How To Arrange An Elegant Regency-Theme Wedding
Do you enjoy the sumptuous settings and dreamy costumes of the Netflix series “Bridgerton”? Why not hold a Regency-theme wedding? Ideal for history-lovers and romantics, Regency-themed weddings became even more popular after the success of the well-liked series. Combine an elegant setting with Regency-style costumes and add individual touches to make your event memorable and special. Strictlyweddings.com have some top tips on arranging your Regency-themed wedding.
Careful planning of the costumes, the reception setting, and the food needs arranging. Watch “Bridgerton” again to jot down ideas, and read about the history of Regency weddings. A storyboard with pictures from magazines and the Internet may also help you to decide exactly what kind of wedding you’d like. Start deciding on your invitations, and consider each aspect of the wedding. If it becomes too stressful, employ a professional wedding planner to assist in making your regency-theme wedding day exceptional.
What Kind of Invitations Should You Choose?
Brides sent personal hand-written invitations to their wedding guests in Regency times. Most brides today are too busy to do this, unfortunately, so printed invitations are an easier option. However, why not add personal notes to some of your invitations?
Select formal invitations for a Regency-themed wedding. Elaborate embossing or engraving, gold or silver colours, and deckled edges look glamorous. Include floral motifs with gold leaf for a garden wedding or reception. Expert hand-written calligraphy makes invitations look even more attractive.
Choosing Regency Costumes
Regency gowns featured high empire waists with straight skirts, soft fabrics, and deep square necklines. Women often wore capped, puffed, or ruffled sleeves. Long, transparent sleeves were also fashionable. Regency brides often didn’t wear white, so a dress in a pastel shade, such as light blue or pale pink, is an excellent choice. Some brides like to combine their Regency dress with a modern hairstyle and accessories to give the outfit a contemporary touch.
The groom’s Regency costume usually consists of a single-breasted cutaway black or grey morning coat with pinstriped or grey trousers. A crisp white shirt and a waistcoat complete the look. If you want a traditional Regency costume, combine this outfit with a silk bow tie with a top hat and gloves.
Selecting the Regency-Themed Setting
A magnificent ballroom in a historic house or a lush garden make attractive settings for a Regency-style reception. Look for a ballroom with stunning chandeliers, high ceilings, and a chequered dance floor. Study the superb floral displays in “Bridgerton” and decorate the room with hanging flower arrangements and flowers in large urns. Wisteria, roses, carnations, and tulips were all included in “Bridgerton”, so they are worth considering.
If you select a garden setting, set out long banqueting tables decorated with romantic candles, lanterns, and vintage patterned china. Include several vases of lustrous flowers, such as yellow roses and striped tulips, and hanging floral arrangements of wisteria and baby’s breath. Greet your guests with champagne glasses to make them feel welcome, and set out a lounge area where guests can mingle and relax. Sweet dishes such as macarons and mini cheesecakes are a good idea, especially if you choose to have an afternoon tea for your reception.
Start planning your Regency wedding now. Begin preparing your storyboard, discuss ideas with family and friends, watch “Bridgerton” again, and, most important of all, have fun!
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