The first year of family life has passed. The first anniversary is called a calico wedding. It received this name because of the custom of giving chintz for children's diapers. The couple wants to celebrate the holiday in such a way that it will be remembered for a long time. This can be done by capturing everything on camera and conducting a photo shoot. Often, a couple hires a photographer to get high-quality photos to commemorate their anniversary. Ideas for a photo shoot are varied, it all depends on the wishes of the couple and the photographer’s considerations.
Ancient traditions of a chintz wedding
Many traditions of celebrating a calico wedding have been forgotten, but a small proportion of them are still used today. It is customary to invite guests to at least close relatives and friends for the first anniversary. Previously, there was no great abundance of clothes and goods, so the bride sewed her own outfits for the holiday, and often embroidered them.
The girl had to wear a cotton dress all day, not taking it off until nightfall. In addition to clothes, the young wife embroidered tablecloths and napkins. It would be good if these things were made in the same color scheme.
It is considered a good tradition to give gifts. If earlier, as a rule, people gave pieces of cotton fabric and bed linen, now there is no shortage, because gifts have become more varied.
A set of beautiful, openwork underwear, a bouquet of flowers, jewelry, and sweets are perfect for a woman. An original T-shirt with an unusual print (for example, with a romantic inscription or your photo) will be a relevant present for your husband. Also, a gift can be a soft robe, a pillow, a bottle of expensive wine that you will drink together, or a bag of sweets (after all, men also have a great sweet tooth).
Homemade toys made from chintz, which are also useful for a photo shoot, are popular. They symbolize love, fidelity, devotion to a partner. You can see what these toys look like in the photo.
wooden wedding photo shoot
Hello girls!
Our life is in full swing and we can’t sit at home!
Upon returning from the sea, we went to meet our favorites - Nastya, Misha and Sasha - at the petting zoo in Teply Stan. Costs 250 rubles per adult. Our children are free (up to 3 years old, apparently). It's great there! Animals can be touched, petted and fed (food is sold on site). You go into the enclosures. But the zoo is not big. Although we walked there for 1.5 hours.
We were at my classmate's wedding.
The first time I left Davidka for 12 hours. I called 5 times! My mother was already laughing; I can’t live without my little blood for so long! I don’t know how I’ll go to the maternity hospital. There are thoughts of leaving earlier, but we'll see.
And last week Nastya, Misha and Sasha came to visit us. We had a nice walk in the park and drank some tea. Nastya took wonderful photos for us! Very light and clear. I looked at myself from the outside... Just like an aunt 
On Thursday we went to the “creativity without borders” festival on Tishinka. There was fun for the kids outside. Even a swimming pool!!! But it was cold and no one splashed in it. There is also an indoor trampoline, pools with balls in the shape of a train, and animals on wheels for riding. Everything is free. Well, they sold handmade products for children and families. Inside there were many master classes (though expensive) and goods for creativity. The big minus is that there are stairs. Even two. Getting up with a stroller is very difficult. Doubly for me... Nastya the strong woman was dragging my Davidka. There were stars and young talents - they sang songs live.
I bought a wooden Baby sign for 300 rubles for a photo shoot, but it was blue. Repainted it pink with acrylic paints.
I actually got hooked on cutting out acrylic on wood. So far everything is banal - monotonous for children. But it’s very addictive!!! I bought some figures and will create them. Davidka is with me.
On Saturday we attended an event in honor of the 2nd anniversary of aistbox (boxes with surprises and useful things for children). We liked the event. There were three animators. But not for our age, although 90% of the children were about one or two years old. There are also master classes on scrapbooking for 200 rubles for adults and communication on creating a capsule wardrobe for stylish mothers. Buffet and birthday cake. I like it. Well, this was another reason to see friends.
