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Boho Pins: The Best of Boho – Red Weddings
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20
Jul
2026
By Boho
Not every newly married couple dreams about spending a week drinking cocktails by a hotel pool. For many, the trip after the wedding is the first chance to do something memorable together. That could mean driving through Iceland’s volcanic landscapes, wandering the old streets of Marrakech, or taking the long way home along Ireland’s west coast with no particular schedule beyond finding somewhere interesting to stop.
The destinations below suit couples who’d rather come home with good stories than follow a traditional honeymoon itinerary. They all have romance in their own way, though it’s usually found in ordinary moments: browsing a local market, getting caught in unexpected weather, or finding a quiet viewpoint after leaving the busiest streets behind.
Weddingmoon Destinations for Couples Who Break the Rules
Photo by Y K
Ireland for Couples Who Want Romance Without the Crowds
Exploring Ireland doesn’t have to mean ticking off the Cliffs of Moher and moving on. Along the Wild Atlantic Way, places such as Clifden, Roundstone and Westport often leave a bigger impression simply because everyday life continues around them. Small harbours stay busy with fishing boats, and village shops still close for lunch in some places.
Galway works well for couples who enjoy wandering. Shop Street rarely stays quiet for long, while the Saturday market beside St Nicholas’ Church fills with local produce, handmade crafts and food stalls. From there it’s only a short walk to the Spanish Arch, where people often sit beside the River Corrib watching the water rush underneath the bridges.
With handpicked small group tours of Ireland, couples can visit places that larger coaches often miss, from tucked-away peninsulas in County Kerry to tiny villages along the Beara Peninsula. Those quieter places usually stay in memories much longer than the famous viewpoints.
Photo by Donovan Kelly
Iceland for a Honeymoon That Breaks Every Expectation
Iceland has a habit of making distances feel deceptive. Mountains that look close often take another hour to reach, while waterfalls appear beside the road with almost no warning. Even a short drive between Reykjavík and Vík feels completely different every few kilometres.
In the capital, most people naturally drift towards Laugavegur before wandering down to the harbour. The Sun Voyager sculpture, Harpa Concert Hall and the waterfront path all sit within easy walking distance. During winter, thick coats become essential even when the sun is shining.
Outside Reykjavík, things are much quieter. Þingvellir National Park deserves more time than many day trips allow, especially for couples who want to wander beyond the busiest viewing platforms. At Geysir, the crowd usually gathers around Strokkur every few minutes before moving on again, leaving the smaller geothermal pools surprisingly peaceful.
Photo by Jonny Auh
17
Jul
2026
By Boho
You don’t have to follow a template to create a wedding that feels meaningful. If you lean toward the unconventional, outdoor settings give you space to shape a day that reflects who you are without forcing you into rigid traditions. Fresh air, natural light, and fewer formal constraints make it easier to build an atmosphere that feels relaxed yet intentional. When you choose a setting that already carries a mood, you spend less time decorating and more time focusing on the experience itself. That balance often leads to a celebration that feels genuine from start to finish.
5 Outdoor Wedding Concepts for the Truly Alt-Couple
photo by Lisa & Neil – full wedding here
Desert Elopement with Cosmic Touches
A desert setting offers wide, open skies that naturally draw attention upward, which makes it ideal for a cosmic-inspired ceremony. When you plan your timing around sunset and early evening, you can move seamlessly from warm daylight into stargazing. Consider adding subtle celestial details, like constellation maps on your vows or a telescope for guests to use after dark. Bring plenty of water, shade, and simple seating so everyone stays comfortable. This approach works well because the landscape already feels expansive, allowing your ceremony to feel intimate without needing elaborate décor.
photo by Fearless Wedding & Elopement – full wedding here
Forest Ceremony with Witchy Undertones
A woodland ceremony creates a quiet, grounded atmosphere that pairs well with symbolic, slightly mystical elements. You might choose a natural clearing, decorate with foraged greenery, and include small rituals like handfasting or candle lighting. When you lean into the surroundings, you reduce setup time while building a setting that feels immersive. Ask your venue or local authority about guidelines for open flames or temporary structures. Guests often respond well to this environment because it feels calm and sheltered, especially when you provide blankets or warm drinks if the temperature drops.
photo by Breanna Kristine Photography – full wedding here
16
Jul
2026
By Boho
“Wedding planning is the happiest time in your life.” We bet some brides would disagree after a sleepless night trying to make everything perfect. So, when will this happiest time start?
Let’s start off with something simple. You don’t do anything wrong. Wedding planning stress is a real thing, and it can have serious consequences.
That’s exactly why we’re here. If you’re a stressed bride or groom, this piece with 10 tips to overcome wedding planning overwhelm is exactly what you need right now.
