How to Have a Stylish & Fun Laid-back Wedding

Bride in lace dress groom holding hands barn wedding

When it came time to kick-start the wedding planning, Rachel decided to plan a big wedding that she never knew she wanted, and we’re so glad she did! Rachel and Nicks laid-back day was anything but boring with rustic charm, boho-esque style, and fun personalized details that we can’t help but love.

Speaking of love, if there's one thing we love most of all, it’s fashion! Rachel looked absolutely stunning in her wedding dress from Lover's Society, and just wait till you see her bridesmaids! Keep scrolling to see all the highlights, and grab a closer look in the full gallery from Sarah Brookhart Photography.

Elegant white lace wedding dress on vintage mirror

Elegant beige block heel sandals with floral accents Elegant wedding rings in box with pink silk ribbon

Bridesmaids celebrate in floral robes before wedding

how he asked

From the bride: We dated for six years, traveled to seven countries together, and adopted two kitties. One night in August we were walking on the beach in Ocean City and came across a heart made out of candles and rose petals inside spelling 'will you marry me'. Both of our families were there, and Nick proposed right as the sun started to set.

Elegant bride with bouquet in garden wedding dress

Bride and bridesmaids in blush gowns at rustic wedding

Bride in lace gown holds a beautiful wedding bouquet

Eight groomsmen in blue suits pose for wedding photo Bride and groom embrace lovingly, holding wedding bouquet

Happy wedding couple walking hand in hand in garden

Wedding chalkboard sign: Choose a seat, not a side, we

laid-back and fun

I always thought we would elope or have a small intimate wedding, but the second I was engaged I wanted to start planning the dream wedding I never knew I wanted. I initially looked into modern/industrial venues, but then fell in love with the rustic charm of Shadow Creek. I wanted the overall vibe to feel romantic, but laid back and fun.

Outdoor wedding ceremony setup with floral arch and chairs

Unplugged ceremony welcome sign with programs and hand fans

Bride and groom exchanging vows at outdoor wedding ceremony Happy couple walking down aisle after wedding ceremony

Bride and groom share a kiss, holding Mr and Mrs mugs

Ornate mirror sign: Find your party animal, yours to have and to hold Rustic wedding place cards with gold animal holders

Cat themed signature cocktail menu at a wedding event

Barn wedding venue with string lights and chandeliers Elegant wedding table setting with greenery and candles

Rustic wedding reception table with greenery centerpieces

Elegant wedding table setting with flowers and candles Elegant place setting with menu napkin and greenery

custom design elements

One of my favorite design elements was the hanging hoops above our sweetheart table. The second I saw those beams I knew I wanted to have some type of floral arrangement hang from them, and the hoops were the perfect solution for our budget. I liked the contrast of the rustic farm tables for the bridal party and the more traditional round tables. I also had a lot of fun making the farm animals for the 'find your party animal' escort cards. We had to include our cat babies in our big day, too, so we had our signature drinks named after them and I loved how the sign we ordered on Etsy turned out.

Elegant wedding sweetheart table with floral hoops