{"id":5989,"date":"2021-09-02T08:15:00","date_gmt":"2021-09-02T14:15:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/lovemaggie.maggiesottero.com\/?p=5989"},"modified":"2021-09-02T08:26:53","modified_gmt":"2021-09-02T14:26:53","slug":"whimsical-outdoor-wedding","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/whimsical-outdoor-wedding\/","title":{"rendered":"15 Whimsical Outdoor Wedding Ideas for Your Ceremony and Reception"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>In celebration of all things bright, balmy, and beautiful, we\u2019ve rounded up our dreamiest outdoor wedding ideas inspired by our real brides! Find everything you need for a stylish, functional, and nature-inspired reception aesthetic below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-plush-outdoor-seating-for-outdoor-lounge-space\">Plush Outdoor Seating for Outdoor Lounge Space<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-1 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Edited-0061-700x1050.jpg\" alt=\"Outdoor Seating at Reception\" data-id=\"35431\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Edited-0061-scaled.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/midcentury-modern-wedding-inspiration\/view-more-https-jaimeemorse-pass-us-elchorro-ido-2020-16\/\" class=\"wp-image-35431\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Edited-0061-700x1050.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Edited-0061-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Edited-0061-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Edited-0061-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Edited-0061-1366x2048.jpg 1366w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Edited-0061-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Edited-0061-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: Jaimee Morse Photography<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the easiest ways to spruce up an outdoor cocktail hour? Add lounge seating! Whether you\u2019re setting up in a secret garden or warehouse courtyard\u2014couches, poufy loveseats, and velvet ottomans are sure to make a chic and inviting spot for your guests to mix and mingle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you love this outdoor wedding idea, check out some event rentals in your area, or (if you\u2019re feeling scrappy) you can DIY a plush lounge setup with furniture from friends and family. Add side tables for drinks and floral arrangements; hang some bistro lights or lanterns for a cozy evening vibe; and throw in a few pillows with your reception palette\u2014you\u2019ll have gorgeous photo ops all night!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Natural Woven Place Mats for Outdoor Table Setting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-1 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/BohoStyledShoot2020-120-700x1050.jpg\" alt=\"Natural Woven Place Mat on Table at Outdoor Wedding Reception\" data-id=\"43461\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/BohoStyledShoot2020-120-scaled.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/whimsical-outdoor-wedding\/bohostyledshoot2020-120\/\" class=\"wp-image-43461\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/BohoStyledShoot2020-120-700x1050.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/BohoStyledShoot2020-120-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/BohoStyledShoot2020-120-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/BohoStyledShoot2020-120-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/BohoStyledShoot2020-120-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/BohoStyledShoot2020-120-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/BohoStyledShoot2020-120-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: AMV Weddings<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re setting up an outdoor tablescape for your reception dinner, you might find traditional wedding d\u00e9cor looks a little heavy for your easy-breezy theme. To play up your summery surroundings, opt for table settings with natural textures, rustic motifs, and soft palettes, \u00e1 la these sweet woven place mats. We love this vintage-meets-modern table d\u00e9cor; pair your rustic table settings with sky blues, crisp whites, and metallic neutrals to achieve this chic and effortless summer vibe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hanging Lights Over Outdoor Reception Tables<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-1 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"956\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/ashlee_dane_wedding_0410-700x956.jpg\" alt=\"Rustic Table Settings with Hanging Lights at Summer Wedding in the Utah Mountains\" data-id=\"39365\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/ashlee_dane_wedding_0410.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/lace-sheath-wedding-dress\/ashlee-dane-40\/\" class=\"wp-image-39365\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/ashlee_dane_wedding_0410-700x956.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/ashlee_dane_wedding_0410-250x341.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/ashlee_dane_wedding_0410-768x1048.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/ashlee_dane_wedding_0410-1125x1536.jpg 1125w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/ashlee_dane_wedding_0410-120x164.