“Age is a question of mind over matter… If you don’t mind, it doesn’t matter.”
Gina, a friend of mine, was at her daughter’s wedding a few months back. At the exact moment the adorable couple said their “I do’s”, Gina’s boyfriend of 2 years slipped a lovely platinum ring on her finger and proposed! Of course in a few hours everyone came to know and the newly betrothed couple was showered with adulation’s and advice alike. But it was only when Gina’s aunt covertly whispered in her ear “Better late than never”, that she realized she was going to be a bride at 55!
Meeting your prince charming is a wonderful sensation at any age! There’s nothing like a wedding that leaves one feeling 25 again. But while you may enjoy the thrill of being a princess, there is a particular delicate and regal beauty in being a queen. Keep in mind that you have the maturity and mindset most brides don’t, and thus you can have a more beautiful, yet elegant fairytale wedding with a lovely life thereafter! Let’s start with the basics:
Where shall we tie the knot-
The venue you select for your wedding will set the theme of the whole extravaganza. This is your chance to be bold and fun; letting the world know that you guys are still energetic and youthful at heart. Since it is probably the second time, stray away from the traditional church wedding and try something different, like an old Victorian villa or even a ranch! Whatever the place, be it a ballroom or the beach, how you decorate and dress determines how sophisticated it will be.
How about the ‘wow’ factor- Spice it up-
Buy funky gifts for every guest, something that represents your personality and the special touch you bring together as a couple. Don’t make it all about the ceremony; rather have a celebration that involves all your kids, grand-kids, family and friends!
What should I wear- The ‘all-important’ dress-
With that giggle in your smile and the glow on your face, I am sure you will make an absolutely gorgeous bride in any gown. But let’s face it, not everything is still pretty and perky! Choosing the right dress to suit your body will flaunt your assets in a lovely manner. Stay away from the Cinderella type ball gowns with oodles of lace, flowers and beaded veils. Also run from strapless dresses that show the sagging shoulders. Consider wearing stunning and vibrant colors like ice blue, wine, silver, gold or a soft peach, with simple embellishments, instead of the typical white. Remember ‘less is more’ for an older bride. Also stick to sane shoes that are sensible yet sparkly and your feet will love you for it!
When you’re 50 and loving it, the doors are open wide for you to make the memory of a lifetime! Go crazy, get pampered and all-in-all have the perfect dream wedding!
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My sis wore a dark red dress and got all her bridesmaids and flower girls to wear white.
she and John danced down the aisle to her daughter’s teen band, and all the grandma’s in the family gave a performance.
It was a wedding everyone still talks about!!
Yeah a friend of mine wore red while all her bridesmaids and flower girls wore white. They also did a crazy jig once they got pronounced man and wife. Oh and she was 58, he was 62. It was a classic and crazy fun wedding!
Getting married at 50 is wonderful….
Love the tip to try different colors!
I love the Gazbo, when I was in my 30′s I was engaged and we were going to be married in a local Gazbo where we live, of course we broke up, that brings back memories.
I was married in France.. in front of the Louvre..
I love the gazbo idea,,In the fall would be the perfect time for a wedding!! I want pretty colors! But more then one!
I think restaurant gc’s make wonderful wedding gifts for brides over 50.
Don’t forget the groom and the groomsmen. Flasks are overdone.
And for Pete’s sake, DO NOT have the bachelor/bachelorette party the night before the wedding!
True indeed!
I think a great gift would be a beautiful bracelet!
Cashmere wraps!
Lot of lovely interesting ideas that really pull everything together and bring the wedding to life.
I think that getting married at 50-is wonderful and if it took you that long to find the right person then that’s all that matters. I wouldn’t know the 1st thing to buy someone that is getting married at 50-they probable have everything- giving money to help celebrate a nice honey moon would be appropriate -however I think it was in bad taste to propose to someone during the ceremony of someone else wedding-that was their day and it’s suppose to be all about them whether your 50 or 25.
I think that most couples would appreciate gift cards as a wedding gift. That way they can get exactly what they want.
Fall is a great time of year for a wedding imo. The weather is much more conducive and comfortable for participants and guests. I would much rather people need shawls than fans.
I would say a great gift for a couple over 50 would be spa services or something that they could enjoy together. You assume they don’t need the traditional “setting up house” gifts. So give them gifts where they can enjoy time together.
It is never too late to get married!
borrow/rent everything…save money for the honeymoon
thanks,
A spa gift card!
Make it simple and elegant , no need to over do it.
I love the Gazebo Idea,never thought i would say that!!!!!
Great wedding gifts for brides over 50 are restaurant gift cards for a nice romantic candlelit dinner or a romantic spa package for 2.
I like the cashmere wraps idea! I think signature jewelry is great too. A non-traditional wedding that is fun … and lots of dancing.
Give experiential gifts; tickets to events, gift certificates for travel, etc. Nobody needs more clutter