creative and unique non traditional wedding ideas

15 Creative and Unique Non-Traditional Wedding Ideas

For a bride-to-be who seldom follows the crowd, a conventional wedding will never satiate her. Take a small journey with Buzzle to find a variety of non-traditional ideas that'll take your wedding to a whole new level.

Amber Tamblyn tied the knot in a yellow dress, Cynthia Nixon wore green, Jessica Biel had a pink gown on, Ellen Pompeo and Shenae Grimes wore black, and Sofia Coppola wore a lavender gown. If these gorgeous celebrities aren't shy to break the tradition, then what's stopping you? Whether the gown has a splash of color, ornate detailing around the neckline, or intricate embroidery, be sure to pick a style that complements your personality. (Check the slideshow above for more inspiration.)
4. Bridesmaids in white can truly be a thing now.
Now if the bride is being unconventional, how can we forget the maid of honor and bridesmaids? It is said that only the bride can wear white at her wedding. Well, you don't have to follow that 'rule' if you don't want to. We say let the bridesmaids be adorned in white dresses.
5. Bouquets for bridesmaids and boutonnières for groomsmen would be good to get a makeover.
Non-floral bouquets and boutonnières are widely accepted, and give you an opportunity to be creative. Have the bridesmaids carry an envelope purse or clutch, a decorative lantern, an oriental fan, or a pinwheel. But if you want to have them hold a bouquet, try one made with felt, fabric, or paper rosettes, seashells, burlap, or feathers. As for the groomsmen, ask them to accessorize their attire with either feather, button, burlap, felt, fabric, seashell, or superhero figurine boutonnières.
6. Walk down the aisle in style.
Want to make your entrance memorable? Instead of asking your father (or someone else from the family) to walk you down the aisle, walk with your dog or ride in on a bicycle. Both ideas are unique and will work perfectly for the kind of wedding you wish to have.
7. Meet before the ceremony for a romantic photo shoot.
Forgo the belief that it's bad luck for the groom to see his bride before the ceremony, in her wedding dress. You can take a pre-wedding photo shoot and relax in each other's company. Plus, the bride will be freshly dolled-up, so the pictures are bound to be perfect.
8. Instead of just the bride walking down the aisle, ride in together.
Ride down the aisle on a bicycle with your gorgeous bride-to-be and have the most amazing time. Trust us, no one at the ceremony would be expecting such a grand, fun entrance from the couple.
9. Ditch the arch. How does setting a grand stage sound?
Set the 'stage' for the ceremony by replacing the traditional arch decorated with fresh flowers with an actual stage.
10. Origami cranes decorating the wedding arch. How (un)original!
But, if an arch is on your mind, we recommend decorating it with origami cranes hanging from the arch. You can also substitute the cranes with colorful streamers, dreamcatchers, and pinwheels.
11. Decorating the aisle and pews with something other than the 'flowers of the month'.
Let's not forget about decorating the aisle and pews for the ceremony. For an inexpensive, yet whimsical idea, stick paper hearts and flowers up and down the aisle for a romantic décor. And as for the pews, hanging wicker hearts will surely steal the show.
12. Wedding programs printed on a piece of paper get an astounding makeover.
Let your guests munch away as they wait for the bride to walk down the aisle. Oh, look! The wedding program is printed along the side for them to read. But, if you're trying to keep the cost down, but still inform your guests about what's to come, place a chalkboard at the entrance instead.
13. Table numbers and centerpieces for the reception tables should be memorable.
Reception table centerpieces with flowers and fruits, and card centerpieces are done to death. Our suggestion is to think outside the box and come up with ideas that truly imaginative. For the centerpiece, we give you a tree made with hearts, and a wine bottle to denote the table numbers.
14. Think beyond fondant flowers to decorate the wedding cake. And those cake toppers? Forget about it.
Leave the meticulously-decorated tiered wedding cakes with flowers and fondant be, and surprise your guests with a cake that showcases your personality. On the other hand, you can completely do away with cake and have a dessert table or a separate area with different types of candies.
15. Forget the guest book. Let's get a giant canvas and blow everyone's minds away.
Skip the guest book, and instead, opt for a giant canvas with your portrait on it for the guests to sign on. Or, how about placing a 'wishing well' box at the reception venue where everyone can write down their wishes and advice for the newlyweds? Also, for convenience sake, you can keep mason jars on every table. 'Unique' is a word often used by brides-to-be, but only a handful of them truly have the courage to walk that path. The kind of wedding you wish to plan and organize may not be accepted by everyone. But guess what? This is your big day, and it should look the way you have imagined it to be. So, be confident about your decisions and stay true to your heart, and your wedding will speak for itself.

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