if you want to know the best charming ideas for a modern farm wedding, you’ve come to the right place. #aandbabe grace and patrick’s wedding day was a rustic affair, complete with a quaint barn reception and outdoor wedding ceremony. here's a glimpse into their unforgettable farm wedding in scandia, minnesota.

barn wedding venue in minnesota

one of the first steps in planning a modern farm wedding is finding the right ranch or vineyard wedding venue. when looking for a countryside wedding venue, couples often want a mixture of indoor and outdoor structures, such as barns, pavilions, and more.

in the case of grace and patrick, their picturesque barn wedding venue in minnesota, had settings for both an outdoor ceremony and an indoor reception. by blending the natural beauty of the estate with modern amenities, guests were able to enjoy a seamless and stunning wedding experience.

neutral wedding color palette ideas for a natural barn wedding

A group of bridesmaids wearing matching grey pajamas and fuzzy white slippers toasting with the bride with mimosas on her wedding day. They are on a linen bench in a white barn venue with a crystal chandelier in the background.

A bride getting ready for her big day while her mother helps zip her into her white beaded wedding dress.

A bride walking down the stairs in her wedding gown and veil with help from her mother carrying her bridal bouquet.

Bridesmaids wearing low back champagne satin bridesmaids dresses helping a bride walk through her venue carrying her bouquet and train.

A groom wearing a tan suit buttoning his jacket standing in front of a black painted barn while waiting for the first look with his bride.

when sifting through neutral wedding color palette ideas, earthy tones like khaki, champagne, and ivory were favorites for grace and patrick. grace’s bridal party wore midi-length slip dresses. these champagne halter neck bridesmaids dresses coordinated with patrick’s groomsmen in khaki suits.

vintage beaded wedding dress

A bridal party wearing champagne satin halter nek bridesmaids dresses surrounding the bride wearing a square neck fitted beaded wedding dress. They are all holding bouquets with white roses, peonies, and babies breath and standing in front of a blac

A wedding party laughing together before the ceremony. The bride is wearing a white beaded wedding dress, bridesmaids are in champagne satin midi dresses, and the groom and groomsmen are in tan suits.

A bride approaching the groom from behind for their first look before the wedding ceremony.

A bride and groom sharing a moment together before their wedding ceremony.

when shopping for a vintage beaded wedding dress, our minneapolis bridal shop’s romantic wedding dress offering included a range of unique bridal styles. grace was particularly interested in alena leena bridal at a&bé minneapolis. after trying on ‘calathea’ by alena leena, grace knew she’d found her dream wedding dress!

calathea’s beautiful embellishment was one reason grace was drawn to this beaded bridal dress. the gown’s linear beading created an organic design down the structured bodice and fitted skirt. with a timeless square neckline and underarm cutouts, grace’s beaded gown was an ethereal mixture of elegant and contemporary bridal elements.

classic lawn wedding ceremony

when it came time to exchange vows, grace and patrick walked down a grassy aisle to their stone ceremony arch decorated in greenery. with white floral arrangements marking their altar, their ceremony space was simple and classic.

guests sat on white folding chairs and aisle seats were decorated with a small bouquet of baby’s breath. when looking down the aisle, guests saw white flower petals sprinkled on either side and a black iron gate at the altar. a mixture of a farm wedding aesthetic and garden party vibes, their outdoor ceremony was relaxed and intimate.

elegant winery wedding reception

after celebrating their love outdoors, everyone gathered in a winery-inspired room for a sit-down dinner and dancing. this inviting reception room had white-washed walls and ample natural light. feeling true to their farm wedding theme, features like old hand-hewn timbers and reclaimed wood harvest tables added to the ambience!

everyone took a seat on vineyard cross-back dining chairs and looked up at the room’s crystal chandeliers and baby’s breath bunches hanging from the ceiling. white table runners were placed on the tables, with black candlesticks and white fresh flower arrangements.

celebrating love in minnesota

spending the day in the presence of their loved ones was a once-in-a-lifetime experience for grace and patrick. grace shares, “it was a perfect summer day celebrating love with our closest family and friends”.

dress designer: alena leena / bridal shop: a&bé minneapolis / photographer: rachel mcelmury photo / venue: redeemed farm / florals: angie paschke / dj: studio veil / catering: lake elmo inn catering / makeup: beauty by lc

CHARMING IDEAS FOR A MODERN FARM WEDDING