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Are you tired of traditional weddings that seem to follow the same template? Do you want your special day to truly stand out and be memorable for everyone involved? Don’t settle for the ordinary when it comes to your wedding. Get ready to break the mold and create a truly unique celebration that reflects your personality and love story. The Blackwell’s show-stopping wedding production inspired a few alternative wedding ideas to make your special day one to remember. Your wedding day should represent who you are as a couple, so don’t be afraid to step outside of tradition and make your day what you want it. Create the memories you want on one of the most incredible days of your life with a red carpet event.
Alternative Wedding Ideas: Creating a Unique Celebration for a Memorable Experience
Add High-quality Audio Visuals
Audio and optics play a huge part in setting the stage (literally) and creating the ambiance you want for the day. The Blackwell’s ceremony venue was transformed into the event of the season with ambient green designs and lighting. However, it wasn’t so much that it overwhelmed the space (you may not want to turn colors while exchanging vows). The green backdrop was a nice touch to elevate the experience and complement their photo and video footage.
Wear Show-Stopping Attire
This is your show: give main character energy. For this red carpet event, the bride wore a dazzling black sequin and lace gown complemented by her sparkly black bouquet and beaded veil. Her man looked sharp in his all-black suit, green pocket square, and, of course, the Yankees cap. You are the stars of the show, but don’t forget to pair eye-catching outfits for your wedding crew, too. The bride’s ladies looked fabulous in their sleek black one-shoulder dresses, and the groom had matching embroidered hats and shades for his guys.
Line the Aisle
Change things up. Instead of having your bridesmaids and groomsmen walk down together and wait at the front, have one set line the aisle while the other walks down before joining at the front in anticipation of the bride’s grand entry.
Take the Stage
This theater-style venue was perfect for the Blackwell’s epic wedding production. Guests filled the tiered theater seats (great for viewing the ceremony!), and the low lights added ambiance. When the couple took the stage, they were in the spotlight with all eyes on them. Far more than a show, this experience felt extra special and meaningful. It can be difficult for guests to engage and fully experience the magnitude of the ceremony with you when they’re 20 rows back without an adequate sound system or view. This setup ensured everyone could see and hear this sacred moment with the Blackwells.
Involve Your Guests
Invite your guests to participate in your wedding production; ask that they wear your signature color (the Blackwells went with striking emerald green and black). You may want to set up a step-and-repeat banner at your reception with a spotlight so you and your guests can walk the red carpet to take glamorous photos, just like the Oscars.
As couples seek to create unique and unforgettable experiences, alternative wedding ideas are becoming increasingly popular—in an unconventional way. Gone are the days of cookie-cutter weddings in a traditional venue. Like the Blackwells, you could add a touch of novelty by incorporating alternative themes, like a masquerade ball, a glamorous black-tie affair, or a concert-inspired wedding.
Don’t shy away from incorporating non-traditional wedding elements like alternative wedding attire, unconventional bouquet choices, or one-of-a-kind wedding favors. Your wedding day is an opportunity to showcase your creativity and create a celebration that truly reflects your love story. Explore alternative wedding ideas and give your special day an unforgettable twist.
Video or It Didn’t Happen | Document the Occasion with Digital Reflections
With an event so unique, you want to make sure you have footage to preserve the memories (and maybe even catch some details you missed in the moment). As your Virginia wedding videographer, I’d love to help you enjoy those moments for a lifetime. Get in touch to start planning your red carp.