If you’ve just got engaged, chances are eager to get started with wedding planning. For those who haven’t got a secret book of wedding inspiration stowed away somewhere, the first stop of every wedding planning journey is gathering the inspiration that will influence the look and feel of your special day.
When gathering wedding inspiration, it helps to think outside the box. Pinterest, Instagram, wedding blogs and wedding fairs are after all great sources of ideas, but with countless other brides accessing these resources, it can be hard to find make your wedding unique to you..
To help you create a big day that’s tailored to both of you, we’re here to share seven surprising sources of wedding inspo.
1. Your venue
Delaying your hunt for inspiration until you’ve secured the wedding venue of your dreams works in more ways than one. Wedding venues are untapped and underappreciated sources of wedding inspiration so use those venue viewings wisely.
Observe the architecture, décor and colours already on display at your chosen venue to inspire a wedding look that works and doesn’t break the bank.
Here at Holmewood Hall, we offer another source of wedding inspiration. Our blog is filled with real weddings from the couples who have already graced Holmewood Hall to enjoy their perfect big day. Check out our latest real life wedding blog for inspiration.
2. The season
Why stop at taking in the surroundings of your wedding venue? Head outdoors to enjoy your surroundings and get those creative juices flowing further. As well as using sights from the natural world to craft a rustic wedding day, taking inspiration from the season you’ll be tying the knot in will ensure a big day brimming with charm.
We recently wrote about how to use pumpkins in your wedding décor, which is a classic example of using the season to your advantage when planning your wedding day.
3. Your holiday
If you’re heading off on holiday in the coming weeks or months, don’t put your hunt for inspiration on hold. There are many holiday destinations around the world as well as on home turf that will provide food for thought for your big day. Absorb the culture and surroundings during your travels, and use it when planning your special day.
4. The local market
Visiting a local market offers inspiration a plenty. Here Deluxy explains how a simple trip to a local farmers’ market this weekend could influence your wedding:
“…these markets are full of creativity, wedding gifts, and food options. Moreover, farmer’s markets often have fabulous flower stalls with exuberant flower displays. We all know how important flowers are when you’re planning a wedding, and you’ll never struggle to find beautiful floristry at a farmer’s market. Furthermore, you can ask the florists for personal wedding advice on the best flowers to get for your wedding.”
5. Your lifestyle
Every wedding should be a reflection of the couple at its centre, so why wouldn’t you use your lifestyle as inspiration? From your personal style to the morals you live your life by, incorporating the things that mean the most to you into your day will ensure an extra special and utterly unique occasion.
6. The high street
Hit the high street in search of inspiration and indulge in a little window shopping. The window displays of high street and designer stores offer endless stimulation that is stylish, on-trend and seasonal.
7. Your home
It’s not just your lifestyle that should influence your big day. Your home can provide more wedding inspiration than you think, especially if you’ve poured your heart and soul into decorating and accessorising your space.
Take inspiration from the colour schemes and themes you’ve used, the final flourishes you’ve added and the accessories that make it to plan a wedding that reflects your personality and flair to a tee.
