Mexican Wedding Ideas
Weddings are festive events, and the traditions that exist in Mexico can reflect this level of celebration. Mexican weddings are festive, colorful events, but for one to be memorable, much planning must take place from when the invitations go out to the reception following the service. There are several factors to consider once you decide to have a Mexican-themed wedding.
Invitations
Set the tone with the invitation. Let your guests know that your wedding will have a Mexican theme. Instead of calling it a reception, use the term "fiesta" when referring to it. Also, according to 2n-invite.com, consider referring to guests as "Senor" or "Senorita" instead of "Ms.," "Mrs." and "Mr." Choose a bright invitation featuring colors chosen be the prospective bride. Make sure to carry these bright colors throughout the wedding and reception.
Colors
Choose the colors of your wedding, and use them consistently. The bride usually is responsible for picking out the colors. Pick ones that are striking, and don't overlook magenta, orange and turquoise because they are very popular for weddings in Mexico.
Decorations
Select objects to use as decorations at the reception such as serapes, fans, rugs and many terra cotta pots. Try to stay as close to the colors you have chosen to create continuity. If you plan to hold the reception outdoors, put these items on fences, trees or the outside walls of the building. Also, if your reception will be at night, light the area with paper lanterns using the colors you have chosen. This design feature works for receptions held indoors as long as you keep the lights low.
Music
Play music that reinforces the theme. If you plan to have live music, look for a mariachi band, and make sure that it is dressed authentically. If you are going to have a DJ, make sure that he knows the theme, and be sure that he plays Mexican music. For music on your sound system, check out music available for download online.
Food
Recognize that food is the focus of Mexican weddings, so it's a great way to extend your theme by having traditional Mexican food. For instance, you should have tamales, enchiladas and tacos as well as other things that are a bit more "Mexican gourmet." Visit websites of local Mexican restaurants to get some ideas about what to serve. You also have these restaurants cater your wedding.
Activities
Hang a heart-shaped pinata for the younger set. Mexican weddings usually include children, and there's nothing like a pinata to occupy their time. It should contain trinkets that the children can keep, and you should wrap them in the colors of the wedding.
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