Rustic style is steeped in the charm of a rural village with a touch of a typical American farm. The urban gloss is replaced by the touchingness of simple clothes, the smell of wild flowers and the warmth of the hearth. The bride's desire to wear a rustic wedding dress is a return to the roots, a desire to show the natural beauty of youth against the backdrop of nature. When decorating a celebration, they use antique items, natural fabrics and a simple color palette.
What is special about it?
The rustic style is reminiscent of village motifs, which were initially embodied in the composition of interiors, and later migrated to the fashionable trend. Clothes made of natural fabrics of a muted palette won the hearts of city women who appreciated the comfort of the material. A wedding dress in the rustic style attracts attention with its simple cut and decor like old embroidery.
Distinguishing features:
- The best suggestion for a bride is to sew a wedding dress herself. If the girl can't handle such work, then she can simply complement the dress with handmade beads and earrings;
- Simple dress patterns minimize discomfort when wearing. Due to the absence of unnecessary seams in clothing, the skin will "breathe";
- For sewing you will need only natural fabrics that do not cause allergic reactions. Cotton and linen wedding dresses will give you coolness in summer and warmth in winter;
- Choose spacious or fitted, short or long models. You can choose clothes without any decoration at all. For a dress or a sarafan, choose an embroidered belt with fringe, which becomes the key decoration;
- I liked the foreign idea of combining cowboy boots with a wedding dress. If the bride is not ready for such experiments, it is enough to choose comfortable shoes with a low heel.
The rustic style denies any pretentious decorations. Wooden bracelets or a pendant with a natural stone will emphasize the tenderness of the bride. A girl with a wicker bag at a summer wedding looks coquettish, in winter it is advisable to throw a shawl over your shoulders.
Styles
The styles of wedding dresses in the rustic style should be as simple as possible, not restrict movement and resemble ethnic motifs. Decoration with applique or embroidery is welcome. When choosing a wedding dress, the following principles are used - lightness of the material, freedom of cut, handmade decorations. It is advisable to let your hair down or braid it, decorating your head with a wreath of wild flowers. Inspiration is drawn from aged wood, the smell of moss after rain, stones on the edge of the forest, shrouded in morning fog.
Famous styles:
- A-line dress – involves a gradual widening of the cut from the shoulders to the hem of the model. Thanks to the tight bodice, it is possible to emphasize the curves, and the loose skirt adds a touch of femininity to the image. The model is designed for girls with different types of figures. If curvy beauties can hide the extra volume of the hips, then thin brides will acquire soft outlines of the figure. Petite young ladies will seem taller and slimmer in such a dress, and tall girls will acquire the missing softness of the silhouette. With the help of such a dress, pregnant brides can hide a small belly from prying eyes;
- Shortened model – rustic offers not only long models, but also shortened dresses. This way the bride will be able to demonstrate her slender legs and emphasize her toned physique. The cut remains the simplest, there is no complex decor and multi-layered skirts. A dress that is too short is strictly prohibited, which contradicts the rustic style;
- A flowing floor-length dress – a garment made of natural fabrics will balance the figure and give a feeling of comfort. The model will smooth out visible flaws in the physique and make the gait royally majestic. Long garments remain the most accessible way to hide flaws on the hips and stomach;
- Dresses with a high waistline are chosen by brides of any body type and height. The top of the dress is often decorated with antique lace or embroidery, drawing attention to the bust of the owner, and the spacious falling bottom hides curvy hips and tummy. This style will highlight the waistline. A high-waisted model is characterized by a neckline and no sleeves. Most often, girls choose floor length, although mid-length dresses are gradually coming into fashion;
- Sundresses with lace - sundresses of simple cut from light fabrics will decorate a wedding in rustic style. There are models with and without straps, but the main decoration of the sundress is vintage lace and braid. The choice for a summer rustic wedding is a tight-fitting linen or chintz sundress in the chest area, turning into a spacious skirt of simple cut. Simple lace knitted by the bride looks especially touching;
- Open back models – the rustic style does not prohibit dresses with an open back. The slit should be of medium size, not seeming pretentious or vulgar. The requirements for naturalness are preserved, but without urban pretentiousness;
- Robes with sleeves of different lengths - there are models with lantern sleeves or very short sleeves. Voluminous long sleeves with embroidered cuffs look elegant. You can complement the sleeves with a thin braid, which is used to trim the bodice. The material can be the same as the dress or only lace can be used.
