Basic elements of classical style
The style, which today is called classical, appeared around the 17th century. It was formed under the direct influence of ancient art. The word “classicism” itself translated from French means “ideal”. Classics are the case when words about the connection between algebra and harmony take on a visible embodiment.
The main features of the classical style are:
- balance and moderation. Pretentiousness and an abundance of decorative elements in the classical style are unacceptable. It is necessary to achieve such a combination of parts in which each element will be irreplaceable;
- sophistication: every element of decor should look expensive and luxurious. At the same time, vulgarity and the desire to emphasize “wealth” are unacceptable;
- aesthetics. The design of the hall, invitations, table decoration and even the dishes themselves served to guests should look as if a professional artist worked on their creation;
- rigor and conciseness. It is important that the composition does not contain details that can be gotten rid of without disturbing the overall appearance.
Classic is a style that is ideal for people who prefer to pay tribute to tradition and who know a lot about beauty and harmony. Do you prefer classical music to modern music? Do you like to spend time in museums and regularly attend theater performances? Do you have a delicate taste and don’t like flashy colors and pretentiousness? This means that the classic style in wedding decoration will suit you like no other!
Selecting colors for decor
Traditionally, shades of white prevail in the decor style of a classic wedding. A classic white wedding is suitable for a young couple; the color symbolizes innocence. If a middle-aged couple is getting married or one of the spouses is having a second marriage, then you can experiment with shades. Organizing a wedding in blue, the classic style of which includes a banquet in a formal atmosphere, is well suited for already established couples with a long relationship.
In addition to snow-white, ivory, milky and cream shades, champagne, pearl and others are used. Pale pink, peach, and golden colors are also suitable.
You can add bright accents; pale lilac and pale blue fit well into the palette. When a classic wedding is planned, it is better to choose the decoration of the hall so that it differs from the tone of the bride’s outfit.
Pay attention to detail, highlighting shape and color. This will help the photographer to quietly take interesting photographs during the celebration.
Color spectrum
The main task when decorating a wedding hall is to select a harmonious color scheme. The classic option is snow-white. However, you may prefer light beige, pearl or cream shades. Having chosen the main color, you need to think about additional ones, the number of which should not exceed two or three. Additional colors can be silver or discreet green shades, you can choose blue or gold decorative elements.
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For brave souls who want to add a touch of modernity to the classics, you can choose brighter colors: red, purple, blue. It is desirable that the elements used in the decoration of the hall are in harmony with the details of the newlyweds’ outfits. If you want bright colors to be used when decorating the room, remember that there should not be too many color accents, otherwise the canons will be violated.
Scenario
Future newlyweds can hold their wedding in the classic version - bride price, registry office, banquet - or show their imagination and create a themed celebration.
The most common scenario for a winter wedding is adherence to Russian traditions. In this case, the bride appears as a Slavic beauty with a long braid and blush on her cheeks, and the groom appears as an equally attractive, brave young man. You can organize themed entertainment and a photo shoot - sleigh rides or carriage rides with horses, tea drinking from a samovar with bagels and much more.
Another scenario option is a winter wedding in the style of a fairy tale, for example about the Snow Queen. In this case, the bride appears as a sophisticated and cold lady, but her heart gradually thaws from the ardent love of the groom. In this case, it would be appropriate to celebrate in a house in the middle of a coniferous forest or even on an outdoor skating rink, and a photo session can be arranged against the backdrop of ice figures.
Decoration of the banquet hall
The classic design of a wedding hall involves the use of floral arrangements. It is advisable to choose roses or lilies. Bouquets are used to decorate the banquet hall, tables for guests, and the registration area.
Flower vases should have a simple shape, but they can be decorated with stucco or a golden pattern. Naturally, natural flowers should be used. Firstly, living bouquets will fill the room with a subtle aroma and help create the right atmosphere. Secondly, artificial flowers almost always look too cheap and do not fit into the classic style, which implies discreet luxury.
