Into the Woods: 25+ Ideas for a Forest Wedding
Let the beauty of nature inspire your wedding. Here are 25 beautiful ideas for a woodland wedding.
By: Kristen Klein
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A small clearing in the woods is all you need to create a picture-perfect spot to exchange vows.
Photo: Adventure Instead
Ceremony Ideas
Your walk down the aisle is even more romantic when it's through a forest.
Photo: The Heims via Ivory and Pine Co.
Ceremony Ideas
Mirror the natural beauty of your surroundings in your ceremony seating.
Photo: Marina Koslow
Ceremony Ideas
Plant a tree together during your ceremony; as it grows, it'll always remind you of your magical forest wedding ceremony.
Photo: Charleston Photo Art LLC.
Reception Ideas
Set your reception against a woodland backdrop for a gorgeous outdoor wedding.
Photo: Megan Robinson Photography
Reception Ideas
A log cabin is a dreamy setting for a forest reception.
Photo: The Heims via Ivory and Pine Co.
Reception Ideas
Moss and muted flowers bring a natural element to your reception tables.
Photo: The Heims via Ivory and Pine Co.
Photo Inspiration
Illuminated from behind in a clearing, this forest photo is pure magic.
Photo: Two Mann Studios
Photo Inspiration
Take a hike with your new spouse with "just married" signs attached to your backpacks!
Photo: Adventure Instead
Photo Inspiration
A greenery-covered photo backdrop adds an extra element of whimsy to your forest wedding.
Photo: Tori Kelner
Photo Inspiration
Getting married in autumn? Toss some leaves for a fantastically fall photo.
Photo: Jessica Manns Photography
Photo Inspiration
Add a pop of color to your forest setting with some carefully-placed blooms.
Photo: Jessica White Photography
Photo Inspiration
A low angle really helps show off the height of the trees surrounding you
Photo: Third Eye Photography
Photo Inspiration
A forest after dark can be a little eerie; transform it into something magical with plenty of twinkling lights.
Photo: Ama By Aisha
Rings
Wooden rings will serve as a wonderful daily reminder of your forest nuptials.
Photo: Charleston Photo Art LLC.
Bouquets
Pinecones, evergreen sprigs, and wild berries create a wonderfully rustic bouquet.
Photo: Hannah Woodard Photography
Cakes
Cover your cake with a tree and mountain motif to reflect your setting.
Photo: Narrative Imagery
Cakes
Carve your initials into a wood-grain cake for a sweet and romantic touch.
Photo: Charleston Photo Art LLC.