5 Tips for A Stylish, Minimalist-Themed Wedding
2020-04-23

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Over the years, we’ve seen a surge in demand for the adoption of minimalistic ideology and aesthetic – from lifestyle to fashion and now, weddings! This comes as no surprise because a minimalistic wedding offers a rather attractive and straightforward theme, that is, ‘less is more’.

That said, you might think that given the scaled-back nature of a minimalist wedding, it should be a lot simpler to organise. Alas! Many couples are surprised that planning for one can give you just as much headache as any other themed weddings, so if you wish to avoid any headache-inducing scenarios or you simply are not quite sure where to start, this guide is just for you.

That said, you might think that given the scaled-back nature of a minimalist wedding, it should be a lot simpler to organise. Alas! Many couples are surprised that planning for one can give you just as much headache as any other themed weddings, so if you wish to avoid any headache-inducing scenarios or you simply are not quite sure where to start, this guide is just for you.

1. Choose your elements wisely

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Focus on a few centrepieces to have as your key focal points at your wedding, such as a beautiful floral arch or tableware. Once you’ve decided on these centrepieces, you can then start to reduce the visual impact of the rest of decor so that your wedding venue has a clean, simple feel to it with few elements working together to creating a beautiful minimalist effect. For instance, you can do away with ornate and elaborate table settings if you already have a gorgeous floral table décor.

2. Dare to use beautiful blooms

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While the minimalistic aesthetic is often thought to be synonymous to the monochrome palette, it doesn’t necessarily have to be so. Though it should allude to a basic design that’s been stripped of superfluous elements and bright, messy colours, a minimalist wedding is far from dull and devoid of life. 

In fact, feel free to toy around with the idea of giving your wedding a pop of colour amidst minimalist decor as a bold fashion statement! One way to go about this is to use flowers, although you should still aim for floral arrangements that feature shades of the same colour to achieve an overall minimalistic aesthetic that gels together. 

3. Go big on wedding stationery

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One thing that you don’t need to sacrifice is stationery – albeit ones with minimalist designs. Somehow, we can all agree that there’s something about minimalism and stationery that go well together, and the symmetry of the papers often add to the satisfying, clean look of the minimalist aesthetic. 

As with anything minimal, be intentional with word placements and imagery used, making the best use of negative space to keep things nice and neat. 

4. Look sleek and chic in your wedding gowns

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As the centre of attention, all eyes will gravitate towards you when you walk down the aisle. Naturally, to fit a minimalist wedding, your wedding dress will have to be effortlessly elegant and simple in design. 

Remember, simple is not synonymous with boring!
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To achieve a clean-cut silhouette that evokes romance and transcends time, opt for a dress that does not have excessive frills, motifs, or embellishments, and try for gowns with classic, old-school necklines like a halter and boatneck and modern materials such as satin. There are plenty of gown rental boutiques to search from, so you’ll definitely be able to find a few that fits the bill.

5. Keep your wedding cake trim 

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The foundation of minimalism is simplicity, and as one of your centrepieces, your cake should exude the same principle. Again, you don’t have to limit yourself to the black or white colour scheme – though you can never go wrong with these hues, it’s alright to incorporate other colours as well. 

All you need to do is to ensure that the cake matches the overall theme, and we recommend going for just a single colour. Should you wish to give it a little visual oomph, you can always go for subtle and abstract textures, patterns, or details.