| Having a theme for the wedding not only makes the | | | | Trinity of Matrix, among many others.) |
| whole thing easier to plan, it also adds zest and | | | | You can also decorate the reception area with movie |
| excitement to the event. Aside from that, since your | | | | posters or with elements that would recreate the |
| wedding marks that special beginning in your life where | | | | movie of your choice. For example, you can have a |
| you and your partner would unite to become one, you | | | | replicate version of the Titanic in the reception area to |
| would want to ensure that this event turns out to be | | | | give life to your Jack and Rose characters. |
| something extraordinary and special. A theme also | | | | 5. Beach Theme |
| makes that possible. | | | | A beach theme adorned with seashells, tiki torches, |
| Here are ten of the most popular wedding reception | | | | starfish, and other great beach treasures can surely |
| themes of all time to help you make your choice. | | | | be a great way to celebrate the reception of your |
| 1. Color Theme | | | | wedding. You can simplify planning by going more |
| A wedding reception can follow an all-white theme, | | | | specific with the theme such as Hawaiian beach |
| which as the name implies, require the use of | | | | theme, nautical theme, or tropical island getaway |
| dominantly white pieces of decoration. This kind of | | | | theme. |
| theme, which depicts purity, is a popular choice among | | | | 6. Garden Theme |
| many couples. | | | | A garden theme can provide a nice breeze and cool |
| At the other end of the spectrum is the all-black | | | | ambience for your wedding reception. Decorate the |
| theme, which can give a gothic charm and sleek look | | | | whole place with flowers and balloons, and do not |
| to your wedding. Although white is more commonly | | | | forget to have a tent to cover up in case a downpour |
| used than black is, the latter is now growing in | | | | occurs. |
| popularity. | | | | 7. Musical Theme |
| Aside from black and white colors, you can use other | | | | For the music loving couple, you can have a musical |
| shades as theme for your wedding. You can have a | | | | wedding reception. There can be musical production |
| pink wedding, an orange wedding, a green wedding, or | | | | numbers like an interpretative dance of the couple's |
| whatever it is that your heart desires. | | | | theme song, a song number from the maid of honor |
| 2. Formal Theme | | | | and best man, or musical stage play reenacting the |
| The formal theme is the dubbed as the "safe" choice | | | | couple's memorable love story. |
| that would give you a classic and timeless look. This is | | | | 8. Fairytale Fantasy Theme |
| the perfect theme for couples who have traditional | | | | For those who love to fantasize, a fairytale fantasy |
| taste and those who are not fond of experimenting | | | | theme is apt for you. Decorate the reception venue in |
| with fancy themes. | | | | sheer fabrics, baby's breath, fine flower blooms, fairy's |
| 3. Traditional Theme | | | | wings, and a huge tower where the dashing groom |
| Traditional theme is often confused with the formal | | | | prince in a shining armor can rescue the blushing bride. |
| theme even though they are entirely different. | | | | 9. Season Theme |
| Traditional themes revolve around folk, culture, | | | | Pick your favorite season and dress up the reception |
| customs, origin and nationality. For example, if you are | | | | event according to this. If you choose to hold an |
| and your spouse-to-be are Scottish, you can hold a | | | | autumn wedding reception, have decors in bold orange, |
| traditional Scottish themed wedding complete with a | | | | red, yellow, and bronze hues. Silver decors would go |
| bagpipe player and Scottish decoration for the | | | | great for winter season theme. Pastel shades are |
| reception venue. | | | | perfect for the springtime while bright hues of yellow, |
| Now if you are Mexican, a Mexican fiesta wedding | | | | blue, and green are ideal for the warmth of the |
| reception that includes tangy and flavorful Mexican | | | | summer. |
| dishes, hitting of the pinata, and Spanish guitar music | | | | 10. Greek Mythology Theme |
| can be a viable option. | | | | Guests can come dressed as their favorite Greek |
| 4. Hollywood Theme | | | | character or you can simply adorn the venue with |
| This theme is ideal for couples who are movie fanatic. | | | | Grecian elements to give it a Greek feel. Greek foods |
| You and your partner can dress as your favorite | | | | and dishes can also be offered. |
| Hollywood movie couple (Jack and Rose of Titanic, Mr. | | | | A theme can make your wedding fun, exciting, |
| and Mrs. Smith, Batman and Catwoman, Bonnie and | | | | memorable, and special not only for you and your |
| Clyde, Elastic Girl and Mr. Incredible, Morticia and | | | | partner but also for everyone who is attending your |
| Gomez Addams, Peter Pan and Wendy, and Neo and | | | | big day. Have fun! |