That Certain Something!
For guests invited to your wedding, it will only be
those things that made them say, "Wow!" that they will remember. Whether, it is
the flowers, lighting, music and location, the thing that made them gasp are
the things that will be remembered. So now, you have to think about those
things that can be done so you can steal your guests breath away.
David Beahm designed the venue for Michael Douglas and
Catherine Zeta-Jones. This was the most talked about wedding for that year.
David knew the Plaza as a venue came with a certain level of grandeur by
attending guests. He fed on this anticipation by focusing additional attention
where guests would have to gather to go into the main wedding hall.
However, the focus of Davids efforts for impact and wow
appeal lay behind the entrance to the ceremony room. According to David, "Once
people passed security, and ascended the beautifully decorated staircase,
turned the corner and saw a huge, 20-foot wide tree adorned with guest cards
hanging from beautiful ribbons. It was a real conversation piece, an immediate
ice-breaker."
What Can You Do?
Initially, you should consider focusing your attention
on those areas of your ceremony and reception venue that will be frequented the
most by your guests. When you have identified these areas, then you can decide
how exactly you want to design these areas so it can have a lasting impression
on your guests.
True drama is guaranteed to leave an impression. For
those who did not know, taking risks is all a part of creating great drama.
Step outside of your comfort zone and get creative.
Be Creative in Design...
There are several techniques that can be incorporated
into your design concept. Wedding designers utilize various creative techniques
in lighting, candles, and flowers. Note also, that any wedding designer should
aim to create a centrepiece that oozes with drama.
Designing for wow appeal on a limited budget can be
challenging, but with careful planning and creativity, wowing your guests is
definitely a possibility. Go back to that abandoned public beach that you
frequented as a couple when you first met. Now line it with Chinese lanterns
gracefully hung on bamboo poles. There, you have just successfully created a
romantic visual display of stimulating swaying lights, a guaranteed wow factor,
and, best yet, the location is available to you free of cost.
Whatever your location of choice turns out to be, try to
instigate levels of curiosity in your design. Make your guests wonder
continuously, "Whats next!"
...And Timing
Delay the entrance to the main ceremony area. Creating a
long winding romantically lighted trail in a tranquil natural setting can do
this. Ensure that you have taken the time to select music that creates and
compliments the ambience of your wedding. Do not overlook this important
information. Do your research, and check out individual references you receive.
Finally, when all is said and done and you have planned
your design, create it and sit back and enjoy the celebrations. You will hear
about the wow factors of your wedding for many years to come.
