Every girl deserves no less than the best on her big day, right? Well, what’s better than gold? If you’ve long dreamed of an elegant, beautiful and luxurious wedding, fill your nuptials with the rich and dynamic hues of this precious metal. Your guests will love the touch of luxury you’ve given the proceedings, and you’ll have the chance to feel just like a princess for a day.

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Remember – when embracing this theme, your gown doesn’t have to be white. In fact, you can add a dash of golden flair to it rather easily, much to the pleasant surprise of all who lay their eyes on you. Golden snowflake earrings will also be a nice touch if your nuptials happen to be in the wintertime, and you’ll have no problem finding elegant shoes to match the rest of the outfit.

At the reception, serve coffee and tea in elegant cups with gold floral patterns. Directing your guests to their seats with wedding bell placecard holders is a nice way to add a little extra touch to the proceedings. When all’s said and done, party attendees will walk away convinced that your marital shindig was an absolutely stunning affair.

Christmas is a wonderful time for a wedding – not only is it naturally a time for celebration, but the classic aesthetic makes for perfect décor! What’s more pleasant than delightful reds and greens against the gentle white backdrop of freshly fallen snow? If Christmas has long been one of your favorite holidays, it may just be the perfect season to tie the knot as well.

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Deep red and white look especially nice with one another, so don’t be afraid to take a chance on these hues. Your bridesmaids will love wearing gorgeous rouge gowns, which will make a nice complement to your white dress – particularly if your bridal bouquet features radiant red roses.

At the reception, get everyone into the spirit of the occasion by hanging delightful beaded snowflake ornaments! They’ll bolster your holiday aesthetic and bring back fond memories of snow falling on Christmas morning. Toss in a few dashes of green here and there to keep things interesting and you’ll be good to go. You can even coordinate your first dance to one of your favorite holiday tunes.

Say “hola” to a south of the border wedding!

Your wedding should be a time of warmth and celebration. After all, it’s one of the biggest days of your life, and you want everyone to know how excited you are! If you’re trying to come up with a great theme for your nuptials, why not look south of the border? Ditch the cold winter and plan your wedding abroad. Your guests will enjoy the rich color palette, the vibrant culture, and the great outdoors.

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It is the perfect destination wedding. You can have the ceremony in a beautiful old church and retire to the warm Mexican sun for the reception. A loose, flowing dress is definitely in order. Don’t be afraid to go for the gusto with this theme – use ornate flower arrangements filled with bright oranges and pinks and colored paper hand fans to double as favors and décor.

Your bridesmaids can also show off stunning deep purple dresses. And make sure to let them have a bit of wiggle room when choosing their shoes – it’ll add a bit of pizzazz to the proceedings and help them dance the night away in style.

There are those among us who can’t get enough flavor in our lives. If you happen to fall into that camp, why not think about throwing a citrus-inspired wedding? The bright, fresh color palette of lemons and oranges will help you forget the coldness of winter, and transport you to a place full of of warmth and happiness.

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This is a great theme if you’re looking for a youthful and cheery outdoor wedding. Your bridesmaids can deck themselves out in gorgeous yellow dresses and complement the look with a warm bouquet full of golden flowers. At the ceremony, the aisle can be lined with young orange trees. Instead of regular place card holders, why not stick nametags into fresh lemons?

Give your guests personalized wedding mint tins in delightful citrus flavors. This is a wonderful wedding theme full of color and zest, it’s no doubt they’ll want a little something to remember the occasion with.

Do you love the wintertime? Think rosy cheeks, steaming breath, and that satisfying crunch of boots stepping into the snow. Imagine a landscape of freshly-fallen powder with an endless blue sky – the most naturally elegant setting for a winter wonderland wedding during the most wonderful time of the year.

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To enhance your wonderland theme, consider scattering falling snow ornament place card holders to help guests find their seat. Decorate your tables with small pinecone arrangements or clusters of white flowers or snowy pomanders. If you’re feeling tenacious, you could even find a space to hold the reception that accommodates ice skating. Then treat your guests to a cup of hot cocoa. They’ll be filled with so much love and warmth it will last them all season long.

If you’ve recently become engaged, you might be trying to figure out your wedding’s theme. Perhaps it’s best to think back to what made you happy as a child! A rustic cabin wedding could be exactly what you’re looking for – it’s warm, familiar and naturally lends itself to a gorgeous aesthetic. Here are a few tips to make your nuptials a dream come true.

Mix earthy colors like deep greens and yellows with airy pastels to create a unique palette. Take advantage of simple, organic floral arrangements and hand out mini wooden birdhouses as favors. You can also have some small blankets available for guests who tend to get a little chilly – you’re going to be outside for quite some time, and you don’t want your aunt shivering through the exchanging of vows!

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You can fill the reception with rustic charm quite easily by bringing in some DIY flair. For instance, you can place table candles in small mason jars, hand-illustrate your invitations, or print your programs on craft paper pinched shut with clothes hangers. You can even mount a moose head on the wall for good measure. Your guests will love small details like these and will remember the event for years after it’s over.

