It’s a smart strategy to think about how different types of wedding venues could inspire your wedding planning. From decor, to flowers, to the cake and more, the place you choose for your wedding will lend you many ideas for all kinds of details. But there are some practical considerations you should know about first before you get too far along dreaming about venue-inspired wedding invitation designs.
The most recent edition of Real Simple magazine’s Weddings identified 4 different types of wedding venues. Each of these venues might be perfect for one couple, but terrible for another. Here are some of the practical pitfalls you’ll need to overcome:
Traditional – A church and reception hall
- Lag time between ceremony and reception if you’re marrying in a Catholic church (ceremony must finish before evening Mass)
- Spacious reception halls designed for hundreds could overwhelm a smaller wedding
Home – Your own (or family), generally outdoors
- Rentals for large equipment and supplies, home improvements and even a one-day event insurance policy add significant cost
- You’ll have to do extra legwork for local permitting and parking options
Destination – A “getaway” location, such as a resort
- Get informed about local marriage-license requirements, including timing. Go online to find out more:
- By state: www.usmarriagelaws.com
- The Caribbean Islands: www.guidetocaribbeanvacations.com/wedding/CaribbeanMarriageLaws.htm
- Europe: www.marryabroad.co.uk
- Extra travel for otherwise hometown guests can turn your wedding into a pricier and more time-consuming commitment
Quirky – An unexpected place, building or attraction (museum, landmark, farm, university, etc.)
- Liquor license, fire plan and liability insurance are three potential add-ons you might have to figure out and pay for
- Get everything in writing if weddings aren’t their specialty
Most couples want a truly unique atmosphere to make their wedding memorable. And you’ll want to find a wedding invitation design that appropriately reflects that atmosphere and sets your style. Whichever type of venue you choose, you’ll find a wide selection of unique wedding invitations at www.looklovesend.com. You can also enter to win $500 towards your choice of wedding stationery in our monthly Wedding Invitation Sweepstakes. Click below, or “Like” us on Facebook and enter.
