Enchanted Garden Wedding Themes
An enchanted garden wedding theme signifies pure romance. This intimate style of wedding is held outdoors in a colorful flower garden in the spring or summer. An enchanted garden wedding features romantic elements in the ceremony, flowers, reception and even the bride's wedding dress. Playing up the romance and beauty of the garden and outdoors will enhance your wedding ceremony.
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The Ceremony
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When searching for a garden that is available to hold the wedding, note that most garden are limited in space, meaning the wedding will have to be an intimate affair. The location also may not be able to accommodate chairs for guests. The garden's display of flowers and nature eliminates the need for most decorations, although some options for decorating might include features in the garden like a pond, fountain or statutes. Light and romantic music adds a nice touch. Hiring a harpist or violin player who can provide soft and romantic music for your wedding further heightens the romantic setting. Having your guests blow bubbles or throw wildflowers when the ceremony is complete provides a nice conclusion to the event.
Flowers
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Your garden wedding has an enchanted theme that requires romantic, soft and enchanted flowers to make the affair even more special. While you have the beauty of the garden as your backdrop, the bride, bridesmaid and other members of the wedding party bouquets need to embellish the visual setting. Romantic and enchanted flowers include irises, orchids, lilacs and lilies in soft colors such as pink, purple and yellow. Wildflowers are also a fine choice as they give off a naturalistic vibe. Adding Swarovski butterfly or dragonfly brooches to the flowers for sparkle and romance make the bouquets even more enchanting. Craft stores carry butterfly or dragonfly figurines.
For the groom and groomsmen boutonniere, a simple white orchid boutonniere will look sweet and simple. The flower girl can sprinkle wildflowers from a woven basket. The flowers of the garden won't upstage your wedding if the wedding party's flowers are equally stunning.
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Reception
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Light foods--such as fruits, vegetables and cheese--and desserts--like petit fours, cookies and macaroons--are a better choices for a garden wedding reception than heavy foods and appetizers. Wedding cupcakes decorated with enchanted aspects such as flowers, butterflies and soft pastel colors serve as an alternative to a wedding cake. Champagne and wine can be beverage choices for a garden wedding, along with juices for children and guests who do not drink alcohol.
Wedding Dress
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An enchanted garden wedding dress should be soft and romantic. Long and heavy dresses that can be difficult to maneuver in a garden setting, should be avoided. A tea length wedding dress offers the best option; it reaches to your calves, and gives you comfort and freedom to move as you want during the wedding and reception. Romantic elements like ruffles, bows, lace or tulle will liven up your wedding dress. Your dress should be romantic and soft, but most importantly be comfortable so you can enjoy your special day.
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