So you’re having a Country themed wedding. You’re already planning on the Cowboy boots and a full Country Western playlist, but how can you really get into the Country party mode? Country themed weddings are incredibly popular in Arizona, so we’ve put together a list of a few fun ideas to play up your big day!

Centerpieces

Centerpieces are a great way to tap into your wedding’s theme without being too overpowering. If you’re planning on having floral arrangements on each table, try adding a little hay to each piece. This is a playful way of bringing in your Country vibe while maintaining a bit of class. Or, you can introduce your theme into cool planters. Miniature barrels, branded wood boxes, boots, mason jars, watering cans – the options are endless! If you’re feeling adventurous, barbed wire makes a great addition to any centerpiece.

Decor

Aside from the centerpieces, there are plenty of places to let your Country style shine through. Old whiskey or wine barrels make the best tables for that authentic Country flair. They can either be mini-tables on their own, or you can use 2 or 3 to make the base of a homemade table. If barrels aren’t your thing, consider making use of old wooden picnic tables and benches with throw pillows. You can keep the rustic feel with the tables, while adding an element of comfort of pillows for your guests.

Favors

I doubt you want to hand out free boots to everyone who walks in, but you can still stick with your theme when it comes to your wedding party favors. Make homemade jam for all of your guests. It seems like a daunting task, but it’s pretty manageable if you do it in bulk. If you aren’t interested in making your favor, consider giving out small plants. It fits the outdoorsy theme while giving your guests a new house plant!

S’mores bar

Who doesn’t love a good s’more? Country weddings are all about the great outdoors, and nothing says outdoor life quite like a s’more. Stock up on graham crackers, marshmallows, and lots of chocolate so your guests can make these sweet treats at your receptions! You can either have a huge bon fire for people to gather around, or build your own fire bar. Just fill a case with glass or stone pebbles, then place cans of sterno in a line in the pebbles. That way you can enjoy these delicious treats inside or outside!

First Dance

A first wedding dance can be pretty scary, especially if you don’t want to look silly by just doing the 8th-grade sway. Make your first dance something upbeat by learning to Country Two-Step or Country Swing. Then, your first dance can be a part of your wedding to look forward to, not dread. You’ll look good, feel good, and have an awesome new dance to take with you the rest of your life. If you’re in the Phoenix area, check out Dance FX Studios in the East Valley when you decide it’s time to learn. As the only non-competition studio in Arizona, we focus solely on teaching you dances that ou can actually use in the real world. We’ve also choreographed thousands of wedding dances, so we definitely know what we’re doing. Whether you want to Two-Step, Swing, or go for a slow Nite Club, we will help you to shine at your Country themed wedding!

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