15 Gorgeous Ways to Decorate Your Wedding Tent

Melissa Paniagua
Jul 09, 2016

Anyone checking things off that just-engaged to-do list (aka planning a wedding) knows that all the inspiration out there can be overwhelming. But those Pinterest boards are worth sifting through when it comes to planning your wedding tent decor. Using a tent for your big day may come in handy if the weather isn’t on your side but you still want to get that gorgeous outdoor vibe. Picture it: hanging flowers, sequined tablecloths, vintage wedding decor and lots of lush greenery for your garlands. So start fueling your wedding dreams with these stunning wedding tent photos and get your wedding Pinterest boards ready!

1. All-White Wedding Tent: Dreaming of an elegant wedding? Then a stunningly beautiful all-white tent is a MUST. If you’re only using one type of flower and lots of greenery, save some cash and buy your flowers in bulk. Your wallet — and florist — will thank you later. (via Shannon Michele Photography / Style Me Pretty)

2. Rustic + Elegant Wedding Tent: Pairing rustic tables and the prettiest peonies is already a winning combination, but add all-natural green garlands to your wedding tent and you’ve got a dreamy farm venue. Make sure you leave lots of open space for the dance floor too. (via Chelsea Brown Photography / Style Me Pretty)

3. Sequined Glam Wedding Tent: You will fall truly, madly, deeply in love with this gorgeous decor. How could you not, with those sequined tablecloths, whimsical string lights, rustic farm chairs and that stunning chandelier? There’s all kinds of glam and chic under this tent. (via onelove photography / MOD Wedding)

4. Whimsical Vineyard Wedding Tent: Sometimes you have to let the scenery speak for itself with less-is-more decor. To create this easy look, simply put a no-fuss garland around the entrance of the tent, spread some petals down the aisle and hang vintage lanterns leading up the path. (via Meg Runion / Southern Weddings)

5. Romantic Woodland Wedding Tent: Boho brides, this one’s for you. Drenched in gorgeous romantic details, this intimate wedding tent is pure perfection. Think lots of soft romantic fabrics draped on tables and hanging from the ceiling. Plus those woodland fairytale chandeliers can be a fun DIY project for you and your gals. (via High Five For Love / Every Last Detail)

6. Organic Greenhouse Wedding Tent: Step outside the norm with this clear wedding tent incorporating light bulbs and metallic chairs. You can easily channel your inner garden goddess by keeping things fresh, modern and relaxed. Add mini herb gardens on the tables for your guests to take as wedding favors once the party is over. (via Shane Shepherd / Hello May)

7. Ranch-Style Wedding Tent: From the desert vibe to the vintage furniture, we can’t help but be drawn to this cool-girl ranch setting. It’s perfect for the couple who loves a relaxed feel but still wants to add personalized details. (via Sophie Epton Photography / Loot Vintage Rentals)

8. Chic Bohemian Wedding Tent: Whether or not you’re throwing a secret garden fete, you’ll totally be inspired by this lovely look. The white and green palette brings elegance and some organic flair. The stunning flower chandeliers really set the scene for a fun black-tie affair. (via KT Merry Photography / Inside Weddings)

9. Intimate Chic Wedding Tent: Every little detail of this glamorous yet intimate wedding tent is to die for! To make this decor your own, keep the color scheme neutral with lots of whites and tans, but add pops of green through the flowers or accent tablecloths. Whimsical string lights will make for insanely gorgeous pictures. (via Adam Barnes Fine Art Photography / Style Me Pretty)

10. Delightful Floral Wedding Tent: Make a statement on your Big Day by hanging floral pieces and lanterns inside your tent for a little something extra. Hang them over the dance floor or have them feature as the main focal point in your outdoor reception. (via Emily Clarke Events)

11. Natural Glam Wedding Tent: Lush green garlands are seriously everywhere these days so why not add them to your decor? This is a fresh alternative to traditional white wedding tents. Add mini string lights and sequined tablecloths to the mix to give it an extra pop and make the space feel warm and elegant without overdoing it. (via onelove photography / Wedding Party)

