Whether you’re lusting after an outdoor wedding intertwined with the grape vines or an indoor reception hosted in a wine cellar, there is something beyond romantic about a vineyard themed wedding. It’s naturally antique, timeless and universally enjoyable (if you’re guests don’t drink, the atmosphere will still be gorgeous).

how cute would your wedding pictures be?

How can you pull this off? There are a few simple details you can add to your wedding planning that will make this vineyard wedding ceremony or reception perfect.
Print your invitations in white and purple or deep burgundy to play up the wines’ natural colors. Create custom wedding wine labels and send your guests home with a sampler bottle instead of traditional favors. Decorate with grapes, wheat or any rich, natural accessories you can find to play up your natural surroundings, whether in a vineyard or a wine filled basement. And play up the naturally indulgent theme of a vineyard wedding with a rich, chocolate wedding cake – no snack options will be necessary.

At an outdoor garden reception, it seems only natural to invite the cutest outdoor creatures to share in your festivities and mingle with your guests. But unless you’re Snow White or Cinderella, the birds and woodland creatures will likely not come on demand (though an alluring bird seed dispenser could help you efforts). Instead, offer your guests the chance to see birds and butterflies sip wine alongside them at your reception with these adorable little creatures from Timeless Paper on (drumroll please…) Etsy.

you can only have a sip

butterfly kisses

These bird and butterfly wine glass place cards add just a touch of whimsical to your reception tables. They’re a great way to pay homage to your natural surroundings, keep track of your wine glass and act as part of your seating plans too. They add that little touch of charm that all tea parties need (and they’re practical too!).

Whether you’re having a cocktail hour, backyard gathering or a formal sit-down dinner, wine is a reception must-have. Champagne is a non-negotiable essential too. And if your friends and family are anything like mine, there will be cases of empty bottles by the end of the night. Since the bottles will likely be seen on tables, bars and in the hands of some guests all night, why not take a moment to remind your guests why they’re all here with customized bottle labels.

wine bottle labels

Just ask your invitation designer to put together an image using the same font, colors and style of your invitations (or try My Own Labels, which has an awesome assortment of custom wine labels).  Then stick the labels on the wine you were already planning on using for the reception. The personalized bottles are a great keepsake for you and your guests. It’s also an inexpensive way to add another custom element to your wedding. The custom bottles will look great on the tables at your reception or scattered on the buffet tables. Be sure to save a bottle to eat with the top of your cake on your first anniversary!

Not planning a wedding, but attending one soon? Step up your gift-giving game and create your own label for the bride and groom. It’s an easy way of making the traditional wine and glasses gift special, personalized and one the bride and groom won’t soon forget.