At the time of organize a weddingthe first thing you have to be clear about is what style of wedding you want, since this will also help you choose a venue, the first supplier you have to close and based on which all the others will revolve. The space will not be the same if you are looking for a modern, minimalist, classic, original, bohemian… and neither will the decoration. Currently, one of the most successful bridal trends is country weddings, but what exactly does this mean? How is it different from other types of celebrations? What do we have to take into account if we want to go for this rustic and romantic style? Experts in the sector give us all the details.
© Marta Guillen / Stress & SuccessWhat is a country wedding?
“Country weddings They are a type of wedding that we call ‘the safe bet’ “they tell us the wedding planners Stress&Success. “The environment chosen by the bride and groom, together with a good decoration according to the style, means that all the guests are immersed in an atmosphere of exceptional romanticism. Without a doubt, right now it is the star trend in the bridal sector, and even more so if we talk about country weddings with decoration aesthetic and monochromatic”. They advise, although it may seem obvious, not to start the house with the roof, and, before getting into the matter, choose a team of wedding planners with whom there is a feeling and who perfectly understand the style that is sought: “This figure is the key that makes the difference between enjoying your most special day to the fullest, or having to be attentive so that everything turns out perfect. It is in charge of all the details, from start to finish, to achieve the wedding you (really) dream of.
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© Zoëtry MallorcaWhich farm to choose
Once you decide if you are going to have this type of service and, if so, who it will be, it is time to choose space and catering. “This will allow us to define date, time and place. From here everything gets underway and you can send the famous save the date” they explain. “The ideal properties for celebrating country weddings are those that have a great story behind them. Besides, Yes they can be surrounded by fields and wild flowersthe better, since the rustic, natural effect and the timeless touch that characterizes them are multiplied.” It is also important to keep in mind that these weddings usually look more outdoors, so it is important to choose a date that guarantees (although It is impossible to control the weather 100%) a pleasant day, without excessive cold or heat.
© Zöetry MallorcaIn recent years, the Balearic Islands have established themselves as an idyllic place to celebrate weddings not only on the beach, but also in the countryside. From Edurne and David De Gea to Marco Asensio and Sandra Garal, Marcos Llorente and Paddy Noarbe… and the truth is that it does not surprise us, since the type of construction of their properties, with limestone and surrounded by vegetation, is perfect for these types of events. The Zoëtry hotel is one of those enclaves that combine elegance, romanticism and a country touch, proving that bohemian can also be sophisticated. Located in Llucmajor (Mallorca), it is a old manor house from the 14th century converted into a small luxury boutique hotel in the middle of the countryside that offers different spaces so you can totally personalize your wedding, including an idyllic mill that undoubtedly provides a very special rustic touch. In addition, by having rooms, guests can stay overnight without having to take transportation, and you can even celebrate the pre-wedding or post-wedding taking advantage of the different areas. To complete the country style, it even has a small neo-Gothic chapel where the ceremony can be held.
© The LodgeContinuing with Mallorca, another example is The Lodge estate, an exclusive 24-room luxury retreat inaugurated last year and located in a private nature reserve of 157 hectares with almond trees, carob trees, olive trees, even a lavender field, a of the most rural flowers par excellence. But, of course, this archipelago is not the only place to celebrate these dream weddings. El Soto de Mónico or La Granja in Madrid, More from Sant Lleà in Barcelona, Hacienda el CaserÃo in Leon, Hotel Hospes Palacio de San Esteban in Salamanca, The Huerta de Cubas in Cantabria… the list is (almost) infinite.
© Finca SerenaRattan and wood to decorate
Once the date and place have been defined, it is time to start recruiting suppliers who will help us fully personalize the celebration and make it unique. “We must never forget that the ideal decoration is always the one that represents the couple,” Stress&Success emphasizes. However, they add that “the common denominator that characterizes all country weddings would be, above all, natural materials and fibers such as wood and linen, and pastel tones. Furthermore, you can always give him a twist adding fruits and vegetables to the decoration. Last but not least, lighting is a fundamental decorative element to achieve a warm, versatile and powerful atmosphere, thus creating an unforgettable party.”
Wendy, from Wen_ddings, a company that offers invitations, details and gifts for guests specializing in rustic and country-style weddings, agrees with them. “There is no country wedding without flowers, which would be accompanied by glass vases, fiber baskets or wooden boxes to create the most spectacular corners. Long natural wood tables are also typical at the banquet.”
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© Wen_ddingsThese rustic enclaves invite us to also play with the details for the guests, betting on nature 100%. For example, what do you think about changing the classic confetti or rose petals for one created from olive that they propose from Wen_ddings? There is also a lavender version that also smells great! As for gifts for guests, they recommend some “personalized, handmade or, better yet, plantable! Like pencils, bookmarks or seed bombs.”
© Miriam HerreraThe importance of flowers
Sandra Ferrer, alma mater of Ferini, a florist company that has enchanted the most elegant brides in our country, explains to us that, for her, in country weddings the environment and nature play a fundamental role. “The aim is to create a staging by integrating the different elements that make up a wedding, such as the ceremony, banquet or after-party, and taking them outside. They are usually held in private estates, farmhouses and haciendas, with a very marked style.” And, what is this aforementioned style like? As Sandra explains, completely rustic or wildsince it is achieved through elements and materials such as wicker and rattan, gingham print, artisan ceramic tableware and, of course, flowers that accompany this aesthetic.
© Miriam HerreraThe decoration that this expert recommends is composed of varied and small flowers“very in line with decorations imitating nature and with a very organic character. This type of decorations has a great presence of different types of greens in the compositions and lacks a large or main flower, the mixture of colors”.
© @laretrateria.blogWhen asked if the bouquet also has to be in line with this aesthetic, Sandra tells us that, in her opinion, the bouquet has to represent each bride. “They shouldn’t think so much about a type of dress, or the rest of the decoration, but rather something they feel comfortable with.” Of course, in the case of recommending a wild or country style bouquet, she recommends an unstructured bouquet with a variety of small flowers, without a round shape or very large flowers.” As for the species that are most used, she cites us the olive tree, the lavender or the chamomile flower, flowers “that you could pick on a day of a walk in the countryside.”