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/ashlee_dane_wedding_0410.jpg 1172w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: Heather Nan Photography<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re planning an outdoor wedding reception, you\u2019ll likely be missing out on some standard lighting effects. To bring the \u201cgolden ballroom\u201d vibe outside, look to simple but high-impact lighting options, from fairy and bistro bulbs to LED candles and stylish hanging lanterns. This string-light installation is relatively easy to install or rent from an events company; it\u2019s practical yet enchanting; and it looks totally gorgeous in the twilight and dark. Your guests will love sitting under their banner of starlight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re feeling crafty, you might be able to DIY this light installation with your wedding party! The concept is fairly simple: frame with PVC pipe and connectors, wrap the columns in chiffon or tulle, then drape string lights over the canopy. (If you\u2019re using plug-in lights, you can disguise the outlets along the PVC pipe and run to a hidden extension cord.) Check out online tutorials for more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Love this pink wedding palette? Find more warm-weather inspo in this post on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/7-palettes-summer-wedding\/\">wedding colors for summer<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rustic Arch with Lights and Floral Installments Outdoor Wedding Idea<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-1 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Rustic-Arch-with-Lights-and-Floral-Installments-700x1050.jpg\" alt=\"Groom Kissing Bride Wearing Boho Lace A-line Wedding Gown Called Finley Dawn by Sottero and Midgley at Outdoor Wedding\" data-id=\"43463\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Rustic-Arch-with-Lights-and-Floral-Installments.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/whimsical-outdoor-wedding\/woodland-wedding-styled-shoot\/\" class=\"wp-image-43463\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Rustic-Arch-with-Lights-and-Floral-Installments-700x1050.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Rustic-Arch-with-Lights-and-Floral-Installments-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Rustic-Arch-with-Lights-and-Floral-Installments-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Rustic-Arch-with-Lights-and-Floral-Installments-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Rustic-Arch-with-Lights-and-Floral-Installments-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Rustic-Arch-with-Lights-and-Floral-Installments.jpg 1067w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: AMV Weddings<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re having an outdoor wedding ceremony, a rustic ceremony arch can be one of your most versatile yet high-impact d\u00e9cor pieces. Check out this copper frame with lush florals for inspo: It\u2019s lightweight and easy to install outside, but so elegant and romantic for your vows. String up lights to add some dimension and enchantment, then (if practical) repurpose the setup for guest photos during your reception. So chic!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Black and Ivory Table Settings for an Elegant Vibe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-1 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-5 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1049\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Black-and-Ivory-Table-Setting-700x1049.jpg\" alt=\"Elegant Outdoor Wedding Idea of Black and Ivory Table Setting \" data-id=\"43464\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Black-and-Ivory-Table-Setting-scaled.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/whimsical-outdoor-wedding\/black-and-ivory-table-setting\/\" class=\"wp-image-43464\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Black-and-Ivory-Table-Setting-700x1049.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Black-and-Ivory-Table-Setting-250x374.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Black-and-Ivory-Table-Setting-768x1150.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Black-and-Ivory-Table-Setting-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Black-and-Ivory-Table-Setting-1367x2048.jpg 1367w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Black-and-Ivory-Table-Setting-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Black-and-Ivory-Table-Setting-scaled.jpg 1709w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: Sun and Sparrow Photography<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For outdoor wedding ideas with a bit of a stately vibe, look to polished d\u00e9cor paired with lush, organic textures\u2014a mix of timeless, gilded pieces and romantic, nature-inspired flourishes that looks straight of a Jane Austen novel. We\u2019re totally inspired by this Victorian-meets-rustic tablescape for an outdoor banquet; the black and ivory looks sharp and sophisticated, but the fruit and white florals add a touch of \u201cundone\u201d glamour. See more in from this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/luxe-spring-wedding\/\">regal styled shoot<\/a> in the link; your guests will swoon over the details!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sweetheart Table with Wicker Chairs Outdoor Wedding Idea<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-1 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-6 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Sweetheart-Table-with-Wicker-Chairs-700x1050.jpg\" alt=\"Outdoor Wedding Idea of Sweetheart Tablescape with Wicker Chairs \" data-id=\"43462\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Sweetheart-Table-with-Wicker-Chairs-scaled.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/whimsical-outdoor-wedding\/sweetheart-table-with-wicker-chairs\/\" class=\"wp-image-43462\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Sweetheart-Table-with-Wicker-Chairs-700x1050.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Sweetheart-Table-with-Wicker-Chairs-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Sweetheart-Table-with-Wicker-Chairs-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Sweetheart-Table-with-Wicker-Chairs-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Sweetheart-Table-with-Wicker-Chairs-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Sweetheart-Table-with-Wicker-Chairs-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Sweetheart-Table-with-Wicker-Chairs-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: AMV Weddings<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A gallery of outdoor wedding ideas wouldn\u2019t be complete without wicker chairs! This sweetheart table setup is ideal for a garden, lakeside, or courtyard wedding venue\u2014super easy to personalize and style for photos.