Want a relaxed, free-spirited wedding? A bohemian theme might be perfect for you. A boho-style wedding lets you showcase your personality with natural and dreamy elements.
Here’s how to create your dream boho wedding.
The right wedding venue is essential for your bohemian celebration. Look for places with natural beauty and vintage charm.
An indoor space can easily be transformed with vintage rugs, eclectic furniture and plenty of plants to create a warm environment. Brickwork and rustic details can make for a laid-back atmosphere.
Outdoor locations like gardens and woodlands make beautiful natural settings for a boho ceremony. Imagine exchanging vows under a canopy of trees or surrounded by flowers, accompanied by rustling leaves and birdsong.
Simple decorations like rustic lanterns highlight the natural beauty already present.
Lighting matters tremendously in setting the mood for a boho wedding.
Large windows can flood your indoor space with sunlight, creating an ethereal atmosphere.
For outdoor ceremonies, consider scheduling during ‘golden hour’ (just before sunset) when the light is soft and warm, perfect for capturing romantic photos.
Ultimately, the venue you choose should reflect your personality and style, so visit with your vision in mind to see how you could make it a reality.
Consider Hatfield Park, which offers a stunning setting for a boho wedding. Whether you prefer the rustic charm of The Old Palace or the lush greenery of our Parklands, you could discover the perfect place to bring your ideas to life.
Read our guide on how to choose the perfect wedding venue.
Decorating for a boho wedding could mean weaving natural elements and personal touches together to create the right atmosphere.
A boho colour theme typically includes earthy tones such as terracotta and sage green, complemented by touches of jewel tones or pastels. These colours can be reflected in your flowers, table settings and wedding party outfits, creating a unified look.
In addition to green foliage and flowers, consider incorporating natural materials like macramé, rattan, wood and linen. These textures bring an earthy, handmade feel to your decorations.
Dried flowers and pampas grass bring a whimsical, dreamy quality to your arrangements – perfect for bouquets, centrepieces or ceremony arches. Their muted tones and feathery textures could enhance the natural elegance of your celebration.
Why not create a flower arch or hanging garden for a show-stopping installation? These can serve as stunning backdrops for your ceremony or as focal points for photos at your reception. You could use a mix of fresh and dried flowers and plenty of trailing greenery.
Light up your venue with the gentle glow of fairy lights and lanterns. String small lights across ceilings or wrap them over trees to create a magical, twinkling effect. Lanterns, whether hanging or placed along the aisle, can add a romantic, old-world charm.
Consider incorporating vintage and mismatched furniture to add character and depth to your decor. Think rustic chairs, antique tables, burnished mirrors and soft cushions. These pieces create timeless, intimate spaces where guests can relax and mingle.
Layering rugs and textiles is a hallmark of boho style, adding colour and softness to indoor and outdoor settings. Choose colourful or patterned rugs to define seating areas and create a cosy atmosphere. Rich-colored fabrics or ones with detailed patterns work well as table runners or draped over furniture. Combining these elements could transform your venue into a boho paradise that feels both personal and welcoming.
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Flowers play a huge role in bringing the outdoors into your special day in a boho wedding. Consider using wild flowers in loose, natural arrangements for an authentic boho vibe.
Here are a few of our favourites:
With their unique shapes, flowers create a romantic, natural look with their distinctive shapes and colours. They are perfect for bouquets, and similar flowers can also be used for table centrepieces to keep the romantic mood.
Try adding dried lavender or wheat to your flower arrangements. Small sprigs make stylish boutonnieres. Flower crowns for the wedding party add a whimsical and ethereal touch to your outfits.
Whether you prefer elegant and simple wedding clothing or more lavish choices, anything goes. Boho wedding fashion celebrates flexibility and personal expression, allowing you to blend traditional elements with bohemian style.
Here are a few ideas to consider for an eclectic and romantic look:
A boho bride is all about relaxed elegance. Consider dresses with flowing silhouettes, delicate details and ethereal fabrics like silk, chiffon and lace.
Off-the-shoulder designs and bell sleeves can add a whimsical touch, while intricate embroidery and crochet accents can contribute an artisanal feel.
Your choice of jewellery can also add more charm to your outfit – choose delicate, layered necklaces or unique pieces with gemstones and beading.
For a boho wedding suit, blend traditional and bohemian styles. Try linen or cotton fabrics in soft, earthy tones or patterns. For a relaxed feel, you might forgo a tie and choose an open collar or replace a classic white button-down with a floral or patterned shirt.
For your wedding party, different but matching styles create a varied but unified look. Ask each guest to wear colours and styles that go together but aren’t exactly the same, showing your relaxed approach.
Set the tone with invites that match your style and theme. Try designs featuring artistic motifs or hand-drawn illustrations in your chosen wedding colours.
For a boho wedding feast, think farm-to-table dishes with locally sourced ingredients. Sharing platters for tables and family-style dining can encourage a relaxed, friendly atmosphere.
Food trucks can be an excellent option for an outdoor setting, giving guests different choices to explore, from curries to roast meats and sweet desserts.
No wedding is complete without music. For a boho wedding, you could charge up your playlist with a mix of upbeat indie, rock and folk tunes to play throughout the day, or book a band to play covers of your favourite dancefloor anthems for the reception.
Capture the free spirit of your boho wedding with photography that embraces natural light and candid moments. Look for photographers who specialise in documentary-style photography, which will reflect the emotion of your special day and capture spontaneous interactions between family and friends.
Add sustainable touches to your wedding to reflect your boho values. For example, you might choose seasonal flowers, rent your decorations and linens, use recycled paper invites and throw biodegradable confetti. These simple choices help make your celebration match your environmental values.
You can love boho style and still want traditional wedding elements. Why not have both? Even in a classic wedding venue, you can mix in bohemian touches. Try using natural materials, relaxed decorations and personal details that show your style.
Remember, planning a wedding is about creating a day that feels real and special to you and your partner. Whether you go all-out with a free-spirited celebration or add a few bohemian elements, be yourselves and enjoy your beautiful, memorable day.
Discover how you can hold the boho wedding of your dreams at Hatfield House.
Top photograph courtesy of ©Laura Hinski Photography
