A Boots and Black Tie Wedding

If you are a Texan, you probably know just whatto create centerpieces that are dramatic and yet
I mean by a boots and black tie wedding. It cana bit earthy. Tons of white candles in tall holders
be interpreted quite literally, or taken as inspirationwill add to the ambiance.
for a certain attitude for your event. For thosePart of the spirit of relaxed elegance will be
brides not in the know, here is a primer to hostingachieved by the music at the wedding. You
a wedding that is the epitome of casual elegance.definitely want a great band for dancing to really
The literal meaning of a boots and black tieget the good times rolling. If you are a true
wedding or event is that the gentlemen weardaughter of Texas, you might go with a hot
black tie attire, but instead of the traditionalcountry band. Brides who are not country music
shoes, they wear a great pair of cowboy bootsfans could consider another style of music with a
(your dressy black cowboy boots, please, not thefolksy edge that will get the toes tapping, such as
scuffed up ones that you wear working on thezydeco or Irish folk music. What to avoid?
ranch!). At this type of party, the ladies will alsoAnything too stuffy like classical music.
wear very elegant attire, most often longFood is always a big part of the festivities at a
dresses, but they are also free to add somewedding. At a boots and black tie reception, serve
character to their outfits, as well. Western inspiredup a menu of crowd pleasing flavors like
details are the most common choice, and somebarbeque, but done with an elegant twist. It will
of the ladies may also decide to wear a verytake the right caterer to come up with recipes
fancy pair of boots as well under a long full skirt.that are both homey and upscale, but it can
The spirit of a boots and black tie wedding is onedefinitely be done, and your guests will find the
of relaxed elegance. In other words, it is black tie,change from the standard baked chicken
which is formal, and yet, festive, fun, and abovereception to be a welcome one. You can think
all, never stuffy. The bride can wear any gownabout incorporating your theme into your wedding
that strikes her fancy, although with the men incake. Choose a whimsical cake topper to perch
black tie, it needs to be fairly dressy. An all-overatop your dessert, such as a little bride and
lace gown can be the perfect answer, and if thegroom dressed in formal attire with cowboy
skirt is full enough, the bride can even wear herboots (this is the type of thing that you can
own pair of boots under it (this is cute under a fullcustom order from a website like etsy).
skirt, because the boots will only peek out once inA boots and black tie wedding is a fun twist on
a while). To bring the look back down to earth,the traditional formal black tie wedding. It is one
unique handcrafted bridal jewelry is great, as is aof the rare occasions in life where you can have
loose hairstyle. Either choose a hairdo that allowsyour cake and eat it, too; an elegant and stylish
soft waves to cascade over the shoulders, or awedding that is also festive and fun. Whether you
soft and modern updo, accented by a simpleare a native son or daughter of the Lone Star
piece of handcrafted bridal hair jewelry, ratherState, or are just looking for inspiration for a
than a princess style tiara.great wedding theme, a boots and black tie
Your décor should also embody a feelingwedding might be just what you have been
of casual elegance. Pair gracious wedding flowerslooking for.
like garden roses with natural branches and twigs