Reception Trend Alert: Who Says You Can`t Play With Your Food?!

^^Photographed from Williams-Joslin Wedding, 06.05.10, Virginia Tech Amphitheatre
Role: Day-of Coordinator
No two weddings are ever the same, and details small and large alike help to ensure this fact! All couples seeking to get married want to plan a unique experience reflective of their personal tastes and backgrounds, and want to make that statement apparent to their guests also. While there are many ways to achieve this goal, one trendy solution that is relatively inexpensive – yet makes a fun, eclectic statement – is looking no further than one’s kitchen.

Using fruits and vegetables as the main focus of a centerpiece, or incorporating them throughout, is a great way to make a subtle statement in a bold way. While spring and summer ceremonies tend to showcase more of the fruits, fall is right around the corner and would be an excellent time to showcase some beautiful seasonal veggies!

Here are some helpful tips and things to keep in mind when considering using fruits/vegetables as a design element in your décor:

• Aim to use fruits/veggies that are in-season to keep costs low.
• Before purchasing fruits/vegetables in bulk, talk with your wedding/reception venue or caterer. Many venues that boast full-service amenities have fruits/vegetables on-site, especially if they are common cooking ingredients, and may be willing to lend them to you for a lesser price, depending on how you wish you showcase them in your design.
• Brainstorm ideas with your florist to see if he/she has any cute ideas that could be incorporated into your bouquet(s) to really personalize your day even more!
Using fruits or vegetables as major or minor design elements is cheaper than purchasing a wide array of flowers. Like flowers, this concept still has the power to make statement you want, be it elegant, classic, bold, spunky, etc. So therefore, I say go ahead and take the challenge :) Besides, who says grown-ups can`t play with their food?!

**[Written 08/2010. Featured on the blog of Maryland Wedding Planning Firm, "A&H Events".]**

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