Spring is an amazing time of year to celebrate new beginnings, and there are many ways you can bring the wonder of springtime into your wedding. Your centerpieces are a great place to start since they will be the focal point of every table at your reception and they are your best opportunity to add color to your wedding decor. Spring centerpieces are fun and exciting, just like the season itself!

First you’ll need to narrow down the basic style you want… Are you looking for smaller arrangements that your guests can see over, ideal for smaller, more intimate tables? Or do you want the drama of tall and eye-catching decorations that are sure to get people talking?

If flowers are preferred, there are a variety of plants that are associated with spring. The most obvious, and possibly the most colorful, are bulbs. Daffodils and tulips are the essential spring blossoms, and they are available in a variety of colors. They don’t really last well as cut flowers, but using them as potted plants with their flowers just opening can make for some stunning decorations. They can be displayed in decorative pots to match your preferences, and dressed up with some ribbon or tulle. Talk to your florist to find out what they offer well before your wedding date. Larger bunches of flowering bulbs will add more drama to your reception, but smaller bunches can add a simple, fresh look.

Other potted plant options include using lilies for weddings close to Easter, or shamrocks for events near St. Patrick’s Day.

Spring is the season of birth and growth, and seeds exemplify this theme. Some couples choose to give seeds of their favorite plants to their guests as wedding favors. One great way to do this is to incorporate them into the centerpieces. Fill a pretty glass bowl half full of decorative stones or small river rocks, then gently tuck individual packets of seeds between the stones. Your guests will know to each take a packet, and you still have the bowls to give to the lucky winners of the centerpieces. Instead of seed packets you could also do this with tree seedlings so that each of your guests can plant a tree in honor of your love.

One note of caution when using plants or flowers, make sure that the items you choose aren’t heavily scented, especially if you’re having an indoor reception. Some flowers and candles can be very heavily scented and some of your guests may have allergies to them. That’s one complication that you don’t want to worry about on your special day!

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The abundance of the vines and scenic beauty of a vineyard’s manicured grounds may offer the perfect location for your wedding day.

The romantic beauty of the rolling hills and the naturally ripening fruit is simply a perfect location to realize a dream of a marriage.

The beauty of vineyards does not stay outdoors. Often regarded havens of all the fine arts, vineyards have transformed to cater to a variety of occasions including weddings inside and out. Vineyards’ tasting rooms and private rooms offer aesthetic and romantic appeal in their selection of furniture and fineries. Whether you choose an outdoor gazebo or an inside private room, a vineyard offers a wedding in style.

There are numerous ways to incorporate the wine theme into the details of your wedding, ranging for ceremonial grape crushing, a toast with your private reserve, personalized wine labels or wine-related wedding favors, such as wine glass charms, or wine-filled fondants. Even gifts for the maid of honor, best men and other members of the wedding party can follow the wine theme.

While set in a quietly romantic countryside, the wine country is really a first-class destination. Here you will find the country’s best resorts, haute cuisine, premium golf courses, luxurious spas, and other top services all within easy reach from your vineyard. As wine countries cater to the wedding market, they offer locational integration and other excellent, local service.

The most popular US wine destination has to be Napa Valley and Sonoma Country, adjacent to each other, both about 1-2 hours drive north of San Francisco. There is plenty to do before and after the wedding day. Besides wine tasting tours to sample the produce of 300+ wineries, there are wonderful hot springs and other premium spas to visit. There are horses to ride through wildflower meadows. There are glorious hot air balloons champagne tours to offer you an bird’s eye view of life below. And oh, there is so much more to do.

Each wine country and each vineyard displays its own mood and style. Selecting the right style is of course more important than locational convenience. Particularly when your vineyard wedding is a destination wedding, whereby you and your family has to travel from far to the wine country, you will have to consider which area best suits your wedding, in terms of accommodation and other services of choice as well.

To have an idyllic vineyard wedding, you certainly don’t need to visit popular Napa or Sonoma sites as many other wineries will aim to offer you that which is most important: a very memorable day.

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As this is usually difficult to comply with, many couples opt to have a legal wedding in their own country, before jetting to France for a religious ceremony held at an amazing location like a fairytale chateau in the Loire Valley or in Paris and they then honeymoon in France. Either a civil or religious ceremony in France will offer you a romantic and picturesque setting for your special day.

