Dyanna LaMora
September 10, 2025
There’s something magical about saying “I do” under twinkling lights in your own backyard. A backyard wedding can feel warm, personal, and unforgettable, but only if it’s done the right way. Too often, couples begin planning with a set of assumptions that sound convenient but don’t hold up in reality. As a wedding planner who has designed backyard celebrations for high-end clients, I want to set the record straight.Read more...
Thistle and Pine Photo
July 31, 2025
Jenny and Ryan didn’t want a wedding that felt like it could be someone else's. They wanted one that felt like home. So, they got married in theirs. Having the day in a place where their life together already existed meant they were automatically surrounded by the things that mattered to them. Their backyard became the reception space, filled with their own furniture and handmade details. “The inspiration was items from our own home and the life we had already built together,” Jenny said. “It was colourful but sentimental and romantic.”Read more...
Phoebe C
May 13, 2025
Byron and Rose's wedding was the ultimate blend of laid-back rebellion and deep personal style - think shotgun wedding energy meets backyard house party, with a punk twist. Hosting it at the a family home kept it intimate and unruly in the best way (but did mean it was a lot of work to organise!)Read more...
Saturn and Sun Collective
April 11, 2025
Jennifer and Rich’s wedding was a weekend-long celebration of music, love, and personal history. Held in Nashville in October, their ceremony took place in an Episcopal cathedral before guests joined them at their home for a reception that blended rock 'n' roll with Renaissance Faire influences.Read more...
The Sugarcoated Company
March 18, 2025
Throwing a big, traditional wedding wasn’t was Hella and Noah wanted, but neither was a small-scale elopement. So they decided to blend the two, throwing a party at home that was intimate, yet full unconventional touches. “We did all the basic stuff,” Hella says, “but poured some alternative sauce on there. No regrets.”Read more...
Steve Hillman Weddings
January 13, 2025
After 11 years together, Rosie and Tom planned their wedding in just three months! Their ceremony was held at a local registry office and their joyful, laid back party was in Rosie’s parents’ garden. Both the bride and groom wore suits and the entire day cost less than £5,000.Read more...
Naida Lindberg
October 25, 2024
This is the story of a rock 'n' roll singer, and a bombshell of a babe writer. Matty and Sid locked eyes during one oh hist sets, and the rest was history. The next year was spent planning their backyard wedding in Santa Cruz, CA, for their one year anniversary.Read more...
KT
August 30, 2024
On a crisp February day, the Lunar New Year for the year of the dragon no less, Chris and Barbara-Anna exchanged vows in a celebration that felt like it was pulled directly from the pages of a fantasy novel. They were wed after eight years together, nearly exactly to the day they first started dating.Read more...
Peggy Saas
July 16, 2024
Nathan and Robyn described their wedding as "a yee-haw showdown", where the cowboy theme was woven into every detail of their day. With cacti, bejewelled suits and neon lights, their own backyard was transformed into their venue. The guests were dressed in their cowboy best too which really added to the theme.Read more...
Brooke Miller
July 10, 2024
A vinyl record seating chart... mini records on the table... vintage colourful glassware... a green and orange heart-shaped cake... a temporary tattoo station... Anna and Cole's California wedding was classic Rock n Roll Bride. Blending boho charm with the colours of California made for a picturesque celebration, which they hosted in the groom's parents back garden.Read more...
Radski
June 19, 2024
With a total spent of £6,000, Nicole and Garin's wedding was all about the DIY. After their registry office ceremony, they hosted a garden party reception in their own home. Not only did doing almost everything themselves save a ton of cash, but they were able to do it exactly how they wanted.Read more...
State of Love and Trust
April 22, 2024
On a sunny July day, amidst the familiar blooms of Billie's childhood garden, she and Mike exchanged their vows. The garden had always been a special place for the bride growing up, and her mum and stepdad were married there, so she always hoped she'd be able to do the same.Read more...
Lonely Hunter Weddings
March 8, 2024
Stephanie and Ryan were married at the bride's parent's home. They wanted a budget-friendly DIY day which was themed around their favourite colours. "I had always wanted a beautiful deep navy/ blue as my wedding colour theme", the bride told us. "This happened to suit Ryan too with his red hair and blue eyes. As we started looking for bridesmaid dresses we found these beautiful marigold coloured ones and fell in love. The colour scheme then shifted to include marigolds and yellow/orange tones as well as all the blue."Read more...
Janine Rose
November 13, 2023
Armed with a budget of $7,000, Michaela and Matthew planned their wedding in just eight months. Drawing inspiration from the medieval, bohemian, fairy-esque weddings that they'd seen online, Michaela used jewel-toned and DIY elements to create their vision from start to finish.Read more...
Brittany Dunbar
June 8, 2023
A was a whimsical and enchanting affair that perfectly encapsulated their eclectic tastes and love for vibrant colours. Andrew and Evelyn's wedding was hosted in a friend's back garden, with another friend officiating the ceremony and others helping with all the DIY, their day was a wonderful, creative collaboration which celebrated their love in a really special way.Read more...
Kyra Boyer
June 2, 2023
Describing their wedding theme as "a little bit country, a little bit rock 'n' roll," Jordan and Chris took inspiration from icons like Dolly Parton, the vibrant hues of the '70s, and the electrifying energy of Queen for their wedding. Held in their parents' back garden, they were determined to break free from convention and create an unforgettable partyRead more...
Adam Lalani Photo + Film
May 24, 2023
Priscilla and Bobby's backyard Miami disco-themed wedding was a vibrant and joyous celebration, with unconventional choices like no assigned seating and liquor-infused chocolate truffles. They embraced their artistic side, incorporating DIY projects and personal touches.Read more...
Neslie Fudge
April 19, 2023
Hallie and Sean planned a rock ‘n’ roll meets bohemian wedding on a $2,300 budget. With a black dress, DIY decor, and a handfasting ceremony officiated by the bride’s father, their celebration was all about reflecting their unique personalities and style.Read more...
Chelsea Leigh
January 16, 2023
Rosie and Lauris were married in July in Lauris' parents' garden in Stocksfield. Being part of the LGBTQ+ community, they wanted their wedding to celebrate their love in their own way so they opted for a DIY woodland wedding.Read more...
Leonie May
December 16, 2022
Although they ran away with 15 of their friends for their Vegas ceremony, Holly and Ged did still want a big party at home for everyone else. Doing the ceremony and reception separately meant they got the best of both worlds.Read more...