Inspiration for Your Wedding

Many people dream of a destination wedding in Italy—this wedding concept shows you how it can become a reality even when planning from Austria. The fact that this wedding inspiration was brought to life by service providers from Austria in no way detracts from the Italian flair; on the contrary, every detail has been meticulously coordinated and organized. What looks so dreamy and fairy-tale-like is the result of careful planning ahead of time.

The wedding design for this real-life wedding is all about the island paradise of Hawaii. It features bold, summery colors and a cheerful, unique style. The wedding invitations and program are designed in the shape of Monstera leaves, and instead of table numbers, there are cards shaped like the various Hawaiian islands. When it comes to florals, a Hawaiian-inspired wedding is the perfect opportunity to really let your creativity run wild. With this celebration brimming with aloha spirit, many wedding guests will surely feel like they’ve landed in paradise!

More and more brides-to-be are looking for a wedding setting that brings together a very small, intimate group of guests. No big fuss—just everything perfectly coordinated. Just like this wedding concept, which evokes a spontaneous, cheerful garden party. A wedding like a picnic—only with a beautifully flowing wedding dress, an elegant dessert table, stunning floral arrangements, and a happily beaming couple taking center stage.

When a wedding takes place on the grounds of a venerable palace, the wedding concept can be classic, extravagant, and exciting all at once. As beautiful as boho and barn weddings may be, this wedding at the Palast Hohenems captivates with its classic, fairy-tale elements. Inspired by the royal surroundings, the wedding design is entirely devoted to romance. It takes us back to royal times and shows how a wedding can bring the “Sissi vibes” of yesteryear into the present.

When two very different people come together and love blossoms between them, their differences suddenly cease to be a challenge—no, on the contrary, they become a source of enrichment for the relationship! 

In the mountains, in the forest, and by the mountain stream—where nature awakens in its most pristine form year after year—this sense of authenticity can be seamlessly incorporated into a wedding concept. This wedding photo shoot achieved exactly that: the colors orange and blue reflect the wonderful surroundings of the Dachstein region.

At this wedding, the bride sets the tone for an extravagant wedding theme, as everything is centered around her favorite color: Viva Magenta—an electrifying color that speaks of love, courage, and strength. Selected by Pantone® as the Color of the Year for 2023, this shade has many facets and truly shines when the background remains elegant and understated.

This fine-art wedding is enriched by contrasts: winter and spring, tenderness and exuberance, butterflies and wisps of fog, elegance and naturalness—every element, every emotion has its place. And so, the combination of rich cappuccino tones, lush roses, cool concrete walls, and handmade paper creates the perfect wedding design for this delicate fairytale wedding.

Anyone who’s ever stood in an ice cream shop faced with a seemingly endless selection knows how hard it can sometimes be to make a decision. Especially when choosing lemon ice cream means you have to pass up the chocolate ice cream. That’s exactly how many couples feel when choosing the right wedding theme. What if you’d like to have an elegant wedding, but at the same time you’re drawn to the charm of a natural, rustic barn wedding? Then this wedding inspiration is for you.

Not every glamorous wedding needs a huge ballroom with heavy chandeliers, voluminous gowns, and elaborate updo hairstyles. Glamour can also be modern—and in this wedding inspiration, we’ll show you how. The goal is to combine the beauty of a classic fairytale wedding with the lightheartedness of a modern wedding celebration. Instead of an opulent castle, a charming tavern serves as the wedding venue. The decor and floral arrangements skillfully highlight the charm of the space and, thanks to their vibrant colors, evoke the spirit of spring. 

For years now, we’ve been advising couples like you to get married exactly the way you want to. You should let go of other people’s expectations and celebrate your love in a way that feels right to you. Larry Harvey already had this mindset back in 1948, and to put it into practice, he organized a festival in the Nevada desert with 20 people—the first Burning Man. This small event has not only become the most spectacular, craziest festival in the world, but also the inspiration for this wedding theme.

According to the Austrian Ministry of Family Affairs’ website, the day of the wedding ceremony is also called a “green wedding.” If you’re like us and think of a wedding that focuses on nature, sustainability, and maybe even a green color scheme, then this wedding inspiration from Tyrol is just right for you.

Dreamy and magically cozy—that’s usually how people imagine a winter wedding. But the cold season can also be different. This wedding inspiration shows what a perfect winter wedding looks like: minimalist, elegant, radiant, and extraordinary.

All around the world, you’ll find a quote from Charles Eames on the walls of many design studios: “The details are not the details. They make the design.” This statement also applies to wedding design. These talented wedding vendors from Salzburg show you just how much even small changes can influence wedding design.

