Expert Tips On Creating The Most Romantic Wedding

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Weddings are all about love and romance. If you are an over-the-top romantic, then you might want to have a romantic wedding theme, the stuff of dreams. As unachievable as that might sound, there are so many ways to achieve your desires for a dreamy wedding. Think soft lighting, warm and cozy ambiance, ethereal details as well as candles and flowers, and you can have that romance not only in the air but at your wedding celebration.

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Choose romantic colors such as pastels, soft shades of blush, and ivory as your base and go up from there. If you need more romantic wedding ceremony ideas, scroll down for the ultimate guide we have put together just for you.

Brides Often Ask

What is a romantic-style wedding?

A romantic-style wedding is usually a formal or modern wedding that has the atmosphere of the classic fairytale. This type of ambiance can also be adapted to a rustic, garden, or vintage-themed wedding.


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Romantic Wedding Style for Bride and Groom

For the bride, choose a flowing gown with delicate details like lace overlays, beaded bodices, or soft ruffles. Off-shoulder or sweetheart necklines enhance romance. Consider a cathedral veil or romantic updo with loose tendrils. For the groom, opt for a classic tuxedo or tailored suit in midnight blue or charcoal. Add romantic touches like a blush boutonniere or vintage cufflinks. Keep makeup soft and natural with rosy tones. Consider matching accessories like complementary floral details or coordinated metals in your rings and accessories.

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Romantic Wedding Garden Backdrop

Create depth with climbing roses, wisteria, or jasmine on lattice structures. Layer potted plants at varying heights using pedestals and vintage furniture. Install string lights or crystal chandeliers overhead for evening ambiance. Consider a mix of blooming perennials for natural color. Add vintage elements like antique mirrors or ornate frames. Include comfortable seating areas with plush cushions and throws. Incorporate water features like fountains for ambient sound. Weather-proof your setup with tent options nearby.

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Romantic Wedding Floral Altar

Design a statement arch with cascading flowers in soft, romantic hues. Mix garden roses, peonies, and delphinium for fullness. Add trailing greenery like smilax or jasmine for movement. Consider asymmetrical designs for modern romance. Include fragrant blooms like garden roses or lilac. Layer different textures with mixed foliage. Create visual interest with varying flower sizes. Ensure sturdy construction for outdoor settings. Add fabric draping for softness. Position the altar to optimize natural lighting for photographs.

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Romantic Wedding Ceremony

Write personalized vows reflecting your love story. Include meaningful readings or poetry selections. Consider live musical accompaniment like string quartets or acoustic guitar. Create intimate seating arrangements in a semicircle formation. Add rose petals along the aisle. Include family traditions or cultural elements. Time your ceremony for golden hour lighting. Keep the ceremony length around 30 minutes. Plan for comfortable guest seating with proper shade. Include unity ceremonies like candle lighting or wine blending.

Romantic Wedding Bouquet

Choose garden-style arrangements with roses, ranunculus, and peonies. Include trailing ribbons in silk or velvet. Mix textures with spray roses and delicate fillers. Add seasonal blooms for authenticity. Consider fragrant elements like garden roses or sweet peas. Include meaningful elements like family heirlooms or charms. Keep proportions balanced with dress style. Choose hardy flowers that last all day. Consider a smaller tossing bouquet. Preserve your bouquet through professional pressing or freeze-drying.

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Romantic Wedding Flower Girls

Dress flower girls in tulle or lace dresses with sashes matching your color scheme. Choose comfortable ballet flats or mary janes. Consider flower crowns with fresh or silk blooms. Use scatter-friendly petals that won’t stain. Practice petal-tossing beforehand. Include small baskets decorated with ribbons. Keep dresses age-appropriate with proper length. Consider backup petals for photos. Choose non-slip shoes for safety. Have a coordinator guide timing and placement.

Romantic Wedding With Soft Candlelight

Layer various candle heights using votives, pillars, and tapers. Use LED candles for safety in sensitive areas. Create clustered centerpieces mixing candles with flowers. Add mercury glass or crystal holders for reflection. Position uplighting to complement candlelight. Include hurricane holders for outdoor settings. Consider floating candles in glass vessels. Plan strategic lighting for dining and dancing areas. Keep candles away from floral arrangements. Have extra votives for replacement.

Find your wedding decorator to help create the perfect ambiance worth cherishing.

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Vintage Getaway Car

Book a classic car that matches your era – consider Rolls Royce, Bentley, or vintage Cadillac models. Decorate with floral garlands and ribbons. Schedule photos during golden hour. Ensure the car has air conditioning for comfort. Check insurance and backup transportation plans. Consider the car’s color in your photos. Book early as vintage cars are limited. Plan your exit route and timing. Add “Just Married” signage. Include champagne and snacks for post-wedding drive.

Romantic Wedding Stationery

Wedding stationery for a wedding ooze of romance in every area. From the lettering to the style and decoration. These types of wedding stationery often have a lot of floral or lace elements. Handwritten calligraphy is also a feature of lots of romantic stationery, using fonts that lean more towards the type of cursive that is popular with romance. Watercolor wedding stationery can also carry the romance factor. With the right colors, you can have the wedding stationery to match your chosen theme.

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Romantic Wedding Party Outfit Ideas

When thinking of romantic wedding ideas in the attire for the wedding party, pink comes to mind as it is one of the most romantic colors. Mauve, blush, and nude dresses would be perfect for a romantic theme. Bridesmaids could wear matching dresses or each could wear a dress in her style of choice in any colors of the pink or nude hue. From floor-length gowns to midi tulle dresses, you can’t go wrong once you have the right color.

Romantic Wedding Reception Decor

The idea for wedding reception decor, whether you are having an outdoor or indoor wedding is that it should be light and airy. From the florals to the candles, or even balloons, everything should carry this light and airy vibe. This type of ambiance can be best conveyed with a color palette that is mostly pastels. Pink and nude hues alongside lush touches of greenery for a storybook type of vibe.

Romantic Style Wedding Cake

The wedding cake for a romantic-themed wedding often features such cute ideas as the pink and nude color palette that is classic for modern romance. For a light and airy cake that spells romance, a lot of florals can be involved. From organic florals to sugar flowers, you can turn your cake into a classical romantic sculpture. A fondant or buttercream cake would work either way to make your cake the focal point for your wedding.

A romantic wedding relies heavily on the right colors. If you are not a fan of the nudes and pinks, you might consider adding accents of silver or gold to your pastel palettes. You could also choose edgy romance and use colors like fuchsia and bright red or orange and plum. Whatever you choose be sure to recreate the warm and fuzzy feeling of a romantic storybook or fairytale garden.

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