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Here are some things to consider when choosing your Wedding Style

Your formality normally determines the different elements of your wedding.

Selecting the formality helps in deciding your wedding theme. Below are the different standard levels of formality

Very Formal
The ceremony takes place in a house of worship or a hotel. The guest list usually includes over 200 people. The bride's gown has a long train and veil, with long sleeves or gloves and a full bouquet. The bridesmaids are in long gowns and the groom and groomsmen are in tailcoats or cutaways. There is a large and elaborate sit-down dinner or buffet. There is formal photography and engraved invitations

Formal
The ceremony is in a place of worship, hotel, large home or garden. The bride's gown and veil are the same in length with a full bouquet. The bridesmaids' gowns can be floor, ballerina or tea length and the groom and groomsmen are in formal suits or tuxes. There are about 200 people on the guest list. There is a sit down dinner or buffet.

Semi-Formal
The ceremony tends to take place at the same location as the reception. It could be a house of worship, club, banquet hall, home, garden or hotel. The bride’s gown can be long, ballet length or shorter. The bridesmaids’ gowns can be of any length and the groom and groomsmen can be in suites. There are usually 75-200 people on the guest list. There is a buffet or cocktail party for the reception.

Informal
There ceremony can take place, at numerous locations, including parks, beaches or an unusual location. A bride can wear an ankle length dress or a suit in white or pastel. It does not have to be a traditional wedding gown. The attire for the rest of the bridal party is completely left up to the bride and groom. There or normally 100 people or less on the invite list. The reception can take place at a restaurant, home, garden and can vary. Refreshments can be champagne, punch and cake and hors d’oeuvres.

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Still can’t decide which style is for you? Take the quiz below to see your style:

 

 

What is your Degree of Formality?


1. What is your wedding budget?
A. $8,000 or less
B. $9,000 - $14,000
C. $15,000 - $23,000
D. $24,000 plus

2. Who will finance the wedding?
A. You and your fiancé
B. Your parents
C. His parents
D. All of the above

3. You see your ceremony and reception taking place at:
A. Beach, park, garden or an exotic locale
B. A private home, garden, mansion, restaurant, banquet hall, historical building
C. Hotel, banquet hall, private club, museum
D. House or worship

4. The guest list will consist of:
A. Family and a few close intimate friends
B. Your large extended families and friends
C. In addition to the above, there are many acquaintances you wish to invite (co-workers)
D. Everyone, you and your fiancé and families have ever met

5. You are:
A. Shy and retiring
B. Neither shy nor outgoing
C. Not quite a party animal, but loves a good time
D. Very comfortable in large crowds

6. Your dream wedding:
A. Should be a small, intimate affair with lots of personal meaning
B. Should be an incredibly romantic and personal affair
C. Should be a lavish celebration to celebrate your love for each other
D. Is your shining moment to fulfill every fantasy you ever dreamed of

If you answered
mostly A’s the your style is an informal wedding. Mostly B’s your style is a semi-formal wedding.

Mostly C’s your style is a formal wedding (the most common). Mostly D’s your style is very formal.