Weddings are one of the most complex social events you can plan, whether the wedding is for yourself or someone else. To help you make confident decisions as you confront the many options, here are a selection of tips and suggestions for creating a beautiful and memorable occasion.
Try to make your wedding day more personal by using elements that symbolize you and your future spouse’s relationship and personalities. Select a theme that represents the time that you have spent with each other.
Don’t use a ton of flowers on the tables that guests will be sitting at during your wedding reception. Oftentimes, those flowers are simply in the way for your wedding attendees. Also, you must consider that a guest may be allergic to the flowers. You might consider placing non-scented candles in the middle of the table for an understated, romantic look.
Brides who want to sparkle might like to add some flashy stones to their bouquet, including rhinestones, Swarovski crystals, and even diamonds. You can create this look by using adhesive to affix crystals, a beloved heirloom or costume jewelry to the bouquet. Consistency is important in regards to stone sizes, cuts and the colors that sparkle, as all this needs to coordinate with your overall ensemble.
This person should be able to tote around all of your things for you. A family member or a close friend will be able to gather families together for group photographs.
If you are having a destination wedding, surprise your guests with a basket chock full of goodies delivered to their hotel room. Have items in them like disposable cameras, hats, sunglasses and tourist maps of the exciting places that they can visit. Also make sure you include a local restaurant guide that makes it simple for them to grab a bite to eat.
When you are planning your reception set the time for the afternoon hours. People consume less alcohol during daylight hours, and this can lower your bar tab. Having your wedding during the midday can also cut food costs and even get you a discount for booking during the day.
Table Seating
When planning table seating arrangements, try to assign your guests so that there are an even number at each table. Another thing to consider when arranging your table seating is the age of the people at the table. Try to group the same aged people at each table.
Give your guests an online list of events, including out-of-time attendees, so that they would be aware of the events they could attend. Inform people of events, like rehearsals, that they are required to attend, so they will be where they are supposed to be at the scheduled time.
If you have a large wedding cake decorated in brightly colored icing that has its own stand, consider placing the stand on some color-coordinated fabric to create a stunning focal piece. A pretty tablecloth made of textured fabric, velvet, shiny satin or a lace that matches the wedding dress are all nice choices.
If you decide to give a wedding speech, be sure to plan and practice sufficiently. If you don’t get all the practice you need, it’s easy to forget what you want to say, make a misstep, or leave the audience bored.
Take the time to plan all aspects of your wedding, including food, seating, schedules and who is responsible for overseeing each of these, so there won’t be unpleasant surprises. You want to make sure that your wedding is enjoyable for everyone who has agreed to take part in your special day.
Flowers that are in season where you live are unlikely to be available, or easy to find in wedding destination locations. Speak with people who are in the area where your wedding is located to find out what blooms are available to you.
With the information you learned here, you now have an understanding of the basics involved in wedding planning and hosting. Take this advice as you prepare to create a wedding with a very personal flair. Taking all the hassle and stress out of this special day will help create the ultimate experience for the bride and groom.