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Styled wedding shoot at Caswell House in Oxfordshire

Styled Shoot: Cosy Autumn Wedding Inspiration


Nikita Thorne Guides for Brides
Nikita Thorne Updated:
8th of March 2023

Planning a wedding in the autumn months? This styled shoot planned by Anelli Ltd is the perfect inspiration. From the warm tones to glittering fairylights, here Jessica from Anelli explains the ideas around this cosy autumn wedding styled shoot captured by Sunshine in the Woods Photography.

When it came to deciding what month I decided to get married in, it had to be Autumn. The gorgeous colours on the trees, the cosy wedding breakfast, the magnificent sunset… the list is never ending. So, when I organised this styled shoot, it just had to be Autumnal themed. Like any time of year, there’s so much to think about when planning a wedding, from the venue to the flowers, so here are a few ideas to inspire your dream autumn wedding day.

Caswell House exterior with bride holding bouquet in the breeze.

The perfect venue for the changeable weather

Choosing your venue for an autumn wedding can feel like a daunting task. What happens if it rains? Will it get too hot? We felt it was important to pick a venue that could handle all weather eventualities when planning this styled shoot. Caswell House provided the perfect setting. You can choose to get married inside their beautiful Wenmans Barn or, if the sun is shining, have your ceremony outside. 

Bride outside at Caswell House

Getting married at Caswell House myself, I know how truly magical it really is. If you like the idea of your ceremony being inside, walking into the main barn completely takes your breath away, the twinkling lights draped under the stunning oak beams provides the most romantic setting as you walk the most memorable walk of your entire life.

Inside pretty fairylights hang from the beams at Caswell House in Oxfordshire

The perfect wedding dress for an Autumn bride

One of the many reasons why Autumn is such a great time to get married is that it makes choosing your dream wedding dress a million times easier! There’s no need to worry about if you’re going to be too hot or too cold - the options are endless. 

Fitted wedding dress worn within Caswell House wedding barn

At Proposals Bridal Studio, your vision really can come to life when picking your perfect gown. From Maggie Sottero to Sincerity Bridal to Gaia Bridal, you will be spoilt for choice. Proposals showcased a selection of gowns that perfectly suited the rustic and romantic barn wedding venue but also fit the move into the chillier months.

Strapless fit and flare wedding gown from Proposals Bridal Studio in Witney

Choosing your ideal hair and makeup for Autumn weddings

The Autumn weather can make your decision on your wedding hair and makeup a lot easier. Just like with choosing the dress, there’s no need to worry about if it's going to be too humid to wear your hair down or if your eyeshadow of choice will run off your face due to the heat. 

Pretty and natural hair and makeup look for autumnal wedding

Cotswold Wedding Hair and Make-up styled the models perfectly to match their gorgeous gowns. The make-up showed off their natural beauty and complemented the autumnal colour scheme. The hair styles chosen showcase that an Autumn bride can pick whatever style she feels most comfortable in for her big day, whether that is wearing her hair down or in an updo.

Seasonal flowers for an Autumn wedding

What makes a wedding really come to life? The flowers. The warm autumn tones in a bouquet can really perfect the finishing touches to your day. Classic Flowers in Witney chose the most beautiful reds and purple hues, surrounded by gorgeous foliage to really make the Autumnal themed shoot come to life. 

Autumnal bridal bouquet created by Classic Flowers Witney for Oxfordshire styled shoot.

While many may think they are limited by in-season florals during the autumn, there are in fact more choices than you may be aware of. Dahlias are just one example of a flower that provides a variety of deep and rich colours that are perfect for weddings and they are generally in season until the first frosts of October and November.

Your wedding rings are perfect for every season

Wedding rings are not limited by season and it’s imperative that you choose a wedding band that you love. Whether you choose to get married in Spring, Summer, Autumn or Winter, your wedding ring will sit on your finger everyday, forever. It symbolises the love that you have for your partner and that’s so special!

Bride holding bouquet of flowers with a wedding ring on her left hand covered in diamondsfrom Anelli Ltd

In all honesty, I had the easiest task when it came to what rings Anelli Ltd should use for this shoot, as, quite frankly, diamonds go with everything – any dress, any setting. So, when the time comes to choose your wedding ring, there’s no need to think about the aesthetic of the wedding day itself, all you’ve got to know is that you will love this ring for eternity

Bride showcases a diamond wedding band on her left hand supplied by Anelli Ltd

Learn more about the wedding suppliers involved in this styled shoot:

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About the author


Nikita Thorne

Nikita is a wedding planning expert and newlywed having tied the knot in 2023. She is the host of Guides for Brides - The Wedding Podcast and regularly speaks at wedding industry conferences and national wedding shows to inform and inspire couples who are planning their big days. She keeps on top of the latest wedding trends in design and fashion and loves to see the new innovative ideas from wedding professionals across the country. If you need practical planning advice, Nikita has been through the entire wedding planning process, so is your best contact!

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