12. Bright + Playful Wedding Tent: Who says you can’t have a beautiful wedding tent on a budget? Whether you’re having a big party or an intimate gathering, add some summertime spirit to your special day with lots of bold colors. If you want to use bright lanterns like these, you can turn them on as it starts to get dark to keep the party going all night long. (via Jessica Reeve / Rock My Wedding)

13. Soft Pink + Gold Wedding Tent: If you prefer some Hollywood glam for your intimate wedding, this pretty look is for you. The golden chairs and elegant glassware bring the indoors outside, and the subtle metallic details with that beautiful chandelier add just the right amount of pizazz. Incorporating little details like this will truly set your wedding tent apart. (via onelove photography / Style Me Pretty)

14. Earthy Glam Wedding Tent: Get ready to swoon over every detail here, from the linen drapes to the twinkle lights and the golden table settings. If you’re as enamored with the chair and table garlands as we are, you can easily DIY your own. (via Rach Loves Troy / Style Me Pretty)

15. Intimate Bohemian Wedding Tent: This bohemian decor is inspired by long summer nights. Between the super gorgeous hanging florals, scalloped tent and calm seating palette, it’s everything you’d want a garden wedding to be. (via Jasmine Jade)

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The 9 Best Beach Tote Bags For Your Next Vacation

As a self-confessed fashion girlie, I have to say that I always like to feel good about my outfit from head to toe — even when I'm casually bumming it at the beach on vacation. Beach style is so unique with all its lovely straw and linen looks, so when I'm prepping for a day out in the sun like that, I especially love to have a fun — and practical — beach tote bag to feel prepared and put together. And while I'd love to have a designer special for every setting, finding these chic, beachy options on a budget always makes the look even sweeter. So I rounded up 9 beach bags that are fashion-forward, but still affordable so you don't have to panic when they get all sandy! Keep reading to see all of our chic cool-girl approved picks!

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Gap X Love Shack Fancy Tote Bag

Love Shack Fancy is one of those brands that is absolutely killing the game at the moment. Everything they release is so on-brand and fun and this adorable tote bag is definitely just that! It's floral and fun and totally adorable! We love this affordable collab and think you should definitely grab it while it's still on sale!

BDG Urban Outfitters Mini Tote

A mini tote is perfect for all you ladies that only need the essentials: sunscreen, lip balm, and a book or two. This bag fits just enough items and it's great that you don't have to lug around a huge bag. At $39, this bag is a steal and so cute!

Damson Madder Bon Appetite Bag

Damson Madder is another brand that has such a unique style that is so recognizable when you see it. This bag just encapsulates them as a brand and is the perfect beach bag. It can fit lunch (which is perfect since its print is food and the name is "Bon Appetite") and any other essential you'll need for the beach. Obsessed with this one!

LL Bean Boat Tote

The OG tote bag that is very on-trend recently because you honestly just can't beat a classic! I love the idea of monogramming this sweet bag with your initials or a cute phrase. This beach tote will never go out of style!

Staud Raffia Moon Bag

This one is more expensive than our previous, but I wanted to include it in case you're going straight from the beach to lunch or dinner. The shape is very on-trend at the moment and it's the perfect day-to-night bag! It looks so high-fashion and luxe with its simple yet unique shape.

Ganni Denim Tote

You can't do beach totes without including this iconic Ganni bag that's everywhere at the moment. I see so many pictures of this when I scroll on Pinterest. This one will definitely make you look like a cool-girl influencer that you see all over IG.

Aloha Splash Proof Sun Bag

This splash-proof bag is not only adorable, but also practical as well. It's simple yet fun — and is also super affordable at under $70! The perfect beach bag that will fit anything you need!

Carhartt Fruit Tote Bag

I'm loving printed bags at the moment, so here's another one to add to the list. Carhartt has been releasing so many good items and this is one that's currently on my wishlist! Whether you need it for the beach, the gym, or school — it will definitely work in a ton of different scenarios all-the-while looking extra cute!

