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he location that you choose for your wedding will really set the tone for the entire affair. There are countless choices: parks, clubs, hotels, beaches, museums, and the list goes on. One interesting idea is to have your wedding at an historical site.
Depending on where you live, the types of historical sites will vary. For a Southern bride, it might mean an antebellum plantation straight out of Gone with the Wind. A city bride might find an historic brownstone, while another bride might have her wedding on the porch of a grand old building in Newport, RI. Every area will have its own unique historical sites that are willing to host special events.
When choosing such a special location for your wedding, you will want to tailor your wedding to fit with the site. If your wedding is in a Victorian mansion, for instance, you would not decorate with flowers like gerbera daisies. Nor would a hip disco lounge vibe fit in with a plantation. It is not necessary to plan a period wedding, but your general scheme should work with the historical location instead of clashing with it.
Often, historical sites will have restrictions on how you may use their spaces. Be certain to find out all of the specifics before signing a contract. If you have a lot of creative ideas, you might decide that you would be better off choosing a wedding venue that is more of a blank canvas. On the other hand, if you like the idea of a space that is already charming and beautiful, then an historical location would be perfect for your wedding.
As with any wedding, the bride will want to select a wedding gown and bridal jewelry that fits in with her site. An old fashion reception venue would be completed best by a gown that is romantic, not modern. This is not to say that you have to wear a vintage gown. Just look for a wedding dress that is soft and feminine, rather than very modern or cutting edge. Keep the same idea in mind when choosing your bridal jewelry. Seek out pieces that have a timeless beauty.
When it comes to planning a menu for your wedding, be sure that it suits the style of the location, ie formal, oceanside, etc. Do not worry about serving historical foods, though. If you flip through a very old cookbook, you are likely to find a lot of recipes that you would never consider serving (or eating!). Until recently, wedding menus were not especially interesting or adventurous (think creamed chicken and fruit salad), so you will not likely want to serve foods based on historical wedding menus either. Instead, choose your food and wine based on the specialties of the chef and your own preferences.
Historical sites often have wonderful gardens, so definitely consider holding your ceremony outdoors if the weather and venue permit it. It can be wonderful to hold a garden side service followed by a reception on a grand porch or inside the historical building.
When you have opted for a wedding site with a lot of character, it only makes sense to take full advantage of it. Explore ways to highlight the special features of the historical location. You will be sure to create a wedding that is beautiful, unique, and absolutely charming.
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Source by Bridget Mora