In addition to all the meetings and travel, we started renovations at my grandmother's. While in her room. My Zhenya was stripping the wallpaper (it turned out to be 3 layers + newspaper!!!) and he was stripping a room of 14 square meters with a friend for 3 days! Now we have primed the walls (again, my husband did this himself yesterday) and began to plaster and putty the walls. On Wednesday we hang the wallpaper ourselves. We are stretching the ceiling on Friday. We're sanding the floors this week (hopefully) and we can move the furniture. We throw out the rest and start making repairs in our rooms (we have two of them - a children's room and a living room/bedroom). They are passable. But separately from grandma’s. We bought new wallpaper and doors. Once we finish the renovations and move in (by September), I’ll show you our new home. Grandma’s initiative to pay for the repairs was a big help for us! I don’t know if there will be enough money for all the repairs, but we’ll see. All we have to do is buy a wardrobe for our room, a bedside table, chandeliers, curtains, a shelving unit. We already have furniture for the nursery. I’m thinking about how to arrange everything correctly so that it’s functional and there’s still room for play.
We'll put Evushka to sleep in a cradle in our room. And by the New Year already in bed. My doll is growing. Very active girl! Especially at night. Yesterday I washed her things. Somehow I started getting ready late this time... I keep telling myself that it’s time to get ready. The girls are so beautiful!!! I bought a dress for discharge on Avito. Also choupette, like Davidushka’s.
They gave us a beautiful envelope. But if I use it, it will be for photos and before the car, since my children are transported strictly in a car seat. For warm weather there is a blanket and an orange envelope (you need to go there and pick it up). Thank you very much to the girls for helping with things for Evik!!! They gave away such beauty. All I have left to buy are tights and cosmetics. I couldn’t resist and bought headbands for the baby. A friend knitted the skirts and sewed them onto the bodysuits.
David is waiting for his little sister, although I am very interested to what extent he understands what awaits him, but he strokes his belly and kisses him. To the question “Where is Eve?” Runs towards me with hugs. I began to sleep well at night. Doesn't wake up. He goes to bed at 21 and gets up in the morning at 9 o'clock. He may fuss and whine, but I no longer get up to see him and for more than a week we have not eaten at night and at night I give him porridge or vegetables. Our allergies are going away, thank God. We are in our second week of treatment. I apply Skin Cap cream (I decided to start with it) and in just 2 days almost everything went away. Thank you, Lenochka and Ulyasha for the cream! We're rushing around the site! I don’t follow him anymore, I just belay him down the hill, it’s made of iron. Rolls strollers, gurneys, plays in the sand.
While still in Italy, I learned that I had won a family photo shoot. We're waiting for the photographer to be able to do it. I hope I don’t give birth before that :)) it was very nice! Let's capture the belly.
On Thursday, my beloved friends and I are going to the petting zoo, which is located in the shopping mall on the Universitet metro station. Free admission! You can bring food for the animals (who will go, let her decide who will bring what). There are llamas and other animals. So you are welcome to go in the morning, so that the baby can then sleep in the fresh air, and we can sit or eat somewhere.
Today I spent 3 hours and 40 minutes in line to see the gynecologist... It’s good that I asked for a CTG (I spent 45 minutes there). Everything is fine with us. We are growing as expected. 33-34 weeks. Weight 63,200 (gain in 2.5 weeks 700g. They even praised me. And this is after I gained 1 kg per week! The tests are good. My legs are cramping... I was prescribed calcium for 2 weeks. They prescribed milk. But from today it has been halved!! ! Instead of 6 liters of milk they will give 3 in total and only a liter of juice, not 2.5. Nonsense... I’ll go for milk tomorrow, and then I’ll call the department
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The ceremony of tying knots
A tradition that has survived to this day is tying knots. According to tradition, the newlyweds give their friend handkerchiefs made of chintz, which they tie into knots.
Knitting knots is a symbol of the fact that a year later, love has become greater, feelings are brighter, relationships are warmer. This is a kind of oath that husband and wife are faithful to each other, and love is mutual. At the end of the ritual, the lovers must utter words that, according to the beliefs of their ancestors, had a magical effect. After this, the handkerchiefs were hidden and stored for the rest of their lives. According to beliefs, those who keep the bundles will be able to preserve a strong family.
