How to Plan an Unconventional Wedding

Not all weddings involve white bridal gowns and church ceremonies. An unconventional wedding can cast a distinctive reflection of the bride and groom. Everything from the location, food, theme, music and attire may be a departure from a traditional wedding. Review the information below to learn more about planning an unconventional wedding.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Develop a clever theme. Plan your wedding around a hobby, movie or beloved activity that you and your fiancée share. Carry out this concept in your decor, food and location. If you really want to get into it, get your guests to dress with the theme as well.

2. Scout out your venue. Explore your city for interesting structures and locations that would serve as good ceremony sights. Research lesser known attractions in your city and surrounding area. Consider art galleries, museums and cultural centers.

3. Plan your cuisine. Rather than a conventional caterer, call upon a favorite restaurant to provide food for your wedding. Enlist friends and family to prepare a special menu for the big day. Instead of a typical wedding cake, serve an array of pies, gourmet chocolate delicacies or another decadent dessert.

4. Dress to express yourself. The wedding gown plays an integral role in defining the wedding, so make a statement. Rather than traditional wedding attire, opt for vintage finery. Trade in a puffy white gown for a vibrantly colored slinky evening gown. Grooms should select attire that compliments the bride's look.

5. Delve into the details. Carry out your theme through unusual floral arrangements, discriminating song selections and clever table settings.

Tips & Warnings

• Don't expect wedding magazines to help with unconventional wedding ideas.