A civil marriage is obligatory in France and religious ceremonies, which are optional, are not legally binding in any way and can only be performed after the civil ceremony. To be legal, a marriage in France needs to be performed by a French civil authority. In practice this means that the mayor or his legally authorized replacement performs the marriage ceremony.

For a civil ceremony there is a requirement of residency in France which one of the parties to be married must comply with. One of the parties must reside in the town or the arrondissement if in Paris, for the thirty days prior to the marriage. In addition to these thirty days, French law requires the publication of the marriage banns at City Hall for ten days which makes a total residency requirement of 40 days before the ceremony can be scheduled to take place at City Hall.

Documents for a civil ceremony are as follows:
1. Birth certificate not from a hospital but from the official government Bureau for recording births like the Bureau of Vital Records in the United States of America.
2. A notarized “Affidavit of Law” (Certificat de Coutume), drawn up by an attorney in law licensed in the State of residence of the party, stating:
- that this person is free to marry
- that the marriage to be performed in France will be recognized as valid in their home country
- and that publication of marriage banns is not required in their home country, neither under States nor Federal law.

3. In the case of previous marriages, a certified copy of the death certificate of the deceased spouse or a certified copy of the final divorce decree needs to be produced.

4. Prenuptial certificate of health issued not more than two months prior to the date of the marriage by a medical doctor after:
- serological tests for syphilis,
- serological tests to determine blood types and possibly the presence of irregular anti-bodies,
- and further for females also serological tests for rubella and toxoplasma.
It is possible to have these tests done in France.

Regarding prenuptial agreements, if no special measures are taken by the parties with a French Notary or an attorney at law in the States, prior to the marriage, then they are considered married under the communaute reduite aux acquets. This means that what each party owns personally prior to the marriage, or whatever comes to them afterwards through inheritance, remains their own property. Only what is acquired during the marriage is owned equally by both parties.

All foreign documents need be legalized prior to being presented in the French authorities. American documents can be legalized by obtaining the Apostille provided for by the Hague Convention which was signed by the United States on October 15, 1981. The apostille is usually obtained through the office of the Secretary of State of whatever state the document was issued in.

In all cases, it is recommended that the couple contact the Marriage Bureau of City hall upon arrival in France as extra documents may be required, such as a residence affidavit. All the documents above must be translated into French for presentation to French officials. Translations can be done in the United States of America by a Translating Agency or by a certified translator in France. If the translations are done in America the translations as well as the original of the document must be presented to the French Consulate General for verification.

American citizens holding ordinary American passports are not required to obtain a visa for a trip to France as long as they do not stay longer than 3 months. The visa exemption does not apply to journalists or to members of airline crews no matter what the length of their stay. American citizens holding diplomatic or official passports must obtain a visa before going to France no matter what the length of their stay. Other foreign nationals must check with the visa section of the Consulate General of France.

As the legal requirements for getting married in France are complex and may be reviewed or amended at any time, it is recommended that you engage a competent wedding planner if you wish to get married in France. Not only will she advise you on up-to-date legal requirements she can assist you with every little detail for your special day.

A fairytale chateau in France is a magical location for your wedding vows.

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by Corina Clemence. She runs a romantic fairytale luxury chateau in the Loire Valley, for up to fifteen people ideal for visiting vineyards, castles and perfect for a beautiful french wedding. http://www.loirechateau.com Rent a castle in France

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• Family and guests: Will family members be invited? If you’re not inviting anyone to your wedding, you’ll have to keep in mind that feelings can, and probably will, be hurt. If you do hope to have a gathering of friends and family to witness your nuptials, you’ll have to consider whether this trip is something they can afford. Not everyone can comfortably bear the cost of airfare, hotel, wedding gift and any meals not included in the wedding festivities.

• Cost: One of the first considerations when planning a destination wedding, of course, will be cost. Will you and your intended be able to afford the cost of flying to another area, staying in a hotel and paying wedding costs? If money is no object, you’ll want to move on to your other considerations, namely family.

