Want a country barefoot wedding. I know I want to where a cotton white dress with dried flowers(and the bridesmaid and flowergirls) where could I find them? Any ideas on what the groom should wear? I also would like a picnic reseption any ideas on favors
2006-10-06 10:48:51 · 7 answers · asked by dumbblond 3 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
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Written by Jennifer Marlo Illinois
A country wedding can be a beautiful and unique alternative to a more traditional wedding ceremony and/or reception. If you enjoy relaxing in pastoral settings, or even if you just find them intriguing, a country-themed wedding might be for you.
If you have decided you do want a country wedding, the first step in the planning process should be to decide on a date. This will dictate much of your wedding ? whether it will be held indoors or outdoors, what you and the wedding party will wear, even what decorations you will use.
Once you have decided on a date, it seems logical to select a location. If the season permits, an outdoor wedding can be beautiful. However, Mother Nature does not always cooperate, even for the most ardent nature lovers. If you do choose to have an outdoor ceremony or reception, always plan for the worst. It is better to be married in your second-choice venue or a tent than to have all your guests drenched by a sudden spring downpour. Many towns have older, small, quaint churches that would be perfect for a country wedding.
No matter where your wedding is held, natural, beautiful decorations are a must. To get your creative juices flowing, think about the country. To you, the country might mean white picket fences, fields of wild flowers, freshly baled haystacks, or a neighborhood get-together around the grill. Whatever your definition of country, use it to guide your decorating decisions. A charming entrance to the wedding ceremony or reception is a flower-covered arch. Arches can be rented or bought inexpensively and easily covered with fresh flowers or silk garlands. Another delightful and less-used option is a white picket fence or gate. These can be constructed solely for the wedding, or may already be a part of the venue. Either way, decorate the fence especially for your wedding. Place a fresh or silk wreath on the gate, or tied bundles of flowers or herbs on the fence posts.
Make the most of natural elements by using them as inexpensive and beautiful decorations. A simple terra-cotta pot of flowers can serve as a gorgeous centerpiece. If you have a little more money, mini pots of the same flowers would be adorable place cards and favors. If the wedding is indoors, hang honeysuckle vines or floral garlands from the ceiling. Intertwine them with white Christmas lights for a stunning starry night effect. If the wedding is outdoors, hang lanterns from trees or drape the trees with white lights. Glass mason jars also make charming candleholders for hanging lanterns or centerpieces. Or, fill the jars with water, stick in some fresh wild flowers, and you have an instant, unfussy centerpiece.
Mason jars can also serve as drinking jars. Nothing says country like drinking lemonade or iced tea from a jar. Stack the jars upside down near the buffet table or set one at each place setting. Provide large gallon jars of iced tea and lemonade to fill the jars and don?t forget to include a long stainless ladle for each jar. Drinks in glass bottles look delightful in iced galvanized buckets and provide your guests with more options. Along with the beverages, you can easily supply your own hors d'oeuvres without a lot of preparation work. A buffet setup works well for country weddings. A large mound of attractive, ripe fruits can serve as both decoration and appetizers. The perfect accompaniment to fruit is a nice selection of crusty breads, crackers, and cheeses. Serve the breads in napkin-lined galvanized tubs with a variety of butters and spreads. Whatever your main course is, it shouldn?t be too complicated or frou-frou. Simple grilled chicken breasts and vegetables or a pasta and salad bar work well and are usually reasonably priced. For a final country touch, choose a simple, yet delicious wedding cake adorned with fresh or silk flowers.
The most important step in creating a country wedding is to personalize it. Take your own ideas and images of the country and adapt them for your wedding. Whether you and your fianc頣hoose one country touch or a whole country theme, your wedding is sure to reflect your unique personalities.
2006-10-06 11:02:54 · answer #1 · answered by Say It Again M'am 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would say to have one made. So many patterns to choose from and fabrics. You can make the prettiest country dress anyone has ever seen. Know anyone that sews? The groom can wear a cute country outfit, or he can wear overhauls. It's really what you want. Party favors can be a bulb of a favorite flower or seeds of a garden plant tied in a piece of cloth, with a nice thank you for coming note. Congrats and good luck
2006-10-06 10:56:10 · answer #2 · answered by sassykay2002 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try Vintage Dress stores for your dress.
They might sell dried flowers at arts/crafts/candlemaking stores.
Groom can wear a light blue suit with scrumptious cotton shirt.
Also, check out 50's Vogue magazines for wedding dresses or if you like the 70's Glamour. They might have something you would like to make from there.
2006-10-06 12:43:10 · answer #3 · answered by Born Valentine's Day 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
you might have to look online for the dress, try ebay, or see if there is a seamstress in your area that might make you one. for the groom, maybe a plain button down with a suede vest? picnic favors could be things like plastic ants and maybe handed out in little baskets. I hope you find what you're looking for, your idea sounds like it will be a really fun & happy wedding!
Best wishes for the years to come!
2006-10-06 11:01:40 · answer #4 · answered by margarita 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dress Ideas (As I do not know you personally I do not know your tastes or size, but these would be fitting for a country wedding - if you like them but require a different size you could try contacting the seller or looking for other White Renaissance Dresses or even just Chemise's alone):
http://cgi.ebay.com/WHITE-GYPSY-FAERIE-GODET-Renaissance-SUN-DRESS-10-12-L_W0QQitemZ320035180569QQihZ011QQcategoryZ63861QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item320035180569
http://cgi.ebay.com/WHITE-GOTHIC-FLARE-Gypsy-PLUS-SIZE-BoHo-DRESS-18-20w-2X_W0QQitemZ320031287875QQihZ011QQcategoryZ63880QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item320031287875
http://www.swordsofhonor.com/wegowici.html
Dried flowers can be bought at any craft store
Groom should probably go with nice dress slacks, a white button down shirt and a nice vest, no tie
Favors: A Flower Bulb (Your choice of flower, should remind them of you each year as it blooms), A Jar of Homemade Jam
2006-10-06 12:06:04 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
America in general believes that you cannot get married unless you have a $1000 polyester/silk/satin dress.
The only cotton wedding dresses I have seen are Hawaiian dresses. www.hilohattie.com for example.
2006-10-06 11:06:04 · answer #6 · answered by Cinnamon 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Find someone to sew one for you.
2006-10-06 11:13:11 · answer #7 · answered by ndtaya 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