It’s the details that make a wedding design stand out. Even small changes can have a huge impact on the look and feel of your wedding—so much so that the result seems like it’s from an alternate timeline, as if you were in a time-travel wedding movie.

Vienna is known for its beautiful architecture. Palaces, mansions, and magnificent modern buildings offer you a wide selection of potential wedding venues. But what if you’re not into Baroque, Renaissance, or Art Nouveau styles? What if you’d much rather get married surrounded by nature? Then this styled shoot is the perfect wedding inspiration for you.

There are two types of wedding inspiration. One showcases beautiful, cohesive wedding concepts that couples can adopt relatively easily and integrate into their own wedding design—the boho wedding is arguably one of the classics in this category. This styled shoot belongs to the other type of wedding inspiration. It’s the kind that shows you just how unique a wedding design can be when professional vendors bring individual elements together with great sensitivity to create a harmonious whole.

If you’re planning a spring or summer wedding and are willing to take a chance on something new, then this wedding inspiration is just right for you. Here, the color palette doesn’t hold back—it goes all out with confidence. Flowers, fabrics, and stationery in vibrant colors are so skillfully combined that, despite the variety of hues, a cohesive overall look emerges. The bold, lively colors are a fantastic fit for a spring or summer wedding, and when used skillfully, they also harmonize perfectly with the bride and groom’s stylish, elegant look.

Good design follows certain rules. It doesn’t matter whether it’s graphic, interior, product, or wedding design. Many of these “design laws” state that you shouldn’t mix different styles. But aren’t rules meant to be broken? After all, Andy Warhol, Jay-Z, and architects have done just that—and created fantastic works as a result. Professionals who know what they’re doing are allowed to defy the rules. This wedding inspiration—where the boundaries between industrial, boho, and fine art seem to blur—shows you what the result can look like when professional wedding vendors do just that.

Alongside the performing arts, fine art is considered the art of the arts. It encompasses painting, sculpture, architecture, graphic art, photography, and crafts. This diversity requires a great deal of expertise and skill, especially when creating fine-art wedding designs, because otherwise there’s a real risk of slipping into kitsch. This wedding inspiration, created exclusively for our Upper Austrian Wedding Book, shows you what a successful fine art wedding can look like.

Weddings during the colder months have many advantages: Most vendors aren’t as hopelessly booked up as they are in the summer, and the lower demand often shows up in the price as well. But what if you’re really longing for that carefree summer vibe for your wedding? Then let this styled shoot inspire you. Here, you’ll see just how summery—and even tropical—a winter wedding in Austria can be.

“Castle weddings are all the same,” goes the cliché, while in the imaginary background the clatter of hooves fades away, the door of the lavishly decorated carriage swings open, and the Grande Madame steps out in her flowing white wedding gown to meet her future husband, the Count von und zu Altmodisch. “Not all of them,” we reply, pointing to this unique styled shoot, which made it onto the cover of our Burgenland wedding book.

When life gives you lemons, slice them up and toss them into your gin and tonic. When it gives you oranges, turn them into a glamorous wedding. This wedding inspiration, titled “Citrus Wedding,” shows you how. Dried orange slices set the warm color palette that runs through the elegant wedding design—from the stationery to the floral arrangements.

There are few things that evoke a luxurious lifestyle quite like a lakeside wedding. No wonder—after all, we mostly know about them from movies and tabloids, which reported on John Legend and Chrissy Teigen’s exclusive dream wedding on Lake Como. But you can get married by beautiful lakes in Austria, too—even if you don’t have a Hollywood budget. Our Carinthian wedding guide shows you how to make it happen.

There are couples who don’t need much to be happy. Sina and Bernhard from Styria are one such couple. They love to travel, enjoy their freedom, and believe that “less is more.” So it’s hardly surprising that they decided on an elopement wedding. At an altitude of 1,650 meters, the couple exchanged vows in peaceful intimacy, with their dogs serving as witnesses. This wedding inspiration shows that it’s not important to have a big wedding—it’s important to celebrate a great love.

Not every couple thinks of horse-drawn carriages, castles, and waltzes when they hear the phrase “dream wedding.” Some couples prefer a rock-and-roll, rustic vibe. The following wedding inspiration is meant for all those couples. We’re joining the bride and groom at the Vedahof in Gramastetten, Upper Austria. This versatile venue is perfect for wedding concepts that blend rock ’n’ roll with elegance—weddings where the bride wears Doc Martens instead of stilettos and swaps her veil for a leather jacket.