10 Tips to Overcome Wedding Planning Stress Every Stressed Bride Needs
photo by Tom Cawdron Photography – full wedding here
Signs of Wedding Planning Stress
Wedding planning stress, in its symptoms, looks similar to anxiety and general stress, but there are some specific signs. For example:
- You feel constantly anxious, even when there’s no immediate problem to solve. Restlessness and the need to decide on something have become an automatic mode.
- You have recurring nightmares about things going wrong on your wedding day. This happens when you think about a perceived threat for so long that your subconscious starts preparing you for these threats.
- You find yourself having more frequent arguments with your fiancé, family members, or vendors for no/a reason.
- You constantly think about money. If you worry about budget, unexpected expenditures, or a lack of finances, you may experience something called money anxiety. experience ongoing money anxiety, worrying about budgets, unexpected costs, or financial pressure
- You have brain fog, like there is something between your eyes and the world that doesn’t let you make balanced decisions.
- Your emotional stability collapses. You may not have the strength to work, do anything except for wedding planning, control your emotions, or devote time to your hobbies.
- You experience physical symptoms like headaches, muscle tension, stomach issues, or trouble sleeping.
Those symptoms are something stressed brides commonly go through. But it doesn’t have to be like this. Wedding planning stress is impossible to omit completely, but it’s possible to reduce its effect on your well-being.
photo by Amy Faith – full wedding here
10 Tips If You’re Overwhelmed by Wedding Planning
The goal of our 10 tips against wedding planning stress is to change the mindset about wedding overwhelm. Yes, there is stress and things out of scope of control. But they are not in charge. You are. And here’s what you’re going to do.
1. Sneak in that self-care
Self-care during wedding planning is usually absent. It’s understandable: wedding planning is like another full-time job. But the more you abandon yourself, the fewer resources you have to deal with this second job.
Do at least one small thing a day that makes you happy. Do some sports, explore yourself, for example, by taking the best attachment style quiz, or at least do nothing for 10 minutes. Self-care is also simply doing basic routines: eating protein-rich meals, sleeping enough, and hydrating.
Remember that your self-care is in line with crucial things like cake tasting or booking a band. Without your stable mental well-being, how can a wedding happen?
2. Stay off Pinterest and social media if possible
Pinterest and social media are all good until they turn from inspiration into following THE perfect wedding. A friendly reminder that what you see trending on weddings is curated and requires tons of money for preparation. Your wedding will be perfect because it’s yours, not because it corresponds to a certain aesthetic.
It’s impossible to avoid social media completely because you’ll still need inspiration before purchasing. But try to limit social media to a necessary minimum.
15
Jul
2026
By Boho
This week I am moving house, so I am currently knee deep in boxes, unpacking my life into our brand new home! So while I’m busy trying to find homes for EVEYTHING the three of us own I thought I should bring you some colour inspiration, as we look at nude and neutral weddings in this weeks Boho Pins. With the rise in population of things like pampas grass, dried flowers and the more natural look at weddings, nude and neutral has become ever popular with wedding decoration, flowers, outfits and cakes. Adding in things like macramé, wood and soft chiffons can really add a beautiful boho theme to your day. So read on as I share with you some of the best nude and neutral weddings I have feature on the blog recently.
Photo by gabriela’s photography and film – full shoot here
Photo by Babb Photos – full wedding here
photo by Creek & Country Photo & Film – full wedding here
13
Jul
2026
By Boho
There’s a set of unwritten rules that come with wedding planning, and most couples absorb them without questioning where they came from. Something old, something new, a big first dance, a bouquet toss. For a long time, couples have gone along with traditions like these because it’s what’s always been done.
However, that’s changing, and it’s a lovely shift to see. Couples are giving themselves permission to ask whether a tradition reflects them before deciding to include it, and if it doesn’t, they’re letting it go without a second thought. Here’s a look at some of the wedding “rules” couples are happily leaving behind in 2026, so they can make room for something that feels more like them.
“Rules” Couples Are Happily Ignoring in 2026
photo by Lucy Davis – full shoot here
Having a traditional ceremony
A wedding ceremony tends to follow a fairly predictable format, right down to the processional. The bride gets her moment walking down the aisle to a special song, and everyone else falls into place around her. It’s a nice tradition, but one that’s starting to seem outdated for couples who want the ceremony to reflect both of them equally.
Ariana Straznicky-Packer, Founder & Lead Violinist at Ariana Strings, notes, “The idea that only the bride gets a special song to walk down the aisle to has completely changed. These days, couples are embracing personalized ceremonies, which can also give the groom his own grand entrance song. Same-sex couples are also reimagining the processional entirely, with some choosing to walk in together while others divide the processional in ways that best reflect their relationship. Some couples even squeeze in mash-ups or individual songs for the ring bearers and flower children.”
Rather than defaulting to whatever’s traditionally expected, couples are thinking through what’s right for how they’re entering this new chapter. The ceremony is one of the most personal parts of the day, so it makes sense that more people are shaping it to reflect who they are.
photo by Jessi Casara Photography – full wedding here