While there’s certainly nothing wrong with a traditional wedding, some couples are looking for that extra bit of flair to make their special day that much more memorable. Believe it or not, you can take inspiration from a particular period of time without turning your nuptials into a costume party.

If you fancy yourself a history buff, a Medieval-inspired wedding is a beautiful and original way of coming together with your betrothed.

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Instead of sending out standard invitations, mail your guests scrolls decorated with fanciful script. This could also be a great chance to reconnect with a friend who knows calligraphy. And don’t be afraid to go for the gusto! Pair your dramatic wedding dress with an ornate hairpiece. Allow the colors to be emblematic of royalty and help you distinguish yourself on your big day.

The wedding table can be buffet-style, with you and your love sitting at the head. Clusters of candles and lavish flower displays in the middle will help set a romantic mood throughout. And don’t forget to direct your guests to their tables using fleur-de-lis place card holders – they’ll add an antique touch to the proceedings and are a great way to get your friends and family into the spirit of the occasion.

Planning your wedding can be a daunting task, but sometimes a more traditional approach can ease the burden on you and your fiancé. Perhaps you’re a bride who wants her nuptials to be beautiful without overdoing it. If so, you should note that a rose gold color scheme is elegantly feminine, yet understated – and may be right up your alley.

The natural, warm colors of a sunset work wonderfully with rose gold – imagine a golden rose petal corsage when the sun hits it just right. It’s sure to inspire awe in a few guests! And consider lending the colors to your wedding cake or spread of delicate desserts. Angel food cake with pink frosting fits into the theme perfectly.

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Rose gold wedding bands are popular right now, and for good reason. It’s unique color is unexpected and will look great on both you and your beau’s fingers.

Don’t forget the details. Golden beaded place card frames are a classy way to show your guests where they’ll be seated. Best of all, you can invite everyone to take their frame home. It’s perfect for small pictures of friends and family. What else could a wedding guest ask for in a favor?

And, as the chillier weather approaches and the beautiful foliage offers breathtaking scenery, you may want to consider a fall silhouette wedding to guide you through the event planning process.

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Embrace the outdoors and let your silhouette artist deliver classic drawings that will leave you and your guests mesmerized. Include a sketch of a fern for your napkins or showcase a portrait of the wedded couple on posters throughout the function hall. Don’t forget to emblazon your profiles on your invitations as well.

Why stop there? Consider serving cookies in the shape of gorgeous silhouettes and offering guests personalized mint tins featuring the image of a shadow leaf. Of course, don’t forget to ask the photographer to snap a photo of you and your groom standing nose-to-nose! Frame it once the affair is over and you’re bound to remember the special day fondly.

A daughter who dons her mother’s original veil for her walk down the aisle can truly encompass that vintage spirit. And no doubt a grandmother would feel blessed to pass down her engagement or wedding ring to the bride. Both of these customs represent a passing of the torch, so to speak, and may create an even stronger bond between the bride and her family.

Around the wedding venue, be sure to place wedding photos of the bride and groom’s parents and grandparents.  The more generations you can cover, the more dramatic the effect.  Black and white or sepia-toned photographs give an extra sense of history. Not only will these snapshots add to the overall décor, they work as great conversation pieces as well.

For favors, glass photo coasters featuring black and white engagement shots of the newly married duo fit the scene perfectly.  One day, your photos may grace the table at another vintage wedding.

For easy instructions on how to create these vintage photo coaster favors, and to see more favor ideas, visit our DIY Ideas Gallery.

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Thanks to the rustic feel of a farm, a setting such as this is both warm and inviting. The atmosphere needs no decoration, as Mother Nature herself ordained it. Sunsets are stunning at pumpkin patches. The horizon is usually in sight at these locales and photographs will likely turn out magnificent and memorable. In addition to the scenery, have your bridesmaids wear casual brown leather boots with their dresses to really give snapshots an out-of-the-ordinary yet autumnal feel.

Organizing pumpkins in a common area will work to liven up the environment and foster a warm feel for the ceremony. Also, don’t forget to place orange and pink blossom centerpieces on the tables and make use of a few haystacks as decorative accents.

Finally, consider offering fall-inspired food and beverages to really give your marital shindig a harvest feel (pumpkin-infused martinis, anyone?). While you’re at it, why not sneak in some mini holiday brownie favor pops to satisfy those taste buds? Aside from being festive and delicious, they’ll act as the finishing touches on such an unforgettable fall affair.

Having a dreamy, watercolor blue wedding can be a beautiful and memorable experience.  One way to bring this theme to life is by incorporating water elements to the decor.

Instead of floral arrangements, consider fishbowl centerpieces. The natural beauty of these displays will surely entertain your guests and serve as great conversation starters. Instead of breaking the bank on flowers, you may be able to save a bundle by purchasing scores of tiny aquatic creatures.

If you’re a little nervous about having live fish serve as decoration, skip the creatures and fill the bowls with smooth stones and submerged orchids for a romantic, ethereal look.

Of course, what’s a bride and groom to do with all those bowls after the bash is over? Simple. Raffle them off. Offer one person from every table a chance to win the centerpiece in a lottery or similar contest.

