Location, Location, Location - Part 2

Last week I posted a quick list came up with of some different wedding venues to consider. (See it here) Here are a few more ideas I am adding to my list!

Art Gallery
Some Art Galleries are large enough to double as venue areas.  If you have very eclectic tastes and enjoy modern art, this is a unique option.  I've seen it done just a couple times, generally with a more modern overall theme attached to it.  Just be careful that your guests are well behaved!

Cabin
My sweetie and I are travelling to the mountains over New Years for a little romantic getaway.  Many of the cabin rentals I looked at also had options for small weddings, and sometimes bigger ones.  If you are looking to have a small intimate wedding, some of these rentals could be perfect!  It may mean travelling for more of your guests though.

Botanical Garden
In a past season of my life, I worked at a botanical garden and had the opportunity to experience several weddings hosted on the premises.  Beautiful pictures are almost guaranteed!  Botanical Gardens will often have wedding packages that you can choose from.  You might warn guests up from if they have allergies, and try to choose a spot that has a good balance of flowers that is not overwhelming.  You want the focus to be you, not the flowers.

Hotel
Hotels are often used as event spaces as well.  The upside to this is that hotel staff have plenty of experience in orchestrating large events.  In order to make the space special, expect to spend a little bit more on the decorations to make it feel less like a hotel.

Please add your ideas to the comments! Look for part 3 coming soon :)

Location, Location, Location - Part 1

When you are looking for a location to host your wedding, what are you looking for?  I have started to come up with a list of ideas for where ours could be hosted, but it is hard the small town I live in.  I am having to come up with unique ideas.

Church/Synagogue/Religious House
Depending on your religious affiliation, this is the most obvious choice for most couples.  This option is one of the most affordable and if you are having your wedding near a major holiday, it is likely the venue will already be decorated for you.  It is still expected that a donation will be made to the organization and the officiant may want you to go through counseling or have other criteria before you can use their building.

Wedding Chapel
We have a couple wedding chapels near my city that I have considered for our wedding and reception.  The best thing about these venues is they tend to have packages that include almost everything you are going to need from flower to table linens and sometimes even the cake and dj.  The down side to this is they may limit the vendors you can choose from and the options of what you can do at your wedding.

Park
One of my best friends was married this past summer at a local park.  It was a very pretty spot just in front of a waterfall with plenty of flowers planted all around it.

The Wedding Entrance

Of course I had to post this video here! This clip has been an internet sensation as this couple chose to have their wedding party dance down the aisle, much to the entertainment of the audience and everyone online. It really captures the spirit of a fun ceremony to celebrate a happy occasion in the life of the couple. That is what a wedding is about, after all.

 

Are you planning a grand entrance to your wedding? Or perhaps just the traditional one? I don't think I want to have the traditional wedding march at my ceremony, but I am not sure that any of my prospective wedding party has much dancing talent. I imagine the rehearsal the night before this performance was quite interesting as well. Share your fun entrance ideas in the comments!





 UPDATE: I just found out that there is a parody video of a divorce as well! Oh dear!


 

Seasons Come & Go

As you think about themes and wedding planning, the season and the time of year plays a big part in making plans.  So what time of year do you consider to be perfect?

Spring is the season of new beginnings, and could be a perfect time of year to start a new family.  Spring to me brings forth images of newly budding leaves, light breezes, and the delicate fragrance of spring blooms.  I have considered an outdoor wedding in the spring.  Of course, this also means I'll need a good contingency plan for rain.

Summer should be spelled F-U-N!  All of the kids are out for the summer and relatives are usually ready to travel during the great summer months.   If you are thinking about a beach wedding, summer is generally the month to have it in!  The water gets to be just the right temperature for everyone to enjoy.  Summer tends to be the most popular season to get married in, which may mean higher prices with some of the vendors.

I love the rich colors of Fall.  Harvest season is a great time to utilize natural decor such as apples and rustic containers.  It's also the perfect time of year for some great outdoor wedding photos!  Timing is critical though.  Plan it too late and the weather may turn cold.

A winter wedding is something I've only just recently considered.  As the weather gets colder and colder in my area, we actually had our first snowfall of the year.  This made me dream of a nice log cabin wedding with lots of white and rustic charm.  I would love to have a wedding near a large fireplace to keep me warm.

Which season of the year is your ideal time to get married?

Weddings Weddings Everywhere!

It seems like everyone in my life is getting married soon or just got married! The sheer number of friends and colleagues at work who became engaged over this winter break was staggering. As my sweetie and I contemplate taking that step down the aisle, this blog is my spot to discuss with y'all all of the Fluff, the Flowers, and cute ideas that I see! Feel free to join me and post your comments. Weddings are an event that is naturally shared with everyone around you, so let's share our ideas. Welcome!