The fairycore wedding aesthetic is taking over. Couples everywhere are wondering what this new, and still evolving, wedding style entails. Of course, the editorial team at PartySlate is just as intrigued. We reached out to three creative wedding planners for insight into this fantastical theme.
Sara Fried, Owner of Fête Nashville Luxury Weddings, shares, “Fairycore aesthetic is a fun and memorable way to incorporate whimsical and romantic details into a wedding.”
For Jordana George, Founder and Event Director of Jordana Marie Events, the fairycore aesthetic is “a new interpretation of the bohemian vibes that are always a popular trend in the wedding world. It blends elements of nature like flowers, mushrooms, and butterflies, with whimsical elements, like twinkling lights, lanterns, and neutral colors with a hint of luster or incandescence.”
Jodi Wolf, CEO of Paulette Wolf Events, was able to capture this trending aesthetic with a design of “over a thousand custom made white lace butterflies flying overhead to create this magical environment.” Her team continued this whimsical theme with “gorgeous porcelain dinner plates named ‘butterfly parade’ for the dinner.”
Keep reading to discover 13 ways to capture the enchanting and still elusive fairycore wedding style. You’ll find moss-covered tablescapes, mushroom centerpieces, butterfly cocktails, and so much more. Boho is getting a new look — and we’re here for it all.
1. Woodland Elements for Enchanted Forest Vibes
Almost every fairytale takes place in or near an enchanted forest. Evoke a woodsy and magical vibe with mossy tree stumps (yes, they do make the best ring holders and cake stands) and plenty of lush botanicals from ceremony to reception. Whether you wish to say “I do” surrounded by towering trees or transform a classic ballroom into a forest setting, make sure to hire a wedding planner to perfect your woodland vibes.
photographer: John Cain Photography | posted by: Pop Parties
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photographer: Taralynn Lawton Photography | posted by: Denise Lillie Engagements
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photographer: Sylvie Gil Photography | posted by: Sacks Productions
See More2. Pastel Hues Make Dreams Come True
Wedding colors set the tone for your celebration. Pastel hues create a dreamy vibe straight out of a storybook. Fried of Fête Nashville Luxury Weddings recommends adding in “shades of blush, sage, violets, and blues in garden-style fashion.” In addition to lavish floral décor, consider opting for pastel linen, napkins, and tapered candles for a picture-perfect tablescape. Remember, you can find vetted florists and rental companies right here on PartySlate to capture the look.
photographer: Sanshine Photography | posted by: Bruce Russell Events
photographer: Joanna Toto | posted by: Jordana Marie Events
photographer: Perez Photography | posted by: Render Events Co
See More3. Lavish Floral Aisles Lead the Way
Your walk down the aisle will be one of the most memorable moments of your wedding day. Make sure your aisle is just as magical as the wedding arch with a lavish floral-lined installation. Fried of Fête Nashville Luxury Weddings suggests “an outdoor wedding ceremony surrounded by nature and a canopy of trees.”
She also recommends opting for florals that are “overgrown and pillowing from the ceremony arch, tall and linear down both sides of the aisle, or effortlessly wrapping around an old oak tree.” Whatever you decide, make sure to share your ideas with your wedding planner and design team.
photographer: Katie Beverley | posted by: The Lighter Side
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photographer: Diogo Massarelli | posted by: Roberta Guinle
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photographer: Parker Young | posted by: COJ Events
See More4. Butterfly Details Alight
Butterflies evoke whimsy and magic. We love how butterfly décor offers the perfect opportunity to add a pop of color to your wedding design — while capturing the ethereal vibe of the fairycore aesthetic. For an elevated yet playful look, add butterfly details to invitations, cocktails, bouquets, and more.
Fried of Fête Nashville Luxury Weddings shares how her team used butterfly details to create a fairycore vibe. “Real butterflies were released during the ceremony and colorful silk butterflies were hidden within the ceremony altar and the floral & pastel chandelier installation over the dance floor. Hand-painted butterflies were pinned on the moss-covered table numbers, and all the staff wore butterfly clips in their hair. Sugar butterflies with gold-edged wings decorated the masterpiece of a wedding cake — and of course, water-colored butterflies appeared on the wedding invitation and all signage. We even had edible butterflies on the rim of all the welcoming signature drinks and a handmade floral wreath with tiny butterflies for the horses on-site for extra special photos.”
photographer: Jana Williams Photography | posted by: Good Gracious! Events
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photographer: Jodi Gray Photography | posted by: Willow Event Designs
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photographer: KingenSmith | posted by: Paulette Wolf Events
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photographer: Cassidy Carson | posted by: Fête Nashville Luxury Weddings
See More5. Mushroom Elements for a Magical Reception
The forest floor is home to many mysterious botanicals — but fungi are by far the most fantastical. Incorporate this whimsical woodsy element into your wedding reception with unique centerpieces, table numbers, and party favors. Mushroom-infused menus are also trending this year, so make sure to connect with a top caterer in your area for on-theme wining and dining.
