Lord Thompson Manor Guide to Inspired Weddings
Jun 12th, 2010 by Lord Thompson Manor
Women in our culture tend to discuss Wedding particulars well before Mr. Right even enters the picture, so by the time he comes along and pops the question, some Brides already have ideas for their theme, colors and dress. Others have a few vague conceptions of what they would like, but are unsure of where to begin. A few even see the daunting task of planning a Wedding and meet difficulty in finding their inspiration. The Lord Thompson Manor helps Brides along with any and every step of the creative process, so here are a few tips to get the creative juices flowing.
Look back to your childhood. What can better complement the most romantic day of your adult life than the nostalgia of bright-eyed, innocent wonder? If you have a hard time deciding on your dress, perhaps you can take a cue from your favorite fairy tale princess. At the Lord Thompson Manor, we like to set up candy tables as Wedding favors; these can simply cover the Bride and Groom’s favorite flavors, or they can follow a charming color theme. The delights of childhood don’t have to disappear as you grow up, and can provide perfect inspiration for your Wedding.
Listen to music. Your favorite music can help you decide on a unique, personal tone for your Wedding—for example, you could translate your diva fabulous style into a glamorous set of necklaces for your Bridesmaids, or your enjoyment of jazz into a silky smooth color palette. The Lord Thompson Manor also provides its Brides with lists of popular classical and contemporary Wedding songs that may spark the imagination with imagery from their melodies or lyrics.
Go to an art gallery or museum. The paintings and sculptures that appeal to you the most can help you dream up your theme, your colors and your overall style. Perhaps Monet’s lily pads will inspire a garden-themed Wedding with varied colors, perfectly situated in the Lord Thompson Manor’s Side Garden. A seascape might spark your imagination with bold aqua, pearlescent shells or jewel-toned tropical fish, set to life on your dance floor in our elegant, flexible Conservatory. You might also find a modernist or contemporary piece that strikes you with a perfect, relevant, unique palette or theme.
Watch your favorite romantic movie. The costumes can inform the style of your Bridesmaids’ dress, or your color scheme. You might also theme your Wedding around the movie’s location—you don’t have to fly to Paris for the perfect wine and cheese or Hawaii for ripe pineapples. Our Keep It Simple Spa bridal package includes styling the Bride’s hair the day of her Wedding, and if she loves one movie star or character’s style, our technicians can incorporate this inspiration into the bridal look.
Author Deanna Cassidy
Lord Thompson Manor
