Have you ever wished for a little decision-making fairy to help plan your wedding? I’m here to tell you that a wedding mood board is your next best option. A mood board (a.k.a. inspiration board or vision board) visually showcases the look and feel of your wedding by pulling together your favorite inspirational images and colors onto one reference page. You could use words to describe what you want your wedding to be, but words can be interrupted differently by different people. Images, on the other hand, provide nuanced details that only the eye can see. A mood board isn’t a decision-making fairy, but it is a tool that will help you frame decisions in the context of the bigger picture of your entire wedding vision.
Design Determines Experience
The design of your wedding determines the experience you and your guests will have on your wedding day. For example, the design, feel and experience of a casual BBQ is very different from that of a black-tie affair. Questions like – Where will your event be held? What will people wear? How will the tables be decorated? What colors are the flowers? – are all design questions that play into the overall experience. So before you make any design decisions, figure out how you want your wedding day to feel. Do you want it to feel fancy or laid back? Are you all about the party-vibes or a family-friendly atmosphere? What are your priorities? Once you decide on these basics then it is time to choose inspirational images that fit that vibe.
Vision Guides Decisions
Organizing your inspirational images into a mood board allows you to focus on a single vision. Include images that define your ideal color palette, floral design style, and overall feel. Â Instagram, Pinterest, and wedding blogs are great sources of inspiration, but close them down once you’ve decided a direction for your design to avoid distractions. Instead, refer to your mood board when making decisions. When given options for any item of your design think about which option is the best fit for your cohesive design and overall vibe. Elements don’t need to match perfectly but they should complement each other. Â For example, if you’re going for a boho vibe you probably shouldn’t book a ballroom-style venue.
Inspiration Spurs Creativity
Your wedding mood board serves as your starting point and reference, but it isn’t meant to be copied exactly. Share your mood board with your wedding pros, but give yourself and your wedding vendors the artistic freedom to interrupt your vision in original ways. For example, there is a big difference between being inspired by a bouquet and copying it flower by flower. Trust your wedding professionals to deliver a version of your dream that fits you, your budget, and your event. Â Also, understand that your vision may shift slightly as you learn more about your options. For instance, say you wanted hydrangeas on your ceremony backdrop, but find out that roses are a better option for your sunny, hot August wedding. Be flexible. When you look back on your wedding, you will want to know that your wedding was unique and totally you.
Are you ready to jump in and start creating your wedding mood board? I hope so! To get you started, here are over fifty different mood boards from Warrenwood weddings and styled shoots to spark your creativity. Event design has the power to give the same venue vastly different styles and feelings. Â To see more images from Warrenwood Manor explore our Pinterest boards.
BONUS:  >>HERE<< is the Canva design template we created to make our wedding mood boards. Feel free to use it to make your very own!
Garden-Inspired Fall Wedding | Photos by Kelli Lynn Photography | Floral Design by Wild Roots Farmer Florist | Dress from Claire Pettibone | Invitations by OrdersSheWrote
Soft Pastel Fine Art Spring Wedding | Photos by Lyndsey A. Photography | Floral Design by Sunkissed Blooms | Dress from Gretchen Reece Bridal | Invitations by LineAve Calligraphy
Charming Southern Floral Wedding | Photos by Kelli Lynn Photography | Floral Design by Roots Floral Design | Event Design by Styled Shoots Across America | Invitations by Rachel Lettering Events | Rentals from Bryant’s Rent-All
Garden-Inspired Fine Art Wedding | Photos by Kelli Lynn Photography | Floral Design by White Cat Weddings | Dress by Claire Pettibone | Invitations by Letter J Creates
Classic Bold Spring Wedding | Photos by Kelli Lynn Photography | Floral Design by Fields in Bloom | Invitations by Tiny Shindigs | Dress from Twirl Bridal Boutique | Rentals from Bryant’s Rent-All
Modern Fine Art Wedding | Photos by Jeff & Michelle Photography | Floral Design by Roots Floral Design
Romantic European- Inspired Wedding | Photos by The Malicote Co. | Floral Design by Wild Roots Farmer Florist
Neutral Fine Art Wedding | Photos by M.C. Newton Photography | Floral Design by Sunkissed Blooms | Dress from Gretchen Reece Bridal | Invitations by Tiny Shindigs
