From overflowing urns of soft, ethereal florals to refined regency glamour in gilded state rooms and decadent details set amongst soft, ethereal hues of the powder blue and blush, it’s no secret that a Bridgerton-inspired wedding can be truly enchanting. Having seen a number of exquisite Bridgerton-inspired weddings here at our Georgian wedding venue in Devon, we wanted to shine the spotlight on how lovely a Bridgerton-inspired wedding can be. So we’ve put together 10 of our favourite awe-inducing ideas for a Bridgerton-inspired wedding – from decadent feasting tables to gilded champagne towers and string quartets serenading the day away, we’ve got plenty of tips and ideas just below! Read on for more…
1. Weave some of Your Favourite English Literary Quotes into the Day
Literary works were at the heart of the Regency era and can be a great addition to your Bridgerton-Inspired wedding, lending well to the flowing typography and calligraphy of stationery suites and décor too. You could add them to invitations as small cards, to each person’s place setting at the wedding breakfast table, or even just dotted around the venue in ornate frames or holders. If you’re willing to go a step further, you could even incorporate your favourite quote into a freestanding display board. For some beautiful literary quote ideas, head over to this article on romantic literary quotes.
2. Celebrate with a Classic Champagne tower and Regency Style Cake Table
Oh how we love a champagne tower! A perfectly lavish and decadent element of the Bridgerton style, not only is a champagne tower a fun event to share with your loved ones, but it can be the perfect opportunity to create a regency style cake table too. Decorated with sweet treats like macaroons, mini cakes and beautiful hand-painted cakes, this can be the perfect addition to your Bridgerton-inspired wedding. Think about adding in some pastel blooms to adorn the table too, for the perfect regency style celebration cake table.
In need of some inspiration for your Bridgerton-inspired wedding cake? Think about opting for a Wedgewood-inspired cake with its elegant details, or a French-blue style cake with silk ribbon and cream frills…
3. Incorporate Regency Blue into your Colour Scheme
The soft yet striking tones of Regency Blue is signature of the Regency period. Blending perfectly with green foliage and light pastel florals, it brings a classic and sophisticated look, perfectly alluding to Bridgerton when incorporated throughout your Bridgerton-inspired wedding in signs, reception tablescapes and ceremony decorations.
From ‘dear reader’ stationery suites to grand floral displays, there really is an abundance of décor inspiration for Bridgerton style celebrations – read on for more décor ideas just below…
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4. Opt for Soft, Pastel Hues for Your Floral Scheme
Think pastel pinks, ethereal blush, creamy whites and powder blue, with an iconic touch of Regency blue. These playful tones which are emblematic of the Regency era, infuse a sense of vibrancy and elegance to any occasion. Plus, you’ll find that these delicate colours blend beautifully with pearl details and gold or silver shine, for the regal Bridgerton charm. In terms of florals, consider varieties like the koko loko garden roses, lisianthus, and wispy pink grasses, to craft breathtaking bouquets that perfectly capture the Bridgerton spirit.
See more: seasonal creative floral design with South West wedding florist, the Good Florist
5. Centre your Stationery Theme around the Handwritten-Style Typography of the Regency Era
It’s hard not to love the exuberant, flowing typography of Lady Whistledown’s letters in Bridgerton. Adorning your wedding stationery with calligraphy—be it for invitations or table settings— can be a beautiful look which sets the tone of refined sophistication that the Regency era is so well known for. Not only adding a touch of personalisation, this can also be a great way to tie the décor in with the details of the stately home wedding venue, by embellishing stationery with intricate details like gold leafing, silhouette motifs, and deckled edges for added opulence, for instance.
