The peak wedding season kicks off during the springtime, it’s a beautiful time of the year with more sunshine and warmth without being too hot. Make the most of the great outdoors during your ceremony, reception and of course for photo opportunities. Read on for inspiration and ideas to help you plan the ultimate spring wedding.
Theme and Colour Scheme
There really are so many colour scheme ideas for spring. A delicate pastel palette never fails during this time of year and always looks gorgeous. Alternatively, brighter hues also complement the season, we love teal and blush, or lemon and peach as combinations. If you’re looking for something a little more muted, opt for grey put together with green or lilac.
Spring wedding styling really is all about the florals! Make the most of the flowers that are just coming into season. Peonies, tulips, sweet peas and violets all bloom during spring. Daffodils are a no-brainer if you’re holding your wedding over the Easter weekend. Incorporate wildflowers into your arrangements to add an ethereal flair to your styling.
Cascading blooms look beautiful as ceremony arches or table runners. Go wild and fill your venue with flowers, you really can’t have too many. We absolutely adore the idea of a flower wall to use as a photo backdrop, personalise it by including a plaque of your wedding date and names. Leave disposable cameras next to it, once developed create a scrapbook with all the lovely pictures of your guests.
If flowers aren’t your thing, balloon arches can look lovely if executed correctly. Keep the colours muted and don’t overdo it. Metallic and transparent balloons paired with greenery can add an elegant touch to the arch. Floral or plaid bunting can work well too!
Clothing
Fresh and elegant are two words that scream spring Bride. Carry the flowers through to your wedding dress with floral motifs. Three-dimensional appliques are set to be in fashion this spring season. Regency-era designs are making a comeback, puff sleeves are in and complement floral themes perfectly. Transitional pieces are perfect for the kind of weather you will be expecting at a spring wedding. Removable overskirts and capes are ideal to take on and off throughout day depending on the temperature.
Again, a pastel colour palette is the obvious choice for springtime bridesmaids. Flattering on almost all skin tones, it’s a versatile option and one which will tie in with the florals and other decor. Satin that reflects the light to create a soft sheen will look gorgeous as your bridesmaids walk you down the aisle. Consider your bridesmaids if you’re getting married earlier in the spring, they may get chilly. Longer sleeves or a light shawl or cardigan offer perfect solutions.
Hair and Fresh Makeup
If you fancy wearing a flower crown on your big day, there’s no better time than spring. Loose, relaxed waves or an intentionally messy braid will look so elegant. Keep your make up fresh. Light pinks and lilacs with subtle shimmer in the middle of the lid is one eyeshadow look that looks great in photos. A nude gloss helps provides a natural finish and is easy to top up during the day.
Delicious Food and Drink
Springtime calls for picnics! A table with a pastel gingham tablecloth covered in traditional picnic food like finger sandwiches, quiches, strawberries, scones, and cream would go down a treat for a lighter lunchtime option.
We love the idea of a roast lamb for a main course if you’re opting for a sit-down meal. Risotto with lots of seasonal vegetables or grilled salmon are vegetarian options that are great for the warmer weather you might get on your wedding day.
Charcuterie boards are perfect for snacking on in the evening or as a lunch on a warmer day. This delicious board of canapés by Over Farm Catering would be great for welcoming your guests into the courtyard on a spring day.
There are easy ways you can carry the flower theme through to your food and drink. Add dried or edible flowers to your cake, place them on the rim of your welcome drinks or set inside ice cubes. Rose lemonade is the perfect springtime refreshment for those who don’t drink.
Incorporate a desert table into your menu. Top with pastel macarons, chocolate dipped strawberries and lemon meringue cheesecakes. Let your guests help themselves if you’re aiming for a more relaxed reception.
Springtime Activities
Set up a confetti station for your guests to create a personalised bag to throw at the end of the ceremony. Include a variety of seasonal petals which fit your colour scheme and hessian drawstring bags to contain them.
If your wedding is around Easter, make the most of it. Organise an epic Easter egg hunt for the little ones. Utilise the grounds of your venue, we can think of some wonderful hiding places at Over Barn!
Prepare for all sorts of weather
The British weather can be very unpredictable in spring. Stock up on umbrellas for rain and blankets for the evening when it gets cooler. Light jackets for the bride and bridesmaids will keep everyone nice and warm even if it does get a bit nippy. If your venue has a firepit it can add some warmth to a crisp evening.
Favours
Provide your guests with plantable place holders which contain seeds. It’s a sustainable option and it leaves your guests with something to remember your special day by. Easter eggs in each place work well as favours, opt for chocolate bunnies or a jar of mini eggs.
If a sunny but not too hot wedding sounds like your kind of thing, drop us a message. We can book you in for a viewing and you can see how Over Barn can be transformed to suit your style.
