Thursday, June 19, 2014

10 Ways to Personalize Your Wedding

Houston Wedding Venue - Chateau Polonez
Front Entrance to Chateau Polonez
When it comes to the perfect wedding, Chateau Polonez has you covered. From the venue, to the lighting, to the seating, to the food, and more, we are here to help. However, we also understand that every bride wants their wedding to feel intimate and personal to her and the groom. The devil truly is in the details, and when it comes to weddings, the details are what make this event specific to you. Since we understand that every bride wants her special day to be a perfect reflection of her and her groom’s taste and personal story, we’ve compiled 10 great ways to make your wedding unique.

1. Create custom stamps for invites: Start your wedding planning off with personalization in mind, and create a custom stamp to add to your invites and save the date cards. There are a lot of custom stamp options available for download, offering anything from monograms to pictures. However, before you make any purchase, it’s better to be safe and check with your local post office for exact rates.

2. Make the Programs Personal: Wedding programs offer a plethora of opportunities to get creative and have fun. From adding favorite poems, to programs that also serve as fans for the hot summer days, and much more, programs are a great way for guests to get to know you and the groom. You could also give some information about your closest friends and relatives who make up your bridal party. This offers guests a streamlined way to know who’s who.

3. Share your Journey to the Aisle: Many brides are using the aisle as a creative outlet in their weddings. Whether you choose to hang flowers in the aisle, or adorn chairs with bows, the aisle of your wedding offers a lot of opportunities to express yourself. One very personal idea is to share childhood pictures of you and your groom leading into when you first met. This not only clearly marks the groom’s and bride’s sides of the wedding, but also gives guests a visual guide to your journey to finding each other.

4. Make Your Own Music: Many people are moving away from the old organs and personalizing their processional music. Whether it’s “your song” or a favorite both of you share, use whatever song really speaks to or about you. This can not only date how long you two have been together, but also give guests a taste of something different and uplifting. If you are musical couple, another idea is to welcome guests to the reception by playing them a song and sharing your talents.

5. Move Away from Plain Rice: The exit from the ceremony is meant to be a celebration. Choose something that is uniquely you to help guests celebrate. Modern wedding guests are prepared with anything from sparklers, to dried flowers, to colorful ribbons, and kazoos as the bride and groom exit the ceremony. This is an area you can really get creative with, so pick whatever you think will help guests celebrate your union (without staining any clothes).

6. Don’t Rely on Numbers: While the regular tradition of orderly table numbers still stands strong, many brides are moving away from this and adding more personal touches. Today’s weddings have table names of favorite trees for the earthy bride, favorite painters’ names for the artist within, and much more. One great idea that has been circulating keeps the numbers in place, but adds a more personal element. Use special moments in your relationship to create table numbers that highlight these dates. If he proposed on November 2nd, use that date by having the “2” enlarged on the card with the story surrounding it in smaller text. This will help guests find their seats from a distance. Once they’re seated, they can then see the card closely and read the details about your special dates and the significant moments you share.

7. Get the Kids Involved: If your wedding is going to have children, a great way to help them get excited about your special day is to offer some personalized activities. One idea is to make a coloring book that shares your love story. There are some custom coloring books available for sale online. Plus, if you’re a DIY bride, this can be such an adorable addition to any wedding. If you choose to make your own, have fun with it and include crossword puzzles, tic-tac-toe, and anything else you think the kids will enjoy.

8. Add Your Signature Cocktail: Offer your guests a signature cocktail that perfectly represents the happy couple. If you’re having a beach wedding, make it a Mai Tai. If it’s a more vintage wedding, serve an Old Fashioned. Or, you can also make your own concoction for guests to enjoy.

9.  Add Some Personal Flavor to Favors: When it comes to personalized wedding touches, favors are a great way to make your wedding your own and help others remember your special day. There are so many personalized favor options on the market, that is can be easy to feel overwhelmed with choices. One great DIY option is to make custom CDs for your guests. This CD can be packed with all of your favorite love songs, music that marks special moments together, or compilation of songs that tell a story about you two. These CDs will last forever and can also be a great anniversary tradition for you and your love in years to come.

10. Display Handwritten Touches: People always say, “There’s nothing more personal than a handwritten letter.” There is some truth to this saying and there are plenty of ways to give your guests that touch. Since no bride has the time to sit down and write all of their invites by hand, another idea is to display your handwritten vows on the cake table or use them as a backdrop to the bridal party’s table. If you have lovely handwriting the world is yours on this front. Have fun with it and know that you can never be too creative.

Personalizing your special day doesn't have to be a chore. This can be a great way to express yourself and share your love story in a creative way. Even for the brides who aren't crafty, there are a ton of sites to choose from that offer personalized elements. Whether you take the DIY route or buy, there are so many great ways that can help brides make their special day more special. At Chateau Polonez, we know this day of celebration is for you and the groom, so please feel free to contact us with any questions about the venues we offer by calling 281.655.5656 or visit us online at ChateauPolonez.com.

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