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A Rustic Waterside Wedding at The Malibu Nature Preserve in Malibu, California

Heather and Andrew were married in a rustic, oceanside affair that incorporated all the best parts of the ocean and the woods. Wild arrangements of br

Heather and Andrew were married in a rustic, oceanside affair that incorporated all the best parts of the ocean and the woods. Wild arrangements of bright green succulents and vivid blue thistles made up the couple's centerpieces and attendant bouquets and boutonnieres. The event's aesthetics were the perfect combination of structure and spontaneity from the massive wooden ceremony pergola to the DIY chalkboard signs and vintage knick-knacks, like type-writers and balancing scales. The woods and the ocean, different as they are, took the main stage as the background of each image and the couple's love of nature was at the forefront of the couple's design decor. See more from this rustic beachside wedding!

The groom wore a bright green succulent and blue thistle wrapped up in turquoise ribbon as his boutonniere on his wedding day.
At the beginning of the crisp, white aisle -- a stark contrast to the bohemian beach setting -- was a wooden sign.
Succulents and ropes made for a rugged aisle marker at the ceremony -- the perfect touch for this rustic, beachside wedding.
The bride and groom made many DIY signs out of various chalkboards to announce locations and events, like cocktail hour.
Escort cards were actually polaroids of various spots that meant something significant to the couple and hung up on strings of twine, secured with clothespins.
Travel-Themed Wedding Decorations
Travel was a major theme of the couple's outdoor, rustic wedding, so vintage globes were seen in many different spots during the reception.
Simple ivory plates were topped with crisp white napkins and accented with neutral menu cards and a pop of turquoise in the ribbon that tied everything together.
Rustic wooden stumps were laid in a variety of positions and topped with vintage photos of the couple's family members, so that both families were represented during the event.
An eclectic array of wooden slabs and branches made up a lot of the wedding reception decor that fit in perfectly with the rugged style of the reception in the forested area.
The couple's rustic wedding cake was deconstructed, so that each tier was a standalone piece. This one was frosted spatula-style and topped with a green succulent.