Marriage is like the new blank leaf in one’s book of life, signifying happiness, new beginnings, new experiences, new responsibilities as well as new changes that should be adapted.
Autumn or the fall season too, embodies Changes in all aspects: from the changing hues of the leaves to the change in the weather and temperature, autumn marks the coming of winter and foreshadows the restoration of spring. Hence, what more appropriate theme would it be to celebrate the union of two hearts so deeply in love than a Fall-themed Wedding?
In fact, Fall and marriage are so symbolically-entwined that many couples over the years have created their own Autumn Wedding – and successfully turned it into a most memorable event not just for the newlyweds themselves, but also for the guests who had come to celebrate their auspicious occasion.
Since weddings are naturally a very important as well as intricate affair, most couples would be under the weather during the course of planning it. This is especially true for those who dream of an autumn wedding: the cold, chilly weather, the absence of bright sun rays, the bare trees-they all create a somber and dreary ambience. It is up to the creativity of the couples to transform this mood into a feisty and festive one. Therefore, below are some helpful suggestions for couples who wish to hold an autumn-themed wedding.
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Colour Schemes
The most basic, as well as most essential task that the couple would have to decide on is the colour schemes that would dominate their wedding. By deciding on the colours, the theme of their wedding could also be determined. Normally, couples have two choices: either to go with ‘Summer in Autumn Theme’ or to adopt the ‘Winter in Autumn Theme’.
For the couples who wish to create anticipations for spring and summer, the perfect colours for their autumn wedding would be red, orange, bold blue and yellow. These warm colours would surely remind their guests of the soothing heat of the sun, the pretty flowers as well as the excitements that these two seasons would bring. However, for those who want to have quieter, more formal reception, they could choose the ‘Winter in Autumn Theme’ and play around with the colours bronze, burnt orange, darker yellow and olive green to produce an exclusive and elegant effect on their wedding.
Wedding Gown
What is a wedding without its blushing bride and her beautiful stunning gown? For a fall wedding, future brides could choose colours such as diamond white or ivory for their wedding gowns, as these colours could harmonize both themes. However, the more adventurous ones could experiment with less conventional colours such as pale orange, light crimson or even reddish-pink.
Whichever colours that the bride chooses, these colours should not just complement the theme of the wedding, but also the bride herself. After all, more eyes would naturally be on the bride, hence it is most important for her to look radiant and exceptionally beautiful on her own wedding day.
Venue and Menu
For those who wish to follow the ‘Summer in Autumn Theme’, why not take it a notch higher by having an outdoor ceremony? This is quite possible, depending on the venue chosen. Some potentially-good venues are greenhouses, gardens as well as farms. On the other hand, for those who would be having elderly guests at their wedding, it is most advisable to hold the reception indoor, as the weather in autumn is quite unpredictable and cold. However, the confined space should not dampen the cheery spirit of the wedding.
Infuse life into the reception by having great music, ranging from folk and country tunes to instrumental and ballad songs. Besides that, always believe in the saying ‘A wedding is jollier when there is good food around’. To serve a good autumn meal, do include creamy pumpkin soup, roasted turkey, mushroom ragout, buttered vegetables, green beans, mashed potatoes, Rosemary infused olives, warm apple or apricot ciders with cinnamon stirrers, assorted cheeses and caramelized apples. For the wedding cake, the couple could consider having apple or pear or even pumpkin cake, just to accentuate the theme of the wedding.
Special Knick-Knacks
Table Centerpiece:
Decorate pumpkin, pear or maple leaf-like vases with beautiful flowers such as Sunflowers, Hydrangeas, Black-Eye-Susans, Dahlias and Roses. Besides that, one could also decorate the tables with candle-holders and candles that match the colour scheme of the chosen theme. Together with these, add glass bowls that are filled with dried herbs such as Rosemary and Cinnamon, and/or dried flowers such as roses and lavenders. Better still, fill these bowls with fruits and nuts of the season, such as apricots, red apples, acorns and pistachios.
Maple Leaves:
Scatter maple leaves around the reception area, especially if the wedding is held outdoor. This would clearly give out a stunning fall effect!
Gifts for guests:
Candies or chocolates in the shape of maple leaf or pumpkin nicely wrapped in velvet or crimson red pouch, small purple or red scented candles, flower bulbs in pumpkin-shaped vases, carved bookmarks as well as little bottles of aromatherapy oils would certainly leave a lasting impression on the guests.
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