10 Tips to Help Your Wedding Become the Event of the Year

Your wedding should be one of the most memorable days of your life, and although it’s natural to get carried away with all the planning, there are some definite things you can do to make it memorable. The following 10 tips should help you plan a wedding of the year.

1. Be Creative With the Venue

Rather than following the usual wedding venue trends and having a traditional wedding, be innovative and choose somewhere a little different. A vintage or heritage building is ideal, especially if they are personal to your family. 

However, if you don’t want this, there is nothing wrong with taking your inspiration from somewhere else as long as it still has meaning for you. A great example would be choosing a tropical destination wedding like Hawaii or the Caribbean.

2. Hire a Band

Yes, it’s cliché that a band is one of the essential elements of a wedding, but it’s an undeniable fact. When you hire a band for your wedding, you’ll have excellent live music throughout the reception. 

Ask around and check out their reputation, as not all bands are equal. Also, it’s always better to go for one that plays music for more than just dancing because, in this case, more songs will be played than if you go for something that only does dancing hits.

3. Get Customized Stationery

Luxury stationery is another essential in any wedding. Instead of going for something standard, get a personalized set with your names and wedding details. This will make for a fantastic keepsake and have people raving about your unique choice. 

If you need some ideas, ask the stationer to design personalized stamps to go along with the rest of your custom stationery.

4. Create the Right Atmosphere

Whether you desire a modern or traditional style for the wedding, you need to create the ideal atmosphere. Use candles, flowers, and other decorations to create a dreamy effect. If you want some ideas on how to do this, check out websites with tips on styling weddings. They will help give you inspiration and ideas for practical things you can use during your big day.

5. Get a Standing Out Cake

Though cakes have become a traditional element of weddings, you can still have fun with yours. For example, if you’re having a wedding with a winter theme, get a cake that symbolizes a special memory during such a period.

6. Make Your Reception Special

When the guests arrive at the venue, the first thing they will see is your beautiful reception room, and there’s no better way to make this special than with some creative ideas. Use string lights hanging down from the ceiling to create an atmosphere of luxury. 

Also, why not go for unusual decorations such as paper-mâché creatures or ‘Gaudi’ inspired decorations?

7. Break the Ice

Avoid guests arriving in groups on your day, so split them up. Have a little ‘icebreaker’ to get everyone talking and relaxed before they are all together again. The best way to do this is by having a welcome drink so everyone can relax and be familiar with the venue. Also, ensure you extraordinarily end the evening.

8. Get Your Food Right

You don’t need to spend loads of money on fabulous food. Get the right caterers to prepare affordable but unique meals. You can also create exciting items for your table and explain to people what they are if they’re unfamiliar with such foods as risotto, jambalaya, or truffle risotto.

9. Choose Your Dress Carefully

While bridal dresses are the essential fashion element of the wedding, there are other things you can do to make your dress stand out. Consider a cheongsam or simple white trouser suit if you want something completely different. Remember to find something that goes with your personality.

10. Plan a Catchy Surprise for Your Partner

The best wedding will not be the same without a special surprise for your partner. You may get a unique wooden box and fill it with little items like your engagement ring, a photo of the two of you, a wedding invitation, or a 3D of the date you first met. 

Such kinds of surprises can make the day extra memorable. You may also ask your spouse’s family for more exciting ideas for a beautiful surprise, such as childhood memories. 

Bottom Line

It will not be easy to plan the perfect wedding, but with these tips to guide you, you can plan the wedding of a lifetime.