Your wedding day is a special occasion that signifies the commitment to a lifelong bond between two individuals. Thus, the ceremony and reception should also represent this. With proper planning, you can turn this momentous occasion into a fun and unforgettable experience for all the people involved.
A wedding ceremony usually consists of two parts; where the bride and groom exchange vows, and a reception that can be a sit-down meal or a straightforward cocktail party. All these factors and smaller essential details are down to the preference of the newlyweds. However, you can tweak them to ensure you get the best experience on your big day. How does your wedding style influence all these things?
Your wedding style choice will determine the theme of your wedding, as well as the level of creative freedom. However, this does not mean that different wedding styles come with limitations. It is important to understand the aspects that work together so that you can use them to your best advantage.
To plan your dream wedding, you should consider working with seasoned professionals such as Color Pop Events. A wedding planner will help you choose the best style and theme for you, as well as accommodate all your alterations. Consider the wedding styles below:
- Classic Wedding
Also referred to as a traditional wedding, this is a very formal wedding style that includes a reception with a sit-down meal of up to three courses. In most cases, this type of wedding happens in a church, with formal celebrations coming after the ceremony. The bride is styled in a white ball gown-like wedding dress, while the groom wears the standard black tuxedo. The bridal party includes groomsmen, bridesmaids, flower girls, ushers, page boys, and a ring bearer.
After the ceremony, the formal celebrations follow. These include speeches, cutting of the cake, professional wedding photographs, first dances, among others. Most classic weddings follow this framework, but it is not rigid. There will be slight changes depending on your culture, religion, or family history.
- Rustic Wedding
A rustic wedding embodies the simplicity and homely feel of the countryside and the outdoors. This theme references country life and is represented using elements such as metal, timber, and asymmetrical flower bouquets. Depending on the inclination of the couple, the bridal party can be large or small, or there can be none at all.
For rustic weddings, the ceremony and the reception are held in the same location. They work well on properties that have vineyards, sheds, or barns. You can also go outdoors under a tree or marquee. Because of the theme, you have more leeway with the features you want to add. A rustic wedding is usually more laid back and relaxed.
- Beach Wedding
In this setting, the dress requirements for the guests are not that formal. There are even situations where the couple and their bridal party opt to forgo traditional wedding attire. The wedding ceremony is conducted on the waterfront and the reception at a nearby designated location. The reception can be either a cocktail affair or a sit-down
The couple may choose to have a small, intimate gathering of friends and family, or invite as many guests as they want. There may be little to no formalities at a beach wedding.
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