Picnic Inspired Weddings

I’m having a thing with picnics lately. Perhaps it’s because International Picnic Day is Sunday, or that the weather has been so lovely it must be enjoyed by sitting outside on a blanket. Carefree days eating an ice cream cone beneath a tree, there is so much to love when it comes to the sweet simplicity of summer, and that’s why this season is the most popular for weddings. Of course the biggest reason is that you can have the day of your dreams celebrated outside…saying I do amongst a clear blue ocean sky or and al fresco dinner that turn into a dance party below star filled skies. Yes, it’s no surprise I love an outdoor wedding, when my day comes, you know it’ll be spent amongst the beauty that is nature. Which is why I think picnic weddings are just the best, especially if you’re an outdoorsy couple or maybe a picnic was your first date. From a more casual and relaxed day lounging and sipping champagne, to playing festive outdoor games and an endless night making s’mores, the idea of a picnic wedding just seems absolutely lovely! I’ve gathered up some of my favorite ideas to inspire you to have a fun outdoor affair of your own…

When it comes to a picnic wedding, all rules are out the window. Make sure guests are aware they can expect to lounge and relax on your wedding day. Oh, did I mention having a wedding at a local park might save you hundreds. Some parks allow you to hold a party without any fee. Search for ones that have areas that are a bit more private for other park goers, maybe even one with a lake view! via Easy Weddings

You can’t have a picnic wedding without lounge areas set with a comfy blankets and baskets filled with of course champagne! via Gal Meets Glamvia Grey Likes Weddings

Because a picnic wedding photo shoot perfectly hidden amongst flowering trees is just too magical. top image via Green Wedding Shoes

A picnic is the perfect kind of wedding to have catered by all your favorite food trucks! via Wedding Chicks

Nature’s background is the only decor you really need, okay maybe a few vintage pieces too. via Style Me Pretty

Along with dancing, entertain guests with a variety of fun games. Anyone up for some hula hooping? via Snippet and Ink

Dining outdoors is always a treat and if you’re in your own backyard, it’s not only extra relaxing, it’s even more meaningful too. via Lonny

Parks aren’t the only places to hold a picnic wedding, how about saying a casual I Do alongside by the ocean. via Domino

You don’t have to seat your guests on the floor and just feed them small bites, set up long picnic tables with boxes full of gourmet eats for each person. via Eric Kelley Photography

Play up your menu by using seasonal and mess free foods. via Wedding Obsessed

Picnic weddings don’t have to in any way be rustic, they can be just as elegant like this one with seating beneath pergolas draped in dreamy fabric. via Style Me Pretty

Treat guests to an array of summer inspired desserts. via The Wedding Scoop

A movie on the lawn would be a fabulous way to end the night or, if your location permits, setup a bonfire for some s’mores and stargazing. via Intimate Weddings