• Wedding Dress: Will you be wearing a formal designer dress or a less formal beach wedding dress. How will you pack it and get it to your destination. You can send it ahead, but then you might risk it getting lost or damaged en route. You can also check it with your luggage, but you’ll have to trust the airline not to lose or misplace your bags. Your best bet is to treat your wedding dress as carry-on luggage. This means however, there has to be room enough in the overhead compartment. Discuss this detail with your travel agent who may have a suggestion. She may also be able to make arrangements with the airline for your wedding dress to be hung in the flight attendants cabin. Places famous for destination weddings such as Las Vegas include wedding dress rental in many of their wedding packages. This may be something to look into.

• Legalities: What is involved in getting married in your chosen location? Will you need a blood test? What types of identification are required? Will your marriage be legal and binding in this country? Thoroughly research this before making any arrangements. The last thing you want is being told at the last minute you can’t get married because your paperwork isn’t in order. Marriage certificates can cost you quite a bit. Don’t forget the translation costs, if you are getting married abroad.

• Photographers/Videographers. Will you be bringing someone from your city/state or you prefer to hire someone at the location. This can get tricky. When bringing a photographer with you, cost can be a factor, since you’ll have to cover all the costs (flights, meals, housing). If you are getting married outside of North America, you should know that most photographers/videographers don’t have up to date equipment available. If you are doing a wedding in Cuba, you can be certain they can’t provide the same high end equipment, since it’s usually in the in the range of $10,000-20,000 Chances are they’ll be using outdated cameras. They can be cheaper than your own photographers, but you do you really want to risk it? Getting your prints can be a hassle, since fast communication is not always possible.

About the Author

by Robert Thomson. Dmitri is a well known wedding photographer in Canada with experience doing local and destination weddings. For more information or to see his portfolio,please contact him directly to plan your perfect wedding.

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“Your wedding day is supposed to be the most memorable day of your life, a day that you will cherish with friends and family, and fondly recall in years to come. As part of making that day special, it’s important to make sure you get everything right, down to the very last detail.

It is probably the one day of your life that you can spend fortunes and enjoy an array of luxuries in cementing your commitment in front of your loved ones. The jewel in the crown of any wedding ceremony is a wedding limo, and by arriving in style you can really set the tone for the day ahead. In this article we will look at how you can arrange a limousine service for your wedding, and what you should take into account when doing so.

A wedding limo is a great novelty, and it can leave you feeling like royalty upon arrival at your wedding destination. Whilst booking a limo is often viewed as an out-and-out extravagance, it can actually turn out to be quite good value for money in comparison to other wedding cars and other items of wedding expenditure. So, why not arrive in style to your wedding, and give yourself a day to remember?

If you are booking a wedding limo, it is important that you bear in mind a few simple steps that could save you time on the day and make sure everything goes smoothly. First of all, make sure the limousine operator understands you are hiring for a wedding. Explain to them exactly what time the wedding starts at, and when you want to be picked up, taking care to allow plenty of time for traffic and even some extra time in the limousine to enjoy the ride! By leaving plenty of time between pick-up and necessary arrival time, you can ensure that you arrive comfortably for your big day to prevent the hassle and stress involved with running behind schedule.

Additionally, it is always a good idea to make sure that both you and the driver know exactly where the wedding is, and that you brief him with directions beforehand. Whilst this may seem silly, it is imperative that everyone knows exactly where they are going as a back-up measure to avoid taking a wrong turn or getting lost along the way.

Booking a limousine service for your wedding can be a great way to augment an already special day, and it can make you feel on top of the world with your grand entrance. With all your friends and family around waiting to welcome you on your big day, a wedding limo can be a great way to make a memorable entrance. Bear in mind that you should allow plenty of time to enjoy the ride, and of course, make sure you know exactly where you’re going direction-wise for the big day.”

About the Author

by Khurram Noor. Toronto Limo writer Khurram Noor works for few Toronto wedding Limo magazines. Supplementary editorials written by the author related to Toronto Airport Limo, Oakville Limo and Toronto limo service can be found on the net.

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“Picking the perfect wedding venue is an important part of planning your wedding and one that should not be taken lightly. The venue of the wedding will be a large factor in determining your them and decorations and it should therefore be done carefully. Some things to consider when picking a wedding venue are list below

Trust
First and foremost you want to trust your instincts when picking a wedding venue. It pays to take time and visit as many different venues as possible. Check in your local phone book or on the web and create a list of potential candidates. Then make arrangements to visit the sites with your fianc�e ahead of time. It can help to keep a list of the venues that you visit and jot down a few notes about each one. This will help jog your memory after you have visited 10 or 15 sites it can become difficult to remember each one.