For a fun way to wrap up this oceanic wedding, present guests with kissing fish candle favors.  Simple yet offbeat thank-yous such as this are likely to leave party attendees breathless.

Inspired by:  Dreamy Watercolor Wedding

Autumn is an undeniably colorful and memorable time of year. With such beautiful foliage surrounding us at every turn, why not take this opportunity to showcase deep and daring colors for your fall-themed wedding?

If you plan to hold your wedding outdoors, make sure guests have a view of surrounding flowering plants. Their rich seasonal hues will add depth and dimension to your fall affair. Wear a hair wreath created from similar leaves and be prepared to look like an autumnal goddess.

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Some believe that there’s nothing more romantic than sipping on a special vintage of wine. Consider choosing an option from a specific region that is best harvested in the fall, such as a Rioja or Riesling. Order a red velvet cake (with a deep scarlet frosting, of course) to match the rustic décor.

For the decorations, blend the indoor setting with the outdoors. If you place fall-themed photo coasters on every table, your guests will each have a little piece of history to take home with them. Fill those with pictures of the newlyweds and – voila! – you’ve just successfully planned a fall fig wedding that party attendees will be talking about well into the winter.

Do you have a fondness for the open water? Plan your dreamy blue marital affair for which you’re longing. Any venue along a lake, river, or shore will allow you to feel at one with the water without actually being on it.

Everything, including your invitations, table settings, bridesmaid dresses and wedding cake can be blue… especially your flowers. Walking down the aisle holding an ocean-hued feather bouquet will make your graceful entrance one to remember.

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Blue sailboat tea light holders will set a peaceful mood and help your dreamy affair seem effortless. Scatter them on the tables and watch as your guests channel a sense of tranquility as they locate their seats.

Follow these tips and you’ll soon set up a radiantly romantic wedding that will be just as memorable night for your family and friends.

If you’re planning to feature a glittery color palette on your special day, you’re in luck. Rhinestone monogram sticker labels will instantly customize favor boxes, bags or thank-you cards, and you can even get your cake in on the fun by replacing the traditional bride and groom figurines with a beautiful Swarovski crystal monogram cake topper. Show your new initial off with a sparkle and allow it to shine on your all-important day.

Inspired by:  Gorgeously Glittered Affair

Throw a reception that sparkles and shines

Are you and your husband-to-be looking for ways to glitter and shine on your special day? Throwing a reception that’s sophisticated and chic doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg. Just look for glitzy accessories to glam up a traditional black and white wedding palette.

From a glittery wedding dress to a shimmery headband, a bride-to-be has oodles of options at her disposal when it comes to shining throughout the evening. Chair covers adorned with glitter and a cake featuring bright, light-reflecting accents will fit perfectly with the theme as well.

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Give guests a taste of the luxurious night to come by placing diamond-shaped tea light holders along a hallway to light the way to the reception. The dim illumination can also work to create a cozy atmosphere for the main ballroom and set a romantic mood. While you’re at it, use antique acrylic place card holders to identify each guest’s name and table number.

Finally, set each table with silver place settings and fancy crystal wine glasses, using high-quality tablecloths in black or navy blue. Don’t forget – diamond ring napkin holders can dress up bland or boring linens and these adorable faux jewels make for an excellent take-home gift for guests at the end of the night. Your guests will be beaming weeks after the event is over!

Providing a wide range of sweets for your guests is an easy and fun way to show how much you care about them. Putting together a large table of confectionery treats doesn’t have to be difficult, and most of the planning will simply require gobbling down tasty pieces in order to find the perfect offerings for your special day. Decorating a table to hold the edibles you choose is easy, since the brightly colored candy will act as the main focal point of the setup.

Now, the extras: First, be sure to use a wide variety of personalized glass jars as containers in order to display your candy collection. If you want to vary up the style a bit more, purchase clear containers of all shapes and sizes and slap a personalized wedding label on each to give the jars a cohesive look. Decorate the empty space on the table with colored paper parasols and Gerber daisy favor boxes, which can be filled with candy and taken home as party favors at the end of the night. The result will be as tasty as it is delicious!

Inspired by:  Pink Lemonade Wedding Party

A wedding is a magical event that brings together the closest friends and dearest family members of a couple to celebrate the sharing of love. Although many brides-to-be think a formal decorating scheme is vital for a reception, this old-fashioned trend is no longer the rule.

Couples are encouraged to get personal during the planning of their special day. After all, the best parties often act as a reflection of the personalities, hobbies and interests of the newlyweds! Whimsical couples can show off their sweeter sides by throwing a pretty-in-pink lemonade reception, centering the decor on magically colored sweets and deliciously edible treats.

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Picture this: pink, white and yellow linens covered with table settings where orange and sun-kissed flowers reign supreme. Mini martini glasses will also be filled with pastel candies served to each guest on a tray, and at night, round paper lanterns will be lighting the way.

Brightly colored paddle fans can cover seats for an outdoor affair to keep guests feeling crisp and chilled. Of course, don’t forget about the lemon drop jellybeans for your party favors! Decorating a room until it looks good enough to eat isn’t difficult when couples allow themselves to be a little offbeat!

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