At one time, weddings were perceived as an event that had its own theme. A wedding was the thing, no reason to do anything to, to have a theme associated with, is what a traditional wedding, from ceremony to reception. However, as we are approaching 2009, weddings have taken a whole new turn with what themes. You can choose so many themes, themes such as colours that coordinate with the theme of a wedding. There ca be a theme focused around the bride’s wedding gown. You can personalize your custom wedding with a signature wedding cake. Whatever the case may be, wedding themes and personalization’s are here to stay.

However, in order to implement a wedding theme to your special day, the question remains, where do you begin? Below are some themes you can use as a guide:

Wedding Flowers and Decorations
Wedding Dresses
Brides Maids Dresses
Grooms’ Tuxedos and Usher’s Tuxedos
Wedding Cakes
Wedding Invitations
Chair and Table Covers

Another way to look at wedding themes is to breakdown the colour scheme you will be using. Some suggestions are listed below:

Pink & Gold, Blue and White, Pink and Poppy, Yellow & White, Blue & Brown, Aqua & Red, Blue & Silver, Green & Brown, Using Pink, Lilac & Brown

Just to name a few colour themes for your wedding. Colours take on a whole new meaning when dealing with a wedding. They essentially become the entire weddings with bride’s maids wearing a particular dress in the theme colours, wedding cakes can be iced with the theme colours, tables and chairs can be decorated in the theme colours, all the while the wedding can still have its traditional values. Many other things can take on the colour scheme of the wedding theme, with the wedding menu placed on each guests’ plate at the tables, the bomboniere can have a colour theme that matches that of the choice of the bride and groom.

Another choice is for the groom and his ushers and best man to wear ties and bow ties, depending, that match a certain colour of the wedding theme. Wedding themes and personalizations are allowed in today’s culture so have some fun with it. Yes, standard colours or the wedding, i.e. White, and more white is beautiful, the symbolism is incredible, talking about purity and elegance, however the bride’s dress can remain white, however, to make the wedding truly yours pick colours that go along with what it is that you want and have some fun with it.

So in conclusion, personalizing your wedding and introducing a theme is something of the times, it is expected in the wedding invitations, the wedding flowers, wedding cakes and many more facets of a wedding celebration. A wedding is your time to enjoy the way only you know how so make the most of it and set a theme that is uniquely yours and your partners and make the night truly memorable!

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Wondering what colour to go for as part of your wedding theme? Take a look at our quick run-down of colours this year’s brides are choosing.

1. Ivory

The most popular colour so far this year is that firm favourite ivory. There was a time when only the bride would appear in this most beautiful of wedding colours but now the theme has extended to favours, flowers and bridesmaids.

2. Pink

Has featured as a prominent colour for bridesmaids for years – its just the shade that keeps changing. Watch out for very soft pinks this year.

3. Black

Black has been bubbling under for a while. This is now a very popular colour with many brides choosing to dress their bridesmaids in sophisticated black evening dress. Cool, gorgeous and very wearable.

4. Orange

The surprise sensation this year, brides are looking for more vibrant colours to match their sunny wedding themes.

5. Blue

Ice blues are continuing to be a very popular choice for brides. Understated and fabulous for those brides who like to keep the more girly hues to a minimum.

6. Gold

Still a classic. Gold is so versatile and great for brides who are happy to keep colours neutral. Opulent and vibrant, it’s a great colour for such a great occasion.

7. Lilac

An old favourite that keeps on going. This gorgeous shade is restful and calming which should help the bride if she has any last minute nerves.

8. Green

So fresh and invigorating, green is another colour which is great for brides seeking a neutral colour palette. A green and ivory combination is fabulous for flowers and favours alike.

9. Silver

So appealing to many brides, it adds sparkle and glamour to any wedding party.

10. Red

Red is such a positive and romantic colour that it is not surprising that it continues to remain in the top 10. It can be used sparingly for splashes of passion or used in abundance for the most sumptuous of themes. Can be used in its most pure crimson form or as more subtle burgundy tone.