Did you know that Kevin Costner tied the knot at his ranch during a Wild West themed wedding in September 2004? While some may think this theme is a little wacky, one thing it sure ain’t partner is dull.
Vibrant, colourful and fun, a Wild West themed wedding will be one that both you and your guests will remember forever.
Suggested options for a Wild West Wedding are outlined below:
Colours: Checked red or blue.
Stationery: Horseshoe shaped invites or more traditional invites with images of cowboys, sheriff’s badges, ten gallon hats etc. on them. For Wedding Invites, how about a ‘Wanted’ Poster.
Transport: Arrive in covered wagons, on horseback or a stretched Hummer.
Bride’s Outfit: White Gown with red and blue trim. Cowboy boots.
Groom’s Outfit: Sheriff’s Outfit.
Male Attendants Outfits: Cowboy or Indian Outfits.
Bridesmaids Outfits: Cowgirl, Saloon Girl or Squaw Outfits.
Flowers: Daisies, primroses, sunflower and poppies. Cacti and mini-yuccas for table centrepieces.
Balloons & Decorations: Hay Bails, Giant Cacti, Wagon Wheels and Red, White and Blue Bunting.
Reception Venue: Barn or Farm.
Welcome Drink: Tequila, Sarsaparilla or Ice Cream Floats.
Reception Starter: Tortilla chips and dips or enchiladas.
Reception Main Course: Rack of Ribs or Rump Steak.
Reception Desert: Traditional ice cream sundaes.
Favours: Jelly beans or sugared almonds inside small cowboy hats.
The Wedding Cake: Three tiered cake with top layer in shape of a cowboy hat.
’Evening Do’ Food: American style BBQ – burgers, hot dogs, corn on the cob etc.
Music & Entertainment: Barn dance, Bucking Bronco. Country & Western music featuring artists such as Dolly Parton and Tammy Wynette.
