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Intimate wedding

Who better to share the happiest day of your life than the people that are closest to you? It's a fact: while hosting larger weddings, the newlyweds rarely get the chance to spend quality time with their guests. Not only does a smaller wedding give everyone a chance to get acquainted, it is also less stressful for those involved.

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The Dress Code:

The dress code will be mainly set by the location of the wedding and will be at most semi-formal. For example, backyard weddings require less formal attire than a wedding reception at a five star restaurant. As for the bride and groom, wear something that you feel comfortable and beautiful in. If you have always dreamed of satin trains and top hats, by all means please indulge, it is your day after all.

The Invitations:

Nothing could be more appropriate than handwritten invitations on handmade paper. Make each invitation personal by writing a brief special note to each of your guests. If this does not appeal to you, find an invitation that is meaningful to you and representative of your relationship.

The Location:

One of the advantages of an intimate wedding is that they can take place where larger weddings simply do not fit. All-time favourite small wedding locations include beautiful backyards, special restaurants, and isolated chalets. But then why not try an original location such as, a museum, a winery or an amusement park? We must also not forget to mention the popular destination wedding where you get to exchange your vows while enjoying the exotic beauty of a far-off land.

The Flowers and Centrepieces:

In order to emphasize the intimate atmosphere, it is best to favour small and delicate centerpieces in order to avoid crowding the tables and hiding the guests. Flower wreaths encircling thick six inch candles make a beautiful and inexpensive centerpiece. Floating tea lights and scattered flower petals also set a close and romantic mood for the event.

The Menu:

Choose a menu that is meaningful to you. You can make the meal a tribute to your cultural backgrounds, or you can serve the first meal you ever ate as a couple. For an at-home celebration have each guest bring their favourite dish with a brief explanation of why it is their preferred food.

Wedding favours:

Use the wedding favours as a way to express your appreciation of your guests. On a piece of rolled parchment tied with a ribbon, write a letter to each guest letting them know how important they are to you both. Another suggestion is to have individual bottles of champagne with a customized label featuring a picture of the happy couple.

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Since the intimate wedding can lack the frenzied energy of larger weddings, here are some old traditions with a spin to accommodate your smaller wedding. Instead of throwing the bouquet, the bride can give each woman a flower from her bouquet. Substitute banging on that table with having guests recite an anecdote about you in order to get the newlyweds to embrace.

For more great ideas, visit our galleria resource centre at 4030 St. Ambroise, suite 107, Montreal or call us for a personal appointment at 514 487-3456.

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