Vineyards are a lovely setting for a wedding with romantic appeal. This type of venue is a breath of fresh air from your typical wedding venue and it makes for an interesting view.
Check out the pros and cons of using this type of venue for your wedding:
The location
Vineyards are lush and charming and therefore will provide a beautiful backdrop for pictures. This is assuming they haven’t harvested yet, which you will need to enquire about as some vineyards only allow weddings after harvest season. Due to the fact that vines need lots of space, the venue will be big enough to host all your guests and there will most likely be areas for both your ceremony and reception. Make sure that there is an inside venue in case the weather isn’t looking too great on your wedding day.
Since vineyards are generally out of the city, guests will either have to travel to and from the venue, or stay over somewhere nearby. Hopefully guests will be willing to make the trip and won’t leave too early. The great thing about the venue being some distance from the city is that escape from city life and the total privacy that you will have. Find out if there is a noise curfew as often vineyards have strict end times, and you don’t want to have to cut your reception short when everyone is having a good time.
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Food & drink
If you’re a wine lover, then this is the perfect venue for you as you can incorporate wine elements into your wedding theme. You also might be able to have custom wine labels made for their wine bottles which adds a touch of personalisation to your wedding. Just check that they can serve liquor other than wine as it is not everyone’s drink of choice. You might have to use the catering options provided by the vineyard but this should not be a problem as vineyards usually have great restaurants.
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The logistics
You should be able to decorate as you would like but you will also pay for all your rentals. The cost for this type of venue hire is high and so with the rental fees you could be paying a very high figure. However, the venue will most likely have wedding packages that you can choose from and depending on the type of food, drinks and decor you choose, you could get a good deal.
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If you love the sound of being surrounded by beauty and have the money to pay for this type of venue, then this could be the wedding of your dreams.
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Your make up will determine your whole look, and it’s important that it suits your personality, dress and overall theme. Here are five looks that have always been popular to give you some inspiration.
Metallic
This style is perfect for the rockstar-bride. Go for shades of purple, bronze and silver for a dramatic look.
Classic
Over the years, the classic neutral eyes with bold red lips have always been a favourite. It speaks of timeless class and sophistication.
Smokey
The smokey eye is a good option if you are looking to make a lasting impression. Pair it with nude lips to make your eyes pop!
Fresh
Depending on your skin tone, the natural, spring-inspired look will have you looking radiant.
Contoured
Keep up with the Kardashians who practically invented (and perfected) this edgy style.
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We’ve seen it all. The weird, the wacky, the gorgeous and glamorous. Some people prefer subtle and understated, but not these brides. They go all out or nothing. Call it what you will, here are the some very over-the-top wedding cakes.
I heart you
We guess this is one way to portray romance.
Mine is bigger than yours
Bigger is better, right?
Fairytale wedding
We hope they lived happily ever after.
Head over heels
Which way is up (and how does it stay together)?
Crystal towers
It’s all about the bling.
You light up my life
We’re not saying it’s a bad thing, but this reminds us of a night light in a child’s bedroom.
Plenty of fish in the sea
Is the cake served with sushi?
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Sporting the pixie cut or the savvy bob? No stress. There is still lots to do with it! Short hair is very hot right now, and can go whichever way you want. We’ve got feminine, we’ve got glamorous, we’ve even got fun. You choose.
Gold flecks
These are a stunning new trend and we’re here for it. Simply spray some hair spray and stick the foil flecks on your hair to rock this look.
Tiara
A tiara never goes out of style and adds sparkle to any look. We love this chic look.
Styled curls
Curls are temperamental and depending on the style you want, be sure to try it out first. This finished look is the more put-together cousin of the messy curls and perfect for a wedding.
Gatsby-flair
A classic vintage look, this style goes well with glitzy hair pieces.
Plaited
Plaits are a beautiful addition to any look and just subtle enough to not be overpowering. You can go with plaits around your head or over your head like a head band.
Comb-over
For a more edgy look, the comb-over is all the rage. Sweep all your hair to one side and separate with a path. Make sure to keep the hairspray nearby!
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