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An integral part of any successful wedding celebration
is the post ceremony reception. It is a time for the invited
guests to gather once more and celebrate, over food and
drink, the new union of the bride and groom. A properly
planned reception may include many accessories to accentuate
the occasion such as place-card holders, party favors and
keepsakes. These simple additions serve to increase the
overall appeal of the wedding and add a personal touch to
the joyous occasion.
Traditional weddings receptions will typically include
a wedding cake, often with a topper placed atop the cake.
While it is not mandatory, a cake topper is a great accessory
to enhance the appearance of the cake and will, again, add
a personalization perhaps not otherwise achieved by the
baking staff or catering company. In addition to a pleasant
design element, cake toppers serve as a convenient keepsake
for the new wedding couple to commemorate and memorialize
the wedding event. Cake toppers come in many forms, sizes
and designs, although typical toppers are made of ceramic
and represent the bride and groom in their formal wedding
attire.
While traditional cake toppers are widely available, a
more modern approach might be to select one which represents
the unique personality of the couple such as a humorous
pose or non-traditional outfits. Other more personalized
options can include a custom monogram, a topper with the
couple’s initials engraved into it, or a crystal monogrammed
letter for a more elegant look. There are many design options
available for the cake topper depending on the size and
shape of the wedding cake and the level of personalization
the couple wish to use.
While the cake topper is an excellent accessory that is
both traditional and easily customizable, there are many
other design elements to add to the ceremony and reception
that can be considered. Essentials such as napkins, candles,
centerpieces, and party favors can all be customized to
the wedding event. For instance, napkins for use during
dinner or cocktail hours are available in many colors and
styles and can be personalized with the wedding couple’s
initials or a message embossed into the fabric.
Other items to consider for personalization are party favors
and keepsakes. Items such as customized table centerpieces
may be utilized at guest tables during the reception dinner.
Additionally, personalized union candles can be made for
use during the ceremony. Of course gifts for the wedding
party should also be an important consideration.
Personalizing gifts for the best man, maid of honor, groomsmen,
and bridesmaids, are a great way to customize the wedding
event and show appreciation for those closest to the new
husband and wife. Engraved accessories such as cufflinks,
pocket watches, broaches, or flasks are just some ideas
which might be considered. Other more utilitarian ideas,
which may include monogrammed robes, make-up compacts, handbags,
picture frames, or key chains, make great gift ideas.
With even a minimal effort there are many convenient ways
to highly customize the wedding event. By adding simple
touches to the ceremony and reception, a wedding can be
transformed into an elegant and personalized event to be
long remembered for years to come. By adding custom keepsakes
and favors to the wedding, the guests and wedding party
will have something, in addition to their memories, to treasure
and remind them of the union.
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