There’s no denying that traditional weddings certainly have an appeal. The fluffy dress, matching white roses, a grand cathedral venue swarming with every person the groom and bride have ever met. But this typical ceremony has certainly grown tiresome, predictable even. It’s 2014 and weddings should be more personal and unique. Here are some tips on how to make a wedding something more spectacular than fitting the emblematic image from a bridal catalogue.

Vintage Dress

This way, the dress will truly feel personal to the bride. Also this will certainly save some money while maintaining style. Its even better if she chooses to revamp it to her own liking.

Noelle via Maggie Sottero
Noelle via Maggie Sottero

Personally Designed Ring

There are many jewelers who offer this option. It’s a ring that the bride will wear forever, it should be exactly her taste.

$1,149.00 1/2 CT. T.W. Diamond Three Stone Composite Ring in 14K White Gold at zales.com
$1,149.00 1/2 CT. T.W. Diamond Three Stone Composite Ring in 14K White Gold at zales.com

Change Up the Bouquet

Bouquet’s at weddings always tend to look the same, comprised of the standard wedding flowers. The bride should design a unique bouquet comprised of the flowers she finds the most beautiful. There are so many options with flowers, why should someone settle for lilies or roses?

via flickr/Swallowtail Garden Seeds
via flickr/Swallowtail Garden Seeds

Hued Bridesmaids Dresses

The bride shouldn’t settle on just one color for her bridesmaids dresses. Especially when a variation or color scheme is so much more appealing for both parties involved.

via flickr/outreachr.com
via flickr/outreachr.com

Crafted Invites/Magnetic Save the Date

Personally designed invites are much more likely to get the guests excited about the party. Plus, it’s a perfect way to indicate that a crafty, fun wedding is on the horizon. The option of making a magnetic save the date card is now available. This is a perfect way to ensure the effectiveness of this reminder.

via flickr/regan76
via flickr/regan76

DIY Center Pieces

There is so much that can be done with a centerpiece, especially when it’s handcrafted. Additionally, there’s no need to put a limitation on the materials that can be used.

via flickr/ProFlowers
via flickr/ProFlowers

Flower Crowns

These can be worn with or without a vail. A flower crown is sure to make a bride feel like she’s having the fairytale wedding that she’s always dreamed about.

via flickr/Bellafaye Garden
via flickr/Bellafaye Garden

Flip-Cup Reception Game

Weddings should be a celebration, and what’s a celebration without some drinking games to make the night memorable? Plus organizing teams is sure to be interesting.

Jake and Necia Photography / Via bridalguide.com
Jake and Necia Photography / Via bridalguide.com

Serve Your Favorite Type of Food

Whether it be chinese food or veal, the bride deserves the food she loves. There should be options for the guests but serving up the bride’s favorite food is sure to make her day feel like her own.

via flickr/Helga's Lobster Stew
via flickr/Helga’s Lobster Stew

Sparkler Favors

Sparklers are celebratory and playful. They also look lovely in photographs. Sparklers can be smokeless. They are also available in heart shapes to add a special, romantic touch to these favors.

via flickr/derekskey
via flickr/derekskey

Mason Jar Lighting

What’s an indie-anything without mason jars? Mason jars are charming and look stunning at a wedding reception.

via flickr/wesley peyton
via flickr/wesley peyton

 

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