There are many reasons to choose a spring wedding. The spirit of spring is in the air, inviting you to celebrate love—and, almost more importantly, no other season is as well-suited to a wedding design in pastel shades as spring. Whether it’s florals, stationery, decorations, or even the wedding cake—pastel colors lend every wedding concept a light, airy feel. In the case of this wedding inspiration, Schloss Pöggstall in Lower Austria even features pastel-colored decorative elements that contribute to the friendly overall look.

Every couple in love knows: There’s something mysterious—even magical—about love. No wonder that for many couples, a touch of mysticism—and sometimes even a hint of witchcraft—is part of their wedding ceremony. This boho wedding shows you how you, too, can add a touch of magic to your big day. When two people come together, it feels like destiny. As if all the celestial bodies—from the moon to the distant stars—were aligned just right.

Dear Readers, many seasons have passed since I last picked up my pen and ink. I very much hope you didn’t think I’d come to my senses. If you did, I’d like to use these lines to convince you otherwise and, at the same time, give you what our refined society loves so much: a scandal.You may be wondering how an anonymous writer, who values her privacy above all else, could cause such a sensational stir. Well, I won’t keep you in suspense any longer: I, Lady Whistledown, have decided to crown a “Diamond” this season as well.

Most winter weddings follow one of two color schemes. Either you go with winter classics like bright red, dark green, and elegant gold—which, in unprofessional hands, can quickly take on a Christmas vibe—or you draw inspiration from the color palette of the Disney classic *Frozen* and design the wedding in blue, white, and silver to match the setting. Even though these themes have proven popular, we say, “Let it go!” 🎶

This wedding inspiration, titled "Endless Love," shows you what happens when you bring the romantic charm of a fairytale wedding into the present day. The newly renovated and light-filled Marchegg Castle serves as the backdrop for this modern fine art wedding, which combines elegance and lightness into a timeless overall concept.

Solid walls, large windows, and tall, light-filled rooms—if these words make you think of a New York City loft in the East Village with a view of Tompkins Square Park before you realize they could just as easily describe a fairy-tale castle, then this wedding inspiration is perfect for you.

Soft pastel colors meet modern romance: This styled shoot shows how delicate wedding florals, lovingly designed wedding stationery, and unique bridal fashion come together to form a harmonious overall concept. A wedding inspiration full of lightness, elegance, and emotion.

For this wedding inspiration, we headed to Innsbruck’s Old Town. But instead of being drawn to the shopping or sightseeing opportunities, we were drawn to the history. Over the past centuries, countless wonderful stories worth telling have unfolded behind these windows, and with this wedding, there will be one more.

Although Paris is considered the “City of Love,” the world’s most famous love story actually took place in Verona. It’s a coincidence that the bride in this styled shoot—like the protagonist of that story—is also named Juliet. But the fact that Italy served as the inspiration for the wedding design is no coincidence. Admittedly, the “ Schloss Vasoldsberg ” is a bit farther from the sea than the land of la Dolce Vita. But instead of salty waves, a heavenly-scented sea of flowers awaits the bride and groom here.

Large weddings are like a thunderstorm that lets its heavy downpour slap against windowpanes like thunderous applause, while it announces with deep thunder and blinding flashes of lightning that something significant is happening here. Elopements are more like a gentle midnight summer rain, carried through the street by the wind like a soft whisper and noticed by most people only when it fills the air the next morning with the scent of summer freshness, new beginnings, and adventure. This elopement photo shoot took place after a night of just such a drizzle.

Every wedding is a snapshot. A moment like a raindrop falling into the river of time, now captured and carried along by it. That single drop holds the memories, experiences, and hopes of a couple who have decided to walk their path together. It carries within it every detail, every thought, every word, every gesture, and every glance, and as it plunges into the river, it lets them enter history as small circular ripples.

Love, as the French philosopher Voltaire once said, is a fabric woven by nature and embroidered by the imagination. This outdoor wedding on the Old Rhine takes us back to the loom—surrounded by lush greenery, we celebrate a wedding ceremony at sunset. The water’s surface shimmers golden behind the wedding arch, while the bride and groom stand facing each other, their hearts racing with joy. It may seem unusual to wait until the evening hours for the wedding ceremony, but here, nature sets the pace.

A wedding is often called “the most beautiful day of your life.” This wedding inspiration shows you how to capture that day, freezing it in time, and preserve it forever in a timeless design. One of the most striking features of this concept is its ability to make time seem to stand still in every moment. The romantic atmosphere feels almost intimate, making every glance and every touch an unmistakable expression of love.