While you are visiting the wedding venue make sure to just spend some time idling looking around. Don’t be rushed by someone who is trying to show off the site. Rather take your time and absorb the surroundings. Imagine your wedding in your mind and see if it fits with the place. Most of all trust your instincts. You will know when you have found a good potential site it will just feel right.

Time
In picking a venue you will want to consider the time of the wedding. Certain venues naturally lend themselves to a certain time of the day and if your wedding does not fit then the site will not work for you. For example if you are planning on having an outdoor wedding in the evening it might not be wise to have it at wide open park. Rather a smaller garden venue might be more beneficial as heating lamps could easily be added or a tent to keep in some of the warmth. So think about the time that you will be holding the wedding as you visit the wedding venue. If it is possible a second visit to a select group of venues might be best made at the same time that the wedding will take place. This way you can get a better feel for the sights, sound and feel of the site.

Space
You want to carefully consider the amount of space avliable at the wedding venue. Is it large enough to hold your entire wedding party? Or if you are planning to have a smaller intimate wedding you do not want a site that is too large either. So planning ahead based on the size of your wedding you to make sure the size and space at the venue will enhance the wedding and not detract from it.

Restrictions
Check with the person giving you a tour of the site if there are any restrictions. Often there can be restrictions about the amount and type of wedding decorations that can be used and you will want to know this beforehand. Sometimes there can also be restrictions on noise and this is something you will want to know when making your plans. If you know what the restrictions are but really love the wedding venue it can be fairly easy to adapt the decorations and wedding plan to fit the venue and its restrictions. However you want to know this before hand and not last minute so it can be very helpful to ask early.

Parking
This is something to think about when you visit the venue. Is there enough parking space for everyone who is attending the wedding. Expecting guests to park far away and walk can really be a lot to ask. You want the event to be as easy as possible and ample parking can really help your guests feel welcomed. This is especially those guests that arrive fashionable late to the event.

By visiting potential wedding venue sites before hand you can really learn a lot and then make an informed decision based on your findings. The most important thing to consider is how you feel about the site. Again trust your instinct in this arena and make sure the site is something that speaks to you. It should be a lace that you can easily imagine yourself getting married at.”

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Las Vegas (often informally abbreviated to “Vegas”) is one of the most dynamic cities in the world. It has “reinvented” itself as an internationally known vacation, shopping, entertainment, and gambling destination. In short, it has become a hotspot for dining, vacationing and shopping over the years. Much more than just casino’s.

The Grand Canyon

For the geographically challenged you’ll be pleased to note that visiting the Grand Canyon is available while on a Las Vegas tour. The park was founded as Grand Canyon National Monument in 1908 by President Theodore Roosevelt, and became a national park in 1919.

The Grand Canyon we visit today is a gift from past generations. It is a massive canyon carved over several million years by the Colorado River. One of the most spectacular examples of erosion anywhere in the world, Grand Canyon is unmatched in the incomparable vistas it offers to visitors on the rim. Visit the south rim of the Grand Canyon and see just where they get all those great shots on the post cards, or take a helicopter trip 4,000 feet down to the base and have a picnic.

While down there you could take the time to explore some American Indian land. The Grand Canyon is among the most popular of camping and hiking destinations, and is more than 217 miles long. At its narrowest it is a mere 4 miles across, while some pieces of it stretch a yawning 18 miles wide. Try your hand at whitewater, or calm water, rafting in the Colorado River that flows along the base of this amazing canyon.

Ghost Towns

Ghost towns are another popular choice when taking a Las Vegas tour, with Potosi Ghost Town being one of the first ghost towns in Nevada. Originally settled by Mormon pioneers, it was their drive for self-sufficiency economically that led to them mining for lead. About 9,000 pounds of lead was recovered from the “Mountain of Lead” 30 miles southwest of the mission at Las Vegas Springs before smelting difficulties forced the remote mine to be abandoned in 1857. In 1861 interested parties in California reopened the Potosi mine and what is now called the Union Pacific was built through the area in 1905. A lot of history resides in these old ghost towns you can visit during a Las Vegas tour.