The process of tying knots is a great idea for a photo shoot, with the help of which it is possible to capture a touching moment of the young couple’s promise to love each other forever.
How to celebrate your first anniversary
Traditionally, the table was set on this day. Before serving it, it was necessarily covered with chintz fabric. The best thing is to choose a white tablecloth with a bright pattern.
It is considered a good sign to uncork the bottle that was given on the wedding day. Usually two of them are given. One opens on the anniversary, the second on the birthday of the first child. The cake should be baked by the young wife.
Many guests were invited. In addition to parents, witnesses and godparents must be present at the first anniversary. Previously, a young wife prepared new things for her husband as a gift: cotton shirts and other things.
They also had to celebrate the anniversary in calico robes. The wife is in a dress, the man is in a shirt.
Not everyone likes old traditions. If you're not a fan, there are plenty of fun ideas for celebrating your first anniversary. Here are some of them:
- You can arrange a day for just two. Be together, do things you love, remove all communication devices that may distract from each other;
- Prepare breakfast in bed;
- Take care of gifts in advance and present them to your significant other;
- Write romantic long letters to each other;
- Place the rings on each other's fingers again. For this purpose, you can purchase new symbolic jewelry;
- Recreate the table that was used during your wedding celebration. Let the taste of the dishes remind you of this day. You can return to the restaurant where you celebrated your wedding. You can also cook the food that you cooked for each other for the first time in your life;
- Drink a glass of champagne. To do this, you can open one of the bottles given for the wedding;
- Remember your wedding day by watching wedding videos and photographs;
- Take yourself for an interesting walk. You can go on a picnic, ride horses, have dinner in an unusual environment;
- Arrange yourself a second honeymoon. You can go to where you spent time after the wedding. Or you can explore new territories;
- You can repeat your wedding. It's not cheap, but many people like to celebrate their first anniversary this way because you can recapture all that excitement you feel at your wedding. Of course, this will be symbolic; no one will register you again at the registry office. Or you can actually get married, but in another country. According to the customs inherent in this culture;
- Gather friends and loved ones. Sit with your loved ones and remember pleasant moments;
- Come up with new wedding vows, make promises to each other for the coming year;
- Dance your first dance;
- Write poems to each other or even sing a song;
- Arrange a romantic photo shoot. Now there are many opportunities for this. You can take a photo in the same place you took a year ago. You can rent a photo studio for a few hours. You can try on extravagant images;
- You can combine your anniversary with an exciting experience: a flight in a wind tunnel, a paragliding flight, a joint parachute jump, a first dance class. Such a holiday will definitely be remembered for a long time!;
- Order or make your own wedding cake;
- Send a Chinese lantern into the sky;
- Have an unforgettable romantic dinner with an interesting intimate continuation. Accessories are perfect for this, with which you can recreate the image of the bride.
What gift to give to your other half?
On this day it is not necessary to give something expensive. According to tradition, it is enough to present each other with a symbolic gift: a cotton handkerchief.
Holiday for two
A great idea for a photo shoot for a chintz wedding is considered to be a celebration for two. To do this, it is possible to arrange a romantic walk through the forest, the seashore or lake, or just in the park. Alternatively, a romantic picnic (weather permitting) or dinner for two.
Among loved ones at home
The first anniversary is an excellent occasion to gather your family, friends and relatives. If you decide to organize a celebration with your family, you should take care of accessories that will help create the right atmosphere.
In honor of such an event, there should be a white chintz tablecloth and napkins on the table. The table is decorated with flowers; if desired, the bride can sew buttons on the tablecloth; they will make it more interesting.