&nbsp; We especially love this wedding\u2019s use of oversized tropicals and greenery for table d\u00e9cor; the bigger the florals, the better they show up in your spacious outdoor surroundings.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Wondering what a sweetheart table is? It\u2019s where you and your betrothed sit for your banquet! This adds a formal yet stylish touch to your reception dinner and makes an unbeatable photo op, especially if you get your hands on some of these vintage high-back wicker chairs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">DIY Outdoor Wedding Bar<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-1 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-7 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Wooden-DIY-Bar-700x1050.jpg\" alt=\"Outdoor Wedding Bar at Backyard Wedding\" data-id=\"43465\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Wooden-DIY-Bar-scaled.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/whimsical-outdoor-wedding\/wooden-diy-bar\/\" class=\"wp-image-43465\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Wooden-DIY-Bar-700x1050.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Wooden-DIY-Bar-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Wooden-DIY-Bar-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Wooden-DIY-Bar-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Wooden-DIY-Bar-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Wooden-DIY-Bar-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Wooden-DIY-Bar-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: Erika Diaz Photography<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>DIY outdoor wedding ideas are all about placing key stations in your open-aired venue, from lounge areas and photo backdrops to drink and food displays. One easy station to set up is the bar; all you need is a sturdy platform and a little embellishment!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re sourcing your own alcohol but hiring a little help, talk to your bartender about what they\u2019ll need for optimal outdoor setup. In addition to any bar ingredients you may be in charge of, your bartender will typically request a couple of insulated containers, bags of ice, some dump buckets, a cutting board, bottled water, and a garbage can\u2014the basics for making outdoor cocktail service a breeze.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Simple Outdoor Wedding Cake for Summer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-1 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-8 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/matt-nicole-elopement-swampscott-ma-333-of-384-700x1050.jpg\" alt=\"Strawberry Shortcake Wedding Cake with Two Tiers and White Frosting\" data-id=\"35372\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/matt-nicole-elopement-swampscott-ma-333-of-384-scaled.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/backyard-elopement\/matt-nicole-47\/\" class=\"wp-image-35372\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/matt-nicole-elopement-swampscott-ma-333-of-384-700x1050.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/matt-nicole-elopement-swampscott-ma-333-of-384-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/matt-nicole-elopement-swampscott-ma-333-of-384-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/matt-nicole-elopement-swampscott-ma-333-of-384-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/matt-nicole-elopement-swampscott-ma-333-of-384-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/matt-nicole-elopement-swampscott-ma-333-of-384-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/matt-nicole-elopement-swampscott-ma-333-of-384-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: Move Mountains Co.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An outdoor banquet may be a feast for the eyes, but it\u2019s no picnic to set up and protect from the elements. Our favorite garden-foodie details are all about simplicity and functionality, AKA pretty things that won\u2019t collapse in outdoor conditions. Get inspired with this elegant two-tiered cake with simple embellishment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As one of our fav outdoor wedding ideas, this cake&#8217;s shape is divine; the frosting is subtle yet sophisticated; and the topper is playful\u2014a sweet and stylish way to one-up your inclement weather. (Browse more <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/wedding-cakes-to-match-your-bridal-style-and-wedding-theme\/\">gorgeous wedding cakes for your theme and vision<\/a> in the link.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Parasols to Shade Guests for an Outdoor Wedding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-1 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-9 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Parasols-for-the-Sun-700x1050.jpg\" alt=\"Umbrellas and Parasols to Shade Guests from Sun at Outdoor Beach Wedding\" data-id=\"43466\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Parasols-for-the-Sun-scaled.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/whimsical-outdoor-wedding\/parasols-for-the-sun\/\" class=\"wp-image-43466\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Parasols-for-the-Sun-700x1050.