Secret Garden of Siegfried & Roy and the Dolphin Habitat

Fun choices for the animal enthusiast on a Las Vegas tour, the Secret Garden is a natural habitat that allows you a chance to get a closer look at the rare breeds Siegfried and Roy use in their nightly shows. Catch a glimpse of the famous Royal White Tigers, Bengal tigers, the panthers and snow leopards as well as an Asian elephant. Right next door at the Mirage Hotel you can watch the dolphins play in a habitat that is as close as you can get to natural in the middle of a desert. If your Las Vegas tour doesn’t include these sights in the plan, you might stop by to see them anyway, as the admission covers both locations.

Elvis-A-Rama Museum

Interested in seeing a massive homage to one of the biggest musical stars of all time? Check out the Elvis-A-Rama Museum on your Las Vegas tour and see over $3 million worth of Elvis memorabilia in this unique tribute located behind the Fashion Show Mall. Among the more notable pieces in this collection are the 35kt red star ruby ring and many custom designed Hollywood movie outfits he wore. Even his fantastic automobiles and first ski boat are on display, along with an 80 foot long Elvis-A-Rama mural by artist Robert Shappy which is noted as the world’s largest tribute to the “King”.

With a shark reef inside Mandalay Bay Hotel & Casino, circus shows inside Circus Circus, and tropical birds to be seen in the Tropicana you rarely need to leave your hotel to see interesting sights. But for the best in Las Vegas adventure, be sure to book yourself a Las Vegas tour.

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You can start your budget trip to Vegas by getting the cheapest flights to Las Vegas.

If you are prepared to put in a little effort you can find cheap Las Vegas flight deals. Thankfully the Internet makes that really easy for you.

Let’s start scouting the best airfare deals now.

Online Discounters

Look for airfares on http://expedia.com. They have a lot of package deals and get reduced tickets from many large airlines. They are a fast way to see what prices are available, though they won’t necessarily have the lowest prices for you. It’s a great base to start from.

Here are some more online discounters:

Cheap Tickets Expedia Travelocity Best Fares Lowest Fare

Online Consolidators/Auction

http://www.Hotwire.com and http://www.Priceline.com are great places to get reduced airfare prices, provided you are flexible with the times and days you want to fly to Vegas. You won’t get the full details until you have paid. And don’t commit until you have found the lowest rates.

Some airlines advertise internet specials so check out airlines that fly to Las Vegas where you are just in case.

You’d be amazed to find out how much airline tickets fluctuate in a 24 hour period. If you see an airfare you are interested during the day, check again after midnight. Chances are that the price is cheaper.

If all else fails here are a few tricks for getting cheap flights to Las Vegas.

Stay overnight on a Saturday. Flights during the week are always dearer because people are assumed to be high rolling business big shots who fly anywhere during the week.

If your city has more than one airport try the smaller airport. Sometimes they can offer cheaper fares

Be flexible about the time of day you want to fly and the exact date. Look an airline deals for the day before and day after your preferred travel date

The dreaded red-eye flight to Las Vegas. Flying overnight can save you a heap of cash. If you don’t like the idea of flying to Vegas on a red-eye then fly one home. Chances are you’ll be so pleasantly exhausted after your fun Vegas vacation that you will enjoy the extra sleep on the plane.

Never accept the first fare quoted. More often than not a less expensive deal will come up within hours of your booking.

Sometimes it may be cheaper to buy two round trip tickets – one for the day you want to leave home and the day you want to leave Vegas – than buying one regular round trip fare.

Book your flight well in advance. Airlines usually sell tickets much less the earlier you book it.

If you book a flight with an airline and subsequently see them advertising cheaper flights call the airline and complain demanding a refund for the difference

What is the best way to get a stand-by seat?

Reserve an economy seat for your flight. Arrive at the airport the day you want to leave and see if you can get a standby ticket (the best standby days are Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday). If you can get a standby seat then become a no-show on your economy ticket for a full refund.

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The type of music that you choose to play in your wedding should be an expression of both the bride and groom personalities, personal taste, and the overall theme of the wedding.

It is important to select the right music, because the music will become a pervading presence all through out the wedding, and right down to the reception. Music creates an atmosphere. It will set the mood of your wedding.

