Fall Wedding Magic: DIY September Weddings with Rich, Romantic Hues

Planning a September wedding is such a special opportunity to capture the colors and charm of early autumn. To make your celebration stand out, let’s spotlight English lavender—your key ingredient for fragrance and elegance—woven together with a gorgeous palette of burgundy, peach, lavender, bronze, and warm brown tones. This harmony of colors and textures sets the mood for a cozy, inviting, and truly unforgettable day. Imagine arrangements brimming with English lavender, lavender and peach roses, brown lisianthus, chocolate lace, burgundy ranunculus, allium, burgundy snapdragons, along with dramatic drapes of bronze or red amaranthus and eye-catching bronze craspedia. Not only does English lavender unify the look, but its calming scent effortlessly enhances every element of your DIY florals.

Whether you’re looking to give your personal touch, stretch your budget, or fill your day with subtle, memorable scents, the addition of English lavender makes your arrangements truly unique—and wonderfully welcoming. We’ll show you how to highlight this versatile bloom throughout your wedding, making it the star of bouquets, boutonnieres, centerpieces, and more.

Here’s what you’ll find in this guide:

• Why this color palette—anchored by English lavender—captures September’s magic so beautifully.

• Easy DIY ideas for centerpieces, featuring English lavender.

• Inspiration for mixing these flowers with classic fall textures for a harmonious look.

Why Choose This Autumn Palette (and English Lavender!)?

Burgundy, peach, lavender, bronze, and brown come together in such a special way for fall—and with English lavender in the mix, you bring gentle color, delicate texture, and a soothing, nostalgic fragrance that guests will remember long after your celebration. The deep burgundy invokes warmth and romance, peach adds a glow and softness, bronze gives an earthy, sun-lit accent, and brown roots every arrangement in a cozy autumn spirit. English lavender, both bold and delicate, ties these tones together and gives your florals a signature aromatic touch.

When you blend English lavender with blooms like burgundy ranunculus and snapdragons, peach and lavender roses, brown lisianthus, bronze or red amaranthus, bronze craspedia, and soft chocolate lace, you get layers of color, texture, and scent. These combinations work for any wedding style—think rustic barn, vintage garden, or elegant estate. Place English lavender front and center on tables, tuck sprigs into bouquets, or scatter it throughout accents for a charming, cohesive look and a relaxing ambiance that makes guests feel right at home.

Lavender Toss: A Beautiful Send-Off

Imagine your ceremony ending with friends and family showering you in a cloud of fragrant English lavender as you make your grand exit. Using English lavender for the toss is not only eco-friendly, but it also fills the air with a gentle, soothing scent—far more meaningful and memorable than traditional confetti.

How to Do It:

• Prepare small pouches or cones filled with dried English lavender buds for guests. Kraft paper, lace, or fabric cones work well and look charming when arranged in baskets by the ceremony entrance.

• Add a simple sign inviting guests to "Toss the Lavender with Love" as you walk down the aisle together.

• You can even personalize the packaging to match your color palette, creating another small detail that ties back to your floral theme.

This tradition adds a celebratory moment and the soft scent of lavender to your ceremony, creating a magical, joy-filled send-off that everyone will remember.

Centerpieces and Decor: Cozy Up Your Reception with Lavender Accents

Bring your color palette and signature lavender scent to your tables and decor—English lavender shines when mixed with these seasonal elements.

Lush Floral Centerpieces

Add touches of  English lavender as a thread that unifies centerpieces and brings fragrance to the festivities.

What You’ll Need:

• Stems of English lavender to scatter throughout

• Lavender and peach roses

• Burgundy ranunculus and snapdragons

• Peach dahlias

• Brown lisianthus and chocolate lace

• Amethyst hues allium

• Bronze or red amaranthus (for trailing movement)

• Bronze cymbidium orchids

• Bronze craspedia

• Vessels (footed bowls, rustic jars, vintage vases)

Step-by-Step Guide:

1. Add roses, dahlias and ranunculus as focal points.

2. Layer snapdragons and allium for motion and vertical texture.

3. Weave in amaranthus for a soft trailing effect.

4. Dot with bronze craspedia, lisianthus and cymbidium orchids for balance and fun.

5. Add chocolate lace for the perfect filler flower. 

6. Finish with English lavender stems giving a light, beautiful scent and airy feel.

Design by WildFlora

Lavender Napkin Embellishments

Add a personal, fragrant touch at each guest's place setting by embellishing napkins with English lavender. Simply tuck a sprig or two of the lavender into a neatly folded napkin, then tie it all together with a piece of soft twine or a ribbon that matches your wedding palette. Not only does this create an elegant and cohesive table look, but the gentle scent of lavender will welcome your guests as they take their seats—inviting them to relax and savor every moment of your celebration.

Thoughtful Wedding Favors

Let guests take a bit of your wedding magic home! English lavender makes every wedding favor special—fragrant, lovely, and practical.

Mini Lavender Bouquets

Create bundles of dried English lavender tied with ribbon or twine and a personal tag. They look beautiful, smell wonderful, and make a sweet memento.

Lavender Sachets

Fill sachets with dried English lavender buds and petals in your floral colors—for a favor guests can cherish as a drawer freshener or calming keepsake.

By weaving English lavender as a starring ingredient alongside bronze or red amaranthus and bronze craspedia in every bouquet, centerpiece, boutonniere, and favor, you fill your wedding day with soothing fragrance, welcoming color, and unforgettable handmade touches. English lavender truly brings your autumn wedding palette together—inviting everyone to experience the beauty, comfort, and warmth of the season. Enjoy arranging, mixing, and creating—you’re not just decorating, you’re setting the scene for meaningful memories that will last a lifetime.