Break tradition with these bizarre yet brilliant wedding themes! From pirates to wizards and time travel, each theme offers ideas on how to make your wedding an unforgettable spectacle!
1. Outer Space Extravaganza
Venue: Planetarium or observatory.
Attire: Metallic gowns, space-inspired jewellery, and galaxy-coloured suits.
Decor: Starry lights, galaxy projections, and sci-fi props. Set up tables with constellation names and serve galaxy-themed drinks for a celestial vibe.
2. Zombie Apocalypse
Venue: Abandoned warehouse or outdoor setting at dusk.
Attire: Tattered suits and dresses with “zombie” makeup effects.
Decor: Faux cobwebs, distressed decor, and candlelit tables for an eerie atmosphere. Serve creepy, “undead” hors d’oeuvres and offer fake blood cocktails for an immersive experience.
3. Steampunk Fantasy
Venue: Historic mansion or an industrial loft.
Attire: Victorian-inspired dresses with corsets, leather, and goggles. Top hats and pocket watches complete the look.
Decor: Exposed gears, vintage clocks, brass accents, and dim lighting. Offer custom cocktails served in apothecary jars for an authentic steampunk vibe.
4. Intergalactic Disco Rave
Venue: Neon-lit club or futuristic art space.
Attire: Neon bodysuits, LED masks, and cosmic accessories.
Decor: Strobe lights, holographic props, and glow-in-the-dark everything. Dance to a DJ spinning galactic tunes for a raver’s dream.
5. Great Gatsby Glam
Venue: Art Deco venue or grand ballroom.
Attire: Flapper dresses, tuxedos, feathered accessories, and jewelled headpieces.
Decor: Black and gold accents, crystal chandeliers, and cocktail stations. Hire a jazz band, and serve cocktails named after ’20s icons to complete the Roaring Twenties feel.
6. Backyard Carnival
Venue: Large backyard or park.
Attire: Casual, colourful attire with vintage-inspired prints.
Decor: Set up carnival games, rent colourful tents, and decorate with strings of lights. Serve cotton candy, popcorn, and hot dogs for a festive carnival feel, and have an outdoor photo booth with clown noses and carnival props.
7. Pirate Adventure
Venue: Beach, dock, or boat.
Attire: Pirate hats, boots, sashes, and breeches for the bridal party.
Decor: Treasure chests, pirate flags, and ropes. Consider renting a small boat for a dramatic couple’s entrance, and serve seafood and rum cocktails for an authentic pirate party.
8. Medieval Feast
Venue: Historic castle or rustic barn.
Attire: Medieval-inspired dresses, cloaks, and brooches. Guests can join in with crowns or circlets.
Decor: Long banquet tables, wooden goblets, and candlelight. Set up a hearty medieval feast, and consider hiring performers for live lute music to transport guests back in time.
9. Alice in Wonderland Tea Party
Venue: Garden or whimsical tea room.
Attire: Playful, vintage dresses, with hats or “mad” accessories.
Decor: Mismatched chairs, oversized flowers, clocks, and whimsical signage (“This way” and “That way”). Serve colourful desserts, tea, and quirky cocktails for a fun, topsy-turvy celebration.
10. Dinosaur-Themed “Prehistoric Party”
Venue: Natural history museum or outdoor area.
Attire: Think “Flintstones” meets cocktail party—fur-trimmed jackets, bone necklaces, or inflatable dino costumes for fun photos.
Decor: Mini T-Rex table centrepieces, dinosaur bone replicas, and fossils. Serve “prehistoric” foods, and have dino sounds playing in the background for a Jurassic time.
