FINISHING TOUCHES 53 Add the pièce de resistance to your wedding day with these fab finishing touch ideas The venue and photographer are booked, the dress has been ordered, the menu’s been decided… it’s time to have some fun! Here, we’re thinking about those added elements that can really elevate the look or experience of your wedding day. Once all the essentials are in place these are the things on your list that might not be the must-haves the two of you decided not to compromise on at the outset, but they’re the would-love-to-haves, and boy would they make it a day to remember! So, if you’ve got a bit of budget left to play around with here are some ideas for finishing touches that really help to personalise the big day and tell the story of you. SEALED WITH A KISS “When thinking of beautiful wedding stationery, the finishing touches are what set your invitations apart,” says Florrie, from de Havilland Memories. “To create an unforgettable experience for your guests when opening your wedding paper, you can choose to elevate your invitations with little details such as silk ribbon or wax seals. By using a colour that’s reflected in your stationery, these touches can either be used to make a statement or simply to uplift; but no matter your choice you’ll be sure to leave a lasting impression, setting the tone for the big day ahead. “We only use the finest, sustainably-sourced materials, meaning all of our ribbons are pure silk and hand-dyed using natural pigments. Our wax seals are only ever obtained from small, local businesses and our paper is either unbleached, recycled or made from sustainable materials, so you can create statement wedding stationery without the cost to the environment.” CROWNING glory Anita Austvika on Unsplash Wedding favours are a great way to thank guests for joining you as well as giving a nod to your theme. Macaroons in palette colours always go down a treat! Clem Onojeghuo on Unsplash Think about your place names. How can you cleverly tie them into your theme and use them to say a little something about you, as well as having them serve their more obvious purpose? If you’re really clever they can double up as favours ensuring less wastage. Photos by Lanty on Unsplash It’s important to be conscious of the confetti you choose from a sustainable standpoint, but there are biodegradable options. Choose petals matching your palette and your confetti throw photos will be on point!
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