George of Jordana Marie Events elaborates further on fairycore catering ideas. “You can also get creative with the menu items and go full farm-to-table or garden-to-glass to really hone in on the wild, free, natural ambiance that makes fairycore so special. The key is infusing the spirit of fairycore through design and cuisine to immerse guests in what feels like a super relaxed new world.”
photographer: Michael Tallman | posted by: Jaclyn Watson Events
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photographer: Alisha Siegel Photography | posted by: The Wedding Collab
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photographer: John Cain Photography | posted by: Pop Parties
See More6. Whimsical Florals in Unexpected Places
Fairycore weddings deliver the magical and unexpected. Surprise guests with lavish floral installations where they least expect it. We’re talking ethereal wedding ceiling décor, patterned dance floors, and decorated fountains. Make sure to save your favorite photos to an Idea Slate by clicking the heart in the top right corner. You can even share your Idea Slate with your wedding planner and décor company for quick and easy collaboration.
photographer: Libre Comme l’Art | posted by: Alejandra Poupel Events
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photographer: Corbin Gurkin | posted by: Tara Fay Events
See More7. Mossy Moments Are Trending
Think beyond leaves and stems when it comes to foliage. Moss serves as a beautiful backdrop for pops of floral décor — be it bright or softer tones. Whether you choose moss as a delicate table runner or the full tablescape (talk about magical), you’ll create a fairycore vibe with this delicate greenery. Lastly, don’t forget to share your favorite photos with your florist.
photographer: Kendall Aubrey | posted by: Frances Lane
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photographer: Vincent Segalla Photography | posted by: Norma Cohen Productions
See More8. A Tented Wedding
A tented wedding creates an intimate space in the vast enchantment of the outdoors. George of Jordana Marie Events shares, “Since the fairycore vibe is super whimsical, you want a venue that allows you the space (literally and figuratively) to get a little creative.” For a recent fairycore-style event, her team “took a clear-top tent but completely covered the ceiling with flowers and greenery, so you felt like you popped through a magic portal, totally enveloped in a floor-to-ceiling fairy garden. It was seriously magical.” You can utilize PartySlate to find the most beautiful tent rental for your dreamy outdoor wedding.
photographer: Heather Kincaid Photography | posted by: Unique Floral Designs
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photographer: KLK Photography | posted by: Charis Events & Design
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photographer: Paper Antler | posted by: Erin Davies Consultancy
See More9. A Garden Venue With Natural Elements
George recommends choosing an outdoor venue “because the fairycore aesthetic comes to life seamlessly when surrounded by natural elements.” Fried of Fête Nashville Luxury Weddings agrees, saying, “A fairycore venue includes lots of nature. Fortunately, we have that everywhere in Tennessee — rolling hills, sprawling acreage, tall trees for shade, and lots of organic spaces to set up intimate seating areas — on large boulders or bring in pastel velvet seating.”
However, George reminds us that “you can absolutely make this a reality in any NYC ballroom or event space with the right planner and budget, too. You can do something similar to what we did with the floor-to-ceiling flowers. From there, add cozy seating nooks with pillows and rugs, accent with soft draping, and twinkling lights or glowing candles. Food can be embellished with edible flowers and displayed on multi-tier toadstool or mushroom-shaped serving wares — just to name a couple of ideas.
The key is to get creative and playful with the space available, incorporating those elements that make fairycore so ethereal and fun. I’m a firm believer that any venue can be transformed with the right eye for design, vendors, and budget.”
Your wedding planner will consider the layout of the venue space. Wolf of Paulette Wolf Events shares, “While the right event designer can adapt any space to your wedding theme, it was very important that we found the right venue for this concept. We needed a space with high ceilings, wood floors, and no columns — giving us a completely clean canvas. Fabrics and atmospheric lighting allowed us to turn this club into the perfect setting. Plus, we always prefer a venue that can accommodate three separate spaces, so you don’t have to turn over your ceremony space for the dinner.”
