5 Non-Traditional Wedding Celebrations to Make Your Special Day Your Own
Although Mehndi, Sangeet, and Haldi are traditional Indian wedding rituals, contemporary couples desire something new and different to make their wedding day special. These are five special wedding events that will make your wedding day even special:
1. A Warm Welcoming Party
Replace the Mehndi or cocktail party with a warm welcoming party. You may have a theme dinner, entertaining games, or a narration session to welcome the guest and set the mood for the celebrations that are to come.
2. Couples Game Night Why not add a dash of friendly competition to the wedding party? Plan a game night where the two families compete with each other in a healthy spirit of competition in trivia, treasure hunt, or sports. It is an excellent ice-breaker and creates memories to be cherished for a lifetime.
3. Giving Back through a Philanthropy Event
For couples wanting to give something back from their wedding, organizing a charity event or volunteer scheme can be a great idea. Whether it’s donating a portion of wedding expenditure to a good cause, organizing a meal-out for the poor, or hosting a fundraiser, this gesture will make your wedding even more special.
4. A Cultural Celebration Make the Sangeet a cultural celebration. Right from folk dance performances to storytelling of family traditions, or a demonstration of practices, this celebration gives your wedding a very personal and meaningful aspect.
5. A Low-Key Post-Wedding Brunch or Picnic
For a low-key post-wedding celebration, forego the grand reception and have a low-key post-wedding brunch or a beautiful picnic with friends and loved ones. This low-key celebration is a moment when everyone can reminisce about the celebrations and have some quality time together before they return to their busy lives.
Introducing one or more of these new ideas to your wedding party can bring your wedding party to a new level and make your celebration one to remember. From wedding invitation cards to small gatherings, everything goes into planning a wedding that speaks volumes about your love story and your personality. Whether you do it the traditional way or you put your own twist to it, weddings are all about happiness, bonding, and memories that last a lifetime.