Top 5 Planning Tips

Tips for Creating Your Perfect Vow Renewal

So you’ve decided to celebrate your marriage and commitment to one another with a vow renewal, now the planning begins. First off, congratulations! Renewing your vows is really exciting. This is your opportunity to plan a celebration that is uniquely you. Here’s what you need to consider when planning the perfect vow renewal celebration.

Tip 1: Embrace a Theme

Focusing your vow renewal around a theme can make planning all the other parts for much easier from food to decorations to the venue to attire.You’ll be able to create a cohesive look and stay focused on what’s important. Get inspired by the Far East with its vibrant jewel-tone hues, gold details, and fragrant spices. The Roaring ’20s is a popular theme with its pale pinks, lacy gowns, and underground speakeasy vibe. Finally, consider embracing your inner glamor girl and consider a black and white formal ball theme.

Tip 2: Play Up Personal Details

Let your menu reflect who you are as a couple. Whether you prefer quiet dinners at home, exotic Indian dishes, or are wine lovers, choose a menu inspired by your favorites. Plus you can use food and drink to have a little fun and show off your personal differences.  Pair beer and wings for him with martinis and mini pastries for her and you’ll make your reception stand out.

Tip 3: Have Signature Cocktails

Signature cocktails are a great way to personalize your reception and perhaps save a little money at the same time. You can go with two of your long standing favorites or work with your caterer or bartender to come up with new drinks. Feel free to limit your open bar to these selections.

Tip 4: Dine and Dance After Dark

Want to have an “adults only” reception? Have a short ceremony at 7 p.m. or 8 p.m., and then kick off the reception with light food and lots of dancing. This should keep the party going past midnight!  You can wind things up by serving milk and cookies or breakfast favorites like eggs and bacon, before sending guests home.

Tip 5: Add Some Sparkle

What’s a great party without a little bling?  There are so many great little ways to add some sparkle to your day, just don’t go crazy with it! Add some personal sparkle with your accessories or dress by opting for a great necklace, earrings, or intricate beading.  Give your cake some bling with a little edible glitter.  Or add crystals to your centerpieces.