| A Valentine's Day wedding theme is one of the most | | | | the bakeshop some heart-shaped cupcakes or mini |
| popular wedding themes nowadays as its timing is | | | | cakes in either or both red velvet and chocolate. |
| simply perfect for the occasion. As with any | | | | Cupcakes have become popular with many occasions |
| successful wedding, planning and organization are two | | | | as take away cakes, so why not include this idea so |
| important factors that make this happen. And even | | | | your guests can have their cake too. |
| though some dilemmas may happen, it's essential that | | | | - Setting your reception venue |
| you remained composed and on top of the situation. | | | | While some couples want their wedding during the |
| The planning phase is probably the most crucial part | | | | daytime, you can set yours in the afternoon for the |
| of the wedding preparations since this is the time | | | | ceremony and come evening, the reception dinner. |
| that you lay down everything with your coordinator. | | | | Make this reception memorable for everyone in your |
| When you are aiming for a themed wedding such as | | | | guest list particularly for the couples since they are |
| a Valentine's Day theme, your wedding coordinator | | | | there instead of going out on dates with their loved |
| will suggest several ideas and strategies. | | | | ones. Take the opportunity to let your couple-guests |
| Some tips and ideas to help perfect your Valentine's | | | | enjoy everything, from the food to the ambience to |
| day wedding: | | | | the wine and dancing. |
| - Color scheme | | | | And of course, make sure that your reception venue |
| Since it is Valentine's day, most would-be brides | | | | is dressed to the occasion. Always remember that |
| prefer reds and pinks all over. But for those who do | | | | color can emphasize the occasion, so put reds and |
| not prefer these V-day colors, a splash of other | | | | pinks as your primary color, then add other colors to |
| shades such as green, yellow, orange and blue can | | | | freshen and break the monotony of those V-day |
| add contrast and drama to the overall color and | | | | shades. |
| theme. | | | | You can also use white and beige for dressing the |
| One idea is to incorporate 2 to 3 shades of Valentine | | | | dinner tables and accentuating them with reds or |
| colors such as pinks, reds fuchsias. You can have | | | | pinks, or both. Centerpieces should also be according |
| your bridesmaids wear a shade each or as | | | | to theme. You can use candles and flowers to add |
| complementing combinations. Your bouquet, as well | | | | drama to the ambience and have the lights dimmed |
| as your bridesmaids, may have these shades but a | | | | once the sweet dancing starts. |
| sprinkling of greens for that fresh look. | | | | - Don't forget wine and chocolates for your guests |
| You and your coordinator can discuss a good | | | | Wines for toasting as well as for dining should be |
| strategy regarding the color combinations and where | | | | present during this occasion. If your budget permits, |
| to put them so as not to depart from the Valentine's | | | | you may also give away bottles of wine and |
| day ambience. | | | | complementary chocolates to your guests as favors. |
| - The perfect wedding cake | | | | If your budget is limited, you can omit the wine and |
| Chocolate is the signature sweet for Valentine's day, | | | | just give away chocolates in heart-shaped boxes. |
| so why not incorporate this idea in choosing your | | | | - Music to set the mood |
| wedding cake. Another option is the red velvet cake | | | | Dancing and music are great during Valentine's day, |
| which is quite popular because of its moist texture, | | | | so incorporate this idea to make the celebration lively |
| rich flavor and of course red color. | | | | and enjoyable for everyone. If you can hire a |
| As for the shape and design of your cake, it may be | | | | wedding singer and his/her band, the better. |
| too cheesy to have heart-shaped wedding cake | | | | There is no perfect recipe for any wedding |
| layers, but you can put a twist to it without making it | | | | celebration. The fact that even those that were |
| too corny or cheesy. You may have a layered red | | | | planned for a long time have flaws shouldn't |
| velvet or chocolate cake with white or light pink | | | | discourage you in setting-up a Valentine's day themed |
| fondant icing decorated with real fresh flowers and | | | | wedding. And even if you are on a strict budget, you |
| strawberries to match the occasion. You may use | | | | can still pull it off by being creative with your |
| heart-shaped cake topper instead of the usual bride | | | | resources that revolve around the theme of love and |
| and groom. And for the twist, you may order from | | | | romance. |