To entertain your guests and get photos, it is possible to hire a professional photographer who is full of ideas. He will take unique photographs of you with your relatives, looking at which you will remember your chintz wedding. To prevent the holiday from turning into a feast, it is possible to organize fun competitions that the newlyweds (if you have enough imagination) or the toastmaster will come up with.
At the restaurant
A great option to celebrate the first anniversary of the restaurant. This can be done both together, having a romantic evening, or by inviting family and friends. It’s good if there is a toastmaster who will entertain the guests. This type of celebration is convenient: you don’t have to cook anything while wearing an apron, because... The chefs will feed you delicious dishes, and the waiters will clean up, so you will feel free. But it is unlikely that such an event will be called budgetary.
It is also possible to arrange a photo shoot in the restaurant. The photographer will think over the idea of holding it and as a result you will have wonderful photographs as a souvenir of your chintz wedding.
In a country house
To create the holiday atmosphere as much as possible, it is possible to celebrate it in a country house. It’s good if this is an ordinary village house, you can decorate the interior according to the theme of the holiday. Alternatively, it is possible to wear traditional folk costumes and have a real party on a grand scale. Such a celebration is a great idea for a photo shoot dedicated to a chintz wedding.
Table decor
The celebration of the first anniversary should be taken with full responsibility, and show imagination and creativity.
First you need to decide on the location of the celebration and decide how to decorate the banquet. Of course, you can have a feast at home or go to a cafe/restaurant, but a small country house will be more romantic. It is especially good if it is a wooden building. This material will create a real atmosphere of warmth and family comfort. Trees and shrubs located in the yard must be decorated with ribbons of fabric of different shades, lace or scarves. Soft toys and an abundance of helium balloons will always be appropriate.
However, if you decide to celebrate in a city apartment, then you can try to turn your cozy family nest into a truly atmospheric and chic place. To do this, you can hang chintz curtains or simply decorate the existing curtain with bright braid, buttons, various scarves with clothespins and beads.
The option of celebrating outdoors with barbecue or kebabs is also very interesting. You can combine the holiday with a swim in the river or a walk in the forest, or you can fly a kite and even a lantern with wishes.
As we have already mentioned, the table should be covered with a chintz tablecloth, and in addition to this, you can complement the decor with napkins made of the same material. If you starch them first, they will look very decent.
Of course, a chintz wedding should not be complete without a cake - it can be a tall multi-tiered dessert or a modest cake with a themed decoration. But the cake stand can be supplemented with chintz ribbons. For more shine, they can be combined with satin or silk cuts.
Of course, any celebration requires a festively laid table. But even if you consider yourself an ideal housewife, then you should not be too zealous in the kitchen - this is your holiday, and it will not be fun at all if you spend most of this special day at the stove. Let simplicity be your slogan for this day - especially since a chintz wedding is firmly associated with tasty but simple dishes.
Focus on fruits and vegetables - there will be a lot of salads on your table; they are always popular during feasts. Take advantage of original recipes that can pleasantly surprise your guests, but do not require much effort.
Sandwiches require very little preparation time. Of course, they can be very simple, but stylish and original; canapés would also be a good option. There should definitely be light snacks on the table - choose the most original recipes, but try to avoid garlic and other pungent ingredients.
For a long time in Rus', people celebrated their wedding anniversary with a samovar. Nowadays, not every family has such an attribute, so you can limit yourself to juices, cocktails and soda.
The highlight of the program must be the cake, and it is better if it is made by an experienced pastry chef, decorated with wedding decor or interesting inscriptions.
And, of course, it’s impossible to completely do without hot dishes - the celebration, as a rule, drags on for several hours and the guests have time to get hungry, especially if the celebration takes place outdoors.
For the hungriest guests, you can prepare simple meat dishes - chop, steak or baked pork, and in addition, offer guests cakes and pies.
Modern chintz wedding format: photo shoot + dinner
Today, many young people prefer to have a traditional celebration with a photo shoot during the day, a kind of love story, and a romantic dinner in the evening. This is a great celebration idea. For a photo shoot for a chintz wedding, it is advisable to prepare the necessary accessories, which you can find out about from the photographer, because he should absolutely have ideas for carrying out your photo shoot.