When it comes to stationery colours, think about regency blue, gold foil and handmade paper with beautiful deckled edges – see this article on Bridgerton-inspired wedding stationery, for more…
See more: Nick and Brandy’s intimate Bridgerton style wedding at Pynes House
6. Choose a Georgian Country House For The Perfect Bridgerton-Inspired Wedding Venue
The ornate stately rooms that we’ve come to love in Bridgerton are typical of the Regency Era, which encompasses Georgian architecture. From gilded state rooms with opulent ceilings and intricate detailing to sweeping staircases and manicured gardens, hosting your Bridgerton-inspired wedding in a Georgian Regency era wedding venue will bring the refined sophistication and grandeur that Bridgerton does so well.
Our country house wedding venue here at Pynes House has close ties to Jane Austen, who wrote during the Regency period. We invite our guests to step back in time at our stately home, truly immersing themselves in the opulence of our historic house and all that it has to offer. Read more about the history of Pynes House here, or head over to our website here, for a virtual tour of the house.
7. Wisteria!
It’s hard to think of Bridgerton without picturing beautiful wisteria blooms, gracefully draping the Bridgerton family residence. This enchanting plant flowers between April and June in the UK and adorns much of the classic English architecture from the Georgian period. Whether you opt for trailing wisteria details on the wedding stationery and décor or choose to include it in your floral arrangements, these trailing blooms are sure to make a statement.
Here at Pynes House, our terrace becomes a canvas of pastel and purple cascades in the springtime, making the most beautiful backdrop for wedding celebrations – we’ve included some of our favourite wisteria images just below. To see more of our beautiful stately gardens, head over to our gallery here.
A note from Pynes House – please get in touch to see our recommended suppliers list, which is full of lovely suppliers that we’ve had the pleasure of working with over the years….
8. The Florals – Infuse Some Bridgerton Charm With Grand Floral Displays
On the topic of wisteria, flowers take pride of place in all important events in Bridgerton, and for good reason! Having large arrangements with lush foliage and abundant flowers is a beautiful way to seamlessly blend your indoor ceremony and/or reception with the exterior. You could use the arrangements to line your ceremony aisle, create an arch by the altar, or to enhance the tablescapes during your wedding reception. However you choose to display the floral arrangements, they are sure to allude to the blooming gardens of Bridgerton, whilst also creating an aesthetic and aromatic ambience.
In terms of florals, think quicksand roses, cosmos, ranunculus, scabiosa and tulips for a sweet and soft Regency-era inspired bouquet…
9. Opt for A String Quartet to Add a Stately Melody to the Day
It’s true that the charming melody of a string quartet echoes the very essence of Bridgerton and the stately grandeur of the epoque. Here at Pynes House, we’ve been lucky enough to see a number of string quartets at weddings. Their enchanting tunes beautifully blend classical and contemporary, evoking both nostalgia and novelty. To add a personal touch, consider requesting renditions of your favourite songs, giving a contemporary twist to the traditional tunes.
Thinking of opting for a string quartet for your Pynes House wedding? Consider enjoying them play in our historic rose terrace, with a backdrop of the fountain and rolling Devonshire hills beyond, for an afternoon of open-air elegance and charm.
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10. Dine in Bridgerton Style with Grazing Tables
The Bridgerton Regency era was all about decadence to a grand scale. So when it comes to the wedding breakfast, consider grazing tables for yourselves and your guests. Great for creating displays of every kind, whether you’re looking at a selection of artisan cheeses, charcuterie and English chutneys or a delectable board of main meals, feasting tables are a great way of recreating the regency opulence without the waste. Beyond aesthetics, they offer a practical advantage too, allowing guests to indulge at their own pace and to try an array of different dishes. Get in touch with our exclusive and award-winning caterers, Pickle Shack, to find out more about their sharing boards.
READ MORE: Wedding Catering at Pynes House – Getting to Know Pickle Shack
We hope that you’ve enjoyed our favourite ideas for a Bridgerton-inspired wedding – if you’re after more wedding planning guides, we’ve got plenty on our blog. Click here for our recent guide to your complete wedding checklist if you’re interested. Anything else? We’d love to hear from you, please do get in touch here.