Retro Rhythms: A Music-Inspired Wedding at Royle Forest

At Blackthorn & Bloom, we thrive on creating floral designs that tell a story—and this wedding at Royle Forest was a full-on celebration of rhythm, romance, and retro style. Set in the heart of the forest beneath the canvas of this characterful tipi venue, this day hit all the right notes for a couple who wanted their love of music to take center stage.

The Vision

The couple came to us with a fun, bold brief: a retro-inspired wedding with musical touches woven throughout. Think vinyl records, vintage colour pops, and a playlist-worthy palette that channeled joy and nostalgia. They wanted their florals to reflect that same energy—playful, vibrant, and unmistakably unique.

The Florals

With such a strong theme, we had plenty of creative freedom to dial up the character while still maintaining a stylish and cohesive feel.

Ceremony Area: We designed an eclectic floral backdrop for the ceremony, featuring a mix of bold seasonal blooms in saturated shades—think burnt orange, copper, and nude —paired with statement deep, dark foliage and textural elements like dried grasses. Single stem flowers were hung from the beams of the tipi, over the aisle to give the illusion the flowers were floating and there were disco balls and retro speaks galore!
Guest Tables: Each table featured compact, colourful arrangements in vintage-inspired vessels, scattered between records, musical notes, and quirky retro props that the stylist
Top Table Display: For the top table, we created a vibrant runner-style arrangement that gave a nod to the couple’s love of live gigs—free-spirited and full of movement, with flowers that felt like they were dancing to their own beat.

The Day

The whole day had an infectious energy—fun, a little rebellious, and filled with personality. Royle Forest’s relaxed woodland vibe provided the perfect canvas, with fairy lights and tipi textures contrasting beautifully with the retro pops of colour and playful styling. The couple’s vision was clear from the start, and their trust in our creativity made the whole process both smooth and inspiring..

Final Thoughts

This wedding was a reminder that flowers don’t just decorate a space—they help tell a story. From colourful blooms to curated chaos, we were thrilled to help bring this retro, music-loving couple’s vision to life in a way that felt authentic and joyful.

If you’re planning a wedding that’s a little outside the box, we’d love to hear from you. At Blackthorn & Bloom, we believe your flowers should be as expressive and individual as you are.