Your wedding is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that will be planned for months and over all too soon, though the resulting memories and photos will last forever. A Valentine’s Day wedding can be one for the ages, especially if you choose to go off-script a bit and choose unique, personal touches that display your personality and style beautifully. Step outside of the red, white, and pink box to plan the perfect Valentine’s Day wedding with these 10 tips from Rose Hill Weddings.
Plan Early! Valentine’s Day is one of the most popular wedding dates chosen all year. Be sure to secure your venue, as well as your caterer, flowers, cake, and everything else, well in advance to avoid any last-minute confusion or stress.
Color Scheme. Of course, we expect some version of red, pink and white. But that doesn’t mean you have to stick to the palette of elementary school bulletin boards. Think of deep burgundies, bright berry colors, blush pinks, and creamy off-whites when creating your special color palette.
Let them eat cake! This might be the most fun part of a Valentine’s Day wedding. Whether you choose petit fours, chocolate-covered strawberries, or a heart-shaped red velvet cake, nothing says Valentine’s Day like romantic sweets.
Dancing… and all that jazz Consider including your Valentine’s Day theme in the music you choose, like every song having the word “Love” in the title. Or invite guests to request their favorite love song for the DJ to spin for everyone to enjoy, even from different decades.
Fantastic Flowers Of course there’s a romance in the tradition of classic red roses on Valentine’s Day, but you can also bring the beauty of this occasion into your day with lilies, tulips, or other varieties of flowers. Choose white, cream, lavender or soft pink to offset the bright reds of the season.
Shoes. Seriously, this is where your wedding really gets fun. Be sassy, be comfy, be a little exotic… but definitely let your personality shine with the shoes you choose. A red sole on a white pump, hot pink 80s-style high heels, or delicate pink ballet slippers are all options for your Valentine’s Day wedding.
Dress Up Let your Valentine’s Day style shine with the dresses and suits your wedding party will wear. Whether you design a black and white wedding with red accents or infuse the romance of top hats and tails to your look, make sure your wedding party fits your dream Valentine’s Day wedding.
Decor They say the devil’s in the details, and that’s never more true than with wedding decorating. Add your own personality and style with the small details you include and make this day your own. Add a childlike vibe with paper chains and frilly Valentines as placecards, or give a modern vibe with sheer fabrics, clean lines and metallic or mirrored accents.
Lighting From candlelight to pink spotlights on the dance floor, the lighting you choose for your ceremony and reception will set the mood for your special day. Give your guests the romantic vibe a Valentine’s Day wedding calls for and enjoy the ambiance you create.
Extra Pizzazz Little extras like heart-shaped signage, white doves, or a Valentine candy bar will play with the holiday vibe and create sweet memories for all. Use old-school Valentine’s cards for place cards, give small bouquets or single roses as favors, and replace the traditional photo booth with a kissing booth for sweetheart pictures.
Create lasting memories on a day known for romance when you plan a Valentine’s Day wedding. Give your guests sweet surprises and unexpected treats with twists on a traditional theme that will keep them smiling long after the last rose petals have been thrown. For more great ways to design a special Valentine’s Day wedding, talk to the wedding experts at Rose Hill Weddings. We’re here to help you select the details and designs that will make your big day as special as you are.