Embrace The Rustic Theme With Floral Displays This Autumn

The autumn is a wonderful time of year as the summer greens mellow into the browns, yellows and reds and we celebrate the harvest. It also lends itself to beautiful floral displays, so if you are looking for a wedding flower package it's the ideal time to do it! 

Autumn colours lend themselves particularly well to rustic-themed events, so if you are in need of some seasonal inspiration, here are some useful tips and suggestions. 

Lean into the autumn colour palette

Choose flowers that reflect the natural beauty of the landscape at this time of year, such as the vibrant yellows, oranges and reds of chrysanthemums and dahlias. You can pair them with softer pastel colours if you prefer, like dusky roses, and other soft cream and pink blooms.  

For an extra touch of drama, add some bolder deep red roses, plum carnations. This will draw the eye and add an extra layer of depth and interest to the display.

Create cosy inviting spaces

It’s the time of year when the first chill is in the air and the nights are gradually drawing in, and we seek cosy and inviting indoor spaces. Embrace this mood with thoughtful floral touches to welcome guests around doorways, on mantelpieces, sideboards and so on, as well as the traditional table centrepieces.

The decor should have a simple homespun feel to embrace the charm of a rustic event. For example, flowers or dried grasses in mismatched vases, unvarnished wooden accessories, and plenty of candles will help to capture the right mood. Rustic events should emphasise the connection to nature and have a pleasant informal ambience. 

Make the most of seasonal foliage

Rustic events lend themselves to seasonal autumn foliage such as oak and ivy leaves and dried grasses. These will add movement and texture to the display and enhance the sense of bringing the outdoors in. Mix rich greens with smooth glossy textures with shades of wheat and plaited or rough hewn textures. 

It’s also the perfect time of year to incorporate traditional harvest festival materials, such as rich red and black berries, pinecones, acorns, and even twigs and branches.   

Make the most of dried flowers

Dried flowers are the perfect partner for rustic events, because they tie in well with the rest of the colour scheme and can be used to provide a contrast to the bolder hues of red and orange. They are also a sustainable and long-lasting choice, and can make ideal wedding favours or small keepsakes for guests to take away with them. 

Choose complementary natural materials

Rustic floral arrangements tend to be unstructured and are best paired with natural materials such as timber, earthenware ceramics, vintage glassware, and so on. They are best suited to less formal venues such as converted barns or character properties, rather than contemporary urban spaces. 

However, whatever venue you have chosen, your talented florist team will be able to bring in the beauty and essence of a rustic theme to your space with gorgeous florals and displays.