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25 Unique and Effortless Forest Wedding Aesthetic Ideas
This post is all about the best Forest Wedding Aesthetic Ideas
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If you’re dreaming of tying the knot under towering trees, dappled sunlight and surrounded by nature, then an enchanting forest wedding might just be exactly what you’re looking for.
There’s something so magical about tying the knot surrounded by the earthy air, the whistling birds and twinkling trees. Everything feels peaceful, calm and one of a kind.
So we’ve crafted a list of 25 unique and effortless forest wedding aesthetic ideas to create a magical, unforgettable wedding day. These ideas are all about adding little touches that elevate your day whilst still letting the beauty of nature do most of the work. So let’s get going!
25 Unique and Effortless Forest Wedding Aesthetic Ideas
1. Natural Earthy Invitations
Let’s kick things off from the beginning! And that starts with your wedding invites. Consider using natural materials like seed paper, recycled paper or linen rags. Also opt for earthy neutral tones, like forest greens, warm browns and golds.
Leaf motifs, gold foils and maybe even a gorgeous pressed flower will give your guests a taste of what they have to come. Your wedding invites are a great way to set the tone for your special day.
If you need some inspiration, I love these custom invites by Blocks Design Co on Etsy.
2. Fairy Lights Everywhere
Is a forest wedding even complete without a whole load of twinkle lights? String fairy lights through the trees, drape them over your reception space, or line the pathways. They add such a warm, cozy tone to your decor and and instantly transport you (and your guests) into a glowing forest fairytale. Trust me, this is a must have.
3. Flower Crowns for Everyone
Flower crowns scream ‘enchanted forest wedding’. And you don’t just have to keep these for your bridesmaids. Let all your guests join in! Have a cute DIY flower crown station where your guests can make their own custom flower crowns. Guests love an interactive activity and what they love even more is having something cute to take home! Just imagine the photo opportunities.
4. Candle-Lined Aisle
White pillar candles are such a simple way to add ambiance and beauty to your wedding ceremony. Line the aisles with pillar candles in varied heights and sizes. Also place them in tall pillar holders to protect them from the wind. This will look truly incredible. It’s like stepping into a secret woodland realm. And bonus: it looks incredible in photos!
5. Vintage Rugs for the Aisle
Add some vintage charm to your aisle with mismatched, colorful rugs. Not only do they bring a pop of color to the forest floor, but they also make your ceremony space feel cozy and intimate. Plus, they look gorgeous in photos! You could even take one home as a sweet reminder of your whimsical day.
6. Wildflower Bouquets
Say goodbye to those perfectly pruned bouquets! Opt for loose, hand-tied wildflowers with that ‘just picked this morning’ look. Or even better you could pick your wildflowers yourself. This would be such a fun activity for you and your bridesmaids to do together. I love wildflowers. They give such a carefree, colorful, and oh-so-charming feel, which is exactly what a magical forest wedding should feel like.
Related article: 10 Stunning Wildflower Wedding Centerpieces for Every Season
7. Tree Stump Seating and tables
Forget typical wedding chairs, opt for something more rustic and unique. For your ceremony or cocktail hour, use tree stumps as seating. Or use the tree stumps as tables for your guestbook table, drinks table etc. This is such a unique, earthy touch that screams ‘I’m getting married in a forest’.
8. Whimsical Wooden Signage
Guide your guests through the forest with cute handmade wooden signs. For instance ‘This way to the party’ or ‘It’s time to dance’. Use fun playful slogans, using chalk or calligraphy. This will match the natural atmosphere of your wedding, whilst adding a fun touch for your guests. I love these wooden signs by Dutch Goldfinch on Etsy.
9. Lantern-Lit Pathways
Lanterns are a must. As the sun sets and the forest darkens, light up the forest with gorgeous paper lanterns. Line the walkways, the aisle or hang them from tree branches for a cozy, intimate atmosphere. This will look incredible in your photos and brings such a warm feel to your wedding day.
10. Tree-Hung Chandeliers
If you’re looking for a something a little out of the box, stop right here. Just because you’re in a forest, doesn’t mean you can’t bring a touch of glam and class to your wedding day. Why not hang gorgeous chandeliers from the trees. The mix of rustic forest and sparkly crystal chandeliers is unique, one of a kind twist. It screams glam without too much effort.
11. Cozy S’mores Station
Who doesn’t love s’mores? Exactly. Your guests will love this one. Set up a cute firepit station or tabletop burners. Then stock the station with everything you need for the perfect s’mores. We’re thinking marshmallows, crackers, chocolate squares, skewer sticks. Plus add some cute garnishes like chocolate sprinkles, peanut butter cups etc.
Add cozy elements like blankets and cushions for the ultimate cozy station.
12. Rustic Cake
Naked cakes and forest weddings go together like peanut butter and jelly. But just because its simple, doesn’t mean it has to be boring. Decorate it with gorgeous berries, rich greenery or colourful wildflowers. It will look just as beautiful as it tastes. What more could you want? Plus you could replace your wedding cake table with a rustic tree stump for the ultimate forest theme.
