Citrus Crush ... Pretty Outdoor Setting

Love, love, love this setup for a chic outdoor wedding. Hanging little jars filled with sprigs of flowers amongst small flower pomanders adds such wonderful visuals and scent. Complete the seemingly floating decor with a chandelier, divine! A display of flowers on a log lies low on the long table, and complements the jars and pomanders hanging from the ceiling. The decor comes together so well, I can imagine the exact look for a cosy dining area at home. 

Photo credit: Style Me Pretty

Where's the party ... Country Blue

I pictured the theme of the month splashed out at a venue with white washed walls, simple rustic furnishing, and an awesome outdoor for plenty of fresh air. My take on a few places that will work wonderfully.

Photo credit: Wild Oats via Boring Go Where, Dempsey House via I-S Asia City, The White Rabbit via Daily Icon, Marmalade Pantry @ the Stables via Urban Journey

Lounging for cocktails

Creating a cozy lounge area for cocktails allows your guests to warm up before the reception begins. I adore the bright pink and orange cushions against a white tent and sheer drapes. 


If renting benches and cushions in such a color scheme is not feasible, think accents that will create a similar feel. Drape sheer shimmery fabric at the posts, anchor the drapes with tassels, line low tables with patterned fabric, arrange flower centerpieces in brass or gold vases, and position moroccan lamps around the area. All these work wonderfully as accents for your home, that's money well spent.

Photo credit: Bridal shower inspiration from Sex and the city 2 via Green Wedding Shoes

Sit back and relax

Having a music fest themed wedding is a lot about creating a laid-back vibe that's perfect for mingling and  relaxing. This photo sums up what it's all about: simple co-ordinated decor, good food, some drinks, and non-stop music. So remember to sit back and relax on the very day, and soak up on wonderful atmosphere.

Photo credit: Love in the afternoon shoot via Postcards and Pretties

Put on your best smile

When there is a party, there are always lots of photos taken. It's great fun when you can snap a photo with your friends and get a copy of it right away. Renting a photo booth for a festival themed wedding lets your guests take home a wonderful gift. Prepare props to suit the music fest theme, rock star shades, wigs, guitar... Your guests will be making a beeline have a photo taken.

Photo credit: All photos via Smilebooth

Bring out the festival fun

Don't be afraid to splash color all over your decor, it brings out the fun and cheer in the wedding celebrations. Enjoying a mini music fest with a casual picnic says it all. Add dashes of color to your decor, from tassel garlands to poms poms, balloons to paper lanterns. Colours in the little details adds impact without overwhelming.

1. Giant wedding balloons can add that wonderful burst of color, and yet not burn a hole in your pocket. Gather a few balloons of a similar shade for an ombre effect as seen here via The Wedding Chicks.
2. Tassel garlands are a beautiful sight swaying in the gentle breeze. Metallics add that sparkle seen here via Confetti System.
3. Picnic styled get-up calls for a rustic table setting. This centerpiece is quietly elegant, the twigs lend a organic feel, seen via The Pretty Blog.
4. Umbrellas provide same shade for guests, rain or shine, seen via Style Me Pretty.
5. Hang an array of paper lanterns and pom poms for an interesting visual. The mix of texture says fun. Seen via Branco Prata.
6. A lovely picnic basket laid on each picnic blanket is both pretty and functional. Fill them with small posy of flowers, napkins and a bottle of wine, seen via The Wedding Chicks.
7. Bamboo and wooden cutlery are easy to handle, not flimsy like plastic, and not heavy like metal, plus they look great. Seen via Frolic.

Light it up

When you bring the wedding celebrations outdoors, providing good lighting is crucial. You don't want your guests squinting, and feeling uncomfortable. With a myriad of lighting options available out there, from twinkling lights to chandeliers, lanterns to candles, you'll be able to find one that suits your style. Twinkling lights hung around the surrounding allows your guests to dine on the grass, while candles placed around the centerpieces provide for comfortable dining at the tables. Just remember, rent a tent to cater for unpredictable weather, and one that is big enough to cater to all.

Photo credit (clockwise from top left): Washington wedding by A Kurant Event via Style Me Pretty, A rustic wedding in the woods via Green Wedding Shoes, Whimsical & fun DIY wedding via Green Wedding Shoes, New York backyard wedding via 100 Layer Cake, Bahamas wedding by Style Art Life via Style Me Pretty