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BANQUETS, RECEPTIONS, SHOWERS & PARTIES

Cathy Cassatta, CTW Features

If you’ve always dreamed of an over-the-top

fairytale wedding, from your venue to your

dress and everything in-between, your dream

can come true. Make your day as magical as

you envision with these tips.

PALACES, PLEASE

Nothing says fairytale like a castle. The

aesthetic is already there and your guests will

surely feel like they’re witnessing a prince and

princess exchange vows.

If a castle is out of your range in cost or

proximity, renting a mansion is a good

alternative. Whichever venue you go with,

pick one that works with your colors rather

than spending on covering the carpets and

so forth.

Also, ensure you have enough space to

execute your vision. The ceilings should be

high enough and sturdy enough to hang

chandeliers. When you walk into a reception,

the first place the eyes go is up. Chandeliers

add drama and opulence even in the most

derelict of spaces.

DELIGHT WITH DÉCOR

Just like fairytales are different, so are décor

options. Choose between tender pastel colors

for dark overstated venues and colorful

combinations for ‘blank space’ venues

with lots of natural light. Go for grand tall

centerpieces in spaces with lots of volume

but choose numerous smaller compositions

where you want to create a cozy atmosphere.

Always use lots of candles and dim the lights

for extra ‘wow.’

Flowers can do wonders, too. Try doing a

moss wall embellished with flowing ivy and

accenting it with white, peach, and dusty

pink flowers.

Lush arrangements and over-growing

nature give a “Sleeping Beauty” look while

placing flowers under cake plates, clear glass

whimsical vases and clear glass cloches can

remind guests of “Beauty and the Beast.”

In fact, incorporate accents related to any

fairytale that you desire. An antique teapot

on some of the tables with flowers designed

within, old fairytale books adding to some

of the tablescapes, a glass slipper as another

table accent, giant vintage mirrors and small

pastel blue bird accents.

LOOK THE PART

Your dress can take you and guests into a

world of allure. Pick a style that’s best for your

shape and that’s full of fairytale details. Then

accessorize.

A detachable cape is the perfect accessory

– one that drapes between the shoulders

and attaches at the top of each shoulder to

the lining of the sleeve. But capelets are not

just for the cold shoulder. Go for luxury

combined with glitz by choosing a crystal-

encrusted cape for a signature statement.

Gloves can also add elegance. They can be

wrist length, over the elbow, satin, lace or

even sheer.

For lovers of Romeo and Juliet, your season

has arrived. Romantic wedding dresses

with cinched waists, voluminous shoulders,

flowing fabrics and 3D floral embellishments

are all unforgettable.

And bridesmaids can get in the glamour

game too by glimmering down the aisle

in a full sequin dress. A jeweled sash can

complete the look. Additional accessories

that will help add that extra sparkle to a

bridal party include chandelier earrings or

some pretty metallic heels.

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