Did you know boho weddings have become much more popular over the past 5 years? In fact, there’s been a 50% increase in the number of boho weddings over that period. There’s a reason this trend is catching on with so many couples: boho weddings are the perfect blend of rustic charm and free-spirited elegance.
In this article, we’ll look at some of the best boho wedding ideas and share tips to help you create a magical and unforgettable celebration. Let’s bring your dream boho wedding to life!
On this page:
- Bohemian wedding decor
- Floral wedding arrangements
- Attire suggestions
- Boho wedding ceremony touches
- Unique additions
- How to choose the right wedding venue
- FAQs
Bohemian wedding decor
Take a look at some cool boho wedding decor ideas that capture the bohemian spirit. This section shows you how to use simple objects you can buy in any store and other elements to make your wedding venue look great.
1. Macramé backdrops 🎋🕯️
Macramé backdrops give your wedding décor a handcrafted look, which is great for creating focal points or photo ops. Picture a sunset ceremony framed by a big macramé piece handmade by the bride’s relatives. This adds a personal touch and a story to the décor.
If you’re looking for a vibrant touch, consider adding arch backdrop to your ceremony to add a pop of color.
2. Fairy and string lights 💡🌌
Fairy lights and string lights create a magical atmosphere, turning any space into an amazing setting when the sun goes down. String lights draped above the reception area at a beach wedding look great, like a starry night sky.
3. Wooden signs and crates 🪵🌺
Wooden signs and crates are handy ways to add a touch of rustic charm to your space. They’re great for directional signage, program holders, or creative floral displays.
At a vineyard wedding, you can repurpose rustic wooden crates as planters for wildflowers and herbs. Then, guests can take them home as favors.
4. Woven baskets 🧺
Woven baskets are super versatile. You can use them as decor pieces, floral containers, or holders for wedding programs or favors.
As usual, the baskets are filled with fresh local fruits at a countryside wedding and placed at each guest table, doubling as a centerpiece and a healthy snack.
5. Rich jewel tones 💎🌹
Rich jewel tones add a touch of luxury and depth, ideal for couples looking to infuse their bohemian wedding with vibrant, dynamic colors. The couples use emerald tablecloths and burgundy flowers because they create a regal yet inviting tone for the evening.
You can also add some extra sparkle to your tables with elegant charger plates in jewel tones to give your venue a regal feel.
6. Succulent centerpieces 🎍
Succulents give you modern, eco-friendly wedding centerpieces that guests can admire and even take home as a memento. For instance, at the desert-themed reception, you can put a unique arrangement of succulents in rustic pots on each table.
Floral wedding arrangements
The floral arrangement always plays a big part in any wedding setting. With arrangements featuring pampas grass, dried flowers, and wildflower bouquets, these elements bring a touch of nature’s beauty to your wedding and create a soft, whimsical atmosphere.
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7. Pampas grass and dried flowers 🌾💐
Pampas grass and dried flowers bring the outdoors in while creating a soft, natural look. A couple can line their outdoor aisle with tall stalks of pampas grass, leading to an altar adorned with a dried floral arch, to create a striking, naturalistic backdrop.
Or, you can use artificial flowers to keep your arrangements looking beautiful all day without worrying about them wilting.
8. Wildflower bouquets 💐🌾
Wildflower bouquets would be a great choice, too. The bride and her bridesmaids might carry bouquets made of wildflowers picked from the fields near the venue. Put together, each bouquet is in a unique way to reflect the bridesmaids’ personalities.
9. Flower crowns 🌼👑
Flower crowns are a great alternative to traditional veils. They add a fun, natural touch to the bridal look. In a spring wedding, the bride and her bridesmaids wear flower crowns that match the natural wildflower setting of their outdoor ceremony.
Since it’s springtime, the flower crowns are usually custom-made.
10. Hanging floral installations 🌸🌿
Floral installations hanging from the ceiling add a dramatic touch to the venue. A couple considering this option might consider having a cascade of roses and greenery suspended above the dance floor.
This centerpiece is great for enchanting guests throughout the evening.
Pro tip: add outdoor lanterns to your floral installations to warmly glow your evening celebration.
