Let’s face it: many a bride might scoff at the idea of a 4th of July wedding for fear of being backed into a corner with far too many flags, a plethora of stars and stripes, and a spell bounding fireworks show. All tacky and trite details aside, we believe a pop of patriotism executed in the chicest of ways can transform a holiday-day themed soiree from “You’re A Grand Ol’ Flag” to simply beautiful. (Besides, we here at Be U Weddings can’t get enough blue and white striped design in the summer!) The key to not going overboard is simply that: Opt for subtle touches. Love America’s color palette? Infuse your tablescape with classic blue china, lace runners, and a rosy red floral scheme. Or, let your food steal the show. Whip up adorable licorice favors (as seen below), and wrap them in star-printed paper. And if fireworks don’t top your “must-have” list, pass out super fun (and still sophisticated!) sparklers.
Check out some of our favorite wedding snapshots with a nod to red, white and blue. Happy 4th of July!
Declaration of Love
Photography by: The Way We Click
Dancin in your Red Satin Shoes!
Photo by: Anna Routh Photography
Styled by Soirée Weddings and Events
Say ” I do” in Something Blue.
Left: Featured in this wedding: Krippendorf Lodge Wedding
Right: Featured in our Something Blue Feature
Create an Independence Introduction with Sparklers
Photography by: Colin Lyons Photography
Independence Grove Wedding
Fire Cracker Crimson Accessories for your table and ensemble
Left: Bedazzle My BonBon
Right: Photography by Cage and Aquarium from our Lake Geneva Wedding feature
Bridesmaids in Blue
Photography by Fig Weddings in our Café Brauer Wedding Feature
Celebrate in Style with Blue China
Photography by Jennifer Kathryn Photography at Gallery 1028
Freedom Footwear
Photography by: Darin Ballman in A Thousand Origami Crane Wedding
Have a Star Studded Soirée
at the Radisson Blu Hotel ( Photo from the CS Brides 5 Year Anniversary Party)
Show Off With Stripes
Cake by Oak Mill Bakery & Menus by Be U Brides Featured in our Vintage Chicago Wedding
Rustic Recognition
Poladora.com
If you are having a rustic or vintage wedding don’t forget to register for this star-studded statement piece
Dazzling Delight
Photography by Knots and Tots Photography
Pucker-Up for Patriotism
Photography by Gray Photography in our Patrick C. Haley Mansion Wedding
Happy 4th of July!
Loved the “Independence Inspiration” article….well written!
VERY CREATIVE ideas! THANKS for all the ‘out of the box’ celebration suggestions! GOOD article!