Colorful Kentucky Wedding | Photos by M.C. Newton Photography | Design by Sunkissed Blooms | Invitations by Tiny Shindigs | Dress from Gretchen Reece Bridal
Vibrant Boho Summer Wedding | Photos by Keith & Melissa Photography | Floral Design by Wild Roots | Rentals by Bryant’s Rent-All
Jewel Tone Winter Wedding | Photography by Keith & Melissa Photography | Floral Design by Fields in Bloom
Fine Art Jewel-Tone Summer Wedding | Photos by Sarah Katherine Davis Photography | Floral Design by State & Arrow
Charming Southern Summer Wedding | Photos by Leanne Hunley | Floral Design by Roots Floral Design | Glam by Blush & Glow | Dress by Adrianna Papell
Rustic Elegant Fall Wedding | Photos by Love the Renauds | Floral Design by Wild Roots Floral Design
Charming Southern Glam Wedding | Photos by Lyndsey A. Photography | Floral Design by Sunkissed Blooms | Invitations by Tiny Shindigs
Classic Elegant Summer Wedding | Photos by Wildflower Photography | Floral Design by Blush N Blooms
Southern Chic Pastel Spring Wedding | Photos by Created by Grace Photography | Floral Design by Sunkissed Blooms | Planning by Sparkle & Vintage
Vibrant Fall Wedding | Photos by Liz Terry Photography | Floral Design by Jeanie Gorrell
Romantic Vintage Boho Wedding | Photos by Megan Goble Photography | Floral Design by Flower Depot
Vintage Boho Summer Wedding | Photos by Blessed Bee Photography
Traditional Glam Fall Wedding | Photos by Ashley Lauren Pitts Photography | Floral Design by Blooms N’ Blossoms
Romantic Pastel Spring Kentucky Wedding | Photos by Lauren Ashley Pitts Photography | Floral Design by Turn Key Memories
Refined Rustic Wedding | Photos by Hannah Elizabeth Photography | Floral Design by Fields in Bloom
Vintage Spring Wedding | Photography by Daring Tales & Darling Bones | Floral Design by Rose & Thistle
Timeless Elegant Kentucky Wedding | Photos by Catrina Anne Photography | Floral Design by Fields in Bloom
Artistic August Wedding | Photos by Kat Wagers Studio | Floral Design by Brittany Marsh
Traditional Romantic Summer Wedding | Photos by Wes Brown | Floral Design by Fields in Bloom
Moody Rustic Kentucky Wedding | Photos by Chelsie McElfresh Photography
Rustic Elegant Pastel Summer Wedding | Photos by Cassie Lopez Photography | Floral Design by Wild Roots Farmer Florist
Refined Rustic Spring Wedding | Photos by Kaitlynn Rivera Photography | Floral Design by Wild Roots Farmer Florist
Country Southern Wedding | Photos by Olive Grey Photography
Classic Kentucky Pastel Spring Wedding | Photos by Faith Kain Photography
Rich Southern Glam Marsala Wedding | Photos by Hilly Photography | Floral Design by Jeanie Gorrell
Vibrant Romantic Wedding | Photos by Jessica Lynn Hatton Photography | Floral Design by Stems LLC
Neutral Spring Garden Wedding | Photos by Emily Wakin Photography
Rustic Chic Wedding | Photos by Drake & Eliza
Rustic Elegant Fall Wedding | Photos by Daring Tales of Darling Bones | Floral Design by Fields in Bloom
Vintage Glam Southern Wedding | Photos by Studio 22 Photography | Floral Design by Sherwood Florist
Classic Rustic Elegant Fall Wedding | Photos by Jeff & Michelle Photography | Floral Design by Ellis Flower Shop
Classy Southern Glam Wedding | Photos by Chloe Lane Photography
Eclectic Fall Wedding | Photos by Daring Tales Darling Bones | Floral Design by Fields in Bloom | Rentals from Canvas Event Furniture
Bright Spring Wedding | Photos by Meagen C Photography
Classic Kentucky Destination Wedding | Photos by Honey Heart Photography | Floral Design by Doug Smith Events & Design
Timeless Kentucky Summer Wedding | Photos by Keith & Melissa Photography | Floral Design by Blooms N Blossoms
Classy Traditional Purple Wedding | Photos by Love the Renauds | Floral Design by Bruce Wayne Floral Design
Classic Fall Wedding | Photos by Rebecca Stephenson Photography | Floral Design by Fields in Bloom
Garden Inspired Summer Wedding | Photos by Cody Myers Photography
Jewel-Toned Fall Wedding | Photos by Mothwing Photography | Floral Design by Unbridled Events
Fall Woodland Wedding | Photos by Bourbon & Brides Photography | Floral Design & Coordination by Natural Endeavors
Classy Rustic Summer Wedding | Photos by Leah Berry Photography
Organic Summer Wedding | Photos by Cassie Lopez Photography | Floral Design by Meadowview Farm & Thatch Floral
Pastel Spring Wedding | Photography by Cassie Lopez | Floral Design by Doug Smith Events & Design
Traditional Lavender Summer Wedding | Photography by Becky Willard | Floral Design by Ellis Flower Shop
Refined Rustic Summer Wedding | Photos by Daring Tales of Darling Bones
Elegant Fall Wedding | Photos by Brittany Bailey Photography | Floral Design by Doug Smith Events & Design
Natural Vintage Wedding | Photos by Cassie Lopez Photography
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