Setting the scene at your wedding starts with decor, but it doesn't end until you have the perfect lighting! We know your first thought is to show off your own style and the second is to impress guests. Here are four unique ways to satisfy both and make it a day to remember.
GLOWING GUESTS (UNDER A CANOPY OF STRING LIGHTING!)
Whether you have a rustic chic theme or a sophisticated ballroom as the backdrop, draping the ceiling in market lights will create a chic effect. Friends and family members will feel as if they are literally dancing beneath the stars.
BRILLIANT IDEA - EDISON LIGHT BULBS ADD AN UNEXPECTED TWIST ON A CLASSIC DESIGN
This trend popped up about a year ago but remains a favorite among couples. The old-fashioned bulbs can be artfully strung from the ceiling for a modern, urban feel or woven within lush, natural tablescapes for an ethereal look. Want a more minimal design? Simply place a single bulb on small tables throughout your cocktail hour to create a soft glow. Due to their sleek design, these can seamlessly work with almost any decor.
EFFORTLESS ELEGANCE - SET THE MOOD WITH CHIC CHANDELIERS
Nothing says romance like dancing beneath a row of ornate chandeliers. Imagine having a garden reception at the Ritz Carlton. Decorating the outdoor space with a classic crystal chandelier (or two!) above the dance floor will create an effortlessly elegant environment.
A SPARKLING SEND-OFF - LIGHT UP THE EVENING WITH STYLISH & FESTIVE FIREWORKS.
A fireworks display creates the perfect sparkling send off! Don’t worry about it looking like the Fourth of July. Since it’s your celebration, you control all the details - including delicate sparklers, colors and whether a celebratory message lights up the sky. Your planner can help with all the specifics i.e., the right permits, technicians on hand, etc.
Lighting really does make an event that much more special and unique! Want more ways to put your personal stamp on this event? Check out our Pinterest page for countless ideas to share with your planner from desserts to décor to dresses.
White can be symbolic of new beginnings, purity, and the start of a new life together in many cultures. It's also associated with traditional wedding ceremonies in Christianity. The tradition of wearing white wedding gowns has both historical and cultural roots. Queen Victoria is often credited with popularizing the white wedding dress in the 19th century when she married Prince Albert in a white gown. Select this lovely little link to read an in-depth article featured in Brides that highlights the history of Queen Victoria’s choice to wear a white wedding dress.
Wondering how to find your perfect fit in wedding gowns? Typically wedding dress sizes can be different from regular clothing sizes. Wedding dress sizing often follows its own set of sizing charts, and may differ from one bridal designer or brand to another. Wedding dress sizes often run smaller than regular clothing sizes, meaning that a bride may need to choose a wedding dress size that is larger than her usual size.
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SIZE
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BUST
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WAIST
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HIP
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2
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33 1/2
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26
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36
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4
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34 1/2
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27
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37
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6
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35 1/2
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28
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38
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8
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36 1/2
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29
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39
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10
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37 1/2
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30
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40
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12
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39
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31 1/2
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41 1/2
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