For lovers whose hearts are full of romance, for couples who simply cannot imagine life without the wind of freedom and long journeys, endless sea distances and alluring depths, a wedding in a marine style is perfect! Even if you are separated from the sea beach by thousands of kilometers, and a snowstorm is blowing outside the window, do not despair! We have collected the most interesting and unusual ideas for holding such a celebration, which can be implemented both in hot July and in frosty December. The dream will come true, and the original wedding will leave an unforgettable experience!
Choosing a place for a celebration
Features of registration and holding an unusual wedding celebration depend, of course, on the venue and theme. The decor will help to create a suitable atmosphere, but it’s worth developing the design only after the future spouses decide on the place of the whole action. This may be a monolocation, but no one forbids dividing the nautical-style wedding script into several logical parts that take place in different places. We recommend that you consider at least three options and choose the one that is right for you.
Event by boat or boat
Of course, the theme of the wedding dictates the presence of water, waves and salty wind. And so the first thing that comes to mind is holding a wedding on a ship! A stunning festival can be organized if the newlyweds and all guests go on a real sea voyage on a boat, yacht or boat. Even part of the event held on board the ship will give an unforgettable experience. Another good option is an exit photo session on a ship.
For a small wedding - chamber - a boat is ideal, which with the help of a suitable decor can be turned into a real island of love. But if there are no guests at your celebration, it is worth renting a yacht. After all, there is nothing more romantic than flying along the waves under sails.
Beach Wedding
Where else can you organize a sea wedding? Well, of course, on the coast! The most memorable will be a celebration somewhere on exotic islands. At the same time, it is important to understand that you will have to sign in the registry office in advance, and exit painting on the beach will be only a statement. A wedding at the sea can also be organized by those who like their native coast: a great option is the Black or Sea of Azov. The wedding ceremony itself can be held on the shore, and the celebration with congratulations and a feast should be moved to a cozy tent. The newlyweds, who are not afraid of the beach theme, should arrange a holiday right on the sand!
But what to do for those who live far from the sea, and therefore a wedding at the sea is an impossible dream for them? You can arrange a celebration on the banks of a river or lake. Experienced designers will be able to create a marine setting on absolutely any beach. True, it must be borne in mind that in rainy or sultry weather tents or arbors will be needed.
Organization of marine weddings in nature
Even if there are absolutely no ponds nearby, you should not be discouraged and give up your dream! A nautical-style wedding can be organized just in nature! It will be a unique wedding picnic during which you can cook seafood right on the fire!
Both the pirate feast and the atmosphere of the underwater kingdom from the fairy tale about the little mermaid Ariel will perfectly fit into the bright forest surroundings.
Kingdom of Neptune in a restaurant
Those who prefer the classic option - a lush banquet, should opt for a restaurant or a theme cafe. For the realization of non-standard marine ideas, beach-style establishments and restaurants serving fish are perfectly suitable. Usually there are already decor elements necessary for organizing a nautical-style wedding. Do not forget that you can arrange an event in almost any cafe - on your own or with the help of professionals. What is a well-enclosed space is that the indescribable atmosphere of the sea - light and fresh - can be recreated here even in the winter cold!
The choice of subjects
It would seem that the theme of the wedding has already been chosen - this is a marine style. But each person in his own way sees both the sea and what is connected with it. Therefore, it is extremely important to determine the direction of the celebration in advance. There are several basic options:
- A fabulous holiday. For a wedding filled with sophistication and magic, classic decor is the best suited. The best option is the abundance of white, which will emphasize the colors of the sea. All lines here must be strict, symmetrical. The color of the dishes is white, the tablecloth is necessarily made of natural fabrics. A place in the center of the tables should be reserved for snow-white bouquets decorated with blue ribbons.
- Romance. What could be more beautiful than a light romantic sea wedding? Flowing fabrics (they can be used in the design of walls), a floral wedding arch, an abundance of starfish, shells will be appropriate here. Another great option is thick white candles and exotic flower petals on the table.
- Cruise. For lovers of freedom, a wedding in the style of traveling along the waves in search of family happiness is suitable. The decor should be appropriate - do not do without anchors and sails, spyglasses and steering wheels, nets and ropes. Bold outfits are appropriate, for example, a striped wedding dress, sailor suits and visors.