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Parasols-for-the-Sun-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Parasols-for-the-Sun-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Parasols-for-the-Sun-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Parasols-for-the-Sun-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Parasols-for-the-Sun-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Parasols-for-the-Sun-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: Alexandra Robyn Photography<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ve all been there: We roll up to an outdoor reception in July, it\u2019s barely past 2:00 pm, and the wedding party is running late. The one thing you could definitely use for the next twenty blazing minutes? A parasol, of course!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This couple had the right idea to give their guests a little reprieve at their beachside venue. To add this to your wedding vision, you can purchase matching umbrellas or mismatch cute styles from friends and family, then add a cute sign and (of course!) ask your guests to take lots of photos. So chic!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Donut Truck for Fun Outdoor Reception<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-1 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-10 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Bride-and-Groom-0449-700x1050.jpg\" alt=\"Real Bride and Groom Standing in Front of Homemade Donut Truck\" data-id=\"33485\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Bride-and-Groom-0449-scaled.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/lace-ball-gown-wedding-dress\/view-more-https-rachellaxtonphotography-pass-us-delhomme-wedding-32\/\" class=\"wp-image-33485\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Bride-and-Groom-0449-700x1050.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Bride-and-Groom-0449-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Bride-and-Groom-0449-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Bride-and-Groom-0449-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Bride-and-Groom-0449-1366x2048.jpg 1366w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Bride-and-Groom-0449-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Bride-and-Groom-0449-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: Rachel Laxton Photography<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s no wonder food trucks are an outdoor wedding staple: They\u2019re exactly right for mobility, functionality, and presentation in open, airy spaces. Our pick for sweet fun? A donut truck with bright colors and quick service\u2014easy for guests to line up and grab their desserts, and undeniably stylish for reception photos. (Check out more from this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/lace-ball-gown-wedding-dress\/\">whimsical real wedding<\/a> in the link.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Chalkboard Seating Chart for Outdoor Reception<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-1 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-11 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Seating-Chart-for-Outdoor-Wedding-700x1050.jpg\" alt=\"Outdoor Wedding Idea of Chalkboard Seating Chart\" data-id=\"43472\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Seating-Chart-for-Outdoor-Wedding-scaled.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/whimsical-outdoor-wedding\/seating-chart-for-outdoor-wedding\/\" class=\"wp-image-43472\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Seating-Chart-for-Outdoor-Wedding-700x1050.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Seating-Chart-for-Outdoor-Wedding-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Seating-Chart-for-Outdoor-Wedding-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Seating-Chart-for-Outdoor-Wedding-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Seating-Chart-for-Outdoor-Wedding-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Seating-Chart-for-Outdoor-Wedding-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Seating-Chart-for-Outdoor-Wedding-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: Erika Diaz Photography<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can\u2019t deny the power of signage as one of the best outdoor wedding ideas to put in your backyard or venue space. To corral your guests and mark your borders, opt for cute, functional A-frames made with chalk paint and simple accents. This seating chart adds a charming touch to a lawn or greenspace banquet area. Plus, it\u2019s easy to DIY and repurpose for a future soiree.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Swanky Fireplace for Modern Outdoor Reception Space<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-1 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-12 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Edited-0051-700x1050.jpg\" alt=\"Swanky Modern Fireplace at Outdoor Reception\" data-id=\"35430\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Edited-0051-scaled.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/midcentury-modern-wedding-inspiration\/view-more-https-jaimeemorse-pass-us-elchorro-ido-2020-15\/\" class=\"wp-image-35430\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Edited-0051-700x1050.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Edited-0051-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Edited-0051-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Edited-0051-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Edited-0051-1366x2048.jpg 1366w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Edited-0051-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Edited-0051-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: Jaimee Morse Photography<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve got your hands on a swanky outdoor venue, you might be lucky enough to have a gorgeous hearth to zhoosh up with wedding fabulousness. Get inspired with this built-in fireplace and midcentury <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/midcentury-modern-wedding-inspiration\/\">styled shoot set in Palm Springs<\/a>; it\u2019s major glam vintage inspo for a chic yet timeless vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">DIY Wood Wedding Arch with Macram\u00e9 Outdoor Wedding Idea<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-1 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-13 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Macrame-Arch_matt-nicole-elopement-700x1050.jpg\" alt=\"Outdoor Wedding Idea DIY Wedding Arch with Macrame\" data-id=\"43476\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Macrame-Arch_matt-nicole-elopement-scaled.