Calico wedding: traditions, signs and rituals for family happiness
The first anniversary of married life is of great importance for spouses. Knowing the features of this date, you can further strengthen your relationship with your loved one. At the same time, understanding the traditions of a chintz wedding will help you not make a mistake with a gift and correctly celebrate this important day.
The first year of married life was nicknamed the calico wedding for two reasons. Firstly, the properties of this fabric resemble new relationships between people. At first bright and catchy, after a year chintz fades and begins to deform: it is believed that this also happens with the relationships of newlyweds.
Secondly, for the first year of married life it has long been customary to give diapers and baby clothes, since most often at this time a child appears in the family.
According to tradition, a calico wedding is celebrated on a small scale, with a minimum number of guests. Close relatives and witnesses can be invited to celebrate the anniversary, but it is best to celebrate this date together.
Signs and rituals of a chintz wedding
Wedding omens differ significantly from first anniversary omens. On this day, family life can be either strengthened or torn, like a bright fabric. The relationship between spouses is still fragile and may be subject to bad influences.
It is considered extremely important not to allow strangers into your home on the day of your first family anniversary. If you let a woman in, then the husband’s infidelity may awaken, and if a man, then the wife’s infidelity may awaken.
If on this day the spouses woke up at the same time, then you can expect a baby soon.
It is generally accepted that on the day of a cotton wedding it is necessary to have ironed clothes and bed linen. Things that are not dry or wrinkled on this day “speak” of problems in the family.
On the day of the 1st year of married life, the husband and wife need to give each other an item of clothing. If a wife gives her husband a shirt, then future life will be built on mutual fidelity and feelings, and if a scarf, then on daily work.
It is considered a bad omen to give or receive trousers or socks as a gift for a cotton wedding: such a gift can “send” the spouse on the road, that is, lead to separation.
If the husband and wife celebrated the first anniversary of their life together in harmony, then life will continue smoothly and smoothly. If the spouses quarrel at a chintz wedding, it means that the relationship is not yet strong.
If you have invited guests to your first joint holiday, then you need to see who comes first: a man or a woman. It is believed that if the first guest is a man, then there will always be money in the family, and if a woman appears on the doorstep first, you should soon expect an addition to the family.
For a long time, a simple but effective ritual for a long family life has been performed at a chintz wedding. Spouses need to choose a large handkerchief in advance. On the anniversary day, the husband and wife stand opposite each other, holding the scarf by the opposite diagonal edges. You need to tie a strong knot at the ends, saying the following words:
“I tie a knot, I bring my destiny. I bring them into the house, close them off from paths, and keep them for myself. Just as a knot is tied, so are we tied together! To be together is to love each other!”
These words must be repeated three times. After this, the scarf is folded and hidden in a secluded place.
What to give for your first wedding anniversary
Spouses are traditionally given textiles for a chintz wedding, wishing them a “smooth and ok” life together. A good gift is:
- tablecloth;
- bed sheets;
- textile rugs;
- curtains;
- kitchen apron;
- embroidered napkins.
Folk signs will help you understand which moments of your life together indicate imminent happiness. We wish you joy and a long family life. Be happy and don't forget to press the buttons and
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Choosing a location for a photo shoot
Finding a place for a photo shoot is, as a rule, the task of the photographer, because he prepares in advance an approximate scenario for the photo shoot, but he must also take into account the opinion and wishes of the couple. Popular locations for photo sessions are parks (if it is not possible to go out of town), the seashore or other body of water, a forest or field, for example, with blooming sunflowers or wheat.
Often a photo shoot takes place within the city; places are chosen that, as a rule, have architectural value, or places against which the photographs look creative, interesting, and romantic.
