What is a Rustic Wedding? A Trend or a Style?

There is something about a rustic style wedding that really pulls on my sentimental heartstrings. Rustic weddings are not trendy, or even a fad, but a style, a wedding style. One that is heartwarming, sweet, diverse, creative and oh-so-much more. Just like a vintage style wedding, rustic weddings are filled with textures, natural organics (think bark and trees), patterns and other characteristic details that you will become very familiar with as you follow along with us this month. We are so excited to feature a variety of some fabulous rustic weddings including glamorous, vintage, handmade, DIY, retro, beach, shabby chic and many more.

bride and groom with rustic sign with love quote, Rustic Wedding Style

 Bend the Light via Heart Love Weddings

So what are some of the fun, distinctive details that define a rustic wedding? There’s burlap, lace, twine, cowboy (and girl) boots, suspenders, checks, plaid, wool, linen, mason jars, handmade wooden signs, moss covered monograms, sweet tea, homemade food and yes, barns. I could go on and on. Just wait until you see it all! Here’s just a small glimpse of what we’ve gathered in rustic goodness and a few sneak peeks too!

wedding dress shot, rustic wedding signs, Rustic Wedding Style

via Emily Steffen Photography

blue bridesmaids dresses, bridesmaids in cowboy boots, bride in cowboy boots, Rustic Wedding Style

via Kelly Hornberger Photography

rustic venue, rustic barn with chandelier, Rustic Wedding Style

via Stacey Hedman Photography

mason jar with wildflowers, homemade wedding cake on wooden cake stand, Rustic Wedding Style

Katelyn James Photography via Heart Love Weddings

rustic lake house wedding, bride and groom at lake house, Rustic Wedding Style

via Lalee Photography

rustic wedding decor, rustic initials of bride and groom, Rustic Wedding Style

 Tracy Autem Photography via Heart Love Weddings

homemade desserts for a wedding, homemade pies for a wedding, Rustic Wedding Style

Kendall Price Photography via Heart Love Weddings

rustic wedding cake, birch-like rustic wedding cake, Rustic Wedding Style

 via Alexandra Whitney Photography

rustic chalkboard wedding cocktail sign, rustic wooden wedding menu sign

 Laura Murray Photography via Martha Stewart Weddings | Ryan Ray Photography via Style Me Pretty

rustic wedding sign with song quote, Rustic Wedding Style

 via Kim J Martin Photography

bride and groom at rustic venue, Rustic Wedding Style

Tracy Autem Photography via Heart Love Weddings

Have you ever dreamed of a rustic wedding? As you follow along with us this month, maybe, just maybe, you’ll fall in love with rustic as much as we have :) Be sure to check back each day this month for something new related to rustic wedding style – we’ve got tips, loads of inspiration, and some jaw-droppingly gorgeous real weddings too!



  1. Have I mentioned how much I love all this rustic goodness lately? (;

    • Alexandra says:

      That makes my heart super happy!! I’m loving all the rustic goodness too, and we just got started!! :) Thank you for always reading, loving, and supporting what we do, Shannon! xoxo

  2. Great way to put it in words – its not a trend but a wedding style! We are in Scottsdale, Arizona and rent out antique vintage china, accessories for vintage and rustic weddings. It is such a charm to own those pieces and share them! Come see our page – we just shared yours!

  3. Lovely piece, homemade food makes a super wedding feast, love the dessert table featured here :)


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