From Timeless Tradition to Boho Chic: Ideas for a Stylish Wedding

Hey y'all, Shay here from Shay & Company Weddings and Events! I'm so excited you're looking for inspiration to make your wedding as unique and stylish as you are. There are endless ways to make your special day truly reflect your personal style. I'm gonna share all my best tips and ideas to help you plan a wedding that's distinctly YOU from start to finish.

Choose a Venue that Sets the Tone

The venue you select will determine the entire look and feel of your wedding, so take time to find the perfect spot. Here in beautiful Asheville, NC we've got tons of amazing options to fit every bride's vision!

Want a romantic outdoor wedding? Try North Cove Leisure Club with sweeping views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Looking for urban elegance? Pleb Urban Winery and Urban Orchard Cider Company have modern industrial-style event spaces with gorgeous exposed brickwork. Barn weddings are always popular - Hickory Nut Gap Farm has a quaint barn and fields bursting with wildflowers. Get married outdoors at Olivette Riverside Community and Farm, and let the river scenery steal the show.

Once you've picked your location, think about how to enhance its natural vibe with decor and details. An industrial loft calls for a modern glam look with metallic accents and art deco elements. For a vineyard, go for an ethereal boho chic style with wreaths, macrame, and abundant flowers. A mountain lodge venue like Endagine Inn would pair beautifully with a cozy cabin vibe using burlap, greenery, antler accents and warm lighting.

Really consider the existing architecture, features and layout when planning your decor. A blank canvas warehouse offers endless possibilities, while venues with more ornate spaces call for simple embellishments that don't compete. Take photos of your venue and create a detailed vision board to hone in on your perfect wedding style.

Get Creative with DIY Decor

Your decor is where you can really showcase your personalities and style with purposeful touches and creative DIYs. When picking your color scheme, look for shades with personal meaning that complement your venue. Then mix and match elements to your heart's delight - eclectic is in!

Some unique DIY projects to try:

Table numbers made from family photos or album covers

A memory table displaying cherished mementos and heirlooms

Chair signs with quirky date facts or love song lyrics

Signage and displays made from reclaimed wood and tin

Centerpieces created with old books, teacups, or sheet music

Wreaths, twinkle lights, and tissue paper flowers as ceremony decor

Paper cranes and parasols for a whimsical, boho look

Aim for cohesive, not cookie-cutter decor. Tie everything together using your colors and a mix of textures like linen, lace, wood and metallics. Infuse your personalities into every detail - handpick accessories that speak to you as a couple. With meaningful touches and creative projects, your wedding style will truly represent your amazing love story.

Bridal Style with Personality

Your wedding day attire also provides opportunities to showcase your signature look. For brides, find a silhouette and neckline you adore that flatters your figure perfectly. From fairytale ballgowns to fluid A-line dresses with illusion details, today's bridal looks range from classic elegance to boho.

Play with unique textures like lace and sequins. Try on dresses with color - blush, champagne and silver are so on trend! Add personal touches like custom embroidery with your names or wedding date. Finish with your perfect veil or cape that moves beautifully as you walk the aisle. Complete your look with dazzling jewelry and bridal shoes that show off your personality.

Grooms also have endless stylish suit options beyond the basic black tux. Try lighter grey, navy or sage - even subtle patterns like glen plaid or herringbone. Mix and match colors and fabrics for your groomsmen. Replace ties with bow ties, suspenders or a simple boutonniere. And add personal flair with custom lining, sock colors and cufflinks.

For bridesmaids, mismatched dresses in your wedding palette keep the focus on YOU while allowing them to pick necklines and cuts they love. And accessories galore - jewelry, sparkly shoes, shawls they can rewear - let them shine too!

Thoughtful Touches & Meaningful Details

In the end, it's the meaningful personal details that make your wedding truly you. Display timeless family photos that share your roots. Serve cherished family recipes that connect to your heritage. Infuse your faith or values with spiritual readings, unity rituals, or homages to your parents' own weddings.

Pick wedding flowers with personal significance - maybe roses from your grandparents' garden where you got engaged. Feature your favorite love songs or musical talents during the ceremony and reception. Write your vows to share your unique love story. Recipe your cocktail menu with a custom drink named after you and your partner.

Showcase your interests and hobbies - a ball and chain cake topper for meeting as rival college football fans, a Lego character bridal bouquet if you bonded over toys. The possibilities to infuse personal meaning are endless!

These heartfelt details emphasize what's most important - you two, your love and new life ahead. That's the ultimate path to a stylish, gracefully gorgeous wedding.

Let YOUR Vision Shine

However you choose to style your wedding - glamorous, rustic, modern, traditional - the key is letting YOUR unique vision shine through. Don't feel beholden to expectations or "rules." This is YOUR love story. Trust your taste and do it your way.

Need help bringing your personalized wedding vision to life? I'd absolutely love to meet with you both to explore ideas and themes! We'll look through your Pinterest boards, venue photos, vision board - anything that inspires you. Together we can curate a day that authentically celebrates your relationship with meaningful details and style.

When you're ready to get that styling session rolling, reach out anytime. I can't wait to get creative and make your dream wedding come to life! Let's do this, y'all! xoxo Shay