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People shudder at the thought of having to get up early to go to a wedding. Most people assume that morning weddings are boring and rushed. Quite the contrary. If planned correctly, morning weddings can be very romantic and very chic. What better way to start your new life together, than at dawn, as the sun rises? Picture bride and groom whispering vows to each other, gentle breeze blowing through strategically placed hair, and layers of chiffon billowing softly, dancing in the wind of morning love. Dew kissed faces staring lovingly at each other as the sun begins it ascend into the beautiful purple sky. Two become one in the dawn and kiss as the sun illuminates them and casts it warm glow.

In order to pull this off, you are going to need to keep it simple. Having a dress bigger than the sun with makeup and hair that resembles a recent Grammy winner will make you look more like a teenager with a hangover after prom than a blushing elegant bride. Dress should be airy and breezy, and romantic. Think Kate Winslet in Titanic. Think Juliet. There's nothing more romantic than a beautiful cap sleeved dress with lots of chiffon and empire waist. Hair should be loose and natural. Wear it down in loose waves, or part in center and braid 2 front pieces and pull back. Don't pull to tightly, you don't want to look like your sporting bad cornrows. Makeup should be kept natural and sheer. Remember you might get a little bit of dew, so make sure to wear water proof foundation. Opt for lip gloss in a natural shade instead of lipstick. The effect will be stunning as the sun rises.

As guests arrive have coffee ready in elegant silver coffee pots on a table with strewn pale pink rose petals. Opposite coffee table or next to it have gust book and wedding favors ready. Wedding favors fr this occasion should be sunglasses in every variety. They don't have to be expensive there are lots of places that offer discount sunglasses. Place a silver hand held mirror next to the glasses so your guests can enjoy trying them on. As the bride and groom kiss, and the sun climbs into the heavens, guests will be treated to the most beautiful 3D event they have ever witnessed.

Guest should be seated at round tables with big white umbrellas and elegant china. For your centerpieces choose flowers in the pale greens, whites, creams, and pink. Guests are just waking up and want to wake up nicely. After the ceremony have mimosas passed around with strawberries. For breakfast have a buffet ready with eggs, pancakes, sausage, potatoes, bagels, and fruit. Play classical music throughout the reception to create a relaxing ambiance.

Morning weddings when planned properly can be romantic and serene. Make sure to delegate duties to bridesmaids, you don't want to be running around like crazy and accidentally play 2 live crew instead of Tchaikovsky.

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