Backyard weddings are a really special and sentimental choice for couples who want to be close to home on their big day, and there’s so much potential to create memories that the whole family will cherish forever. Creating a romantic, breathtaking setting outdoors takes a little more work than renting a venue, but it allows you to create some beautiful details that are unique to you and your partner. Here are some cute decor ideas to make your day as special as can be.

Creating a romantic atmosphere is all about the lighting, and nothing reminds us more of romance than a starry sky. String lights are a great way to create a twinkling atmosphere, no matter where in the world you may be. Create a canopy of lights or wrap them around trees and table settings to surround your guests with sparkles.

Dried flowers and grasses are a great alternative to fresh bouquets, offering a stylish and more contemporary twist to your decor. Dried bouquets also last a long time, and they can be reused in your future home decor if you want to keep them as a token of the special day.

Mason jars and candles are a classic way to create a soft, romantic atmosphere without causing any fire hazards. Use them to ornament your tables, line walkways, and highlight feature areas and you’ll have a truly magical setting your guests won’t want to leave.

For the ceremony itself, you’ll need to recreate the focal point that a traditional church venue usually offers via an altar. Get creative and fashion an archway with a basic wood or metal frame and adorn it with drapery, flowers, petals, string lights, and candles for your own take on tradition.

Creating comfortable and cozy seating areas for your guests to relax in after the ceremony and formal meal is so important. We love leaning into the backyard style and keeping it rustic with throws, floor cushions, ottomans, and candles.

Get more ideas for cozy outdoor textiles here.

Why not bring the inside out with some playful vintage furniture pieces? Gathering some vintage pieces or bringing what you already have outdoors is a whimsical way to make your garden feel like a home.