What's your tradition?

Jumping the Broom

It could be fabulous to have a traditional wedding in Vegas. It's possible, in the business of weddings it's understood that for some cultures tradition is inextricably tied to the ceremony.  True enough, in Vegas you can get married without any fuss at all and no one will ask of traditions or religion. However, within certain groups the wedding is a mass of traditions and procedures that are performed by specific people at specific times in order for the wedding to be considered valid in their cultures.  In any case it's our duty to accommodated the guest's wishes and desires for their special day to the best of our ability.

A truly international city accommodates all manners of travelers.  Within the Wedding Chapels of Las Vegas you can expect to receive at the very least a wedding that is either civil or generically religious. Generically religious meaning there would be some kind of blessing or prayer offered by the officiant.  Likewise, couples often insert elements of their cultural tradition into the ceremony.  Cultural elements such as unity candles, lassos, monedas, brooms for jumping over and breaking of glass are often brought along to use during the ceremony.  Certain chapels offer additional time to couples that would like to have specific types of ceremonies.  I'll get into specifics at another time.  Just call ahead a make sure that the facility that you will be using knows what you have in mind and I'm sure it will be fabulous!

Shop Around....

Las Vegas has many wedding chapels to choose from and many venues for receptions, wedding dinners and bachelor/bachelorette parties.  If at all possible it is good to actually go and shop around so that you can see all of the options.  Not all of the  hotels have wedding chapels; however, the ones that do are usually very nice.  The higher end hotels have more deluxe chapels.  As far as a reception, I would keep it as close to the wedding venue as possible so that you don't loose too many people to all the excitement.  Many people will come back to ask, "have you seen my uncle so and so?" I think having all your family and friends together at the reception is fabulous.

Fabulous Weddings-Fabulous People

Sometimes fabulous weddings happen and  fabulous people can't be there, for whatever reason.  This happens on a occasion, if the family is back home it's possible to take the DVD or your own recorded video back to show at a reception or family event.  Couples will also have someone hold a cell phone that is placed on speaker so that the missing person can hear the wedding live.  Other times, the person really isn't around and many people will choose to have an additional taper candle lit at the front of the Chapel to represent them.  Also, I have seen couples bring everything from someone's hair comb to pictures placed in a seat where the person should be sitting.  In any case, the wedding is still about the two people that are present and the fabulous life they will make together.

Fabulous at any Age

Please know that you are never too old  to have a fabulous wedding in Vegas.  Really, I have seen brides and grooms in their 90s that met and decided to marry.  The process is the same, the dress may be different  and the pace may be slower.  However, it just proves that there is no expiration date on finding happiness.

Have a good weekend.

Cheers!

Edgy

 

Being edgy can be just as fabulous as being traditional.  Sometimes it's more fabulous. When we step out of the norm we show more of who we are created to be.  If everyone ordered the same cake, used the same dress and style of bouquet it just wouldn't be as much fun.  Part of the suspense at weddings is to see everything that the couple has chosen from the gown to the venue.  There are so many decisions to make and it can be challenging, but at the minimum if you are thinking of being married in Vegas you are thinking outside of the box already.

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Style and Color

Once a color scheme is chosen for a wedding, it is important to be consistent with the theme and use those colors for more than just the wedding party's attire.  The design of the wedding cake, invitations, the flowers for the ceremony and for the reception all should tie into your color palette.  Many wedding facilities in Las Vegas will be happy to assist you with making your wedding dreams come true.  Although, you have to actually know what your dream is in order for it to be fulfilled.  If you are dealing with a venue where you will be custom ordering flowers and decor for the reception, it's important to give a clear vision of what you will be expecting on that day.  Most couples who marry in Vegas live in other states and countries and only see the chapel and their selections on the day of the event. Giving clear direction is essential, especially when choosing a color or pattern that is unusual.  It would be best to ask if you can send the venue a picture or swatch of the material that you are using for the dresses, vests or ties. Bride's even send pictures of bouquets and cakes that are unique so that the staff can evaluate whether they can provide what you are asking them to prepare.  In the end, it's worth it to do the extra thinking and leg work to ensure that after traveling across the miles your day will be fabulous!

Zagat's 10 Best Restaurants in Las Vegas (reblogged)

Vegas has become a hub for restaurants offering first class cuisine. Some of the most popular chefs in America have restaurants within the casinos here.  You'll have to experience it for yourself because having a dinner party or wedding meal at one of the most renowned restaurants in Vegas is fabulous.  I posted this link last year as it showed some really beautiful pictures and fantastic information on the 10 best restaurants available at the time. 

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