A classic wedding design is unthinkable without draperies. To decorate the hall you need to use natural fabrics, for example, satin, chiffon or silk. Fabrics should drape well and create beautiful aesthetic folds. Often, when decorating a banquet hall, several types of fabric are used, the combination of which creates an attractive contrast. One fabric should be denser, while the second can be airy and translucent. Fabrics may vary slightly in shade: this will create an interesting volume effect. Guest chairs are also draped, which can be additionally decorated with large bows or satin ribbon.
Additionally, the hall can be decorated with tall vases of flowers. At the entrance to the hall, it is advisable to place a table with a book in which guests can write down their wishes to the newlyweds. You can also allocate a separate place where guests can take photos as a souvenir.
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DIY wedding decoration: words from thread
You will need:
– rope or jute
- PVA glue
– wax paper.
1. Lay out wax paper on a flat surface.
2. Think of a word, phrase, or initials that you want to represent with the rope. You may have to draw out the words you want with a pencil.
3. Pour PVA glue into a bowl, add a little warm water and wet the entire thread. Try to let the thread absorb as much glue as possible.
4. Start “writing” the desired words with the thread. In places where the thread intertwines, you need to press it firmly. You may need to add more glue on top of the thread.
5. Leave the workpiece to dry for at least 12 hours.
Lighting design
Naturally, you should also think about window decoration. Plastic blinds are not acceptable. Window openings should be decorated with draperies made from the same fabrics that were used to decorate the tables. Draperies should be quite lush and voluminous; you can use several types of fabrics in order to achieve the effect of volume and lightness.
Lighting design is very important for a wedding. For example, when decorating the hall for Gulnara and Rustam Salikhov, it was decided to place the main emphasis on beautiful multi-level lamps, which gave the room a light, airy look.
Setting up tables for guests
Decorating the hall is a responsible task. At the same time, it is undesirable to use massive elements: everything should be simple, but at the same time expensive and elegant. Tables should be round, suitable for seating 8-12 people.
To decorate tables, you can use candlesticks, crystal vases and flower arrangements. Porcelain figurines are acceptable, as are banners with the names of guests. However, it is important to remember that there should not be excessive decor. The table should be decorated with two or three decorative elements.
Dress code
For the event to be perfect, guests must comply with a certain dress code. The bride and groom must be warned about the need to choose a style of clothing in their invitations.
Men must wear a tuxedo or formal suit. Women need to dress up in an evening dress and choose a strict, but at the same time elegant hairstyle. Ladies can choose hats and clutches as accessories.
Bridesmaids should have dresses made in the same style. It is not necessary that the dresses be the same. This is even undesirable: choosing a dress style that will complement any figure is almost impossible. But a single color scheme and fairly strict lines would be extremely appropriate.
How to dress
You need to choose a long floor-length dress, perhaps even with a train. Fitted models with a narrow bodice or corset and a moderately full skirt will look advantageous. Among the shades, it is better to choose classic white or silver with red or blue accents. If the bride does not like this option, then she can choose a bright dress that will contrast attractively with the snow-white background, for example, scarlet, pink, blue or coffee. Patterns made of rhinestones, decorative embroidery and lace details will look advantageous.
You can emphasize the mood with the help of additional accessories - a fur coat, a cape with a hood, a shawl or a bright scarf. Additionally, it is worth choosing a themed hat, muff and boots or even felt boots. If your choice is a winter Russian wedding, they will look harmonious, and you can change into elegant shoes already in the banquet hall.
Interesting! We have written a separate detailed article about choosing a wedding dress for a winter celebration. Here she is.
It is better to do the hairstyle collected, after straightening the hair, if you plan to stay in the cold for a long time, where the curls quickly lose their shape. If the bride does not have a fur hat, you can use a veil or just a large hairpin decorated with rhinestones.
As for makeup, when creating it you need to stick to one of two options for accents - on the eyes or on the lips. In the first case, the bride will suit thin black arrows in a retro style or the timeless “Smokey eyes”, and the lipstick should be a natural shade. The second option involves lightly elaborating the eyelids with pastel shades and a bright accent of matte lipstick. In both cases, it is better to choose a golden foundation and platinum powder.
