Every girl’s wedding day is special, but for a truly brilliant wedding to stand out from the rest, you need those extra special touches and something a bit out of the ordinary. Discover what tips, themes and ideas you could use and plan the most brilliant wedding imaginable…
Brilliant Bombonieres
The classic guest favour is a pretty little pouch of delicious sugared almonds but if you fancy spicing things up a bit, present your guests with something out of the ordinary that they just weren’t expecting.
With Love - If you have the time and inclination, why not write all your guests a personal handwritten note thanking them for sharing your day. Everyone will have a special individual envelope to open when they sit down and they can double as name-cards too.
Feeling Lucky? – Buy each guest a Lotto scratch card and see who’ll share their winnings with you!
Keep Cool - Bride and groom personalised stubby holders can be a fun way to make sure the drinks stay chilled all night and it’s a cool reminder of your day.
Eastern Delight - Fortune cookies can be a good talking point for guests, particularly if they are meeting for the first time.
A Bit Fruity - If you, a friend or relative knows a good chutney or jam recipe, have
a day in the kitchen together cooking up a tasty batch and decant into mini jars. You could design your own label too.
Pop! A miniature bottle of champagne and a brightly coloured curly straw is a crazy way for your guests to toast to the speeches.
Scentsational!
For the most brilliant of all ideas - scented weddings! The latest craze currently sweeping the elite in the US is scent machines that expel fragrances into the air. Rooms of up to 2,000 sq ft can be transformed by these designer scents. Choose from numerous ‘flavours’ from chocolate cake to champagne or floral bouquets! ‘Scenting’ is fast becoming as important as choosing the wedding cake!
Communicate Brilliantly
You want your wedding stationery to reflect you and your fiancé’s style, to be a fitting prelude to your wedding day. Think creatively. Think invitations, menus, order of service, thank you cards, place names…
Lights, Camera, Action - Consider making a movie invitation. Hire a professional Sound and Vision team or enlist the help of some camera-handy friends and mail out your DVD invitation for a definite wow-factor.
Bottle It - Create a classic message in a bottle. Roll up your invitations and slot them into little bottles, then arrange to have these safely couriered to your guests. Especially lovely for a beach wedding.
Good Enough to Eat - Menus are often glossed over or produced by the venue or wedding co-ordinator. Try something different and have them printed on delicious rice paper or slabs of chocolate. That way your guests can enjoy the entire menu!
Sing for your Supper - Buck the trend and lose the paper version; have an MC sing the menu to your guests! A truly original start to the meal.
Who’s Who - Place cards need not be the simple tented card variety. Try writing or printing names on pebbles, napkins or even pens.
With Thanks - Personalised handwritten thank you cards are a lovely touch and are always appreciated. Be sure to keep a detailed list of who gave which gifts as they arrive, it’ll make your ‘thank you’ task a lot easier.
Brilliant Location, Location, Location…
What better way to celebrate your love for one another than by tying the knot in a memorable destination. Be it close to home or overseas there are countless places to get married that are just that little bit out of the ordinary;
Rottnest Island - has a sweet little chapel with whitewashed walls and stained glass windows, if you fancy being an island bride.
Under the Trees - Forest weddings are perfect if you are the outdoorsy type and love the idea of beautiful leaves underfoot and the back-to-nature feel. There are several locations in the Margaret River area that have licenses to perform ceremonies in wooded areas.
Uluru - Slip off your shoes, feel the sand between your toes and enjoy your own private sand dune wedding near the outback resort.
Under water - Jet off to Bali and have your vows, ring exchange and first kiss, all underwater! No diving experience necessary. Soggy confetti though!
Romance in a Castle - Go exclusive like Madonna and hire a picturesque castle in the Highlands of Scotland (kilts optional).
Fairytale - In front of a Cinderella castle or under a fireworks display, Disneyland Florida offers incredible wedding packages for you and your Prince Charming.
Brilliance on top: Headwear
Deciding how to wear your hair for your wedding day can be tricky, but with the right accessories you can be sure to look amazing;
Sparkle - There’s nothing like a beautiful tiara to compliment your look.
Mad as a Hatter - Why should it just be the guests who have all the fun? If you are a ‘hat person’ then discuss options with your milliner.
Feathers - Fascinators are fast becoming the popular choice for brides. These can be particularly great for shorter hair styles.
Flower Power - Fresh or silk flowers worked into your hairstyle add a feminine touch.
Pin Up - Hair jewellery is a subtle way to add a little pizzazz.
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