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Have
a Cinderella Themed Wedding
Cinderella, Cinderella. Who doesn't remember that song?
You have sung it since you were a little girl. Disney made us
all believe in Cinderella, Love and the dream of meeting a
Prince in Shining Armour. We were all going to grow up to be
Princesses. Royalty and romance are the
backbone of every wedding and now that you are all grown up and have
found Prince Charming, it's time to turn the fairytale into a
reality.
As with any wedding, especially a Cinderella Princess wedding, it is
all in the "little" details. It is the small things that can make a huge
difference. Below are some suggestions for creating Cinderella
magic: LOCATION. LOCATION.
LOCATION: Try
to find an old mansion, Castle or Ballroom that either looks over a garden setting or opens into a garden
setting. Another place you can look is at a Golf Facility
(Restaurant or Room that they rent). If this is impossible,
you will need to decorate the inside to convey a garden theme with
elegant flair. Use a lot of pastel
colored tulle, satin ribbons, bows, pearl strands, bells, birds,
coaches, castles, red roses, pumpkins and most important
don't forget the red carpet (or red aisle runner).
If you are able to secure an outdoor facility, check
to see if your garden setting has a garden path and if so, place
container candles on both sides. Enhance the atmosphere of your garden
setting wedding with the Cinderella -Fairy Tale theme by adding
trellises and arches adorned with flowers and ivy, a decorated gazebo
and white chairs draped in tulle.
![](https://www.angelfire.com/md3/laptopbride/images/gown3.gif) THE GOWN:
To create "the look" you
should have a full ball gown (click
here to see examples), elbow-length gloves and
either the classic pearl
choker, a satin ribbon choker or even a simple heart on a chain
necklace. (The satin ribbon choker can be easily created by
purchasing a thin piece of velvet ribbon and attaching a pretty charm
to it. If your hair is down it can be easily tied into a bow in
the back.) In regards to your bridesmaids: your wedding colors
should
be pastels, thus so should their
gowns. Colors your should think about are Pastel Pink, Green,
Lavender, Blue, and Yellow, as well as Ivory White.
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Here for pearl jewelry from Emitations)
Don't forget the Blue Bird of Happiness. Try to incorporate
them into your theme. Blue birds are the symbol of happiness
and good luck. One way to incorporate them into your wedding
is to purchase Blue
Bird
charms or beads to either use in your favors, bouquets, or
decorations. Some ideas include: Sew a small bluebird on
your garter (which will give your "something blue"); affix a
bluebird as either a wine charm or into flowers that are wrapped around
your toasting flutes or even create napkin rings with a small bluebird
affixed to the rings.
THE TIARA:
Every Princess needs a tiara.
It can be simple, elegant or gaudy. Your choice. It's your
wedding. No
matter what though, it should sparkle as much as the bride.
Another alternative is the bun
wrap which is available at Model
Bride.
FAVORS
This might be the simplest part of the wedding
planning. Nothing can rival the glass
slipper, filled with butter mints (or gummy mice (if you can find
them : )) all tied up with tulle and ribbon?
The Cinderella fairytale is one love story that has inspired many
couples to live out that fantasy by recreating it in their wedding.
These crystal bow slippers are a perfect fit for such a theme wedding.
Made of crystal, they are elegantly designed with a satin bow and have a
shallow space inside the slipper for sweet treats. Let your guest know
that you have found your prince charming and will live happily ever
after.• Cinderella slippers: 5-1/4"L x 2"H
Let
your guest feel like Cinderella for a day with these flower slippers.
This slipper is accented with a lovely flower color of your choice. You
can fill each slipper with your favorite candy for your guests to enjoy.
Plastic Slipper.
• slipper: 1-1/4"W x 2-1/4"H x 3-1/4"L
A
blushing bride in white is always the epitome of a romantic and elegant
wedding. These Italian custom crafted favors are a mini version of a
bridal gown on a stick. Each favor is crafted into a white porcelain
strapless bodice with a flowing lace bottom. Attach to each dress on the
back with a sheer ribbon is a small package of 5 white Jordan almonds in
a clear cellophane bag. Arrange a few in a vase or container to create a
stylish center piece or lay one on each place setting with a thank you
note attached.
Of course, people do choose other favors on occasion. Porcelain
candy-filled swans, for example, or lollipop castles of white chocolate.
Fans of the fractured fairytale might head straight for the chocolate
frogs. Some brides even make chocolate truffle mice. Don't forget to
hand out "magic wands" (sparklers, that is!) so guests can
wave you off to your happily-ever-after.
FLOWERS
Other than red roses, your
flowers should be of subdued colors. Theme appropriate flowers include:
Baby's Breath, Camellias, Gardenias, Hyacinth, Irises, Ivy, Lilac, Lily
of the Valley, Orchids, Roses, Stephanotis and, Tulips.
RECEPTION TABLE
If you can locate
and afford it, a lovely reception table centerpiece would be an ice sculpture made to depict a castle, a horse drawn
carriage, swan or a "Glass Slipper". Other ideas include:
- Wishing wells decorated
with ribbons, roses and birds, and have your Maid of Honor or Best man
suggest that guests use the back of their place cards and write down
their wishes or advice for the bride and groom. These wishes and advice
will become your treasured keepsakes. You may even read them over every
year as you celebrate your anniversary. When you write your thank you
notes to your guests, include a thank you for their wonderful wish
and/or advice.
- Small Bird Cages with (Fake) Doves and flowers
- Candelabras with White Pillar Candles.
