Untraditional wedding ideas?

Question

I'm having a diamonds & pearls theme kinda going here. The wedding party is going to look high fashion, and my gown is evening couture. Nothing fluffy or flouffy. I want downright glam and celebrity style. Think Beyonce and Jay-Z! Looking for:

-Some cool things to do at the reception

-Feather/Jeweled bouquets

-Ceremony ideas to include parents/younger siblings more

-Diamond-y/Feather centerpieces/bouquets to make myself

-Cheap favors that people would actually use (I'm thinking mints)

Or anything else you can think of! I making invites and would like to make some of my centerpieces too!

Answer 1

I have the perfect place for you! http://www.Offbeatbride.com

I too am not having the average wedding, and this site has pictures, videos, community, forum, and everything a unique bride would want.

For feathered and jeweled bouquets check out http://www.etsy.com It's pretty much a craftsperson's eBay, and if you don't find what you want, you can use their Alchemy tool to have it custom made inexpensively. I am having a bouquet, six flowers, and wedding bands my fiance' and I designed together made by Etsy sellers. My ring alone will onyl be $100 and that is for a custom 14KY ring.

I am doing a ring warming that will include everyone at the wedding, and those attending. That is when you put the wedding rings in a small nest or pouch and pass them to every person, so that they can have a moment to "bless the rings" or wish you well.

My youngest sister is flower girl, but not in the traditional sense, she'll be walking down the aisle with six long-stemmed flowers (custom made by an Etsy seller, so they'll last) and will hand one to each mother and grandmother.

There are so many ways to include your loved ones.

Definitely check out check out Offbeat Bride's wedding "p**n" and The Knot photo galleries where everyone has posted their wedding photos. There have been many glam weddings, so you're sure to find some ideas, and I'll post back with any I find =]

I'm forgoing favors and making a candy buffet--something even my smallest guests will enjoy. All you need are glass vases of various shapes and sizes, candy from a bulk store in your wedding colors, little scoops, and favor bags or boxes.

I'll definitely be back once I go through my notebook and sites for ideas you may like! Good luck!

EDIT for centerpieces:

http://www.smileyme.com/images/ostrich_f...

http://www.fancyfaces.com/getevent.php?I...

http://www.brides.com/forums/thread.jspa...

EDIT a tweakable sparkley wedding cake design:

http://www.cakethat.com.au/gillian%20002...

http://www.cristalier.com/v/vspfiles/ima...

EDIT a bouquet idea (you could always use real flowers with this idea in mind):

http://images.google.com/imgres?imgurl=h...

Answer 2

Here are some ideas for centerpieces:

I love this one!- http://www.fancyfaces.com/getevent.php?I...

http://www.soundexpressiongreetings.com/...

http://www.bridalpeople.com/wedding-cent...

Bouquet Ideas:

http://www.porcelainroses.com/porc660bx2...

http://www.shellysheek.com/i/bouquet/bou...

http://www.soulflowersf.com/images/102.j...

http://www.bd-i.co.uk/images/products/la...

http://www.featherflair.com/USERIMAGES/1...

As for the centerpieces, shop online for feathers. You can find them for a pretty reasonable price, and they are inexpensive to ship because they are so light weight. You can also find diamond gems to sprinkle on the tables. Good luck with your planning!

Also, if you are having a unity candle, during that time you and your future husband can each give your mothers a rose. It is a nice way to honor them and it will make them feel very special!

Answer 3

If you want something to lighten the mood and get your guests relaxed then I strongly recommend you higher a magician.

The magician could help entertain the guests at the 'duller' parts of a wedding like the photo shoots, where some people have to sit around for a long time.

If you live in the UK and are interested in this idea then give me an email, I'm a wedding magician: [e-mail]

Answer 4

You might be interested in ostrich feather center pieces.

http://www.eventswholesale.com/-strse-60...

There are cheaper ways of making these I'm sure, I just wanted to show you the general idea.

Answer 5

As far as feathers, there are pics of centerpieces using feathers on Knot.com.  Some use eiffle tower vases with lights in them and then large ostrich feathers.  They look lovely.  The feathers and vases are pretty cheap at www.save-on-crafts.com

Just do a search of "feather centerpieces".