The options to having a non-traditional wedding these days are quite vast. Have you considered having a wedding ceremony that is not the normal expected? For those that are seeking an alternative type of celebration, here are a few ideas and locations that you may not have previously considered for your big day.
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Whether your are the bride, groom or parent of the bride or groom, make sure you speak to everyone who attends the wedding reception. Stop by every table and make sure to greet everyone. This will help make everyone feel welcome and let them know you are glad they came.
Even though many pre-wedding traditions are focused around the bride, be sure to include some for the groom. He plays a pretty important part to the day and you are going to want to have some photos done of the time that he and his groomsmen get ready for the big day.
Choose a nice theme for your wedding that you like. There can easily be many disagreements between wedding participants about a theme that is a hit with everyone, but remember that this is your day. You should enjoy it as one of the most important events of your life and consider a theme that is meaningful to both, you and your groom or bride.
When giving a wedding toast, keep it short simple and sweet. There will be many people who do not know who you are, and will be uninterested in what you have to say if you are giving a long winded speech. Also, if you are going to tell a funny story, do not pick one that will embarrass the bride or groom. Remember, it is their special day.
Have a ceremonies master. This person will make sure that things are running according to schedule and that everything that needs to be done is being done. This job traditionally falls to the Best Man and the Maid of Honor, but anyone who is responsible can help so that the bride and groom aren’t burdened with technicalities on their celebration day.
Rent your wedding tuxedos as a group. Many shops will offer a quantity discount if your wedding party handles their rentals in this way. Try to use the same design of tuxedo for everyone, and just alter the bow tie if you want the groom to look different.
If you are the groom, make sure your tuxedo fits perfectly. Get the opinions of others before you decide on the tuxedo of your choice. Remember pictures will be taken at your wedding, you want to look and be remembered looking your best.
Brides should learn to make decisions right along with the groom during the planning of the wedding. This will give you great practice as a couple learning to make decisions together. Even if the groom (or bride) says they do not want to help plan, ask for their opinions anyhow. You will be glad you did.
The tips above will, hopefully, inspire your imagination into the alternatives that are available to you. The vows you are about to exchange with your spouse-to-be, are the most important aspect of the day with the rest just being window dressing. In saying that, your day will undoubtedly, be the most magical it can be.