Photo session 'first date'
From time to time we all dream of going back to the time when we first met our soul mate. Experience all the feelings again: the first date, the first kiss and the first declaration of love. Feel the ground disappearing from under your feet and your heart pounding in your chest. A photo session will help you bring back the happiest moments of your first date and refresh your feelings after many years of married life. Find the place where you first met (or recreate a similar situation) and relive the moment again. Photos will remain your talisman and reminder for life. You can also recreate your wedding day. The bride always dreams of wearing her wedding dress again, and here comes the perfect opportunity.
Photo session with photos
Pictures with old photographs turn out to be very symbolic. You can use a photo from a wedding or any other, and holding it in your hands create a new photo. Repeat this every year and you'll end up with an incredible series of photos that will recreate your love's entire journey. Each photo will remind you of another happy year of family life. You will change in every photo just like the pictures in your hands. But you will forever remain a couple in love, very happy every year of your life together. Such photo collages will look especially good in the living room by the fireplace.
Thematic photo shoot
In order not to forget the number of years lived together and to celebrate the anniversary, we suggest playing with the theme of the anniversary itself: chintz, paper, etc. Make some props with your husband and choose a suitable location. A photo shoot can take place both outdoors and indoors. For a paper wedding, for example, a library hall or just a stack of books would work very well. A wooden wedding is perfectly illustrated by a pine forest or preparing firewood by the fireplace. At such a photo shoot, your imagination has room to run wild. Don't hold back and feel free to experiment. You can bring the craziest ideas to life, appear in the image of a fairy-tale Cinderella or a retro young lady. Anything will become a reality.
When preparing for a photo shoot, also remember that its success depends on the skill of the photographer.
Therefore, carefully approach your choice and familiarize yourself with the portfolio. But the most important thing is, of course, your sincere feelings. Don’t overdo it during the photo shoot and then you will be satisfied with the result. Your
Decor
Often, a photo shoot for a chintz wedding requires a certain design that will create the necessary ambience and add a festive mood. For decoration, chintz scarves tied in knots, toys made of chintz, a tablecloth and napkins of the same style can be used. Signs with the names of young people and a memorable date are often used, as well as various inscriptions, such as happiness, love, a year together, and more.
First date remake
A great idea for a photo shoot for your first wedding anniversary is to recreate your first date. Try to remember as accurately as possible and convey your sensations, impressions, emotions, feelings. Visit the place where your first meeting took place, remember how it all began, and the photographer will capture it all for memory.
Calico name day for two
In order to celebrate the holiday together, a romantic date in a cozy restaurant, cafe or on the roof of a house is enough. Two Hearts Day will remind young people of a pleasant moment in life, of what they had to endure and overcome. This is a great opportunity to once again admit the infinity of your feelings. You can also rent a cinemascope and view photos and videos on the big screen. Refresh your trip memories. The map is full of romantic countries, but there are only two of you. There are many choices, and celebrating a 1 year wedding anniversary only happens once.
Photo shoot and honey weekend
When else, if not on an anniversary, can you devote yourself entirely to each other. To do this, you just need to escape from the city, from all everyday problems, worries and other nonsense. Treat yourself to a honeymoon weekend by heading to a recreation center or sanatorium that provides spa services. Relax, rest, spend time with your significant other, because sometimes spending time together is so lacking.
What's the best way to celebrate a 1 year wedding anniversary? Calico wedding - a year together
The first wedding anniversary is a very important holiday.
If you are thinking about how to celebrate your first wedding anniversary, then you have already overcome quite a long journey together. We learned to understand each other, got used to the characteristics of our other half, and came to terms with some flaws. Also during this year I had to understand that family life is not only bouquets and sweets, but also difficult days and even some problems. The first anniversary is a chintz wedding. You can also find the names gauze or cotton wedding. No one can say for sure why it is called that; there are several versions.
Photos in nature
Photos taken in nature always turn out perfect. Pictures taken against the backdrop of a beautiful landscape are always full of colors and look as if they were alive. That’s why most photo shoots take place outdoors.
