What are the best wedding details you have seen at a wedding?
Original post by mjf1010
As my wedding day draws near, I am now working more and more on the little 'details' that will make it special. What are some of the best wedding 'details' you have seen at a wedding? You know, the things that made the wedding unique to the couple or that made you go 'How adorable!' or 'How unique!' Here are some great details that I have seen at weddings: - One bride who loves ice cream had a Ben and Jerry's Wedding Cake instead of the traditional one - At one wedding we went to, we found our names on the seating chart and our names said 'The Future Mr. and Mrs. XXXX' rather than just saying 'Mr. John Smith and Ms. Melissa Doe.' For all engaged couples at the wedding, the bride and groom had their names listed as 'The Future Mr. and Mrs.' on the seating chart. This was such a pleasant surprise for us to see as an engaged couple. - A couple who got married on July 4th gave out sparklers to the wedding party, and took a picture with the sparklers lit up. - I love ceremony programs, fun rehearsal dinner invitations, and OOT bags. - At one wedding we went to, as we left the reception, the catering hall had carts setup to serve hot pretzels and chocolate eclairs as guests waited for the valets to get their cars. The carts were like the ones you see in the city on the corners!
What else have you seen that was different and special?
Vicky1706
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My father is deceased andmy mom is walkingme down the aisle. I was thinking of setting up a pillar candle at the back of the church (right where the aisle starts) and as my mom and I begin to walk down the aisle I will stop and light the candle in his memory...so as if he is also there as I head down the aisle. I would also write the meaning in the programs (since most people wouldn't get it).
I haven't decided yet, I don't know if it is too cheesy, but I am considering it.
These are really great ideas guys!
jbride2b
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great thread, don't stop!
Barakabella
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Not exactly a planned detail but a detail photograph from our fab photog....I will use this as my way to BUMP this thread as I am enjoying all of the original ideas
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Posted by ravens_bride
One of my friends just told me this one: Her friend stuck a rubber chicken in her garter so when her husband went to get it he came out with the chicken! My FH wants to do that but I think the point was not just making everyone else laugh but also suprising hubby...
What is the anniversary dance?
we're doing the rubber chicken!!!!!!!!!!! omg i thought we were the only weirdos!!!
Barakabella
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BUMP I miss this post...anyone else?
David'sbride
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My mother died when I was eight so I am leaving her seat (first seat on the left, first row as I walk up the aisle empty). I am getting a smaller breakaway bouquet made. I'll detach it from my main bouquet and place in on a vase that will be attached to the front of the back of the chair. My Dad is disabled so he won't be walking me down the aisle... I'll then turn and kiss him and my brother before I turn to meet my FH.
We are also getting married on July 4th. I was planning on filling a large decorative plant holder with sand and attaching all of my place cards to small American flags. If I decide to do favors they will be 6 sparklers attched to a matchbox with our name and date and tied together with a ribbon.
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Posted by diamondgrlie
Not too different but if both sets of parents are still married, have their wedding pictures set up on the place cards table or somewhere else.
oh man, i would have like..10 picture frames with all the times my mom and dad were remarried..lolol
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Posted by David'sbride
My mother died when I was eight so I am leaving her seat (first seat on the left, first row as I walk up the aisle empty). I am getting a smaller breakaway bouquet made. I'll detach it from my main bouquet and place in on a vase that will be attached to the front of the back of the chair. My Dad is disabled so he won't be walking me down the aisle... I'll then turn and kiss him and my brother before I turn to meet my FH.
this is very touching...
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Bunny: You tribute to your mom is beautiful.
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I am thinking of something similar. My mom and dad have both passed away (my Aunt and Uncle are walking me down the aisle). I thought my junior bridesmaid could carry a replica of my mother's bo-k (it was very simple), and then place on 'their' seats as she walks down the aisle. I'm not sure...
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both ideas sound beautiful
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We didnt do any physical touches we did more gestures anda actions.
We did custom vows and included our daughter:
I annissa take you troy and amaya to be my family..etc.
Unique touch was we didnt do all lovey dovey songs..we had a party and in fact alot of guests said it was the best wedding they went to because of this. I may be the minority but I hate to go to a wedding and hear love songs all night.
Wildlife is always a hit..The ducks were walking around outside Coral house and thank heavens not pooping lol.
Our parents anniversary is the day b4 ours and after wecut the cake..they got to cut it too and feed each otehr.
mjf1010
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Regarding using the matches and sparklers for the July 4th wedding: This is such a cute idea! I saw a wedding tip in a magazine that said if you do this, that you should attach a tag that says 'A Perfect Match: Groom's Name and Bride's Name, July 4th, 2005'
(Fill in the info for your wedding, of course.)
I thought this was cute.
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Posted by mjf1010
In reply to above post regarding the seating chart idea:
I am actually undecided about whether or not I am going to be taking my fiance's last name, but at the same time it was exciting for us both to see 'The Future Mr. and Mrs...' on the seating chart at the wedding we went to. I do respect your words of caution; however, I still did really love seeing it (this was just my opinion.)
By the way girls - the ideas on this thread are AWESOME - keep them coming!!
i have to agree %100...whetehr you take his name or not you are still the Mr and mrs...... why else are you getting married
i would not get offended nor do i think any of my friends would be
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A few ideas I have but I'm not sure FH will let me spend all this $$$ : 1) we're doing 2 favors--the first is a bottle of wine from Pugliese on the North Fork, where we got engaged; the second is a heart-shaped silver wine stopper 2) all boxes related to the wedding will be Tiffany's colored--the OOT guests are getting boxes instead of bags, so they'll be robin's egg blue with a white bow. The wedding cake, favor box for wine stopper, card box, and even the bathroom baskets will be the same. 3) I'd like to get those Chinese take-out boxes and fill them with inexpensive candy, then hand them out to guests as they leave for the night. Figured it's appropriate since FH and I pretty much get take-out all the time. It might be a little excessive with the 2 favors though.
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Posted by mjf1010
In reply to above post regarding the seating chart idea:
I am actually undecided about whether or not I am going to be taking my fiance's last name, but at the same time it was exciting for us both to see 'The Future Mr. and Mrs...' on the seating chart at the wedding we went to. I do respect your words of caution; however, I still did really love seeing it (this was just my opinion.)
By the way girls - the ideas on this thread are AWESOME - keep them coming!!
i have to agree %100...whetehr you take his name or not you are still the Mr and mrs...... why else are you getting married
Yes. Mr and Mrs. as is Mr. His first name his last name and Mrs My first name, my last name. I might not even use 'mrs.', eiteher.
yes, it does offend me that people would ASSUME I'm taking FH's name. I'd get over it and just chalk it up to ignorance, but it does offend people who don't believe in becoming someone else's property.
i would not get offended nor do i think any of my friends would be
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AnniesSS
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Our guests raved about everything DH and I did.... the cry packets, butterfly release, programs, favors, Starbucks coffee bags, the place card flowers. We received compliments all day long - and every person we have talked to since has told us how great everything was.... so the guests DO notice when there are 'extra details' around, but prolly won't notice them if there isn't.
