As I stood by the tranquil shores, the sound of waves lapping against the jetty filled the air. Suddenly, I turned to see my then-boyfriend, now-husband, down on one knee, ring in hand. Tears streamed down my face as I managed to utter a delighted “Yes!” amidst the cheers of nearby beachgoers. On the journey home, I couldn’t take my eyes off the glimmering ring, and my mind raced with plans for the perfect wedding.
I envisioned a celebration that truly captured our love story—an event filled with warmth, romantic flowers, and candlelight, where we could dance the night away to our favorite tunes. I pictured myself in an elegant ivory gown, and I had a clear vision for the floral centerpieces at the reception. The months leading up to our wedding were filled with ideas, and when the big day finally arrived, it was everything I had dreamed of and more. Or so I thought.
Looking back, I realize that our wedding took place 18 years ago, before the rise of social media and the digital age. My choices for bridal gowns were limited to old issues of bridal magazines, and wedding photography was far from what it is today. Back then, my friends and I wore off-the-rack dresses from large bridal stores—there wasn’t even a hint of a mashed potato bar in sight!
Honestly, I’m a bit envious of the trendy elements that have emerged in weddings since then. If I had known about the charm of mason jars and rustic venues, I might have dashed down the aisle in excitement. Recently, I attended the wedding of two close friends, and their hipster-themed celebration was stunning. It inspired me to crave a wedding do-over, and not just for the mason jars.
1. Barns are the New Ballrooms
Barns evoke a nostalgic charm, perfect for a lively dance party. Instead of our sterile hotel ballroom, a rustic barn floor would have been ideal for our celebration.
2. Burlap Over Tulle
In the ’90s, tulle was the go-to material for wedding decor. Nowadays, hipsters have revived burlap, using it as table runners and adorning mason jars filled with daisies. I want burlap for my do-over!
3. Custom Hashtags Are Essential
Since our wedding predated social media, our photos were limited to those taken by our photographer and a few disposable cameras. Now, couples can create unique hashtags combining their last names. Although our Irish surnames might lead to some amusing results!
4. Chalkboards Are In
Forget classroom chalkboards; they’ve made a trendy comeback at weddings! Whether signaling the start of the ceremony or labeling a gourmet cheese spread, I want a hand-painted chalkboard at my hipster wedding do-over.
5. Culinary Creativity
Our wedding menu featured lovely options but lacked the comfort foods that hipster weddings are known for. I was inspired by the delicious spread at my friends’ wedding and immediately reconsidered our appetizer choices—yes, I’m still thinking about that mashed potato bar!
While our wedding day was indeed perfect and reflected who we were at the time, attending these modern celebrations reminds me how far we’ve come. As we danced beneath twinkling lights in that charming barn, I felt grateful for friends who throw such beautiful, rustic weddings.
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In summary, while I cherish the memories of my wedding day, the allure of a hipster wedding do-over is undeniably tempting. I may not change the past, but I can dream about the charming elements I missed out on back then.