I love Disney movies and have created several boards that are based on Disney stories (mostly about the princesses). I’m sharing these themed wedding boards with you in a series. Check back each week for another themed board.
Please note that these “Themed Weddings” are not intended to be a Disney princess wedding. If we go too literal this will look like a little girl’s birthday party. The intent is to give you ideas based on the setting, feel, season and/or colors of certain movies. The photos are from Pinterest and lead directly to their pin.
This week’s wedding is inspired by Disney’s movie Beauty and the Beast. This has been one of my favorite movies since I was a little girl. You’d think that would make it easy to envision, but it was surprisingly difficult. In the end, I’m pretty excited about it.
This theme has a French feel, old world styles and is full of opulence. There are lots of roses and candles. I hope you enjoy this Beauty and the Beast themed wedding.
Theme Setting: Opulent French in an old library, ballroom or columned gazebo
Color Scheme: Dusty Rose, Light Blue, Cream, Gold
For starters, we have this beautiful invitation set. Don’t you love the filigree?
Blush and gold wedding invitation, found on etsy.com
While some people are using personalized stamps, this rose imprinted seal is a great and
unique way to personalize wedding invitations.
Rose imprinted wax seal, found on en.paperblog.com
While tucks and swept up gathers are beautiful in the storybooks and films, it’s a little
dated for modern wedding dress styles. Here’s an updated version of Belle’s ballroom gown.
Love this Connie Simonetti dress, but click here to see a bridal shoot with Alfred Angelo’s “Belle” dress.
Bridal Couture Wedding Dress from Connie Simonetti , found on www.conniesimonetti.com
There are many over-the-top hairstyles to choose from, but I personally LOVE
this over-the-shoulder look.
Stunning over-the-shoulder hairstyle, found on hairstylesparlor.com
These shoes are a beautiful example of gold filigree in the little details of the wedding day.
Gold wedding shoes by Dolce & Gabbana, 2013 Autumn/Winter collection, found on www.vogue.co.uk/fashion/autumn-winter-2013/ready-to-wear/dolce-and-gabbana
You could pick some classic gold earrings…or you could add some sparkle with gem stones
like white topaz, white and yellow diamonds, or citrine.
Gold earrings, found on Pinterest
Check out this elegant bridesmaid dress in gold. Look at the beautiful texture in the
fabric and the classic style. Swoon.
Gold bridesmaid dress, found on etsy.com
Just because the bride gets an updated style, doesn’t mean the flower girl can’t dress
like her favorite storybook characters. Don’t you love this little princess?
Princess dress for flower girl, found on weddingchaplain.ca
While the invitations were gorgeous, guests will be equally in awe of stunning programs. The elegant
gold satin bow and script make these programs perfectly complementary to the day.
Wedding programs bound with gold ribbon, found on stylemepretty.com, photo by Jonas Seaman Photography at www.jonas-seaman.com
There are multiple setting options for this theme. One idea is an old library.
Library wedding venue. George Peabody Library in Baltimore, Maryland, found on www.peabodyevents.library.jhu.edu
You could also find a gazebo with beautiful columns. The draping and chandeliers
really add to the extravagant feel.
Elegant gazebo wedding venue at The Resort at Pelican Hill, www.pelicanhill.com
You can also find a ballroom or church with beautiful stained glass windows.
Stained glass window at wedding venue, found on Pinterest
Ordinarily I’d suggest finding a ballroom setting for a Beauty and the Beast stylized reception.
However, this exquisite reception would look great indoors as well as in a garden area.
Gorgeous outdoor reception, found on theknot.com
Candelabras are a must, but you don’t have to use traditional metals.
This glass design brings a modern twist to a traditional feature.
Glass Candelabra, found on stylemepretty.com, photo by Massimiliano Magliacca & Chiara Ridolfi at www.nabisfotografia.com
Add the traditional french feeling with gold flatware, chargers and china edged in gold.
The extra detail work in each piece really makes a significant impact on the table setting.
Gold flatware and table setting, found on stylemepretty.com
If you want to add a little whimsy in with the elegance, try using books for table numbers.
Books used for table numbers, found on burnettsboards.com
There are many elegant escort card ideas, but this one really stood out.
Guest can take home this metal etched name plate.
Elegant champagne escort card, found on 100layercake.com, photo by VUE Photography
I looked at many cake ideas and there are so many beautiful (and tasty looking) cakes with
gold leaf and gum paste roses. For something different, look at this blush cake.
It is gorgeous piped details and a lovely roses in the same blush color.
Beautiful Blush Wedding Cake, found on Pinterest
The groom’s cake is an opportunity to have a little fun. If you want to somehow add books
into the wedding, this is a great place to do it.
Books for Groom’s Cake, found on buzzfeed.com
If you want to have a dessert bar, try something like these detailed rose cupcakes!
Rose Cupcakes, by The Cupcake Studio, UK
You can also have a gelato bar. The scoops can be placed in the cone like a rose. Mmm…
Gelato in the shape of roses, found on diycozyhome.com
The options for dessert bars and wedding favors are endless when considering a Beauty
and the Beast or French inspired concept. There are SO many tasty treats!
Just look at these cream and gold macaroons! My tummy’s rumbling.
Ivory and Gold Macaroons, found on www.themightymacaron.com
Here’s a unique wedding favor idea. It’s a little bottle with Dandelions. Make a wish!
Dandelion Wish Jar, found on etsy.com
Hope you enjoyed this Beauty and the Beast wedding theme board!
What venue setting and treats would you choose?
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Thank you so much for this blog! Everything I was thinking of you found! Can I ask where the shoes are from and what library that is? Also, is that the gown from Alfredo Angelo’s line?
I’m so glad you like the blog! I’ve had a lot of fun working on it.
The gold shoes you saw on the Beauty and the Beast post are from Dolce & Gabbana’s 2013 Autumn/Winter collection (http://www.vogue.co.uk/fashion/autumn-winter-2013/ready-to-wear/dolce-and-gabbana). I’m not quite sure who would carry them right now, but hopefully the brand and collection will help in the search.
The library is the George Peabody Library in Baltimore, Maryland (http://peabodyevents.library.jhu.edu/).
The wedding dress I posted is actually from Connie Simonetti’s collection (http://www.conniesimonetti.com/wedding-gowns/). I did just post a bridal session we did where the bride wore one of Alfred Angelo’s “Belle” dresses. You can find it at: https://kasper-creations.com/san-antonio-wedding-photographer-ciaras-bridals-japanese-tea-garden-and-landa-library/
Best wishes!
-K