In his 2004 book Barry Schwartz introduced to the world the theory of the Paradox of Choice.  The theory states that even though we believe we will be happier with more choices, the opposite is actually true.  This theory also applies to wedding planning.

When it comes to choosing which wedding details to focus on, less is more. Click To Tweet

Here are the five wedding details that have the biggest impact on your wedding day.

Big Impact Detail #1: Florals

Flowers are the glue that tie all of the elements of your wedding together.  They are the most visable and pervasive element on your wedding day and they communicate your wedding colors, style, and set the schene.  

Your wedding bouquet will be in most of your wedding images so taking the time to ensure that you love it is time well spent.

 

 

Big Impact Detail #2: Your cake or dessert table

Your cake table or dessert bar are one of the main focal points for your wedding reception.

I really like cake.  It might be because of this that I always find myself looking forward to seeing the wedding cake.  I feel like many brides miss an opportunity to express themselves and complement their wedding theme when it comes to their wedding cake.  A white fondant cake is pretty, but it tells nothing about you as a couple!  Use your wedding cake to do something special and make a statement!

Big Impact Detail #3: Wedding Stationary

Your Save the Dates and wedding invitation are your guests first impression of your wedding.  Your wedding stationary sets the tone for the wedding day and lets guests know what to expect.  Wedding stationary can provide information, entertainment, and style to your event so don’t neglect it!

Did you know that I also offer calligraphy services through my Etsy shop Mollie Tobias Creative?  Email me at molliet@gmail.com for a custom quote on addressing envelopes, escort cards, custom vows and more.

Big Impact Detail #4: Your Wedding Dress

How many little girls spent hours dreaming about the dress that they would wear when they walk down the aisle?

I did not wear a fancy dress when I got married so I thought that I was immune to the allure of a wedding dress.  Then I was modeling for a styled shoot for another photographer and I got to go to a bridal salon and try on dresses…and I was smitten.

Nothing makes a girl feel as beautiful as a wedding gown.  It is known.

Big Impact Detail #5: Your ceremony and reception sites

On your wedding day, your guests will spend the most time at your ceremony site and your reception venue.  Spending a little extra time and effort into these spaces can yield a big impact.

Your ceremony and reception venues are also the areas where you can bring together your other big impact details – florals, papergoods, and you wedding cake to create the whole package.

Focus on these five high impact wedding details and you are sure to have a beautiful wedding to remember!