RUSTIC AND ELEGANT

My definition of rustically elegant: finding a palette that blends nature with the exquisite even baroque touches of fashion and decor.  Think of a beautifully set rough-hewn wood table with porcelain and crystal amongst the trees.  Imagine a Dioresque ballgown in a sustainable or upcycled fabric.  Just remember the key to bringing all these elements together is creating a balance.  Keeping the equilibrium between opposing details is a visual thing you can measure by the process of elimination or addition.  Trust your eyes. You'll know if everything works in tandem.

 
The Details: Wicker settees flank a table of bare wood heaped in crystal, fine china, and classically romantic roses in a palette complementary to the simple organic theme

Above: The detail of this corset is adorned in repurposed laces. The dress on the right is a vintage 1930s gown of Chantilly lace.  A real rustic touch, the bride holds a bouquet of wildflowers. 

CREDITS

Photo 1: Lace Corset Pearl Hsiesh Photography//Photo 2: Gold urn and tea service Judy Nunez Photography///Photo 3: Dresden China Photo Chic///Photo 4: Model in strapless ballgown by Winter Tree Studios//Photo 5: Vintage lace gown Tara Lynn Lawton ///Photo 6: Tea service Judy Nunez Photography//Photo 7: Bride in shabby chic Tara Lynn Lawton///Photo///Photo 8: Place setting Michelle Chang Photography///Photo 9: Shoes and veil Pearl Hsiesh Photography/// Photo 10: Wine glasses Photo Chic//Photo 11: Bride and groom with champagne Pearl Hsiesh Photography//  Photo 12: Cage veil Smoot Photo

Outdoor tables: Judy Nunez Photography

All bridalwear by Amy-Jo Tatum Bridal Couture