Head to PartySlate’s curated venue directory to find a dreamy fairycore event space. Make sure to use the filters to narrow down your search by location, guest count, amenities, and more. You can also click into a potential venue’s PartySlate profile to see how real couples utilized the space.
photographer: Megan Rei Photography | posted by: Rust Manor House
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photographer: Kristin La Voie Photography | posted by: Chicago Botanic Garden
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10. Enchanted Stringed Entertainment Sets the Mood
Stringed quartets promise to lend a romantic touch to your fairycore wedding ceremony and reception. Your entertainment will be one of the most memorable components of your celebration, so make sure to find a trusted live band with the help of PartySlate. You can also use PartySlate to discover some of our favorite personalized wedding entertainment ideas.
photographer: Lori Cannava Photography | posted by: On The Move
See More11. Twinkling Lights Spark Fairycore Shine
The sun sets, and the boundary between the ordinary and the enchanted begins to blur. Twinkling string lights and glimmering candlelight create a fantastical ambiance full of glamour and mystery. George of Jordana Marie Events reminds us that the fairycore aesthetic is “very romantic, which plays into choosing décor elements that are a bit softer, warmer, and more celestial versus super modern or cold.” That goes for lighting, too.
Luckily, PartySlate can connect you with décor companies that specialize in the right lighting effects. Perfecting your fairycore atmosphere has never been easier.
photographer: Michael Tallman | posted by: Jaclyn Watson Events
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photographer: Joshua Zuckerman Photography | posted by: Jennifer Zabinski Events
See More12. Pressed Fronds & Floral Cakes for Botanical Flair
Bring a botanical bent to your wedding cake with pressed flowers or fronds. For an extra enchanted touch, top with lavish pastel buttercups or gauzy butterfly details. Finding the right bakery should be sweet, not stressful, so use PartySlate’s curated vendor guide to find talented wedding bakeries near you. For even more confection inspiration, browse our wedding cake idea gallery.
photographer: Cassidy Carson | posted by: Fête Nashville Luxury Weddings
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photographer: Bon Photage | posted by: Chance Productions
See More13. Mini Pastel Sweets Always Please
Complement your unique wedding cake with a dessert spread or personal-sized sweets for an extra thoughtful touch come apéritif time. Surprise and delight guests with personal mini pastel sweets, iced with white ruffles. We also love gold-flecked macaroons paired with mint green pastries for a fairycore vibe. Dessert has never looked so enchanting.
photographer: Roots of Life Photography | posted by: Toni Patisserie & Cafe
photographer: Sarah Kate, Photographer | posted by: David Kimmel Design
See MorePeople Also Ask…
Where can I find a wedding planner for my fairycore wedding?
PartySlate connects you with the best event inspiration — and the venues and vendors to make that inspiration come to life. We always recommend starting your wedding journey by hiring a wedding planner. From there, you can begin to contemplate your creative vision and assemble your vendor team.
Use PartySlate’s curated vendor directory to find a talented wedding planner. Make sure to narrow down your search by location, services, and more. Don’t forget to click into their PartySlate profile to see real examples of their work and learn important facts about their business.
*You can also reach out directly to our contributor planner panel below.
Meet the Contributors
Jodi Wolf
CEO
Paulette Wolf Events
Jordana George
Owner & Event Director
Jordana Marie Events
Why is it important to hire a wedding planner when incorporating a specific style or theme into your celebration?
Your wedding planner is your primary point of contact and go-to resource during the planning process. As such, it’s essential to find a planner with the right skillset to see a wedding concept evolve from mere vision to fruition.
Vendor Connections
An experienced wedding planner can also connect you with their vetted list of trusted vendors. “When you want to bring a vision to life that’s ‘non-traditional’ and a bit more involved — one that goes beyond simply changing up the linen or having fun with the place settings — it’s hard to do without vendor connections or event planning know-how,” George of Jordana Marie Events shares.
Fried of Fête Nashville Luxury Weddings agrees. “A planner can take your vision and bring everything to life, and make your wedding truly unique. This takes connections, creativity, and thinking outside the traditional wedding pieces that are available to everyone,” she says.
Furthermore, your planner will be able to produce an event that is more than just the sum of its parts. “It is of utmost importance to hire a wedding planner when incorporating a specific style or theme into your celebration, as many of the design components will not be available from a traditional stationer or rental company,” Fried explains. “We had so many of the epic design focal pieces custom made for our enchanted barn wedding at Saddle Wood Farms — like the 3-D butterfly menu cards and the 3-D watercolor butterfly place cards on the ombré-colored escort card wall. Thank goodness for creative collaborators,” she adds.
Budget
George also reminds us that the right wedding planner will have deeper insight into industry costs. “A planner can help guide you in the right direction, help you with thoughtful and creative ideas to bring everything to life within budget — or help you get realistic about what kind of budget your vision requires,” she explains.
Design & Production
Wolf of Paulette Wolf Events shares, “When you are incorporating a specific style or theme, it is a huge advantage when your wedding planner specializes in design and production. Having your planner share their portfolio and overall creative process is a must at the initial meeting to make sure that you understand who they are and what they do.”
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