During the wedding itself, the choice of music usually depends on the wedding. Most church ceremonies do not allow secular music. They stick to more traditional, or religious music. A man and a woman duet is usually sung during the ceremony. A church organist usually provides the majority of the music.

For the reception, the bride and groom has a choice of recorded music, or live music. If you opt for recorded music, it would be best to hire the services of a DJ. The best thing about this, is you can request to have all of your favorite songs in the playlist. Ask your friends if they know any good DJs that are willing to play for wedding receptions. If they do not know any, you could always just search the yellow pages, internet, or even contact your local radio station.

Once you have settled on a DJ, have a one on one discussion with the DJ. Just to explain what type of entertainment and mood you want to have during the reception. Also discuss, the selection of music that you have in mind. Ask if the DJ is familiar with wedding protocol. If not, you might want to brief the DJ first about the sensibility of the event.

On the other hand, choosing live music offers you a choice of hiring a band, soloist, instrumentalists, jazz group, etc. It all depends on what kind of theme you have in mind for you wedding.

For more formal weddings, classical groups, piano soloists, and instrumentalists are more appropriate. It would not be a bad idea, to also consider the sensibilities of your guests, to ensure that everyone has a good time!

If you want to have a rocking good time for the reception of your wedding, then hiring a band is the way to go! The energy of a live band gets people going. There is nothing else that spells a rocking good time better, than a rock and roll band.

Before hiring a band, ask them if you could listen to their music first. This will help you decide if that particular band is just right for you. Also discuss, if the band will do emcee duties, as well as provide the music.

It is best to hire a band that has had previous experience with wedding receptions. This way, they would know what to expect, and will be able to provide the proper entertainment that is fitting for the occasion.

You always want to keep the music going, so include some background music even when the meals are being served, or when the bride and groom are doing their rounds of greeting, having their pictures taken, etc. This will also maintenance the atmosphere of the wedding all through out the reception. So choose wisely, because your choice of music can make or break this occasion!”

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“Are you planning to have a simple natural wedding outdoors? Outdoor weddings are very popular and what is more natural then getting married in a beautiful outdoor setting. Maybe it is the backyard of a family house or a more formal garden either way this is sure to be a crowd pleasers. However special care and attention needs to be taken into consideration when planing outdoor wedding decorations. They need to be strong enough to withstand the elements. You do not want a candle in flimsy paper bag when the wind is starting to pick up is a sure recipe for disaster. However with careful planning for the outdoor wedding decorations can ensure a beautiful wedding environment.

Typically with outdoor wedding the best mantra to keep in mind is less is more. When you are outside in a beautiful garden you want the guests to enjoy the beauty of the natural surroundings and not the overly pushy decorations demanding their attention. So with the less is more in mind there are some things that can be done to really spruce up the space.

Arch or Trellis
An arch or trellis can be a wonderful decoration for an outdoor wedding. An arch typically acts as a framing device for the wedding. It will frame the bride and groom and set them apart from the rest of the wedding party. These can easily be left plain or decorated with ribbons, balloons or flowers. Consult with your florist to get some ideas of cut flowers that can be added to decorate the arch.

Lanterns and Lights
Lanterns or strings of light hung around the wedding site in the trees can be a nice classic touch especially for wedding that take place at sunset. These will help illuminate the event and again kind of frame the wedding site in a beautiful glow.

Flowers
There might already be an abundance of flowers in the garden. However depending on the time of year potted plants and flowers can be nice additions to the wedding decorations. Filling in large empty spaces and setting the wedding site apart from the rest of the garden.

Water?
Is there a small body of water at the event maybe a small lake or fountain nearby? These can provide wonderful opportunities for floating candles. Purchasing small plastic or glass boats to float candles in can be a wonderful decoration idea. Especially for weddings that take place at sunset these can be a classic addition and provide a soft glowing airy feel to the event.

Having an wedding outdoors can be a wonderful treat. The natural beauty of the setting will really provide the bulk of your decorations. However a few simple additions of outdoor wedding decorations can add a nice touch to the overall feeling. By using natural materials like an old bird cage or water can really enhance the overall feel of the event. Whatever you plan for your outdoor wedding decorations make sure it is rough and ready for the elements and not something that you will have to constantly be fixing or worrying about.”

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