As an outdoor bride myself, I have a deep appreciation for those who can decorate an outdoor venue without the decorations either competing with the natural scenery or being overwhelmed by it.
Decorating nearby trees with streamers, bunting, chandeliers, window panes, or miscellaneous ephemera is my newest favorite wedding trend. The whimsy of these items draped and hung in trees doesn't compete with the scenery and adds a little fun and pop to your wedding/ reception site. Check out a few of my favorite ideas.
Lanterns
Image (and DIY instructions) from Once Wed
Streamers
Image from {unknown} via Lucky and Lovely
Image from Howard Petrella Photography via Portland Wedding Coordinator
Image from Jonathan Roberts via Ruffled Blog
Image from Carl and Cara Zoch via Whimsical Wonderland Weddings and Style Me Pretty
Image from Jamie Delaine via Ruffled Blog
Bunting
Image from Jenna Cole via My Lovely Dress
Mason Jars, Window Panes, Fabric & Glass Chandelier
Image from Jasfitz via The Sweetest Occasion and sfgirlbybay
Image from Dana Grant Photography via Once Wed
Image from Jesi Haak Photography via Austin Wedding Blog
Odds & Ends and Ephemera
Images from Olive Juice Photography via Elizabeth Anne Designs
Image from Jackie Wonders via Style Me Pretty
What a great post! I love all of these. Folks are getting so creative
Agreed Debbie. It’s a pretty exciting time to plan a wedding. There’s so much inspiration out there.
Thank you so much Christie for including us in this fab wedding round-up! I'm totally loving the third picture from the top!! – Rachel
I love the mason jars and chandelier!
Gorgeous! Love the ribbon and the hanging pom poms. What fun! Have a great weekend!
Fab post – going to need this for my friend's wedding at the end of the year. We were thinking ribbons, but this may spark a few more ideas!