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## [Beauty in Nature with Outdoor Weddings](https://blog.gillespieflorists.com/Blog/bid/58751/Beauty-in-Nature-with-Outdoor-Weddings)

Posted by Wed, Jul 06, 2011 @ 04:47 PM

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![Sarah Gillespie](https://blog.gillespieflorists.com/hs-fs/file-13663256-jpg/images/sarah-gillespie-blog-badge.jpg) Summer weddings often take place in non-traditional venues such as parks, patios, gardens, lakes or even a backyard! With the popularity of outdoor venues on the rise, in the floral industry we are seeing a trend towards more natural décor for these outdoor weddings.![blue wedding arch](https://blog.gillespieflorists.com/hs-fs/file-13661736-jpg/images/dscn1387.jpg?width=327&height=245&name=dscn1387.jpg)

Many couples choose to say their vows under an arbor or arch, which can be decorated with flowers, greenery, ribbons and more.

Brides are carrying more casual and non-traditional bouquets to fit with the outdoor theme of their wedding.   
![blue & white bridal flowers](https://blog.gillespieflorists.com/hs-fs/file-13660345-jpg/images/100_4594_3_(rev_0).jpg?width=280&height=210&name=100_4594_3_(rev_0).jpg)The use of Erygium (blue thistle), kale, hypericum berries and queen anne’s lace is more widely accepted than ever before. The addition of feathers,wheat, cattails and leaves into arrangements connects nature and texture throughout the  
wedding décor.

Let’s not forget the groom- this ![blue & white wedding bout](https://blog.gillespieflorists.com/hs-fs/file-13661729-jpg/images/dscn1343.jpg?width=252&height=189&name=dscn1343.jpg)summer, he’s wearing a blend of the bride’s bouquet on his lapel. The natural trim gives a sense of masculinity to the boutonniere that appeals to many of our grooms.

![wedding reception tent outside flowers](https://blog.gillespieflorists.com/hs-fs/file-13661754-jpg/images/dscn1402.jpg?width=313&height=235&name=dscn1402.jpg)What about the reception? Is it possible to carry the casual yet elegant theme through the entire event?

Absolutely! This stunning set-up in a large tent carried the floral theme  
from the ceremony to the reception seamlessly.

![head table decoration outdoor wedding](https://blog.gillespieflorists.com/hs-fs/file-13661747-jpg/images/dscn1399.jpg?width=338&height=254&name=dscn1399.jpg)  
Even the head table was garnished end to end with garland and flowers!

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