Red roses are common in Italian weddings.
A wedding theme helps you tie your decorations together under one umbrella idea. The theme may be reflected in the cake, the invitations and the favors, as well as the wedding colors. Often, it also reflects the personality and interests of the bride and groom. If you plan to honeymoon in Italy, if your family is from that part of the world or if you just love the romance of the Tuscan countryside, consider making Italian decorations part of your wedding.
Instructions
1. Select colors that are easily recognized as Italian. The Italian flag is green, white and red. Green is widely used in Italian weddings as a symbol of luck and prosperity and is sometimes worn by brides. By incorporating these colors into your wedding, you will give it an Italian flair. You can also use signature colors of certain regions, such as gold, olive green and Tuscan red in your table linens, as well as your bridesmaid dresses.
2. Choose vegetation that is common in Italy. Because Italy is known for its wines, grapevines are appropriate accents. Roses have been popular in Italy since Roman times. Use these flowers in bouquets, as well as pew wreaths and table decorations. Bridal bouquets and boutonnieres of red roses with green stems tied in gold ribbon help to unify the colors.
3. Incorporate Italian traditions into your decor. In Italy, a ribbon hung over the church door signifies that a bride and groom are becoming "tied together." Place an organza bag filled with Jordan almonds at each guest's place during the reception. These favor bags should each contain five or seven almonds, which are lucky numbers.
4. Add accents that are commonly recognized as Italian. Because food is an important part of every Italian wedding, make olive oil and wine bottles part of your table decorations.
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