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You don’t have to go the traditional way and plan a church or garden wedding. It is your special day, and you can do whatever you want. A lakeside wedding will be perfect if you are a laid-back couple who love a good rustic theme. There are plenty of creative ideas you could add to your special day to make it etched in your memories forever. Keep reading this article to find out how to make your lakeside wedding creative, fun, and memorable.
Lake-inspired décor will take your wedding to another level and add the missing final touch. You could design some seashell centrepieces or have someone make some miniature canoes as a keepsake for the wedding guests. Flower crowns and floral vines in place of table runners would also complement your lakeside wedding décor and make your venue look stunning. Whatever you choose, ensure your décor is unique and corresponds with your overall theme.
Guest books allow your visitors to acknowledge their presence at your wedding ceremony and are a great opportunity to pen down some kind words for the newlyweds. Ditch the boring traditional guest books and find a way to get creative. You could use a large piece of wood with your initials carved out as a guest book for your guests to sign. A wooden letter in the initials of your surname or a decorative wooden anchor would also suffice and become a lovely reminder of your special day. After the day is over, you could paint over it with a clear wood finish and hang it somewhere in your new home.
The bride could hire a few canoes and make a grand entrance by sailing into the wedding venue. However, you should ensure you don’t fall into the water before the ceremony begins. As you browse various lakeside weddings online, you will see lots of weddings in Erie where the couple has chosen to incorporate canoes into their special day. Another great idea would be to fill one canoe with ice and stash all the drinks for a unique and budget-friendly way to keep the drinks cool all day long.
The lake doesn’t have to be in the background of your wedding photos. Take advantage of the beautiful sceneries by snapping a few romantic pictures by the shore or on the pier. You could also set the venue in such a way that you could say your vows on the dock just above the water. If you and your partner feel outgoing, you could wow your guests by jumping in the water and alerting the wedding photographer to capture a photo of your mid-air.
Don’t forget to look for inspiration online and especially on Pinterest, which is bursting at the seams with fun and creative ideas. We hope this article has steered you in the right direction and that your lakeside wedding day will be a success!
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