A wedding. What is it really?
Well, at its most simple, it’s just two people saying “I do” to each other. Add to that a bit of food and a jolly old knees-up with all of your favourite people in the world and you already have something magical.
But many soon-to-be-wed couples are looking for extra ways to create special moments. After all, when your special day is over, what are you left with except your memories (and a loving spouse, of course!)?
So, with that in mind, read on for ten great ideas to create special moments that you will look back on for years.
Light up the night’s sky
Plan a dazzling fireworks display that lights up the night sky during the reception. This can create a magical atmosphere and serve as a memorable backdrop for your wedding photos and videos.
Make it snappy with a Polaroid guest book
Instead of a traditional guest book, set up a table with a polaroid camera, film, and a blank scrapbook. Guests can take a photo, paste it in the book, and write a message alongside their picture.
Hashtag it up
Create a unique wedding hashtag and encourage guests to use it when posting photos on social media. This way, you can easily find and relive their perspective of the day.
Fever on the dance floor
Include a section on the RSVP cards for song requests. This way, guests can request their favourite tunes, ensuring that the dance floor stays packed with music everyone loves.
Special Video Messages
Prepare surprise video messages from family members or friends who couldn’t attend the wedding. Play these videos during the reception to share their well wishes and love.
Enlist your guests
Involve your guests in a surprise activity, like a group toast or a mass release of balloons, confetti, or butterflies.
Go big with an aerial display
Arrange for aerial artists or acrobats to perform breathtaking routines during the reception. This can captivate your guests and create a unique visual experience.
Sparkling send-off
As you make your grand exit, have your guests line up with sparklers. Walking through a path of sparkling lights can be a stunning and heartwarming surprise.
Interactive games
For a Summer wedding, have a few lawn games like croquet, giant Jenga, or ring toss available for guests to play during cocktail hour or between events. This encourages interaction and friendly competition.
A trip down memory lane
Create a timeline of the couple’s relationship with photos and anecdotes displayed along the way. This allows guests to learn more about the journey that led to the wedding day.
Whilst all the above are sure to create some great memories for you and your guests, the most important thing is that you have a wedding day that feels right for you. If you do that it’s sure to be a fabulous day with lots of fantastic memories. Enjoy!