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With
the Three Kings bearing gifts of gold, frankincense
and myrrh for the newly-born Savior, why not we turn
to the riches of the East and use them as inspiration
to our Christmas Wedding?
For
an Exotic Christmas Wedding, play around the exotic
colors of gold, burgundy, purple and bronze. Here are
our suggestions:
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For the invites, use gold or light bronze as the background
color and trim it with embossed images of the Three
Kings’ gifts. You may also opt for the scrolled
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Kings Day,
also known as The
Epiphany or Día
de los Reyes, is celebrated every
January 6, twelve days after Christmas.
It
is a Christian celebration that commemorates
the Biblical story of the Three Kings, Melchior,
Caspar and Balthazar, who followed the star
of Bethlehem to bring gifts of gold, frankincense
and myrrh to the newly-born Jesus Christ.
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Instead of having a white wedding dress, why not wear
a Moroccan-inspired wedding ensemble – bold colors,
rich fabrics, elaborate designs? Dress like the King
and Queen of the East and have your entourage look like
princes and dames.
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You and your entourage may carry a bouquet of exotic
flowers. Or if you want to try something unconventional,
you may have your entourage carry gifts like the Three
Kings’.
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Usually, the church’s rich interiors would already
fit the theme. However, if you are not having the ceremony
inside a church, decorate
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Moroccan
fabrics |
your
venue like a King’s court –
rich tapestry, opulent carpet and rugs. Flowers may not be
necessary, you may opt to use candles, complemented with the
scents of heady aromatics or incense.
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Your guests, entourage may throw assorted colors of petal
flowers or gold and silver coins for good luck.
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For the reception décor, same as the ceremony venue,
dress the reception venue like a King’s court. Here are
our suggestions:
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Lots
of mirrors and glasses, gilded with elaborate artwork
of gold, bronze |
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Wreaths
on top or center of the mirror |
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Large
yellow scented candle surrounded by exotic-colored
baubles in front of the mirrors or glass walls |
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Velvet
or tapestry floor cushions |
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Opulent
carpets and rugs |
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A
giant Christmas tree, decorated with exotic-colored
baubles or jeweled ornaments |
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Hanging
gold and silver stars or jeweled pieces |
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It would be nice if you can have bronze or gold gilded/painted
furniture for the reception. However, if these are difficult
to source, cover the tables instead with rich-colored cloths.
Use shimmering, translucent fabric as the final covering or
as an added design. Decorate the hemlines with tassels or
colorful beadwork to put that Moorish feel.
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For the table centerpieces, consider the following:
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White
or yellow candle on gold or brass colored candelabra |
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Large
yellow scented candle surrounded by exotic-colored
baubles |
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Wreath
with golden yellow candles in the middle. Or if
you don’t like candles, you may opt to put
combination of richly colored wrapped boxes, golden
cones n firs, instead. |
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Amber
tinted vase filled with glittery gemstones |
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Gold
or brass vase laden with exotic fruits or colorful
flowers |
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Exotic centerpiece |
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Use bronze or gold gilded wares, complemented with gold
flatware. Tie table napkins with either a gold cord
or jeweled ring.
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Serve Eastern banquet feast – spicy and exotic
foods. Again, Pinoy food (e.g. lechon,
suman, puto bumbong, etc.) would not be
suitable for an Exotic Christmas concept. For drinks,
you can serve wine. Your wedding cake should be as exotic
as the ambiance, decorated with exotic fruits/flowers
or jeweled ornaments. |
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For the wedding favors, consider the following:
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Miniature
gold- or brass-colored oil lamps, lanterns, treasure
chests |
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Small
richly beaded drawstring bags |
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Rich
fabrics or scarves embossed with your names and
wedding details |
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Small
translucent glasses filled with glittery gemstones |
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Edible
items like food spices, unleavened bread and spreads.
Use rich fabric or exotic-colored paper as wrapper
and colorful beads, baubles, cords as trimmings. |
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Treasure chest wedding favor
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