There is nothing quite like the promise of a new day. The early morning hours have a freshness that is quite unique. A beautiful way to capture this feeling is to have a sunrise wedding service.
Now getting married at the crack of dawn may not be for everyone, but it would certainly make for a unique and memorable wedding. If you have ever attended a sunrise service on Easter morning, you know just what I mean. The rising sun makes a glorious backdrop to the bride and groom as they recite their vows.
Planning an early morning wedding is different to arranging for any other kind of wedding. You will want it to have a softer feeling than an evening wedding. At that hour, there will probably not be a lot of dancing, either. Some soft music during the ceremony and reception would be very nice; you could look into something special like a harpist.
Chances are that not everyone you know will be able to handle an early morning wedding, so you will want to think carefully about your guest list. Plan on inviting only those that are closest to you. To determine the exact time of the sunrise on your wedding date, consult an almanac. In the summer, the sunrise might be a bit too early to manage (5am service, anyone?), but if you push it too far into the spring or fall, it could also be very chilly, so be sure to check out the typical temperature for sunrise.
For the reception, plan to serve brunch foods. Depending on just how early it is, you could limit the offerings to eggs and pastries, or you could have a more elaborate menu with carving station and a custom omelette station. People are not usually big drinkers first thing in the morning, but Bloody Marys, mimosas, and Champagne can be served if you want to serve alcohol. And definitely have a wedding cake.
The bride should aim for a romantic and ethereal look. Bridal gowns created from soft and flowing fabrics like chiffon or English net would be beautiful choices. A sunrise service is not the time to bring out the bling. Look for a gown with more gentle embellishment, if any at all. A long veil floating in the early morning breeze would be lovely.
When it comes to bridal jewelry gifts, the groom should select pieces for his bride that are in keeping with the tone of the wedding. For a sunrise service, he could choose from gifts of bridal jewelry created from delicate pearls or dainty sterling silver designs. If you are unsure of where to start, then ask the maid of honor what would coordinate with the bride's dress.
The flowers for a sunrise ceremony could be done in a few different ways. One very pretty effect would be to choose a bouquet that features the yellows, golds, and oranges of the morning sun. This color combination would be stunning done in a simple arrangement of roses. Another idea is to use an all-white color palette for the most delicate and ethereal effect. Lacy and dripping white flowers would produce the most elegant arrangements.
Having your wedding ceremony at the break of day is a lovely idea for a pair of early birds. How wonderful to capture that most special time of the day and make it part of your wedding. Getting married with the sun rising in the morning sky behind you would be a beautiful way to start your life as a married couple.
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