Fairytale Wedding

I was consulting a bride the other day who will create a fairy tale wedding theme for her big day.  She had many questions on how to coordinate accessories, decorations and favors to the theme without “overdoing it”.

Her dream fairy tale wedding theme would incorporate pieces of the Cinderella romance without relating to Disney’s version of the story and without having every wedding item scream Cinderella.  She fell in love with coach centerpieces created from silver metal that she had found, now she just needed help coordinating items such as cake tops, accessories and wedding favors.

When it comes to planning any theme wedding the answers to a few basic questions are often all you need.  Most brides know what they ultimately want.  What colors do you want?  What type of favors do you want to give – practical, whimsical, useful, elegant, etc.  Do you want a lavish cake and decorations?  Or something simple?

I suggested subtle ideas to my bride for her wedding, because she wanted a touch of fairy tale romance but not a full-fledged Cinderella themed event.

If you’re looking for unique unity ceremony presentation pieces that are truly personal, then why not make your own unity set?  Use cylinder vases or even square vases that you may already have at home.  A floating candle in colored water or a votive candle in colored sand (that match your wedding colors) paired with two taper candles (for the lighting portion of the ceremony).

One of my favorite items that turns any ordinary vase into a vibrant, personal peice without the price tag are the wedding clings pictured here.  Not only do these clings dress up your wedding ceremony decorations, they also make remarkable reception table centerpieces!

What’s more romantic than holiday in Paris?  How about bringing Paris to your wedding day in the form of a finely detailed replica of the Eiffel Tower in silver?

Whether you have a specific wedding theme or any color theme, if you’re looking for unique wedding favors, these Eiffel Tower place Card holders might just be it!  Place your table numbers in these adorable towers and set in the center of your reception tables or use the provided place cards for guest’s name in a fanciful font.  Later, these lovely reminders of your romantic day will hold your guests’ photos.

If you are planning to get married, you may find it easier and less stressful if you first decide on a theme or motif. Everything from the wedding invitations to the bridesmaids’ gowns should center on that one theme. Your wedding will look organized and well thought out.

For instance, if you want a wine-and-roses themed wedding, you can give small wine bottles as wedding souvenirs, choose a wine-colored invitation, and have your reception decorated like a vineyard. Sometimes it can be difficult to find wedding accessories that fit into your theme in a store, but there is a wider selection online. Guests will definitely be awed and will remember how unique and creative your wedding was. Just don’t forget to send out your wedding invitations.

After deciding what type of unity ceremony to have at your wedding, you begin to search for the right style of unity candle and maybe a complimenting unity candle and tapers stand as well.  Did you think there would be so many options?

If you’re having trouble choosing your unity candle, finding a coordinating stand or matching the two with your wedding theme or ceremony decor, you are not alone!  I had seen an elegant set at a wedding I was at and thought that was exactly what I wanted for mine.  Well, I couldn’t find that set and I found myself just as in love with a more modern square shaped unity candle, which wouldn’t have fit in the candle stand I liked anyway!  Finally, I decided to browse the candles and stands with my church style and decor in mind.  It really helped a lot to be able to ask a specific question about my potential purchase every time that I saw a unity candle and set that I liked. “Will this set fit in with my ceremony surroundings?”

There is nothing more valuable to a bride then a good wedding planner.  Organized and detail oriented or the opposite, both types of brides-to-be will benefit from a good preparation checklist, to do list, day-of checklists and a budget planner.  This can be in the form of a book or a person! (Especially if you are not the do-it-yourself type, then you’ll want to contact a professional event planner.)

A good planner will walk you through every step of the planning process.  The plan won’t leave out any details, but won’t make you feel overwhelmed either.  Look for lists that include everything and don’t just generalize. (Even a person planner should have checklists and plans in writing!)  For instance, your budget shouldn’t say “wedding accessories” it should list them in their proper categories; unity candle and stand, guest book, aisle runner, flower girl baskets and ring bearer pillow, etc. under ceremony and wedding favors, cake topper and cake server sets for your reception, etc.

How many times have you heard, “it’s the small things”?  Well this expression can easily be applied to a wedding budget because it’s the “small things” or details of a wedding that will add up and before you know it – your budget is blown!

This is especially true of favors and wedding accessories such as your bridal garter, cake topper, flower girl baskets, ring bearer pillow and/or wedding guest book.  Because these items are often purchased closer to the big day, it’s easy to forget to budget or to under-budget what these items will cost you.  Now these items are of more importance to some brides then others, but keep in mind that each one of these accessories range in price and start at about 25.00 each.  So even if you wait to purchase these items until closer to your day, be sure to budget between 150 to 500.00 up front.

A fun favor that’s sure to be remembered, and better yet, enjoyed at home! That’s the real bonus of these ”Razzle Dazzle” iced tea mix wedding favors.  Perfect for that outdoor, spring or summer event or any time for tea lovers!

These wedding favors have it all; vibrant color packaging, the ability to be personalized and of course the exhilarating gift of raspberry iced tea to be enjoyed by your guests at their leisure.  These favors are available in all-inclusive kits, so their not only delightful but simple as well!

There is no more awesome concept this season then dressing up the white gown with just a touch of color!  From the wedding day pumps to the bridal garter or purse; any color is invited to attend.

The best part about these wedding accessories is there not just for the bold brides who want to make a statement as they walk down the aisle.  Pretty pastels and soft blushes make their own debut for brides who want to stand with a simple peice or two, but in a more modest, “traditional” way.

Elegant, simple and DIY? You betcha!  These do it yourself centerpieces are made up of glass and candles, both fitting in perfectly with any elegant wedding celebration.  The best part about these wedding decorations (besides the do-it-yourself part!) is that they don’t cost a small fortune!

Pillar candles, floating candles or hollow wax candles – take your pick and then pair them with shallow, footed glass bowls, square or cylinder vases.  You can’t go wrong with candles, available in all shapes, sizes, colors and styles!  Choose shapes (Butterflies? Diamonds? Hearts? Roses?) and/or colors that match your wedding decorations.

Though there are fillers like stone, sand or marbles, nothing is more simple then simply filling a clear bowl or cyclinder halfway with water, placing floating candles and maybe a few flower petals inside the bowl and around the container on the reception table.  Light the candles before your reception and you’ve got yourself the most inexpensive, quick and simple, DIY centerpieces!