Trends - Rustic Chairs for Special Events

Rustic is a trend that is here to stay awhile. Everyone seems to like bringing elements of it into their homes and other spaces, including their event decor. When it comes to weddings, rustic has made a big impact. Barns and gardens have become important wedding venues, specifically for their rustic appeal.

When deciding on a theme for your big day, don’t forget to consider rustic ideas even if you want a more classic wedding look. By bringing in some of the rustic feel, you can pull off a fresh look that has your guests feeling right at home. The greatest quality of the rustic trend is that it offers a nostalgic re-imagining of traditional spaces.

Many of us are inclined to choose intimate, homey events full of fun and laughter. In the past, weddings often were a stuffy, formal affair. But now we are interested in celebrating more informally. The rustic style lends the kind of feel that takes the overall formal tone of the event down a few notches. This is a great choice when you want to create a conversational, stay-awhile type of ambiance at your wedding.

When it comes to choosing chairs for your rustic wedding, look no further than classic wooden cross-back chairs. They have a simple design and come in an array of stains and colors. This allows them to fit in with almost any decor, especially those with a rustic influence. Here are a few ideas for dressing up your chairs for that big day.

Basic 

If your wedding decor is intricate enough, you may want to provide some balance with simple chairs. Or perhaps you have a minimalist theme and prefer to not decorate your chairs at all. When you choose beautiful wooden chairs such as cross-back chairs, you have the option to simply use them as they are. Add a seat cushion, as shown in the photo above, as you’ll have a functional yet beautiful chair awaiting each guest.

Fabric 

Fabric is always an excellent choice for decorating chairs. You can choose a light, gauzy material that will give your event a soft, ethereal ambiance. Or you can decide to use something more substantial and formal. There are many ways to wrap the fabric around the chairs, and it would be worth your time to search for ideas and experiment with them yourself. Fabric can be woven through the rungs on the back of the chair in intricate patterns or it can simply hang down with a ribbon tied around the middle. You can also add greenery or flowers to enhance the look.

Lace 

Lace is a versatile material that will work well for many different kinds of themes. It can dress up a chair and can be placed on the chair in a number of different ways. You can also tie it on with ribbons, flowers, greenery, or something rustic like burlap (shown here). Each one of these items will give an entirely different feel, so experiment with what works best with your decor.

Floral

Flowers are classic when it comes to weddings. If you have a heavily rustic theme, flowers can soften the overall look. You really can’t go wrong with flowers, so if you feel like decorating all of your chairs with them, go ahead! Tie them into little chair bouquets, or create more intricate wreaths of flowers that hang down the backs of the chairs. You can always mix flowers with other looks for neat contrasts, as well.

Greenery

Flowers are beautiful, but nothing looks quite as rustic and fresh as greenery. Choose to dress up your wooden chairs with a bit of balsam, eucalyptus, or willow tied on with ribbon. There are just as many greenery choices as there are floral options! This look can give you that lovely woodsy feel that makes your guests feel enlivened and comfortable in the space. As a bonus, many greenery choices give off an appealing scent that will naturally make your wedding smell beautiful.

Glass

Maybe you’re a big fan of the mason jar trend or you have a ton of pretty wine bottles you’d love to find a use for. Your rustic wedding might just be the place to put them to work. You can place flowers or greenery in bottles and carefully tie them to the chairs. Or use battery-powered candles in mason jars, for a cozy flickering effect at an evening wedding.

Rustic has been part of design for a long time, but has really made a big resurgence in the last few years. Since it brings in various elements from nature combined with vintage items, it is an excellent design and budget choice. Choosing a rustic theme means that you can have an incredibly beautiful wedding, while still giving your budget some room to breathe.

Chairs are an important element of any wedding and your guests comfort should be a top priority. Make sure that you don’t skimp on decorating when it comes to your chairs. Try out various design choices to find the one that will make your whole event come alive. With so many great decor resources available, you can create that wedding that you’ve always dreamed about.

For gorgeous cross-back chairs that will perfectly compliment your rustic wedding, look no further than Coast to Coast Event Furniture. We can help you turn your dream into reality with many styles and colors to choose from. Visit our website at CTCEventFurniture.com.