How to Create a Wedding Moodboard That Actually Comes to Life
- Sarah Thorpe
- May 10
- 2 min read
Updated: May 22
We’ve all seen the Pinterest boards overflowing with dreamy wedding inspiration — velvet linens, bold florals, mountain backdrops, and perfectly styled bridal parties. But how do you go from a chaotic digital collage to a wedding day that actually feels like your vision?
The magic starts with a thoughtful, intentional moodboard, so we’re pulling back the curtain on how we helped bring one couple’s wedding vision — a romantic, color-rich mountain elopement — to life.
Here’s your step-by-step guide to creating a wedding moodboard that works (and wows).
1. Start With a Feeling, Not Just a Theme
Instead of asking “What’s our wedding theme?” try asking:“How do we want this day to feel?”
For this couple, the feeling was elegant, intimate, and artistic — with an appreciation for vintage details and bold color. That guiding emotion helped shape every visual choice from location to color palette.
2. Choose 3-4 Core Colours
Too many colors can dilute your vision. Focus on 3–4 tones that tell a cohesive story.
In this wedding:
Mauve pink brought softness.
Wine red added depth and drama.
Olive green grounded the palette with a natural, earthy tone.
These shades appeared everywhere — from dresses and florals to table settings and stationery.
3. Incorporate Texture and Detail
A good moodboard doesn’t just show colors — it shows feelings through texture. Think velvet linens, candlelit tablescapes, glassware, metallic details, and florals with personality.
For this mountain elopement, we included:
Green velvet linens for a luxe feel
Deep red taper candles for warmth
Gold-framed details and vintage shoes
Botanical-style stationery with custom sketches
These elements transformed the moodboard into a full sensory experience.
4. Add Location and Lighting Vibes
The where and when of your wedding plays a huge role in the overall aesthetic. Be sure to include landscape photos, lighting inspiration, and outdoor vs. indoor preferences.
This couple eloped in the mountains, so their board included: Mountain scenes, natural light photos, ceremony shots. This helped the vendor team visualize the setting from the beginning.
5. Use the Moodboard as a North Star
Once you’ve built your board, use it to guide every major decision — from dress styles and flowers to rentals and stationery. Don’t be afraid to revisit and refine it as your vision evolves.
The final wedding was so aligned with their vision that it felt like stepping right into the original design.
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