your venue turns out with all of the decor.
Rachel
http://www.hello-her.com
Choosing a theme is huge and something I wish I did more of for our big day!!
OMG so pretty! I’m keeping my wedding details hush hush because I don’t want to drop too many details yet…but I am DYING over your venue’s vibes!
Loving all your inspo! I seriously cannot wait to see how your venue turns out with all of the decor.
Rachel
http://www.hello-her.com
Choosing a theme is huge and something I wish I did more of for our big day!!
Wow all of these look absolutely beautiful!!! Love the inspo!
Kileen
cute & little
We actually only looked at one venue and decided that it was the one lol! I cancelled all the other appointments. It was a beautiful lodge in the mountains and five years later, I don’t regret that decision 🙂
It’s hard to choose a wedding theme let alone plan it. I’m so happy for you that you have found your wedding style inspirations! They are all beautiful and I bet you will have the most memorable wedding! Congratulations in advance!
Such a challenging choice! Thanks for all the great tips!
What a beautiful idea! So cute and I love the s’mores stand ha
We actually only looked at one venue and decided that it was the one lol! I cancelled all the other appointments. It was a beautiful lodge in the mountains and five years later, I don’t regret that decision 🙂
What a pretty theme! I’m sure your wedding will be so gorgeous!
I love reading your wedding posts, as being newly engaged they totally help give me ideas. We booked our venue already and I’m excited to delve into planning. I think our tastes are pretty similar so I am totally going to check out your inspirations. Can’t wait to see how your wedding comes together!!
Ah such an exciting time! I got married 7 1/2 months ago and we were quick to pick our venue! Definitely go for whatever feels like “you” and don’t worry about anyone else!
Oh my gosh, I am literally SO excited to see how this all comes together. I know it’s just going to be more than amazing. I love all the inspo you have going on. Ahhh!
xo, Lydia
This is so gorgeous. I got married two years ago and the venue was the first thing we picked!
that’s a gorgeous venue and so many great decorating ideas! love the rustic vibes — feels so cozy! <3
You’re making me so excited to pick out our venue! I am glad you babes found yours dream space. I have been using WeddingWire faithfully for wedding ideas and tips!
All of this inspo is amazing! I can’t wait to see how you transform your venue into your dream wedding! WeddingWire is a wonderful source of information, it helped me find my makeup and hair artist!
these themes are so beautiful! you should do a wedding gift guide!
I can’t wait to see this venue come to life! I agree that the process can be overwhelming, which is why I was so thankful for our wedding planner haha and all the resources like Pinterest and Wedding Wire to help create and narrow down my vision!
How exciting! I love this step, it’s crucial to your overall wedding!
WOWEE that venue is absolutely STUNNING – you’ve got me wanting to get married all over again!!
WOWEE that venue is absolutely STUNNING – you’ve got me wanting to get married all over again!!
I love the direction you’re headed with all of this decor! Good luck planning, it goes by so fast!
XO Sara
Such great inspo! Love the tips!
Loving all your inspiration. It is going to be fabulous.
❥ tanvii.com
These images are so pretty! Makes me want to plan my wedding again!
Omg!! This post makes any girl wants to get married. So beautiful.
oh those drapes are perfection!! wish i could get married again!
xx jess
http://www.goldenswank.com
Omg!! This post makes any girl wants to get married. So beautiful.
This literally makes me miss wedding planning!! My first wedding was outdoors and super rustic looking. All of these photos remind me of back then!
oh those drapes are perfection!! wish i could get married again!
xx jess
http://www.goldenswank.com
I love all of these photos! We got married last April and we didn’t have a set theme, we just knew we wanted something vintage, yet elegant.
I love all of these photos! We got married last April and we didn’t have a set theme, we just knew we wanted something vintage, yet elegant.
This is so gorgeous. I got married two years ago and the venue was the first thing we picked!
Oh my gosh, I am literally SO excited to see how this all comes together. I know it’s just going to be more than amazing. I love all the inspo you have going on. Ahhh!
xo, Lydia