Reality TV shows like ‘Bridezillas’ and ‘or Better or For Worse’, paint a horrific picture of getting a wedding together. From lop-sided cakes to wedding dress disasters, they don’t turn out much like the bride and groom had imagined. And that seems to be the case when the couple try to think out of the box, celebrate their union not in the typical run of the mill fashion.
A traditional wedding is the way to go if you want to play it safe. But as many modern couples agree, they are done and dull. Of course you might be up against the mighty force of grandmothers and aunts who gasp with horror as you describe your outrageous wedding plans, and that can be a dilemma.
You can either surrender to their wishes of a traditional wedding or you can incorporate both elements. Not many wedding planners in Sri Lanka are ready to step out of their comfort zone and plan an event with a difference, but Mirror Magazine found two such creative planners.
Haadia Galely, of Mantra Moods, recently planned a three day ceremony. Day one was a carnival themed set up, with jugglers, snake charmers, sketch artists, astrologers and henna artists. The day was spent by the beach as guests indulged in cocktails and were treated to a cultural performance. On day two the couple exchanged vows, had a display of fireworks and indulged in wedding cake. Toning down the celebration, the third day was all about cocktails and Canapés on the Viceroy into Colombo.
Weddings come under the umbrella of events organised by Dees Hospitality Solutions, and they’ve organised quite a few outrageous weddings. Hemant Dadlani and Dunstan Kanagasuneram the hospitality consultants speaking about the most recent wedding they planned says “the bride wanted something different; eccentric but with the traditional elements such as the poruwa as well.”
The company has planned weddings ranging from Hawaiian themed celebrations, paparé
processions, tribal tune entrance (signifying war of life) and even a Johnny Depp themed wedding.
While the decorations were Hawaiian themed, with yellow and green bamboo, table cloths printed with a leaf design; traditional elements such as the poruwa and oil lamp were incorporated and blended in surprisingly well. Entertainment comprised of Hula dancers who accompanied the couple to the throne and of course traditional music played by the band. Food too was a mix of Hawaiian delicacies but with traditional food available for those who preferred local cuisine.
Hemant adds that your wedding can be anything you want, the only limit being your imagination. And quite so; with more modern couples opting to make their special day memorable and unique the ideas, themes, decorations and even the food doesn’t have to be the what everyone else has had. So be inspired; have yourself a wedding that will be remembered for decades to come! |
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