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/whimsical-outdoor-wedding\/matt-nicole-53\/\" class=\"wp-image-43476\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Macrame-Arch_matt-nicole-elopement-700x1050.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Macrame-Arch_matt-nicole-elopement-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Macrame-Arch_matt-nicole-elopement-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Macrame-Arch_matt-nicole-elopement-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Macrame-Arch_matt-nicole-elopement-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Macrame-Arch_matt-nicole-elopement-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Macrame-Arch_matt-nicole-elopement-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: Move Mountains Co.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Love boho wedding trends? Macram\u00e9 is another fab accent for outdoor celebrations; it\u2019s easy to source (new or secondhand), hang, and style for an array of groovy wedding aesthetics. Check out this wedding arch for inspiration. It&#8217;s one of our favorite outdoor wedding ideas!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hippie Van for Unique Wedding Portraits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-1 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-14 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/WildHeartsCollective_DRESS-Charlene-70-700x1050.jpg\" alt=\"Groom with Real Bride Wearing Vintage Bridal Dress and Posing in Front of 60s Van\" data-id=\"34554\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/WildHeartsCollective_DRESS-Charlene-70.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/festival-wedding\/wildheartscollective_dress-charlene-70\/\" class=\"wp-image-34554\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/WildHeartsCollective_DRESS-Charlene-70-700x1050.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/WildHeartsCollective_DRESS-Charlene-70-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/WildHeartsCollective_DRESS-Charlene-70-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/WildHeartsCollective_DRESS-Charlene-70-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/WildHeartsCollective_DRESS-Charlene-70.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: The Wild Hearts Collective<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An outdoor wedding offers plenty of options for couple and guest-photo scenery, from scenic vista backdrops to wildflower meadows and stately gardens. If you\u2019re looking for a unique way to add whimsy to your surroundings, consider renting or borrowing a vintage hippie van in your favorite color; it\u2019s perfect for couples\u2019 photos, lounging, a DIY bar setup, or a photo booth. (Check out more <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/14-super-cute-wedding-ideas\/\">super cute indoor and outdoor wedding ideas<\/a> in the link!)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Outdoor LOVE Sign for Backyard Reception<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-1 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-15 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Outdoor-LOVE-Sign-700x1050.jpg\" alt=\"LOVE Sign for Outdoor Wedding Idea\" data-id=\"43473\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Outdoor-LOVE-Sign-scaled.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/whimsical-outdoor-wedding\/outdoor-love-sign\/\" class=\"wp-image-43473\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Outdoor-LOVE-Sign-700x1050.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Outdoor-LOVE-Sign-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Outdoor-LOVE-Sign-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Outdoor-LOVE-Sign-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Outdoor-LOVE-Sign-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Outdoor-LOVE-Sign-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Outdoor-LOVE-Sign-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: Erika Diaz Photography<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, for big-impact d\u00e9cor that\u2019s easy to rent and install, look to oversized marquee letters declaring (what else?) LOVE! for all to see. These can be sourced in nearly any city and make a great backdrop for garden photos. You won\u2019t regret the investment!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There you have it\u2014gorgeous outdoor wedding ideas inspired by our real brides and their stylish celebrations! To keep the inspiration rolling, check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/romantic-outdoor-wedding\/\">tips for planning an outdoor wedding<\/a> (best times of year, rates to expect, setting a theme and budget\u2014all that good stuff). If you\u2019re planning an outdoor wedding to minimize COVID exposure (great idea for the foreseeable future!), check out our rundown for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/backyard-wedding\/\">hosting an intimate backyard ceremony<\/a>, from planning to tent rentals to paring down your guest list. As always, happy planning and have your best day ever!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"In celebration of all things bright, balmy, and beautiful, we\u2019ve rounded up our dreamiest outdoor wedding ideas inspired by our real brides! Find everything you need for a stylish, functional, and nature-inspired reception aesthetic below. 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