Djerf Avenue Tote Bag

Djerf Avenue has been one of my favorite brands for years and this tote bag will really carry absolutely anything you need! It's massive and extremely durable plus the print is so cute! With this bag, you'll look like a Scandi-girl angel!

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5 Subtle But Gorgeous Wedding Guest Makeup Ideas That Won’t Upstage The Bride

Summer is quickly approaching and you know what that means...so is wedding season! Spring and summer can tend to be jam-packed with wedding events, celebrations, and ceremonies. And if you're anything like us, you might be looking for some new makeup looks to try out for all of the seemingly endless occasions where we wanna look our best, but somehow manage to sweat off our hard work before the photographer even takes the first picture. Well, we asked the experts for their best tips for long-lasting coverage, but their favorite looks to try out — because nobody needs to look back at a wedding picture and wonder how they could have kept their mascara on better! Here's are four amazing expert tips for the best wedding guest makeup, plus a simple look to try yourself!

Tips For The Best Wedding Guest Makeup

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1. Prep Your Skin

Skin prep is the #1 key to not only getting dewy looking makeup, but long-lasting makeup that doesn't crease! We asked the experts atDr. Hauschka what they would do for long lasting makeup, and they said, "Moisturized skin is glowing skin. Always prep face and with rich emollient moisturizers (like our certified natural Rose Day Cream). Your makeup will easily glide over face and blend with your moisturizer for a glowy finish." IMO, this tip is absolute gold because you don't want your skin to dry or cake over throughout the day, and it seems like this will really help with that!

They also said, "If you want your complexion to look naturally sun-kissed, look to bronzers you can blend with your foundation or moisturizer. (Mixing a few drops our Translucent Bronzing Tint with your moisturizer provides a subtle sun-kissed glow without shimmers.)" Talk about a glow! We love this dewy tip and have PLENTY of moisturizers, both tinted and otherwise, to recommend!

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2. Opt For Simple

Next, you definitely want to opt for a more simple look, makeup-wise! It's better to keep things minimal instead of doing too much with a bold lip and bold eye. Makeup artist and owner of The Green Room Agency, Nysa Green said, "Pick one feature to be the focus of your look, and concentrate on that. It can even be legs or shoulders. Tone down everything else." We love this trick because it's so simple to choose either a fun eye shade or lip color and have that be the focal point!

Nyssa also said, "Use a setting spray to keep everything in place through the festivities." Setting spray is the key to really lock in your makeup and ensure it lasts all day!

And Nyssa's final tip? "Avoid a red lip unless you want to stand out in all the pictures!"

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3. Don't Upstage the Bride

When doing wedding guest makeup, you want to make sure not to over-do it because you never want to appear like you're trying to upstage the bride in any way. Celebrity makeup artist, Stephanie G-M gave us a tip on this matter and said, "I suggest going for a look that elevates what your day look may already be. Starting with either a bit of color on your lips as a stain or eyes with statement jewelry (like above) means you'll be looking elegant but not out shining the bride's look."

She added, "Dewy skin and a little more blush than usual will also brighten up the look you go for. I would suggest just balancing it and not doing a full eye look and full lip look for the wedding." Duly noted!

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4. Don't Forget Touch Ups

Stephanie G-M also gave us all the tips and tricks for how you can quickly — and effectively — touch up your wedding guest makeup throughout the day. She says, "Carry blotting paper with you for any shine that may occur instead of powdering it away when you are trying to achieve a dewy look. Always have a balm you can use to enhance highlight areas. You can always use your lip color as your cheek color too as the day goes on!" She also added, "You can always carry an eye liner with you if you choose to make it more bold for the evening." We love these tips for essentials to keep in our clutch!