Competitions for celebrating the 1st calico wedding anniversary
Competition "Hugs"
To the accompaniment of cheerful music, a strip of calico 7-8 meters long is tied to the spouses. After which they stand at a distance from each other and, at the command of the leader, begin to spin, wrapping themselves in fabric. When there is no distance left between husband and wife, they kiss to the joyful exclamations and applause of the guests.
Calico Ribbon Competition
This competition is clearly for active and cheerful guests. Several couples do the following: the man holds a calico ribbon in his teeth, the woman holds the end in her hand. At a signal, the fair half of the sex begins to run around the man, wrapping herself and her partner along the axis. Whichever pair turns out to be the fastest will earn a prize.
Competition "Nice words"
The bride and groom select teams from among those invited, come up with a name and slogan for them. Then, one by one, the spouses say pleasant words, compliments, nicknames, etc. to each other. Team members have the right to give them advice.
Competition "Show the picture"
The host distributes to the guests photographs depicting humorous situations that occurred at weddings. Guests must repeat the picture as believably and with humor as possible. Newlyweds can serve as a jury.
Competition "List"
In order to remind guests of the anniversary symbol, the host asks to list household items made from chintz. This could be a tablecloth, napkins, curtains, handkerchiefs, etc. The most creative ones will be rewarded with a chintz souvenir.
Other ideas
Modern newlyweds often include master classes in their holiday program. For example, you can entice guests by painting T-shirts, creating handmade sweets, or oil painting. Introducing a creative component into the event will surprise the guests.
Art master class for a chintz wedding anniversary
A win-win option would be to host a karaoke party. Organize a competition for the best singer/singer, let the guest choose the song to perform. This will make the participants feel relaxed and at ease.
- Play out a detective quest: give participants roles, come up with challenges, testing their intelligence and dexterity. Both an apartment and a restaurant are suitable for such a show.
- Come up with a theme and dress code. Let it be a circus show (gymnasts, acrobats, clowns) or a fairy-tale production (for example, dress up guests in costumes of Disney characters). Prepare your inventory and distribution of roles for everyone, then your holiday is definitely doomed to success!
Thematic dress code
If you decide to hold a themed evening for a chintz wedding, then you will definitely need suits of a certain style. What the outfit will be like depends on the idea of the photo shoot: it could be traditional folk clothes, a cowboy outfit, a wedding outfit, or clothes like the characters from your favorite movie.
Calico
Since the first anniversary is called calico, you can make photosets in a rustic style. A suitable place is a field, a village house, a photo studio. The spouses' outfits should be made of chintz or thin cotton, and can be stylized as Russian folk clothing. The details will include chintz scarves tied into a garland, hay, a hoop with an embroidered date on the fabric, three-dimensional letters or hearts made of chintz, chintz linen or diapers hung on ropes.
You can capture the ritual of tying knots on handkerchiefs.
DIY Shooting Accessories
Often, additional accessories are needed for a photo shoot; they can add a festive, romantic atmosphere to the event. Making such accessories with your own hands will not be difficult; watch the video:
And do-it-yourself paper pompoms for a photo shoot in this master class:
It doesn’t matter where, how, or with whom you decide to spend your first (calico) wedding anniversary, the main thing is that you are happy, loved, and the holiday brings you only positive emotions and impressions. If you are not married, it is possible to arrange a wedding ceremony. A photo session will help make this holiday unforgettable; the photographer will forever capture you young and happy.
If the advice in this article helped you decide on the theme for your wedding anniversary, or you have your eye on the idea of a photo shoot, leave a comment. Share your experience and ideas for holding this event!
How to entertain guests: competitions
An interesting program, in which guests and young people will take part, will definitely be remembered by everyone and will brighten up the evening with bright notes. To make the holiday perfect, you can involve specialists. The photographer will take high-quality photographs of touching moments, the presenter will think through the scenario and take some of the worries off the shoulders of the husband and wife. You can also enlist the help of a florist who will competently decorate the interior and images of the couple.