The bride's natural beauty will be emphasized by beaded appliques on the dress. It is advisable to use ethnic or plant motifs. A girl can turn any simple sarafan into a stylish product if she masters the simple technique of bead embroidery.






Materials and fabrics
When choosing fabric for sewing a wedding dress, preference is given to naturalness and natural texture. Requirements for the material:
- Fabrics with a rigid texture, capable of holding folds and the desired silhouette. Recommended for girls with a miniature build to give the figure a feminine outline;
- Softer materials that can be draped. Will appeal to full-figured brides, because the loose fit elongates the figure. Slender young ladies can also use the material to add airiness to their look;
- Transparent fabrics are useful for sewing sleeves, ruffles or decorative inserts. Girls with a slender build can use them to create soft contours, but if you are overweight, you should avoid such material.
It's time to choose lightweight fabrics for a country wedding. The exception is the artificial fabrics often chosen by city brides.
Fabric offer:
- Linen dresses have been held in high esteem by the people since ancient times. Such clothes will serve their owner for a long time, and at the same time have the property of resisting fungi and bacteria. Linen clothes retain their shape and do not wrinkle, and also give a feeling of coolness;
- Cotton clothing allows air to circulate freely. The fabric is comfortable in the summer heat, absorbs excess moisture. The only drawback is that it loses its original shape and wrinkles quickly.
The color palette of the dress should correspond to the concepts of naturalness. Brides choose white, cream, ivory, beige and powder shades.
Additional elements and decor
The desire for naturalness is expressed by a wedding in the rustic style. An outdoor ceremony in the bosom of nature with a subsequent celebration on the site or in a tent is desirable. You can hold the celebration in the city, but decorate the hall in accordance with rustic traditions.
Wooden cuts, logs or bark are used as much as possible. Improvised chairs and tables with cracks on the surface are the embodiment of the rustic style. Often, rough burlap is used for decoration, wrapping vases, accessories, and chair backs.
Addition to the bride's image:
- Volumetric handmade jewelry. A girl can make bracelets from wooden blanks by gluing beads or feathers;
- The veil is forbidden. Instead, a wreath of wild flowers is placed on the head. A small, modest tiara may be worn, but without precious stones;
- Earrings and pendants should match the image;
- In summer, embroidered shoulder capes will come in handy; in winter, it is better to use openwork shawls.
An abundance of wild bouquets is welcome. Flowers are placed in glass bottles or vases, wrapped in coarse twine. Tables are decorated with jars of preserves, small barrels of honey, wicker baskets of fruit.
Popular brands
If you are unable to sew your wedding dress yourself, we recommend that you contact professionals:
- Ivy & Aster – expensive silk wedding dresses rustic with rich decor. The brand offers sophisticated models that turn girls into exquisite forest nymphs. Transparent flying material contrasts with foam frills and chiffon flowers;
- Bohemian Bride – attracts only famous designers to develop styles. Incredible creative developments, made in dazzling white, pastel and powdery tones, are breathtaking;
- Claire Pettibone – fine work combined with high-quality fabrics. Each dress is a masterpiece of creation with elegant combinations of delicate lace, natural fabrics and decor. Refined elegance for girls who appreciate the abundance of handmade lace;
- Jesus Peiro – aspiration for seclusion and chastity. Refusal of coquetry in favor of straight lines, strict silhouette, aristocracy and elegance. The brand promotes the concepts of asceticism and adherence to the rules of etiquette.
Wedding traditions of the rustic style tend to naturalness. The shades of the dresses cause aesthetic pleasure, and the bride attracts attention with her natural beauty.




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