When planning a countryside wedding, many couples want to blend rustic and luxury styles in a way that feels relaxed, refined, and true to them. At Blackstock Country Estate, our peaceful rural surroundings and beautifully restored barns create the perfect backdrop for bringing these two styles together, without either one taking over.
Striking this balance is all about thoughtful choices. The most memorable weddings aren’t the ones that go all out in one direction, but the ones that combine comfort with elegance, and charm with polish.
Image above by Sarah Williams Photography
The easiest way to blend rustic and luxury styles is to start with a venue that offers both as part of its setting. At Blackstock Country Estate, the combination of original oak beams, exposed brickwork, and bright open spaces gives couples the best of both worlds. The Tudor Barn and The Granary are full of countryside charm, but also provide a clean, smart finish, perfect for formal dinners, dancing, and beautifully styled ceremonies. With a venue like this, the hard part is already done.
Nature can do a lot of the work when it comes to finding the right style. At Blackstock Country Estate, the wide views over the Cuckmere Valley give every wedding a feeling of space, stillness, and understated beauty. Couples often use this to their advantage by choosing seasonal flowers, wooden or metal accents, and soft lighting, then adding refined touches like flowing fabrics, tailored seating plans, or statement glassware. These choices help blend rustic and luxury styles without creating a clash between them.
Image below by Simon Booth Photography
Image on the left by Nick Davies & Image on the right by Anthony Hazelden Photography
The best way to create contrast without tension is through texture. Rougher materials like wooden tables or stone features give weddings a rustic feel, while smoother fabrics, clear glass, and metallic highlights add just the right amount of polish. Couples often use natural linen napkins with gold cutlery, soft fairy lights against barn walls, or a mix of wild greenery and classic roses. These combinations help blend rustic and luxury styles in a way that feels balanced and beautiful.
Another way to blend rustic and luxury styles is to gently shift the mood as your wedding day unfolds. Many couples keep their ceremony simple and intimate, maybe just an arch, natural florals, and live music, then add more refined elements for the evening, such as statement lighting or a multi-course meal. With different areas to use across the venue, Blackstock Country Estate allows for these changes to happen naturally, giving each part of your day its own atmosphere while keeping everything connected.
Image above by D.B Photography
Above all, the most successful weddings are the ones that feel personal. Couples who blend rustic and luxury styles well often do so by staying true to their own tastes, rather than sticking to a strict theme. Small details, like handwritten notes, family traditions, or meaningful songs, can add so much warmth and individuality, even in a setting that looks polished. At Blackstock Country Estate, we’ve seen how these moments turn a beautiful day into an unforgettable one.
Blending rustic and luxury styles doesn’t mean walking a tightrope, it means using what you love from each and finding harmony between them. At Blackstock Country Estate, our countryside setting, historic barns, and thoughtful layout help couples blend rustic and luxury styles naturally, creating a wedding day that’s as relaxed as it is refined.
Contact Blackstock Country Estate or book a private viewing online. Discover how our versatile barns and countryside setting can help you blend rustic and luxury styles for your perfect wedding day.