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Fairy Tale Theme Wedding
The fairy tale theme wedding is one of the most popular, and
for good reason. What bride doesn't want to look and feel like
a fairy tale princess on their most special day? There are
certainly plenty of ways to incorporate this theme into your
wedding ceremony and reception. Here are some ideas to get
your creativity flowing and jumpstart your fairy tale wedding
plans:
Location
If you're lucky enough to live close enough to a castle to
hold your wedding and reception there, by all means do so.
There are castles around the world which can be booked for
weddings and receptions. Even the Magic Kingdom at Disneyland
makes a great setting for a fairy tale wedding. If you don't
have access to a castle, you can certainly decorate most any
location to resemble something out of your favorite fairy
tale.
Invitations
Invitations should feature fairy tale elements like carriages,
castles and magic wands. If you are designing your wedding and
reception after a particular fairy tale, like Cinderella or
Beauty and the Beast, use images that relate to the story on
your invitations. Today's stationery companies can help you
create custom invites that coordinate perfectly with your
chosen colors and your theme.
Apparel
When choosing your bridal gown, go for full out glamour. Think
fitted bodices, full skirts and lots of ornamental beading and
lace. If you're doing a Cinderella theme, don't forget the
glass slippers! If your theme is medieval in nature, choose an
empire waist gown and Juliet cap. Disney recently unveiled
their collection of fairy tale princess wedding gowns,
inspired by princesses Ariel, Jasmine, Belle and Cinderella.
For the rest of your bridal party, choose romantic apparel
which matches your color scheme. A fun idea is to outfit your
flower girl in a floaty dress and a pair of fairy wings.
Decorations
Sparkling ice sculptures are perfect centerpieces for the
fairy tale wedding theme. Go for carvings of fairy tale
castles, or choose representations from your favorite fairy
tale. If you live in a warm climate or just don't want to do
ice sculptures, crystal or glass sculptures are just as
beautiful and last longer. Make sure to include lots of
balloons and streamers in your chosen colors, and don't skimp
on the flowers. Most fairy tale weddings keep colors light and
romantic, but if you're doing a more gothic fairy tale theme
red or dark purple roses look incredible.
Menu
For the menu, think royal luxury. Champagne and sparkling
cider, truffles, caviar, filet mignon and smoke salmon are
perfect menu items. Appetizing trays of gourmet cheeses,
fruits, vegetables and chocolates make perfect hors hors
d'oeuvres. Your wedding cake should be spectacular, and
feature beautiful frosted details and a sparkling cake topper.
The fairy tale castle is a popular cake topper for this theme.
Many caterers can design a creative and delicious menu around
your theme, so be sure to ask!
Favors
There are all kinds of favors you can give your guests. Tiny
castle figurines made from pewter or crystal are a cute
choice. Bundles of birdseed to be thrown at the couple or
bottles of blowing bubbles are fun. Candy is always a popular
wedding favor as well. Present guests with miniature boxes of
gourmet chocolates or pretty mints wrapped in colorful tulle
or lace, secured with a matching ribbon.
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