A January escape to Sheen Falls Lodge: The perfect, luxury getaway
A January escape to Sheen Falls Lodge: The perfect, luxury getaway

Dominique McMullan

Living room inspiration to save from Irish homes
Living room inspiration to save from Irish homes

Megan Burns

January’s best new beauty launches
January’s best new beauty launches

Holly O'Neill

Floral designer Sylvia Abraham on creativity, flowers and the importance of passion
Floral designer Sylvia Abraham on creativity, flowers and the importance of passion

Sarah Finnan

The pieces to splurge on this payday
The pieces to splurge on this payday

Sarah Finnan

Three years after Ashling Murphy’s tragic death, Ireland’s fight against femicide and the silencing of women continues
Three years after Ashling Murphy’s tragic death, Ireland’s fight against femicide and the silencing of...

Roe McDermott

Save the Date! Announcing the IMAGE PwC Businesswoman of the Year Awards 2025
Save the Date! Announcing the IMAGE PwC Businesswoman of the Year Awards 2025

IMAGE

Hungry? This super-easy vegan bruschetta is the bomb
Hungry? This super-easy vegan bruschetta is the bomb

Meg Walker

The top reasons for divorce in modern Ireland
The top reasons for divorce in modern Ireland

Michelle Browne

Plant-based food entrepreneur Aisling Cullen shares her life in food
Plant-based food entrepreneur Aisling Cullen shares her life in food

Sarah Gill

Image / Editorial

Thoughtful Ideas For An Autumn Wedding


By IMAGE
31st Aug 2016
Thoughtful Ideas For An Autumn Wedding

If you’re planning an autumn wedding, no doubt you have the bones of the day well worked out. However, do consider the final little details that can make the occasion extraordinary. These considerations can be particularly important if the ceremony and/or party is to be held outdoors. Simple things like leaving out warm blankets to drape over guests shoulders as the evening chill sets in, or providing hot drinks to sip while they sit out in the crisp night air. An outdoor wedding also allows for exterior decor, where candles and flowers can appear even more beautiful outside than in.

Take inspiration from the thoughtful ideas below and make your wedding a truly wonderful occasion.

Warm and rustic textures and materials work beautifully when it comes to creating charming invitations.

8c7ef61807ea1a96242754216c43d950

Photo: Etsy
A little nod to the coming autumnal season with a golden pumpkin place card holder.

4ec9e3bfb529902574f9219e15ce72cb

Photo: Intimate Weddings
Seat allocation via decorative acorns.

0c33f3e198102fc2f72795e263078c83

Photo: Weddingomania
Dried confetti – a nod to the changing season – kept within easy reach of your guests. For your enjoyment, and theirs.

bfa9b3dde3e91688787a393bad4c8358

Photo: Rock My Wedding
Find inventive ways to light the garden or outdoor venue. Carve out apples and place tea-lights in their centre, or float them in water?with?pretty floral accompaniments.

96d7876a3cc3048d089826d61d7a6d88

Photo: Hi Miss Puff
Your guests will very much appreciate having a soft blanket to wrap around their shoulders for the night.

8254f7cff55d1d5bb1f1c277675169df

Photo: Style Me Pretty?
Maybe it’s too much of a cheeky nod to halloween, but a popcorn buffet is a wonderful sight for guests. Definitely consider various flavours.
c4472e55430ef1958423e6ed779e6f6a
Photo: Brit + Co
A warm drink for when the evening chill sets in. Have a few options if at all possible – hot chocolate or apple cider will satisfy the majority of your guests.

87352acdeb581546c21efe5d55d1d46e

Photo: Brit + Co
Candy apples are a visual delight, even before they are fully assembled. The autumn red of the fruit might be hidden by layers of caramel and sprinkles, but it will enchant your guests without question.

d873b6abf0a74a98d636a514b4b883f5

Photo: Deer Pearl Flowers
Don’t forget the possibility of rain! September through to November?tends to be unpredictable. Leave a stand of umbrellas for your guests to avail of in case the heavens open.
b68efbf280e927794c525f516f928cff
Photo: Inked Weddings
If you have the space, opt for a small, outdoor bar. Contrast this with your hot drinks and serve wine or craft beer.

395da183878e22cce73ce92de54094b9

Photo: Magnolia Rouge
Make the best use of the seasonal colour spectrum. Scattering petals that adhere?to the colour palette can make for a real wow moment.

1872f5641cce89a6d41b7379f156da34

Photo: Buzzfeed
And finally, pull the colour scheme into your bouquet. Even summer colours cannot compare to the golden hues of a well arranged autumnal bouquet.

77d93482a235040217914e191e82b4a7

Photo: The Excited Bride