Do those two terms seem contradictory?
At one time they may have, but more and more
couples are looking for ways to place their personal stamp on their wedding
plans.
The term “unique” is heard more
and more as brides search for ways to make their weddings memorable for them
and their guests.
- Consider replacing the traditional bachelor or
bachelorette party with a get together that combines both events. Consider a hike, beach party, bike ride,
cook-out, softball game or evening out at a skating rink or bowling alley.
- Rather than hold the rehearsal dinner at a typical
restaurant’s party room, book an art museum, a university facility, a park or a
historical building to serve as a special setting for your event.
- Supplement your florist’s handiwork and create
reception decor with native wild flowers, leaves, twigs, fruits and herbs from
a local grower or farmer’s market.
- Some brides have decided to let their
bridesmaids select their own gowns based on a color scheme and degree of
formality. This works well when you
admire their taste in clothes. It is
wise to set some guidelines – degree of coverage desired, tailored or fluffy,
plain or elaborate, length etc. But
within those parameters, maids can choose their own wearable outfits. Many bridal salons have several designers who
can work to truly individualize a bridesmaid’s gown within the “look” of the
wedding.
- If you have a unique reception venue chosen,
consider hiring a local chef you admire or a culinary school to put a special
spin on your reception menu. Think about
including family food traditions that may be important to both the bride and
groom. If you can’t afford a sit down
dinner, there is nothing wrong with having a desert reception or a small plate
limited cocktail reception and wedding cake.
Truly a great post on Contemporary vs. Traditional Weddings. I personally like traditional church weddings followed by a reception party. By the end of this year we will have a traditional wedding at one of most beautiful Los Angeles wedding venues in a shabby chic style.
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