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If you are planning to host a wedding day in the near future, there are many steps that you can take to ensure that the moment does not simply pass you by and that it is all anyone can talk about in a few weeks. For those who are worried that your wedding will not stand out amongst the upcoming weddings of your friends and family, here is what you can do to make the day unforgettable.
Set a Theme
Rather than host a traditional event that looks like all the others that have come before it, you should consider personalizing the day by setting a theme. The wedding could be based on your favorite book or movie or have a theme that is tied to an interest or hobby of yours, such as a nautical motif for those who are passionate about sailing. You can ensure that the theme that you have chosen is embedded into every part of your day by taking measures such as choosing the right decorations, thinking about the style of your wedding dress and other outfits, and sending out invitations that tease the theme that you have in mind.
Choose the Right Venue
To make your wedding day unforgettable, you should also try to choose the right venue for you. For instance, you might set your heart on a stylish option or go for a historic venue that is rinsed in the past. This venue should be photogenic and be surrounded by beautiful vistas that can calm your soul and that you will want to spend time in during the reception. This is especially important if you are getting married during the summer months. It would be best if you also thought of the practicalities of your wedding venue, though. The venue in question needs to have enough space within it, and it also needs to fit within your budget. This means that you should take your time to look around the many wedding venues that there are on offer.
Hire a Photographer
Although you might be able to keep your wedding in your heart, to make it truly unforgettable, you should look around for an excellent photographer who can capture candids of the day and make sure that your wedding can be brought to life in pictorial form. This photographer should be experienced in wedding photography and you should try to find one whose style you love and that matches the personality and atmosphere of your individual day. You might also consider giving disposable cameras to your guests so that they can capture more personal photographs.
Create a Guest Book
To give your guests the chance to leave their congratulations to the happy couple, you might also consider creating a guest book for your invitees to scribble and note down their thoughts in. You will then be able to keep these for posterity, and you will be able to read back through the comments that have been left whenever you want to remember one of the best days of your life.
