Caroline and Gregory’s cottagecore wedding at Junebug vendor The Inn at Fernbrook Farms captured everything they loved about the English countryside—lush gardens, vintage details, and a relaxed atmosphere that encouraged everyone to slow down and enjoy the day. Set against the backdrop of a working farm, their celebration embraced soft pastel florals, thoughtful heirloom-inspired touches, and meaningful traditions that reflected the life they had already begun building together.

What We Love About This Cottagecore Wedding

• The vintage English countryside aesthetic with soft pastel florals and a historic farmhouse backdrop.
• A tree-planting ceremony that continues to grow in the couple’s front yard.
• A hayride to visit the farm animals after the ceremony.
• Thoughtful vintage details, including a painting-turned-seating-chartand pressed-flower candles.
• A farm-to-table menu featuring produce grown right on the property.

From Bumble to the Barnyard

After meeting on Bumble, their romance unfolded through late-night dates. Greg had been working the late shift, so their evenings often started at 11 p.m. It didn’t take long for Caroline to realize she had found someone special. When she accidentally slept through their third date, she woke up expecting Greg to have given up and gone home. Instead, he was still patiently waiting outside her apartment. Soon after, Caroline moved into Greg’s New Jersey home, where they happily blended Greg’s cats and Caroline’s dog into one family. By the time they exchanged vows, they had quietly welcomed another new addition, their five-month-old son, whose presence made the day even more meaningful.

The couple always imagined getting married at an old farmhouse surrounded by nature, complete with roaming sheep. After discovering The Inn at Fernbrook Farms, they found almost exactly what they had been searching for. The working farm, historic inn, and abundant greenery went well with their aesthetic, making it easy to build the rest of the celebration around the venue.

Featured Vendor:
Nicole Moran Photography
The Inn at Fernbrook Farms

Vintage English Country Style With a Cottagecore Twist

Caroline and Gregory focused on creating a celebration with timeless appeal. Soft pastel wildflowers, vintage-inspired details, and natural textures gave the day its cottagecore charm.

Greg embraced the relaxed country setting in a brown suit, while Caroline wore a pre-loved wedding dress that she altered to capture the 1940s-inspired silhouette she’d been dreaming of. Their florist leaned into the garden-party atmosphere with loose, pastel blooms that looked as though they’d been freshly gathered from the surrounding fields.

A Tree-Planting Ceremony and a Hayride Around the Farm

Rather than including a traditional unity ceremony, the couple planted a linden tree together during their ceremony, a living reminder of the promises they made that now grows in their front yard.

After saying “I do,” they embraced the venue’s working farm setting with one of the day’s most memorable experiences: a hayride to visit the animals. It was a natural extension of the setting and gave the couple a chance to soak in the countryside before joining guests for the reception.

Meaningful Details That Reflected Their Story

Some of the most memorable details came from items the couple created or collected themselves. Guests found their seats using a vintage painting purchased at an estate sale, while candles decorated with pressed flowers, assembled during Caroline’s bridal shower, added a handmade touch to each table. Their place cards and table numbers featured photos of the couple at different ages, giving guests a glimpse into their lives before they met.

Their dog also made an unforgettable entrance as ring bearer, running down the aisle to “Fortunate Son” by Creedence Clearwater Revival. Later, instead of relying on a DJ-curated playlist, Caroline and Gregory celebrated with a playlist they had put together during a road trip, making the soundtrack just as intentional as every other detail.

Planning On Your Own Doesn’t Have to Be Stressful

Although they planned the wedding themselves in just eight months, Caroline and Gregory say they rarely felt overwhelmed. They found many of their vendors through Facebook wedding groups, choosing professionals whose work already matched their style and trusting them to do what they do best.

Photography and food were their biggest priorities. They fell in love with Junebug vendor Nicole Moran’s moody, candid, film-inspired photography style, while Fernbrook Farms’ farm-to-table menu—featuring produce grown right on the property, left a lasting impression on guests.

Wedding Planning Advice From the Couple

When asked what advice they would give other couples, Caroline and Gregory shared one surprisingly practical tip: “Find someone close to you who just got married and use their address spreadsheet so you don’t have to track everyone down.”