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Planning a Theme Based Wedding

Numerous brides and grooms love the idea of planning their wedding based around a particular theme. Theme based weddings can be as simple as a color like yellow or an object like a sunflower. It can also be a little more involved, such as basing it on a historical era like medieval times.

A bride in a bridal gown is sitting on the hood of a Corvette
An Elvis look-alike watches a couple exchange vows

Themed Celebrations Reflect Individuality

Whether characterizing your personality, relationship, or venue, there are virtually unbounded theme possibilities, and the only requirement for selecting one is that it has some significance or relevance to you.

Common Theme Ideas

Winter Wonderland

Winter wonderland decorated reception hall

Star Wars

Bridal parties duo with lightsabers

Classic Cars

The newly married are driving away in a classic car

Christmas

Reception tables are set with Christmas decor

Animals

Two deer are on top of cake

Disney

Reception hall decorated with as a Disney scene

Following are other common theme ideas, and there are countless ways you can incorporate them into your wedding day.

Flowers

  • Roses
  • Tiger Lilies
  • Sunflowers
  • Frangipanis
  • Bluebonnets

Animal Themes

  • Dolphins
  • Butterflies
  • Birds
  • Safari
  • Jungle

Historical Era

  • Victorian
  • Medieval
  • Elizabethan
  • Renaissance
  • Antique

Religion

  • Christian
  • Jewish
  • New Age
  • Buddhist
  • Hindi

City Themes

  • New York
  • Paris
  • Venice
  • Honolulu
  • Las Vegas

Garden Ideas

  • Vineyard
  • English
  • Parisian
  • Venetian
  • Enchanted

Cultural Themes

  • Africa
  • Indian
  • Celtic
  • Hispanic
  • Chinese

Tropical Themes

  • Caribbean
  • Moroccan
  • Greek Isles
  • Tahiti
  • Hawaiian Luau

3 Common Theme-Related Decorative Elements

The decorations for your chosen theme can be simple and straightforward. The three main items typically associated with decorating are fabric, floral arrangements, and lighting. Draping of various fabrics can be used to create a scintillating background for the bridal table, and similarly designed fabric can be used for tablecloths. Flowers can be used in a variety of ways to decorate and create a feel of the elected theme. And selective use of lighting can create a mood or fastidious ambiance.

The wedding themes listed here are only a small portion of what is possible. There are limitless options, and the specific theme you choose can be embellished in accordance with the heights of your imagination. What you come up with for you and your guests can only add to the excitement of the day, and as long as it has some special meaning to you, that’s the only ingredient needed to fabricate a grand display for your ceremony and reception.

Additional Tips and Ideas

Visit the Tahoe Blog for more tips about wedding planning or our wedding locations webpage to procure ideas on where to host your event.