Saturday, 28 November 2009

A Wedding For All Seasons

By Diana Carver

In times gone by it was not uncommon for young mates to consult the Tarot as to what calendar month of the year according to the stars would be their best time to wed, this would count on what time of year their sun or moon sign was inline with Venus the goddess of love, which I would take as a optimistic sign, & so on. In Person I would like to think that the longevity of a wedding would count on the love of you & your partner and not on the date you get wed.

Now days the reasons that make us decide dissent a little. Each season brings its own trend and flavor to a wedding. The time of year you select to get married will indeed affect the style & economics of the wedding in many ways including location of the reception, honeymoon destinations, wedding theme & price. Whatever kind of marriage you desire there will be a season to suit you.

An autumn marriage brings to mind golden and copper themes through the fabrics & the flowers. Flowers this season are natural however rich. Take bold colours in purples russets, yellow and reds. Add a natural turn with dark leafy foliages & wood containers. If you choose flowers that are in season this will bring down the price a little.

Seasonal fruits that you can include on the menu are Apples & Pears; these are in season all year round. All these constituents combined will bring a nice autumn breeze to the day. Bear in mind that August is quite common for weddings, if you are having the reception in a hotel book well in advance. The weather is also superb if you are thinking of honeymooning in Europe. Stay clear of south East Asia though as these are experiencing their monsoon seasons.

The winter wonderland wedding, a very romantic setting of Burning log fires, mulled wine receptions & Christmas card settings. This would defiantly be an indoor wedding, maybe in a castle or Hotel decorated with rich reds & golden glowing wax lights.

A December wedding is a good thought as the wedding reception price is dribbled in many hotels in the first few days after Christmas. The holiday spirit that is still hovering at this time will contribute to the ambience. Snowdrops, Tulips, Amaryllis, & White geisha include some of the winter flowers. Seasonal fruits to be enjoyed include winterberries, Apricots, Cherries & dates.

A New Years Eve marriage can be a good idea, ringing in the New Year with a festive and fun time for all required. Honeymoon destinations for the winter months deviate, you can opt for a skiing holiday with a amorous log cabin accommodation or maybe head for the sun kissed beached of Thailand. Keeping in mind flights are normally scarce & overpriced around Christmas so book your honeymoon well in advance.

Spring / Summer sun will allow for beautiful garden weddings adorned with all of mother natures glory, a charming season for a wedding. The colors & flowers to select from are in abundance from roses to the petals of the cherry blossom, the look of this season is relaxed & simple taking bold blossoms & strong colors softening them with driftwood or delicate wisps of grass and raffia. Some of the fruits in season are Peaches, passion fruit, and Citrus fruits, and Quinces.

Freshly picked chocolate dipped strawberries would go down well with a champagne reception. A marquee would be a great idea for this season allowing everyone to soak up the atmosphere, remember to include catering & furniture hire as part of the costs if you are watching the budget. The world is your oyster as far as honeymoons go however remember our summer is winter in most of the southern hemisphere including Australia.

Whatever your plans don't stress yourself & take as much help from friends and family to make the big day one to remember for all. Booking your honeymoon online including accommodation & avoiding travel agents can save time & money.

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