Advice! The manicure can be plain, French or decorated with rhinestones and winter or openwork patterns.
A winter wedding is not a reason to give up fresh flowers.
When creating a bridal bouquet, you can use your imagination, but it is better to prepare this accessory together with an experienced florist.
In winter, there are some nuances in preserving the original appearance of the buds. The composition can be in snow-white or bright colors; the contrast of white snow and green details looks expressive. You can complement the bouquet with artificial snow, pine needles and even pine cones; branches with red berries will look organic.
The groom should also think about how to dress for a wedding in winter. Any classic suit is suitable for the celebration, but you can add a twist to the look and wear a tailcoat or tuxedo. For a walk, it is advisable to choose a black coat, a suitable headdress and perhaps even a decorative cane. To emphasize the coziness of a “warm” winter wedding, you can replace a regular tie with a knitted one or even a scarf.
What to wear to a winter wedding? Guests are free to dress as they wish. For women, long evening dresses or more cozy knitted ones are suitable. If you are planning a general photo shoot for everyone present, you should warn everyone about this in advance so that they wear appropriate clothing for the weather. Classic suits are suitable for men, and you can emphasize the winter theme with the help of knitted boutonnieres.
Bridal outfits
The newlyweds' outfits must fit into the classical canons. Pretentious clothing with bright trim is unacceptable (although you can add a few color accents, but try not to overdo it).
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The best option for the bride would be a dress made from natural fabrics, such as satin, silk or lace. The dress can be of any style that adorns the bride and emphasizes the dignity of her figure. The main thing is brevity and restraint. The simultaneous use of a large number of decorative elements is unacceptable. The veil should not be too long, especially if the dress has a train. A sleeveless dress should be complemented with gloves. Shoes should be chosen quite simple, with a minimum of decor, closed, with a small elegant heel.
Under no circumstances should you make your hairstyle too complicated. It is better to ask to style your hair in curls or make a bun. You can complement your hairstyle with a tiara or a thin headband to match the dress.
The groom should choose a classic tuxedo. A boutonniere and a bow tie will help give your look a formal look.
Features of studio photography
A photo shoot in a studio for lovers will not be a difficult task for a professional photographer. For everything to go smoothly, the couple needs to decide on the interior in advance and take care of their appearance. A studio photo shoot has a number of advantages:
- helps save time;
- there is lighting and other equipment for the photographer’s normal work;
- does not depend on the weather;
- no one and nothing will interfere with the lovers, because besides them and the photographer there is no one in the room.
Recently, wedding photo sessions in the studio have been especially popular. You need to think through this process in advance, as it affects the choice of wedding operator. Not all of them are ready to work in such conditions.
Choose an interior
The most difficult task may be choosing a studio with a suitable interior, and not because the desired option does not exist, on the contrary, there are a lot of them. Recently, photo studios have been appearing one after another in both large and small cities, so the interior can be found to suit every taste.
By choosing the design of the room, you determine the concept of the entire photo shoot. For example, if the studio is designed in Provence or shabby chic style, then everything around will be decorated with small flowers and delicate shades. The romantic atmosphere will be the basis for choosing all other preparation details. For photos against a background of flowers, specific clothing, shoes and makeup are suitable; these nuances will have to be thought out in advance.
Accessories
Properly selected accessories will help you capture emotions in a photo, and not just a beautiful picture. You need to look for them after defining the general concept. Having chosen a love story photo shoot, you can consider the following accessories: “LOVE” and other thematic inscriptions;
- picture frames;
- large letters “LOVE” and other thematic inscriptions;
- umbrellas with bright prints;
- fresh or artificial flowers, rose petals;
- fans;
- smiles, lips, mustaches on wooden sticks.
Having thought through the range of accessories in advance, you will diversify your photographs, creating unique images.
Shoes
Shoes seem to be an insignificant attribute; many consider it much more important to choose the appropriate clothes and accessories. But it’s the wrong shoes that can ruin your look. Remember that you won’t have to walk a lot, although you shouldn’t choose a completely uncomfortable pair of shoes either.
