Fantastic themes for your perfect barn wedding

Barn weddings have become increasingly popular in recent years due to their warm charm and versatility.   It’s easy to swap out a few key elements and get a completely different vibe.   For instance, at Ash & Oak, we have dimmable chandeliers and string lighting adorning the barn with sheer curtains and uplighting available to quickly shift the mood and feel.  When touring our venue, we life to get a feel for the theme and style you’re going for so can help you develop the vision. Whatever you taste, here are some of the most popular themes and styles for barn weddings:

1. Elegant: For couples who want a more formal and upscale feel, an elegant barn wedding might be the way to go. This theme often features sophisticated lighting, glamorous centerpieces, and a refined color palette of whites, golds, and silvers.

2. Vintage: Vintage barn weddings often feature antiques, lace, pastel colors and soft romantic lighting. Vintage can range from a 1920s speakeasy theme to a 1950s retro vibe.  It’s perfect for couples who want to create a nostalgic, timeless atmosphere for their wedding day.

3. Bohemian: Bohemian barn weddings started as a free-spirited celebration that embraces nature, artistic expression, and unconventional elements. It has since grown into a style of its own with prominent fixtures such as pompous grasses, flowing or intricate dresses, and colorful textiles. Bohemian barn weddings often feature vibrant colors, bold patterns, and a mix of vintage and modern decor.

4. Industrial: An industrial barn wedding incorporates elements such as metal, concrete, and exposed pipes. This style can be sleek and modern or incorporate vintage elements for a more eclectic vibe.

5. Glamorous: A glamorous barn wedding is an elegant and sophisticated affair. This style features luxurious fabrics, crystal chandeliers, and formal attire.   You’ll find monochromatic color palettes with hints of metallic, lush blooms, raised center pieces and other intricate details as central to a glamorous theme.  Pearls and other bling tend to show up to maximize the wow factor and demonstrate that no detail is too small for the perfect glamorous feel. It’s also not uncommon to find  other styles such as vintage fitting into the fix.

6. Rustic: The rustic theme is one of the most popular choices for barn weddings. It emphasizes the natural beauty of the barn and its surroundings, incorporating elements such as wood, burlap, mason jars, and wildflowers. The color scheme is often neutral, with plenty of browns, greens, and other earth tones. Rustic weddings are often the easiest to pull off since there is often a focus towards minimalistic beauty and enjoying the natural elements of the venue.

7. Country: A country barn wedding features cowboy boots, plaid shirts, and denim. This style often incorporates rustic elements such as hay bales, wagon wheels, and barn doors. This style is perfect for couples who want to embrace their rural roots and celebrate their love of the outdoors.

Ultimately, the style of a barn wedding will depend on the couple's personal taste and the overall atmosphere they want to create for their special day.