13. Neutral Suits
Let’s talk suits. Your outfits are just as important as the decor when it comes to your wedding theme. So, for the groom and groomsmen, think neutral, earthy toned suits. Like browns, forest greens and tans. These will blend beautifully with the forest surroundings. Plus its a unique change from the classic black and white suits right?
14. Hanging Crystal Prisms
If you love a touch of sparkle, you’ll be obsessed with this idea. Hang gorgeous crystal prisms from the trees or your ceremony arch. Then as the sun rises and hits them, they’ll create these gorgeous rainbows of light everywhere. It will add a subtle, magical vibe to your gorgeous wedding.
For a touch of sparkle, hang crystal prisms from the trees or your ceremony arch. As the sun hits them, they’ll create little rainbows of light all around. It’s an easy way to add some subtle, magical vibes to your forest wedding.
15. Polaroid Tree
Get resourceful with your surroundings. You could turn the trees into cute polaroid stations. Either hang polaroid photos of you and your partners life together, or make it interactive. Let guests snap some photos for themselves and add photos to the tree throughout the night. This is a cute keepsake and behind the scene content to remember an unforgettable night. Plus I love these light up fairy lights with pegs.
16. Branch Arch
Let’s level up your wedding ceremony arch. Switch out the usual wedding arch for a beautiful branch arch. Its simple, rustic, early and will blend beautifully with the natural setting.
Also, add a few wildflowers, greenery or fairy lights for an extra touch.
17. Seed Paper Menus
Good for the environment and your wedding look? Yes please. Seed paper menus are not only beautifully rustic and unique, but they are also kind to the planet. Plus it means your wedding menus won’t go to waste afterwards as your guests can just plant the menus and watch the glowers grow.
What a lovely little reminder of your special day. Doubles up as a wedding menu and a sweet wedding favor. Win win!
18. Wildflower Seed Favors
I think wedding favors are a great way to elevate your theme. I always think any wedding favor should either be edible, useful or entertaining. So if you want a unique wedding favor idea that matches your theme, opt for personalized packets of wildflower seeds, herb seeds or your favourite plant seeds. It’s a perfect way to bring a little piece of the forest home. Then everytime their garden flowers bloom they’ll be reminded of your incredible day.
19. Hanging Naked Bulbs
If you’re looking for something more extravagant that still feels effortless and chic – I love this idea. String naked bulb lights above your wedding tables. They add a warm, chic, industrial vibe to your wedding. With your forest backdrop this is a whimsical picture waiting to happen. I love these hanging naked bulbs on Amazon
20. Antique Mirror Seating Chart
Mirrors are a great, and sometimes underrated addition to any wedding. They’re glam, elegant and let’s be honest guests love taking a selfie in them. So create an antique mirror seating chart. Use a gold rimmed antique floor length mirror, and use decals or calligraphy to write your seating chart on the mirror glass. It’s a little bit vintage, elegant and 100% beautiful.
21. Curvy Table Design
Forget straight, classic long tables. Mix it up. Try a curvy, winding table design that mimics the natural curves of the forest floor. It makes the reception feel cozy and connected, and it looks super unique. These will look stunning in your photos and they are still super sociable.
22. Linen Welcome Sign
Linen is a great material to use for your forest wedding aesthetic. It’s natural, neutral and classy. So swap the typical bright acrylic welcome sign with a draped linen sign. It’s soft, delicate, and adds a flowy, romantic touch to your forest entrance. Plus after your wedding day, you can use it as a cute table runner for your dinner parties. A fun, useful reminder of your magical day.
23. Herb Confetti Cones
Okay we have all heard of confetti, but have you heard of herb confetti? If you’re throwing confetti in the forest, you need to make sure you use something that is kind to the environment, and herb confetti is a great choice. Give your guests little cones of rosemary, lavender, or thyme to toss in the air after the ceremony. It smells amazing and is friendly to the environment.
24. Wooden Dancefloor
When it’s time to hit the dance floor, the soil ground might not always be the most elegant. So why not opt for a rustic wooden dancefloor. It fits right into the forest setting and feels so natural, like you’re dancing under the stars in the middle of the woods.
25. Hanging Flower Backdrop
For a whimsical photo back drop of dreams. opt for beautiful hanging flower garlands. Hang them from branches, beams, whatever you can find. It’s ethereal, beautiful, and creates a soft, dreamy space for pictures that’ll last a lifetime.
I’m obsessed with this hanging flower display by Botanicals Gift Studio on Etsy.
Finally
There you have it! 25 unique and effortless forest wedding aesthetic ideas. These ideas are all about blending the beauty of the forest with cute, whimsical touches that elevate the forests natural beauty. It’s all about effortless charm and making your wedding feel like a magical woodland escape. Ready to start planning your dream forest wedding? Let the fun begin!