The damp, dewy, drizzly, misty, mulchy autumnal season is one of the most popular times of the year for weddings, for many very good reasons. You see, autumn has got everything….. All out drama. Distinctive textures. Rich colours. And the opportunity to go as bold and heady in wedding decor, or as gentle and serene as you wish. With our 3 ways to infuse autumn through your wedding, we make the most of this abundant, earthy and golden season in luxury wedding decor, colours and scent. Read on ….
COLOURS
You can’t go wrong with a classic autumnal colour scheme, taking inspiration from the falling leaves, sleepy trees, and nature retreating for winter. On the other hand, you can opt for alternative shades and tones that evoke your personality and preferences.
Do you want to –
- Keep it strictly autumnal with burnished burnt orange, gingery gold and timeless, sophisticated taupe?
- Go strong, striking and fashion forward with deep, rich ‘red wine’ burgundy, velvety maroon or iridescent Victoria plum?
- Conjure up an enchanted forest vibe with silver and sage green?
The choices are limitless.
FLOWERS AND FOLIAGE
Fancy introducing a rustic feel? Your bridal flowers, plus your arrangements and installations at your venues, are ideal ways to invoke the magic of the autumn season.
You can achieve captivating results by adding lashings of fresh eucalyptus, lavender, olive branches, sage and rosemary amongst your roses, dahlias, lilies, physalis and amaryllis.
Dried flowers and potpourri are also exquisite for creating a rustic aura. And they’re even better still with acorns, chestnuts popping from their spiky outer cases, and pinecones. It’s a cost-effective trick with a priceless impact.
There are so many opportunities to use nature’s seasonal offerings to maximum stunning effect. What’s more, there’s the additional bonus of a uniquely aromatic backdrop to make your big day even more special.
FRAGRANCE
What scents do you associate with autumn? Falling apples? Bonfires? Crackling leaves? Pumpkin spiced latte?
Infusing your wedding with autumnal fragrance creates a sensory experience in the moment, and memories that last a lifetime. Because every time you catch a waft in the future, you (and your guests) will be automatically transported back to your wedding day.
The scented candle trend has continued to be wildly popular ever since Kate Middleton filled Westminster Abbey with Jo Malone’s orange blossom candles for her own wedding ceremony. But you might prefer to use essential oils and reed diffusers instead of candles.
Fragrance layer your candles to match your bouquet and flower arrangements. Or go completely left of centre with cinnamon stick, toffee apples, toasted marshmallow or gingerbread. Take a look at the Yankee Candles website for ideas. Of course, some couples have their own scent created and offer the personalised candle as a wedding favour. A lovely touch.
Finally, our 3 ways to infuse autumn through your wedding should include taste. Food and drinks are a key element to the party, so here’s a selection of autumnal inspired cocktails to get the party started!
MAKE THE TLC DIFFERENCE
So, what does Team TLC have up our sleeves for the ultimate autumnal infusions?…
We’re loving the inclusion of harvest fruits and vegetables in your wedding décor. It’s another element that doesn’t have to cost the earth for spectacular pay-off.
Add lashings of luscious fruits and veggies to your table centrepieces, like soft autumn pears, juicy pomegranates, textural artichokes, woodland blackberries, miniature pumpkins, and fresh-from-the-orchard green and red apples. Drape them in swathes of voile in your wedding colours, or cute bows made from homespun sackcloth.
They add rich colour to succulent green foliage and take your autumnal theme up another majestic level.
Thanks for sharing our 3 ways to infuse autumn through your wedding!