- Another centerpiece idea, is using horse drawn coaches
and / or castles for Cinderella - Fairy Tale type table centerpieces
whichever you choose,
- Place magic wands on the tables too.
BRIDES
S HOES
- Although some Bride's want to stroll down the aisle in a
"glass slipper" (which is actually vinyl), a more comfortable,
affordable and reusable option is to go with the classic white
pump. Just keep in mind that your Prince has already found his
Cinderella. (Click
here)
MUSIC
Choose
music that matches your theme. Soundtracks from the movie
Cinderella, Beauty and The Beast or even Waltz Music would be
appropriate. (At least part of the time.) Be sure to
have "When You Wish Upon A Star" played at some point at
the reception. The bride and groom's first dance should be a
waltz. After that, let the DJ play your favorites.
For drama, right before your first dance (which again, should be a
waltz), have your Groom present you with a slipper (high heel shoe) to
try on. This makes a great picture and will make your guests
smile.
WEDDING
CAKE: If your budget allows and your baker can do it, have a
castle cake. If you opt for a less costly cake or can not find
someone who can create a castle cake, have an ivory layered cake,
decorated with roses, bows, candy pearls and ribbons and topped with
either a horse drawn carriage or a castle. Place white flickering
"Christmas" lights under cotton balls around the base of your
wedding cake for that magic effect. For additional fun, have a Charm
Pull for your bridesmaids. (Click
Here)
GROOM´S ATTIRE:
A classic black tuxedo or light slacks
and a velvet jacket.
TRANSPORTATION:
If at all possible, a horse drawn
carriage is in order for your wedding. Check if a horse drawn
carriage service is available in your area. Some such services offer
Cinderella type carriages. If not, opt for a white horses and
carriage. The Dove Release: A dove release
is a must for your Cinderella themed wedding. It creates ambience,
great pictures and will be the talk of the town. Some dove handlers
bring their doves in ornate pumpkin coach carriages that double as cages. These can be placed
near the altar for some romantic cooing action, then rolled down the
aisle for a dramatic release once you've become husband and wife. It is
customary to let the bride and groom release the first two doves
themselves, and let the pro handlers release the rest.
How to Have
a Disney World Wedding
(Courtesy of Ehow.com)
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If
you've always dreamed of having a fairy tale wedding, consider
exchanging your vows in Disney World's magical setting.
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Steps: |
1. |
Decide
whether you will have an intimate wedding or a gala including
250 guests. |
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2. |
Visit Disney
World at least once prior to the wedding to check out your
options. Visit the new Wedding Pavilion, the theme park (you can
hold weddings there during the off-season, when the park closes
early), Treasure Island, restaurants, hotels and other locations
on the property to get some ideas of where you would like your
wedding to be held. |
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3. |
Meet with a
Disney wedding coordinator to find out about existing wedding
packages. |
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4. |
Understand
that the price for an intimate Disney wedding for two begins at
$3,000 and includes resort accommodations, a ceremony and
admission to the attractions. Destination weddings for up to 20
guests begin at $8,000, and customized weddings that include as
many guests as you would like average $19,000 to $25,000. |
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5. |
Discuss
details with the wedding coordinator. Make decisions about
flowers, menu, music, officiant, photographer and decorations. |
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6. |
Allow time
during your wedding weekend to take advantage of the activities
available at the Disney Magic Kingdom Park, MGM Studios and
Epcot. |
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7. |
Choose a
Disney theme for your reception. For instance, for a Cinderella
wedding, the bride arrives in Cinderella's glass carriage drawn
by white ponies, and dessert is served in a white chocolate
glass slipper. Other possible themes include Beauty and the
Beast or Aladdin. The price is about $395 to have one character
attend your wedding, and goes up from there, with additional
charges for each extra detail you add. |
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8. |
Realize that
you may have to make a second trip to Disney World before the
wedding to make last-minute arrangements for a large wedding. |
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Tips: |
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Plan
your wedding for the off-season, when rates are down and the
theme park will be less crowded. Late spring or fall are good
times. |
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Consider
foregoing the coordinator if you are having a small wedding and
plan to manage the details on your own. Realize that this can be
challenging to handle from out of state, but could save you a
lot of money. |
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Book
your Disney reservations online (see Related Sites). You can
also call Disney's Fairy Tale Weddings department at (407)
828-3400. |
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Keep
in mind that there is no waiting period or blood test required
for a marriage license in Florida. |
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Disney
can also arrange a bachelor party or other special event related
to your wedding. |
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Warnings: |
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Avoid
selecting a holiday weekend for your wedding, since these are
always extremely busy. |
Cinderella's Au Gratin
Breakfast Potatoes
Cinderella's Royal Table, Magic
Kingdom
1/4 tsp. garlic salt
1/4 tsp. white pepper
1/2 tsp. salt (optional)
3 cups milk
1 cup shredded mild cheddar cheese
4 cups diced and cooked potatoes
1/2 cup flour
1/2 cup fresh and cooked bacon bits
1/2 cup diced onions
1/4 cup melted butter
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Preheat oven to 350ºF.
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Dice and cook the potatoes. Dice onions.
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Gather remaining ingredients. Melt butter. Add onion and sauté. Add bacon
and cook for 2 minutes. Add flour and stir to make a paste. Cook for 5
minutes.
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Add 3 cups milk. Stir until lumps are gone. Cook mixture 10 minutes and
continue stirring.
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Add potatoes, cheese and seasonings. Mix until cheese is melted.
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Bake at 350ºF for 10 minutes.
Yield: 6 servings.
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