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We woke up to snow this morning and while conceding to its beauty, I am ready for Easter and springtime... Spring is about color, new growth, opportunities and certainly weddings. Congratulations if you're newly engaged and beginning to plan for your wedding. Where to start...Some brides believe that a themed-wedding is easiest and least expensive to plan because so many elements of it can be coordinated. If the idea of a theme wedding (1920's, Medieval, etc.) sounds like it might be right up your alley, the following suggestions will help you get started.
1. Make an inspiration board of all things related to your theme i.e. colors, textures, table settings, lighting, food…
2. Coordinate your stationery beginning with your Save the Date all the way through to your table Favor and Thank You Card.
3. If you want your guests to partake in the theme, inform them by way of your Save the Date, wedding website or word of mouth.
4. Have a back up plan if your ceremony or reception is being held outdoors. Is there shelter nearby in the event of rain...?
4. Have a back up plan if your ceremony or reception is being held outdoors. Is there shelter nearby in the event of rain...?
5. Review your venues for safety and accessibility i.e. special needs, bathroom availability. (If it’s held in a park, is it safe for children to roam?)
6. Ask your vendors for ideas in their areas of expertise. They are very resourceful.
6. Ask your vendors for ideas in their areas of expertise. They are very resourceful.
7. Incorporate a theme song during the processional and recessional.
8. Meal style and menu choices could be based on theme.
9. Incorporate fun, theme-based accessories for the groomsmen to wear i.e. cummerbunds, ties.
10. Suit your decorations to the theme.
What kind of theme weddings have you been to? Our designer Lindsay, had an Americana theme wedding. Lots of fun!
Photos: top left, right: Distinctive Images by Jason
