Picture this, You are *FINALLY* engaged + you can’t wait to begin wedding planning. Your Pinterest inspiration is DYING to come to life right in front of your eyes, BUT you are not certain where to celebrate your upcoming union. Think again, your families home is THE perfect location to bring to life your garden wedding dreams. Don’t believe me? Here are three reasons why you should have a backyard garden wedding!

Skip the Expenses of a Venue

• Put that extra cash towards your overall wedding investment! Were you on the fence about being able to afford your dream vendor like a photographer or videographer or rent a big beautiful tent? Now you can! Since you will no longer be spending anywhere from 15% – 30% of your overall wedding budget on a venue, think about how much further your dollar can go on other key elements of your big day! Plus, what screams garden wedding more than beautiful flowers, flowy dresses and a beautiful tent!

It Already has the Sentimental Factor

• Imagine, one day down the road, you are 30+ years into marriage sitting around with your kids + possibly your grandkids. Someone asks you about your wedding day and you instantly think of your childhood home and the role it played on your wedding day. Yes, you can find gorgeous wedding venues that become such a special place for you and your spouse BUT what is more special than somewhere you already know and love?! It’s a garden wedding with beautiful sentimental factors.

It allows you to be more intimate with your guests

• So many times people attend a wedding and aren’t able much time with the special couple. Having your wedding at your home creates a more intimate space where you have more one on one time with each of your guests. A garden wedding screams intimate, intentional and immaculate!

If you are still any further need of convincing, check out Chloe + Laine’s wedding below!