Walking down the aisle with a Medieval or Renaissance theme is like going back in time when chivalrous knights in shining armors rescued damsels in distress. It would be pure romance. However, what are the things you should do to prepare for your medieval wedding? First, you have to choose the place for the ceremony. It would be best to have it in a castle or a wedding chapel with ancient European architecture. If this isn’t available and your only option is to have it in a modern hall or setting, you can always just make the decorations medieval. Research illustrations depicting the Medieval or Renaissance era and try to replicate it with accessible items like banners with crests, big candelabras, suit of armors or breastplates and a lot of tulles or flowing cloth along the aisle. When it comes to the flower arrangements, use a lot of ivy and deep-colored flowers and plants.
Another thing to consider is your wedding attire. Medieval brides didn’t wear white wedding gowns, so the bride’s option is to have a colorful low cut gown set in deep colors such as red, purple, burgundy or the like with a lot of pleats and trains. The bride’s bouquet should be extravagant with a lot of colorful flowers and a hint of wheat which was part of the medieval wedding bouquet. It was believed that wheat signified fertility. Meanwhile, the groom also has to dress up like a prince or a knight, using breeches, tights, pirate shirts, and boots, among several other accessories.
Other things to consider include the invitations, the ceremony itself, the fare or wedding reception, and wedding favors. The style of your wedding invitation and should follow the authentic medieval idiom. The wedding fare and favors, on the other hand, should also have touches from the Medieval and Renaissance period. You can consult caterers for an authentic medieval menu while ideas for wedding favors may include miniature banners, breastplates or swords. For example, you can use brass goblets to serve beverages. Your guests can even take them home after!