Key Takeaways
- Stylish brides create unique wedding experiences to match their personalities, and these types of weddings are typically the most memorable.
- There are many ways to create a stylish wedding, including wearing unique attire, choosing a unique venue or destination wedding, offering non-traditional desserts, and hiring a personal chef.
Have you ever attended a wedding that exuded style, with everything from the invitations to the attire, venue, and meal reflecting the unique character of the bride, and perhaps the groom as well? It’s not that the wedding was necessarily expensive – some expensive weddings lack style – but it was a memorable experience, with several surprises and departures from tradition that delighted guests along the way. Brides digital magazine calls this a “cool girl wedding.” If you’re aiming for one, check out these six stylish ideas.
1. Say it with Fashion
Nothing says “style” like fashion apparel. This doesn’t mean you have to order the most expensive dress you can find from Italy. What it means is showing your unique style in what you and your husband-to-be wear down the aisle. Not a fan of white? Go non-traditional and wear pink. Is lace your trademark? Choose a stylish lace bodice or gloves.
Since wedding dresses are typically fitted by a tailor, many brides choose to order a custom feature, like an elongated train, to make the dress unique. Some brides even wear a second, less formal dress to the reception for dancing. Ditto for the groom’s attire.
The wedding party’s attire is also a great place to add your own style or accentuate your attendants’ style. Many brides choose a color and have bridesmaids choose their own dresses. Others may opt for a rainbow of colors or two prominent colors. Remember, traditions are just guidelines. You can break as many rules as you want for your wedding and look stylish doing it!
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2. Create a Unique Atmosphere
A unique wedding venue makes the affair memorable. For example, outdoor ceremonies and receptions can offer ambiance and style that guests won’t soon forget. Consider a wedding on the beach, in a state park, or even in a beautiful backyard setting. Indoor weddings at museums and other historical sites are also stylish and memorable. Some brides may even choose to host a wedding at their homes or at the home of a relative.
The time of day also contributes to the atmosphere, so consider that as well. While most weddings are late afternoon affairs, nothing says you can’t start later in the evening. Or break with tradition and host a morning wedding with breakfast to follow.
3. Plan a Destination Wedding
While it’s not in the budget for everyone, a destination wedding is a fun option. Choose a place that’s meaningful to you as a couple. Maybe that’s the city where you met or a dream vacation destination, or simply choose a place that offers a beautiful backdrop. Some classically romantic options are Venice, Barcelona, Paris, and Vienna. Cities that offer a beautiful natural setting include Santorini, Greece, Udaipur, India, and Reykjavik, Iceland.
4. Host an Avant-Garde Party
Most weddings include the standard ceremony, sometimes followed by a cocktail hour, then dinner and dancing. But no one says you have to follow the script. Brides may opt to ditch the seated dinner and host a lively cocktail party with live entertainment. Others may opt for a casual vibe with strolling appetizers and lounge areas, or even a retro-themed party with arcade games. The sky’s the limit!
5. Get Creative with Desserts
A tiered wedding cake is beautiful and traditional, but if cake’s not your thing, or you simply have a better idea, go for it! How about a series of pies for pie lovers, or a varied dessert table with plated tarts and cheesecake slices? Another idea is a dessert bar, where people can build their own parfaits or ice cream treats. For a fall wedding, brides may choose to bring in cider and donuts from a local cider mill. Who needs a cake topper when there are so many other memorable desserts out there?
A tiered wedding cake is beautiful and traditional, but if cake’s not your thing, or you simply have a better idea, go for it! How about a series of pies for pie lovers, or a varied dessert table with plated tarts and cheesecake slices? Another idea is a dessert bar, where people can build their own parfaits or ice cream treats. For a fall wedding, brides may choose to bring in cider and donuts from a local cider mill. Who needs a cake topper when there are so many other memorable desserts out there?
6. Personalize your Culinary Offerings
Most wedding venues offer a few different options for meals. Some are family style. Some are buffet style. But what about hiring a private chef for your wedding? The idea not only elevates the experience of your wedding day but also enables you to choose a la carte menu items that match your unique tastes. What’s more, hiring a private chef ensures you can accommodate guests’ special diets in style. And, honestly, what’s more entertaining than having an experienced chef on hand to chat with guests about the great meal they’re enjoying? Bon appetit!