Color spectrum
In order to choose a palette, you need to think about the sea. What is it like? Azure in calm minutes, blue under sparkling sunshine, blue-green a few minutes before the storm, covered with white lambs under the blow of a warm wind ... It is with these flowers that it is worth experimenting at a nautical-style wedding. The design in blue and white colors can be called unique, because many other shades are great here. So, you can add conciseness, simple lines and black - and get a wedding in the colors of the Navy. You can make a red color - it will emphasize the solemnity of the moment and make a playful note. The orange color also looks great - against the background of marine shades, it will become a wonderful accent. In addition, it is equally good for decorating a romantic wedding, and for a fun beach celebration.
Decor Elements
A nautical-style wedding provides an abundance of various decorative elements related to the sea, beach and the underwater world. Large shells and small shells, multi-colored starfish, corals will be appropriate. Steering wheels, anchors and sails will fit well into the interior.
An incredible journey through the open sea will be able to decorate nets, lifebuoys and real telescopes or binoculars! Newlyweds who have chosen a bold pirate style should pay attention to chests filled with jewelry, flags with the corresponding symbols, shells with pearls. Do not do without rum pouring in!
Garlands look very beautiful - paper or from shells. Gamma, of course, is white and blue. Do not refuse and fresh flowers. By the way, instead of ordinary vases, you can use huge shells or even aquariums. For the celebration of the classic, snow-white buds are best suited, but at a bold beach or romantic nautical wedding, you can experiment with colors, dilute white and blue with bright exotic colors. It is not necessary to use aquariums just to put bouquets or candles in them. Round aquariums in which goldfish swim, fulfilling wishes, look interesting and unusual. As for the candles, they can be arranged in glasses filled with small shells, sand and flowers. Exquisitely looking floating candles.
Pour alcohol into barrels. Another creative idea is a small boat filled with ice. You can put bottles of strong drinks in it! You can also use such a non-standard stand for fruits or snacks. And chests are great for gifts!
Accessories
Even seemingly insignificant accessories for a wedding in a marine style should be given a thematic look. Otherwise, they will be lost against the background of the overall picture. The first thing you need to pay attention to is a pillow for rings. It is best if it is made in the same color scheme with other decor items. It looks interesting striped pillow with embroidered anchors. A great option is to use a starfish instead of a regular pillow for the rings of a shell or shell filled with sand. A small chest with pearls or bright stones looks good, on top of which wedding rings can be placed.
Champagne bottles and nautical-style wedding glasses should also be special. For example, you can decorate them with tiny shells or starfish, located on the background of a gold painting. Another good option is to make inscriptions on the glasses, wrap them with ropes or decorate with a striped cloth. You should not give up the seating cards - at a large wedding this is one of the easiest ways to designate places for guests. In addition, they can also become elements of a festive decor. The simplest and at the same time beautiful option is home-made paper boats.
Thematic table setting
It is not enough to simply decorate the tent or hall of the restaurant, throwing shells and petals everywhere. The decoration of banquet tables is also worth approaching as responsibly as possible. We recommend that you opt for a snow-white tablecloth, which can be decorated with a blue path, a network. Napkins - striped or plain blue. The pattern in the form of gulls or anchors will be useful. Striped tablecloths do not need additional decor, napkins here are only plain, without images.
To celebrate the wedding in a restaurant, you should choose plates of white, blue or blue. But if your banquet is held outdoors or on a boat, feel free to use beautiful disposable tableware.
Original invitation
If the theater begins with a hanger, then the wedding ceremony - with invitations. For a wedding in a marine style, you can either order them or make them yourself! You can send ordinary postcards with the image of the sea to your guests, or you can go further and make unusual invitation cards. Great looks great sink, which is attached to a scroll of text, tied with a blue ribbon. You can invite to a pirate-style event by sending a scroll in a bottle entwined with seaweed or a net.
Images of the bride and groom
A beautiful sea wedding is simply impossible without the main characters - future spouses! The perfect suit for the groom is a blue marine. But this is not a rule, but rather a recommendation. Among the suitable options are white and black. By the way, it is not necessary to wear a jacket - a romantic wedding at the sea allows you to stay on blue trousers and a snow-white shirt. When choosing a wedding dress, it is better to abandon the traditional lush dresses with a corset. But dresses in the Greek style, with a mermaid tail or A-line fit perfectly!
It is recommended to decorate the belt with stones and shells or a blue wide ribbon. Incredibly gentle look light lace outfits that can turn the bride into a mythical little mermaid. The most brave can try on the image of a sailor and sailors. Short striped dress, visor - next to the mischievous sailor, there must necessarily be a naughty sailor!
We must not forget about the accessories of a beautiful wedding on the sea. The bride can make a shell hairstyle by decorating it with hairpins with shells or stars. The same details can be added to the bridal bouquet and boutonniere.