The traditional element of weddings can be nice, but you absolutely don’t have to let tradition dictate your big day if you don’t want to! For a lot of couples, the bigger issue isn’t tradition itself but it’s more like feeling like the standard wedding format doesn’t really reflect who they are as people. If you want to do things differently and add some personality don’t be afraid to do so, especially if it helps the day feel more natural and less like you’re following a template. Here are a few fun ways you can go about it.
Choose colors that suit your space and season
Wedding colors are often pretty pastels, and while they’re all beautiful if you want to do things differently, picking a different type of color is one way to go about it. Instead of choosing colors in isolation, think about your venue, the season and the overall mood you want the day to have. How about monochrome like black or charcoal bridesmaids dresses that can look ultra elegant next to your white dress. You could go with a bold color like red or orange which would work well for autumn and winter or you could even go with a rainbow scheme and include lots of colors . Deep, earthy tones can work well in rustic or outdoor settings, while crisp neutrals can suit modern spaces better. Don’t feel limited by color, you can buy accessories, bridesmaids dresses and just about everything else in any color these days and it’s a great way to add that bit more personality.
Rethink your flowers
Flowers are important to many people and are something that make a wedding look gorgeous, but they can be really expensive. If you want to do something different, how about using balloons instead? Another option is to use mainly foliage and then just add a few flowers which can give a more unique look and will cost you less as well. Dried flowers, grasses and textured greenery can also last longer than fresh blooms and can be reused around your venue throughout the day. You could even collect your own foliage and put together the garlands and table decorations with the help of online tutorials if you wanted, or buy faux flowers and DIY them. The good thing about that is you can sell them after your wedding and recoup some costs. Lots of brides to be on Facebook groups buy these sorts of things so there is a market/ for it.
Wear something that feels like you
Wedding dresses don’t need to be white or ivory. If you’re a bold person you could choose a bold color, or you could go with more unique design. If you’re a woman who prefers to wear trousers or even a tux then you do you- just make sure whatever you choose is something you can comfortably move, sit and dance in for a full day.
Let your background and culture shape the theme
Themes don’t have to mean novelty props or dressing your guests up, they can be super meaningful and add a real sense of ‘you’ into your wedding. If you or your partner are part of a particular culture, incorporating traditions (like colors, clothing or rituals from that background) can make the day feel more personal and meaningful. For example if you’re Scottish or have Scottish heritage for example, wearing a kilt and sporran can be a great way to honor that background while still putting your own stamp on your outfit. Choose elements that genuinely mean something to you rather than adding things just because they look good in photos.
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