The Citizen, 2010-03-04, Page 19THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, MARCH 4, 2010. PAGE 19.
Fairy tale wedding or modern
twist?
Many brides- and grooms-to-be
have been thinking about their ideal
wedding for years. Some may have
strong ideas about wedding ideas,
complete with scrapbooks featuring
colour schemes and wardrobe
choices.
Themed weddings have grown in
popularity as couples want to do
what they can to set their event apart
from the scores of other weddings
guests have attended. The key to
themed weddings is to create a
balance between tradition and
elements that tie into the theme.
This way the wedding is classy
instead of over-the-top ... unless,
however, over-the-top is what’s
desired.
* Decide on your theme: Develop
a clear idea of what you’d like the
theme to be. Themes can range from
tie-ins to seasons to specific
interests, such as sports or hobbies,
to a particular colour scheme. Once
you have a firm concept of your
theme, you can plan and shop
around it. For the purpose of
illustration, let’s use a winter theme
as an example.
* Introduce your theme with
stationery: Your save-the-date cards
or wedding invitations will present
the theme to your guests, and could
be the building block for the entire
wedding. A winter-themed wedding
may feature a whimsical font of
swirly patterned type evoking the
feel of winter wind. Delicate polka-
dots could hint at falling snow.
Avoid snowmen and ski boots.
* Keep it simple: A winter theme
may be achieved simply with colour.
Draperies, flowers, seat covers, table
linens, etc. in a frosty blue, silver or
white will touch upon the feel of
winter. There’s no need to clutter up
the space with nicknacks that make
the theme overwhelming.
Remember, you want the event to
still be traditional, with touches of
the theme throughout.
* Choose an accent: There may be
one concept of your theme that
you’d like to build upon, such as
snowflakes. However, instead of
paper snowflakes hanging from the
ceiling, which would be more
reminiscent of a classroom instead
of a reception room, think about
other subtle ways to incorporate the
accent. Delicate doilies under the
china could hint at snowflakes.
Italian pizzelle cookies dusted with
powdered sugar look like snowflakes
and are very tasty. Instead of Jordan
almonds in favours, use large
nonpareils. Ask the venue to create a
signature cocktail that’s white and
frosty.
Rely on flowers and lighting:
Flowers, foliage and other natural
accents can add a special touch to
your wedding. Nature provides so
Performed by your
Local Commissioners
*Location and Time Of Your Choice”
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For information:
Huron-Kinloss Township Office 519-395-3735
www.huronkinloss.com
Themed Weddings: Your Choice - Campy or Creative?
Campy or creative
Subtle, cohesive touches
can impart a themed feel to
a wedding without being
over the top. (MS photo)
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