Summer solstice is a pagan celebration of fertility and
religion. It is the time of year when for us here in the UK the sun is closest
to earth and many celebrate with big displays of fire and light. Beacons are
lit and bonfires are built. What better way to get in on this party than to have
yourselves a solstice themed wedding?!
I’m thinking a subtle pale green running theme complimented
with brightly coloured flowers and simple summer food.
Keeping your themed day simple but effective, I would be
looking for a centre piece that embraces the light and fire of the festival,
for example white lanterns filled with candles.
And why not add extra tea-lights dotted around? They really
do bring a little something extra to the room and will look fabulous later in
the evening when the sun finally begins to set!
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| 100 Tealights £3 from Tesco |
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| White lantern £4 each from Hobbycraft |
So name cards, keeping it fresh and outdoorsy themed, what about small wood carvings with peoples names printed on? Drill a small hole in the top and attach a ring and you've got yourself a favour of a personalised key ring too! Guests love to feel that some thought has gone into their small token! Not only that, but they will cost you next to nothing to make except your time and skills :-)
Gerberas, daisies and freesias are all in bloom in June and
make for a perfect summer bouquet. Maybe look at adding flower hair garlands to
your bridesmaids and flower girls to get that midsummer feeling!
Ask your venue whether a BBQ or hog roast is an option
rather than a sit down 3 course meal. If the weather is warm and sunny then
there’s nothing worse than being kept in your seat in a stuffy room wading
through the formalities. Opt for a more relaxed and informal day where guests
can mill about and socialise, helping themselves to a lavish buffet abundant
with salads and a delicious BBQ that really makes use of the weather. Rain on
the day? No worries, most venues should be able to cook up a BBQ in a normal
kitchen!
To finish your day how about mini fire pits (venue allowing) or chimeneers for guests to mingle around outside? Buy some marshmallows and let them get toasting, adding a twist to what can sometimes be a lovely but unoriginal evening buffet!
Create a day that your friends and family will look back on and go "Oh wow! wasn't it great when they did this" and "I still use my favour to this day, such a great idea!"
Love from
Your BBF