Put It All Together For This Gorgeous Natural Wedding Guest Makeup

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Makeup artist, Yaz Roque has a great look that is a must-try when it comes to the perfect wedding guest makeup look. She said, "With wedding guest makeup it’s key to keep it simple. I love to give wedding guests neutral tones, with a little bit of a shimmer on the lids. My tip would be to switch out your harsh liquid liner with a more smoked out liner, soft glam on the skin, and a pinky mauve or nude on the lips. You can even finish with my favorite lip oil at the moment byBlossom Beauty, it’s natural, smells amazing, and gives the right amount of shine for a perfect pour. Plus it’s under $7.” We love a good lip oil! I can't wait to try this look out for an upcoming wedding! This look is super natural yet still overstated enough for fancier occasions like a wedding.

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Japandi Design Will Make You Fall In Love With Neutral Decor Again

With so much in common, there's a lot to love about Japanese and Scandinavian design. Both aesthetics emphasize neutral and earthy colors, sustainable materials, and the great outdoors (plants, branches, and solids woods). Japandi design brings the two decor trends into one happy, harmonious place, influenced by the subtle differences in each design. There's the comfort and warm minimalism of the Scandi style combined with the elegance, attention to detail and wabi-sabi, or rustic simplicity (wabi) and beauty in imperfection (sabi), of the Japanese side. Here's a look at how to achieve the look with our shoppable favorites!

Open Spaces

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This 1930s ranch-style home in the Los Feliz Hills neighborhood of Los Angeles exudes a Japandi vibe, with its open and airy layout, beautiful cabinetry in Douglas Fir, clean modern lines, tons of natural light and high-end materials to elevate the design, all reimagined by AIA award-winning architects Klein Agency in collab with builder SITU Development.

Neutral Color Palette

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Look for shades of white, beige, gray and earth tones to create a serene and calming atmosphere.The Klein design team was inspired by the home’s natural surroundings and sweeping views. Green tones reflect the nature outside, as do the beautiful wide plank white oak flooring by Madera. The relaxed organic bedding hint to a more Scandi hygge look.

Functionality

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The Klein architects added two more bedrooms and additional square footage to maximize the home’s functionality and flow. Where does all the clutter go? These built-in closets offer tons of storage space so you never see any.

Minimalist Decor

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Minimal artwork and natural elements set the scene for a quiet workspace, where focus is key. Don't be afraid to include vintage items and personal mementos too. Things that hold meaning to you are especially important.

Natural Elements

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The windows are unobstructed throughout the home, maximizing natural light, and the decor embraces the outdoors with indoor branches and greenery (even in the shower).

Balanced Symmetry

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Rise and shine: sleek furniture and a balanced layout, as well as limited decoration, are signature markers of Japandi design. Furniture and decor feels purposeful, like you use what you love and need.

Tranquility

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Indoors and out, Japandi design prioritizes relaxation and mindfulness, as shown in this stunning Los Feliz home. Keep the design simple, clutter-free, and peaceful. It's all about your well-being and creating a sanctuary for living.

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West Elm Olivia Pendant

This sleek, fan-like pendant makes an artistic statement in any room.

Etsy Japanese Wall Art

Japandi doesn't mean lack of color. This rich emerald print of floating cranes adds a pop to your neutral decor.

Homary Japandi Wood Outdoor Patio Lounge Chair Armchair

Sit back and relax on this solid wood + rope outdoor chair in a rustic neutral hue, perfect for a Japandi-style patio.

Japandi Natural Retracted & Extendable TV Stand

Furniture that is multi-functional is very Japandi. This piece has functional adjustable shelves, an extendable TV stand (or kids table), and is perfect for your living room, bedroom or office.

Majer Upholstered Sleeper Sofa

This minimal but unique sofa also functions as a bed, plus it has hidden armrest storage space.

Ane Upholstered Chaise Lounge

Here's your future reading spot, or the perfect perch for a zen moment with a nature view.

The Citizenry Hinoki Wood Side Table

These versatile side tables made in Japanese hinoki wood are stunning from every angle.

Japanese Wabi-Sabi Style Bird Nest Shape Lighting

Organic shapes like this geometric chandelier create a feeling of nature indoors.

EM Wabi Sabi Wave Sculptural Metal Chair with Cushion-Black

It's all in the details. From your dining room to your office, this curvy steel-frame chair is art that's functional too.

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