Throwing A Boho Wedding: Everything You Need To Know

Hoping to plan the dreamiest boho wedding? Boho-style weddings might seem chill compared to more formal ceremonies, and by default, they are. But that’s not to say that boho weddings don’t require a ton of planning and effort on the couple’s part. In an effort to create a cohesive, relaxed vibe, lots of little details must come together as one.

We at Peerspace are here to help with some tips and tricks to craft the idyllic bohemian wedding ceremony of your dreams. As the largest online marketplace for hourly venue rentals, we know all about enjoying beautiful, well-equipped settings for our most cherished events. And what event is more cherished than a wedding?!

Betrothed couples across the globe rely on our platform to discover and book sensational spaces for their wedding ceremony and reception, as well as their bridal showers, rehearsal dinners, and bachelor/bachelorette parties. Needless to say, we’ve seen it all and are happy to share our experience with you!

Without further ado, here’s everything you need to know about planning the dreamiest boho wedding.

Find a venue and secure it fast

More than any other aspect of your ceremony, the site sets the tone for the couple and their guests. Peerspace, the largest online resource for hourly event venue rentals, is the go-to site for discovering creative venues for that boho wedding.

There are thousands of Peerspace venues in hundreds of cities stateside and beyond, so you’re bound to find the perfect spot for your wedding, tiny or huge. 

Peerspace is also easy to use. Just enter the city you want to get married in, the date of the ceremony, and the type and size of the venue. This will yield fantastic venue results and one is sure to fit the boho bill. Peruse and enjoy high-quality photographs of the space, and read reviews from former guests, to find the perfect site.

You can communicate directly with the venue’s host should you have specific questions. Special venues book quickly, so be sure to secure your dream space fast.

Still have a shower to plan? Then you need to see these bridal shower decoration ideas, too!

Peerspace boho wedding spaces

So what types of boho-perfect wedding venues can you book on Peerspace? We have some examples for you!

To start, check out this modernized 1920s-era bohemian loft in Williamsburg, New York that can accommodate 74 guests or up to 24 guests on the rooftop deck. This unique venue allows the wedding party to reserve the entire building if desired.

Or, book this whimsical geodesic home in Bella Vista, Arkansas if you’re boho on a budget and looking to throw a microwedding with about 25 attendees. This special home has cobalt accents, high ceilings, and lovely vintage lighting that will provide a slate for your boho designs. You might have a garden party-style outdoor ceremony onsite and receive your guests on the flower-festooned wooden deck.

Learn how to throw a tropical-themed wedding to complement your boho wedding aspirations!

Select a color scheme

We already know the wedding will have a bohemian vibe, but we still need to add the details. What colors will your ceremony be? The couple’s and wedding party’s attire will reflect your ceremony’s palette. The color throughline will continue in the flowers, the chair sashes, the arch or tent, and beyond.

For a boho wedding, consider using a vibrant palette of jewel tones like ruby and sapphire blue, or lighten up with a range of pastels from blush to sea glass blue. Add sparkle with pale metallic accents and set off a neutral palette with pearlescent tones of ivory and cream. 

This charming Southern bison ranch in Cornersville, TN is home to an exquisite white-washed barn ideal for your reception. It uses elegant neutral colors that will provide the perfect backdrop for your boho wedding.

A whitewashed wooden interior gives the space an inviting glow, along with soft natural light. We also love how the dark wood accents complement the warm white hues. Add pale gold metallic balloons and bouquets of flowers in tones of pink and rose mixed with fresh herbs to take the cozy romantic warmth to the next level. 

There’s also this converted vintage church in Newport, Kentucky (pictured above), that already comes decorated in a range of jewel-tone colors. Light, filtered through the stained-glass windows of the large sanctuary room, dances out across the wood floors.

String lights with faceted cut glass orbs and garlands of silk flowers soften the deep wood tones of this beautiful space. Silk ribbons in soft hues bring in the romance while this special space does the rest of the magic. 

Creative decor

The beauty of the boho theme is that it permits the freedom to make the style your own. Decorate your wedding venue with unusual mixes of colors and patterns to get the vibe that expresses your joie de vivre. Rich fabrics with floral and paisley patterns, inviting textures, and embellishments like tassels, feathers, macrame, and even pompom garlands express the boho vibe. 

Transform this Instagrammable chic bright event space in Austin, TX into a rustic boho retreat. Large-scale tapestries or macrame hangings hung on the exterior would lighten up the deep rich vintage wood. Add paper-crafted pinwheels, layered strands of lights, and fire-safe LED candles to add to the effect. 

Enjoy mixing it up with iridescent balloons, colorful wall tapestries, and vintage glass vases and candle holders. Contrasting with florals in pale colors like blush pink and buttercream yellow adds further lightness and joy to the space.

All the nature

Natural elements add depth and enliven any boho-themed ceremony. Flowers are a must of course – it simply wouldn’t be a bohemian wedding without plentiful go for poofy bouquets of large flowers like peonies, or the happy simplicity of daisies and wildflowers.

Foliage, like ferns and lush houseplants, is the perfect way to bring nature indoors. Consider adding a fountain to bring in the water element. Shells, feathers, driftwood, crystals, glass beads, and river stones are excellent for creating unique natural assemblages.

You can also opt to book a Peerspace venue that offers you a naturally gorgeous outdoor setting for your wedding ceremony and reception.

For instance, beach lovers can marry literally 1,400 feet above sea level at this wild outdoor Malibu retreat space. The Peerspace can accommodate about 100 and the host offers tables, chairs, and tents as an add-on. Not to mention an incredibly lovely view!

Also on the West Coast, check out this picturesque luxury home in the Topanga Canyon hills. It is a 27-acre property featuring several houses built by a professional architect. But the real draw here is its glorious outdoor space that includes native plants, mature oak trees, and wildflowers. It’s a true bohemian escape with plenty of room for you and your wedding guests to relax and celebrate.

Make sure your photographer gets all the right shots by following our boho photoshoot ideas!

Choose the attire

A boho couple has a lot of freedom in the wedding wear department. You might repurpose vintage attire and design a personal romantic costume.

Set off a flowing bridal gown with a ruffled neckline and a softly draped with colorful jewelry. Walk down the aisle in an embroidered ivory lace number and add a sparkly tiara or flower crown and feathers for a timeless look.

The wedding party might wear natural fabrics like linen or silk, with a range of floral patterns. Menswear can be fun, too – consider corduroy in earth tones or even denim.

Tie the knot

Boho wedding vows are usually handwritten or prose poems, but as with every other aspect of the ceremony, there really are no rules.

Think natural, free-spirited, and yet elegant – just like you and your partner.

Boho wedding: conclusion

If you’re going for a bohemian aesthetic for your big day, you’re truly spoiled for choice. This is especially true when you use Peerspace to book a boho wedding venue near you. Our simple-to-use platform makes it easy to search among hundreds of venue options.

In fact, you can narrow down results so you only see boho-style venues that suit your guest range, budget, amenities, and more. Booking the dreamiest boho wedding venue has never been easier!

Find unique wedding venues on Peerspace