Our Favorite Fall Wedding Ideas
Fall is officially upon us! The air is getting cooler, everyone’s settling into their normal routines at our house, and all of a sudden all we ever want to be is cozy.
The change of seasons got us thinking: we have photographed so many couples who’ve hosted beautiful Fall weddings, and we have a treasure trove of fall wedding ideas waiting in the wings to be shared. So we figured that today, being one of the first days of the season, would be the perfect time to show you our favorite fall wedding ideas!
If you’re dreaming up a fall wedding (or know someone who is), then this is the list you’ll want to read & Pin for later. Light a fall-scented candle, order your Pumpkin Spice Latte, and take a peek at some of the best Fall wedding ideas we’ve come across.
Why We Love Fall Weddings
Fall is such a perfect time to get married. The air is crisp, and the brilliant hues of red and orange fall foliage pop against the sky. It’s easy to see why anyone getting married in this season would want to incorporate its beautiful colours and textures into their day.
We’ve worked with some super creative couples who’ve found tonnes of ways to add a little bit of Fall into their decor. Some go with the quintessential fall-themed items, like flowers, leaves, and orange tones, and some choose incorporate just subtle hints of the season. Here are some of the best ideas we’ve come across, starting with the classics.
Fall Wedding Decor Ideas
Incorporating reds and oranges into the flowers
This one’s a no-brainer, but it’s a classic for good reason! Check out these striking red and orange arrangements.
Fall Leaves
Why not bring some of the best of the fall foliage inside? Greg and Jeremy included simple images of fall leaves on the cover of their wedding program, but you could also bring in the real thing by arranging dried leaves on your tables!
Fall Berries
There are so many varieties of waxy fall berries in all different colors that look stunning in flower arrangements. Why not try tucking fall berries into the boutonniere or bouquet?
Acorns!
Greg and Jeremy used acorns to accent their table cards. So endearing! You could switch acorns for wheat or berries (or really anything else) to perfectly match your wedding style.
Apples
Lucila and Dave created edible table cards by affixing paper “leaves” with their guests’ names and table numbers to juicy red apples.
Dried Wheat & Grass
Dried grasses, wheat, and flowers look perfect for the season. Because they’re so versatile and come in many different sizes, you can use them for anything, from fall bouquets and boutonnieres to decorating your arch or reception hall!
Tartan and Thistle
Laura and Joel are from Scotland so the tartan and thistle in their flower arrangements were totally apropos. But we love plaids of any kind, because they really make everything feel a little more cozy and warm (especially using a flannel material!).
Chickadees
Another idea from Laura and Joel’s wedding: chickadees atop the wedding cake along with artfully arranged branches. This could not be more adorable!!
Moss and forest succulents
We love this for so many reasons but mostly because it’s a totally budget-friendly way to create seasonal table decor! Fill a pretty wooden crate with moss, a few succulents, and translucent floating candles, and you’ve got a centrepiece that looks marvellous and is simple enough to be a DIY project.
Fall Wedding Photo Ideas
Another classic Fall wedding idea is to take your photos among the beautiful fall foliage. It provides the most stunning backdrop, and the colors are to die for. Here are a few highlights from some of our fall portrait sessions in Central Park, Battlefield Park in Princeton, the Grounds for Sculpture, Jasna Polana, and the Morris Museum.