Attire suggestions
These boho chic attire options for the bride, groom, and wedding party include mix-and-match bridesmaid dresses.
With these attire options, you can achieve a chic, boho-inspired look on a budget. You’ll find stylish yet affordable choices that align well with the boho wedding theme.
11. Boho lace wedding dresses and accessories 👗💍
Boho lace wedding dresses have a natural, beautiful look perfect for a soft, ethereal bridal style. The bride can wear a flowing lace gown with delicate fringe details, accessorized with a floral headpiece that perfectly captures the boho spirit.
Why not use cloth napkins and napkin rings at the reception? They’re a stylish yet practical addition to your table settings.
12. Vintage-inspired groom’s attire 🎩👔
Some more distinctive items include:
- tweed vests
- linen blazers
- patterned bow ties
The groom mixes classic and casual styles by wearing a vintage tweed suit with a floral tie.
13. Mix-and-match bridesmaid dresses 👗🌟
Mix-and-match bridesmaid dresses let each bridesmaid choose a style that suits her body shape and personal style, making the whole look relaxed and cohesive.
The bridesmaids should wear dresses in different shades of pastel, which look stunning and enhance the soft, romantic theme.
14. Flower girl and groomsmen attire 🌼🤵
Flower girl dresses with floral details and groomsmen in suspenders and bow ties add a nice, themed touch to the wedding party. In their airy, floral-adorned dresses, the flower girls frolic around the groomsmen, who are smartly dressed in suspenders and bow ties.
This creates some adorable photo opportunities and a cohesive aesthetic.
Boho wedding ceremony touches
These details help make your special day feel personal and intimate.
15. Ceremonial arches 💒🌿
A nicely decorated arch is the perfect centerpiece for the ceremony. It frames the magical moment of exchanging vows. A couple that goes for a circular arch with macramé and fresh flowers totally nails the boho vibe and makes for a gorgeous photo backdrop.
Tip: create a stunning entry with arch backdrops that frame your ceremony space beautifully.
16. Aisle decorations 🚶♀️🌺
The decorated aisles lead the bride to the altar, adding beauty and decorations along the way.
Lined with Persian rugs and flanked by lanterns, the aisle creates an intimate path leading to a beautifully adorned triangular wooden arch. Make your aisle more comfortable with plush floor cushions for a unique and comfortable seating option.
17. Altar decorations 🛐🌼
The altar is the centerpiece of the ceremony. Set against a natural rock formation, the altar with hanging succulents and draped pampas grass blends seamlessly with the surrounding landscape.
Adding unique decorations shows off the couple’s style and the wedding theme.
Additionally, consider Illuminating your altar with elegant taper candles + holders or flameless LED candles for a serene and enchanting setting.
Unique additions
These boho wedding decor ideas will look great anywhere, as they’re perfect for a boho-themed celebration.
18. Table decorations 🌸🕯️
Picking out the right table decorations can make a dining area look great and make mealtimes more enjoyable. Each table had a runner of greenery and wildflowers mixed in with candles in mason jars, which made for a romantic and cozy dining setting.
Purchase some boho wedding cake stands, which can add a fun, creative touch to your special day. To match the boho theme, consider cakes with natural flowers and fruits.
19. Dreamcatchers 🌟✨
Dreamcatchers are beautiful and symbolic, adding a fun, whimsical touch to wedding settings, whether they’re hung from trees in a forest or displayed on walls in a barn.
Based on our event planning experience, the best practice here is to set dreamcatchers from an old oak tree so the guests can write their wishes for you on them. By doing this you combine decor with interaction.
Here’s a tip: jazz up your dreamy décor with some pretty photo booth backdrops that double as great photo ops.
20. Vintage furniture 🚪🌼
Vintage furniture gives the wedding a touch of timeless elegance and personality while creating unique photo opportunities and guest seating. Put some vintage armchairs and wooden benches around the dance floor so guests could rest between dances.
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21. Lanterns and candles 🕯️🌙
Lanterns and candles are fantastic for creating a romantic ambiance at the boho wedding. At the evening garden wedding, lanterns of different sizes from trees were hung, and others were placed along the pathways.