A love story photo shoot, which takes place in a studio, allows partners to be barefoot. This is one of the advantages of shooting indoors. However, this idea is not suitable for everyone; if a girl is dressed in a luxurious dress, then the lack of shoes will be noticeable.
Cloth
“They meet you by their clothes” - this rule also applies to viewing photographs. Remember that after a while you yourself will admire the photographs, maybe you will even start showing them to your family and friends. How would you like to be perceived? In addition to the fact that clothes are selected in accordance with the interior, you should also like them.
It is important that the partners look harmonious with each other, so it is better to shoot a story photo shoot for lovers when they are dressed in the same style. Many people take several outfits with them at once to create different looks.
Even more tips and recommendations are presented in our article on the topic: how to beautifully design a photo of a couple in love.
Laying
For hair styling, it is better to contact a professional who will realize any of your ideas. If you feel like you can handle it on your own, consider whether you need the extra stress. Preparing for a photo shoot already takes time, and besides, if something goes wrong, there may simply be no time left to redo the styling. Therefore, it is better to trust the professionals.
It is important for both partners to think through this part of the appearance. Even if a man has short hair, it must be styled correctly
In life, no one will pay attention to a couple of hairs sticking out, but in the photo this “trifle” will be very visible.
Makeup
It is also better to entrust the application of makeup to a specialist, for the same reasons as with the issue of styling. Remember that the face is especially clearly visible in almost all photos, so its design cannot be neglected. Think over your outfits in advance and choose makeup that matches each of them
You can choose neutral options, they will allow you to focus on something else
Photo studio rental
When choosing a photo studio, it is important not only to evaluate the interior you like, but also to discuss all the nuances with the landlord:
- exact time of arrival and departure;
- availability of make-up artist and hairdresser services;
- variety of outfits provided;
- price.
It is also important that the photographer is familiar with the design of the studio and evaluates the equipment. If you are inviting a professional who has never worked in your chosen location, be sure to arrange a preliminary visit (learn more about how you can conduct a love story in the studio)
Who to entrust the decoration of the hall to?
Decorating a hall for a wedding requires compliance with the canons, which is quite difficult. After all, only a true professional with delicate taste, extensive experience and, of course, appropriate education can choose laconic, but at the same time luxurious elements for decor and with mathematical precision verify the most harmonious combination of details. Therefore, you need to look for designers who meet this criterion and who could complete tasks of any complexity. To make sure of the professionalism of wedding planners, you need to look at photos from weddings and take into account customer reviews. If you want your celebration to be truly luxurious and unique, meeting the highest criteria of aristocracy, then choose a classic wedding design.
How to decorate the site with your own hands?
To make your wedding celebration hall look festive and beautiful, you don’t have to spend a lot of money on decorator services; you can do everything yourself. To transform the room, you must use:
- plain or parchment paper of different colors, from which you can make three-dimensional flowers to decorate the walls;
- various designs of balls throughout the room, which will help achieve the desired atmosphere;
- hand-made products obtained from unnecessary things and skillfully converted into original pieces that fit organically into the interior;
- properly selected textiles, which do not always have to be expensive, to look chic, the main thing is to choose the right material, the right color, and place it beautifully in the room.
Depending on the theme of the holiday, you need to select decorations for it. In the daytime, you shouldn’t spend money on any kind of lighting, because it simply won’t be visible
For a wedding in the morning and lunchtime, it is worth paying attention to the lighting, which should be natural and fill the room as well as possible. Flowers made from paper or ribbons are perfect as decorations in enclosed spaces.
Bows, which can be easily made using satin ribbons and placed on chairs, napkins near dishes, and on any textile in the room, will also be an excellent decor.
If style allows, then you can easily and simply decorate the room with balloons. This option does not require large financial investments, you can do it yourself, and the effect will be the desired one in any case. It is not advisable to use balloons in an open space, since gusts of wind can confuse them, break them, or even cause them to burst. Decorating a wedding hall yourself is not difficult, the main thing is to approach the process creatively and with desire.