Interesting ideas and games for the anniversary:
- Calico Ribbon Competition. 2 girls and 2 boys are invited to participate, each pair is given a ribbon. The young man holds one end of the calico with his teeth, the other remains in the girl’s hands. At the command of the leader, the woman runs around the man, wrapping him and herself. The winner is the couple that completes the task faster.
- Game "Guess the leg." The girls stand behind the screen and take turns showing one leg to the men. Gentlemen must guess their lady by her leg.
- Pair competition “Wedding Incidents”. The host selects 2 couples and gives them pictures with ridiculous situations that happen at the wedding. Funny dancing, unsuccessful bouquet throwing and other funny moments will need to be reenacted in front of the guests. The couple that shows the best situation will be the winner.
- "Who is bigger?" - an auction game in which you need to name things made of chintz that are needed in the household. The last one to name the item wins.
You can also turn it into a game to come up with the name of your unborn child, give compliments and hold a competition for the best dance. To reward the winners, small themed souvenirs are prepared.
Gifts and ideas for the 65th wedding anniversary
Traditional and Modern Anniversary Gifts
About the 65th wedding anniversary
The 65th wedding anniversary deserves recognition, and the gemstone associated with this milestone is blue sapphire, a symbol of fidelity that some say can bring inner peace and can bring dream fulfillment and prosperity. This beautiful gemstone makes stunning jewelry for both men and women, so why not use it and her rings.
The color associated with the 65th wedding anniversary is blue, symbolizing trust and peace, fidelity and integrity - all characteristics one would expect from a couple celebrating 65 years of marriage. You probably got married the same year Grace Kelly married her prince, so make this your "royal" event. Children, grandchildren and even great-grandchildren may want to form a club to organize that extra special event, so why not consider a family holiday to a castle, there are plenty to choose from and it would make the perfect gift for the royalty in your family.
Couples celebrating their 65th wedding anniversary can also receive a card from the Queen, this can be arranged through Buckingham Palace. Make sure your special couple gets theirs.
Gift ideas for couples
There doesn't seem to be a specific flower associated with a 65 year marriage, so why not buy a mixed bouquet of sapphire blue flowers like blue hydrangea and delphiniums mixed with some white roses, in keeping with the relative theme of this anniversary and a stunning fragrant gift.
It may be that your tradition is a family meal, a restaurant takeover can be done with careful planning, especially if it is the anniversary couple's favorite restaurant.
Luxury Hotel Breaks
Here are some healing tips for your loved ones celebrating 65 years of marriage. We have many UK destinations to choose from, so a long journey may not be necessary.
Luxury two night stay
Deluxe two-day hotel break for two. This short break at 65 UK locations makes the perfect anniversary gift. Perhaps you can book you and your family at the same time to make the event even more special.
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Luxury accommodation for one night
Enjoy a family getaway to celebrate this special wedding anniversary. Your stay will include a three-course dinner with a glass of champagne and breakfast in the morning.
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Whatever the decision, congratulations on your 65th wedding anniversary and be sure to enjoy your special day.
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Extreme wedding photo shoot
An extreme photo shoot will most likely last no more than an hour. But there will be so many emotions!
— In zorbs
— On four wheels
ATVs, buggies, go-karts - why not wedding entertainment? And in winter, the wheels will be replaced by a snowmobile.
- In aquapark
— On motorcycles
- Under the water
Finally, we offer a few more creative ideas. Photography of the newlyweds can be 100% thematic: echo the style of the main celebration or be created specifically for the couple.
Wedding photo shoot in movie style
Fairytale wedding photo shoot
Photo in the style of a specific country
Your wedding album can be classic, with a staged studio shot, or it can be original, with incredible photographs that no other couple could replicate. The main thing is that everything goes the way you dream.