Meanwhile, candles in glass votives lit up the tables, casting a soft glow as the night went on.
22. Invitations and stationery 💌🌼
By thoughtfully designing invitations, you set the tone for the wedding, giving guests a glimpse of the boho theme before the event begins.
The invitations feature hand-lettered calligraphy on watercolor backgrounds with floral designs printed on recycled paper, which is great for the environment and looks pretty cool.
Send out invitations that capture the essence of the ocean with designs inspired by our beach wedding ideas.
23. Favours and gifts 🎁🌿
Personalized wedding favors can serve as a heartfelt reminder of the celebration, reflecting the unique spirit of the boho theme.
Give each guest a mini handmade candle in a mason jar, scented with lavender and decorated with a small piece of twine and a tag featuring a personalized thank-you note.
How to choose the right venue for a boho wedding
The perfect boho venue goes hand-in-hand with the free-spirited, natural vibe while also providing a gorgeous backdrop for photos.
It should accommodate creative, unconventional decorations and allow for flexibility in layout and customization. Based on our event planning experience and wedding setup expertise, our Picnic Makers team designed the table to help you choose the perfect venue.
| Feature & Reason | Venue Type Options | |
|---|---|---|
| Natural scenery | Rich, natural landscapes provide a picturesque backdrop and minimize the need for additional decorations. | Beaches, gardens, forests, farms |
| Space and layout | Ample space with flexible layouts to accommodate various seating, dining, and dancing areas. | Barns, vineyards, large backyards |
| Privacy | Secluded venues ensure a more intimate and controlled environment, away from public distractions. | Private estates, exclusive resorts |
| Accessibility | Easily accessible for guests, especially if many are traveling from out of town. Consider proximity to accommodations and transport links. | Venues near hotels or with good road connections |
| Architectural elements | Structures with unique architectural details that complement the boho theme, such as wooden beams, exposed brick, or large windows. | Historic buildings, lofts, greenhouses |
| Permits and regulations | Understanding local regulations and acquiring necessary permits for events, especially in public or unconventional spaces. | Public parks, unique venues requiring special permissions |
| Atmosphere | The venue should embody the laid-back, artistic vibe of a boho wedding, encouraging a relaxed and festive atmosphere. | Art galleries, cultural centers, open-air pavilions |
It’s also important that the venue creates an intimate, relaxed environment for guests. A great venue makes it easy to bring the boho theme to life.
As you check out these cool boho wedding ideas, remember that the journey to your big day starts with a memorable proposal.
Why not ask your partner to marry you at a luxury wedding picnic setup in LA, OC, or Malibu? A quiet, scenic spot with a plush blanket, surrounded by nature and the soft glow of sunset, is perfect for a relaxed and personal proposal and upcoming boho wedding.
Combining these ideas can create a celebration reflecting the couple’s love and style. No matter your chosen theme, a boho wedding can make a special day unforgettable.
FAQs
Can boho wedding decor be suitable for all seasons?
Absolutely! Boho wedding decor is versatile and can be adapted to any season. For summer, think airy spaces with lots of greenery and natural light. In autumn, incorporate warmer tones and rustic elements like wooden accents and dried flowers. Winter weddings can feature rich jewel tones and cozy textiles, while spring celebrations benefit from fresh blooms and pastel colors.
What are some practical seating ideas for a boho wedding?
Consider using mismatched vintage furniture, like settees and wooden chairs, for an eclectic yet cohesive look. Floor cushions and ottomans around low tables create a relaxed and intimate setting, ideal for smaller gatherings or lounge areas.
How to personalize a boho wedding to reflect the couple’s story?
Personal touches can be added by using items that have personal significance, such as family heirlooms or hand-crafted decorations. For instance, using macramé crafted by a relative as a ceremony backdrop or customizing table settings with items that represent important aspects of the couple’s journey together adds a personal narrative to the decor.
What lighting is best for a boho wedding atmosphere at night?
For a magical evening ambiance, use a combination of fairy lights, string lights, and lanterns. Drape lights over dining areas and dance floors to create a starlit effect. Lanterns can be placed on the ground lining pathways or hung from trees to add a warm, inviting glow.
