Planning an Elegant Wedding in Las Vegas

Posted on 10. Apr, 2009 by VegasOnDemand.com in Lifestyle

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When you hear Las Vegas, there are two things most people think of: casinos and weddings. When you think of a Las Vegas wedding, do you think of people rushing to the altar after just meeting or eloping to Las Vegas for a quick wedding? While this may be true in some instances, more and more couples are choosing to be married in Las Vegas and are making more extensive plans, including bringing the wedding party and family along.

If you are planning for an elegant wedding in Las Vegas, here are some things to consider when making those plans:

1. Choosing the Date: When you choose a date, keep in mind that holidays are extremely busy in Las Vegas, especially Valentines Day. It may seem to be a romantic time to be married, but the romance may dissolve when you are in line at a wedding chapel for up to five hours. Another popular day for weddings in Las Vegas is New Year’s Eve. It may seem like a sentimental time to be married, but not only is it popular it is a time that people come to party to celebrate the end of the year. This will make it difficult for your guests to find a hotel room or finding a flight. That is unless you book it a year in advance.

2. Weather: Most of the year, the weather is sunny and beautiful. That means that during the summer months, the days can be extremely hot and uncomfortable. Temperature can top to the 100 degree mark from May until September. However, the weather can be more pleasant in the evening. Therefore, if you must plan your wedding during these months, consider having an evening ceremony.

3. Wedding Gown: There are places in Las Vegas that you can rent a wedding dress. This may not seem like the romantic thing to do, but think of all the money you could save, which will allow you to have more for your romantic getaway honeymoon in Las Vegas.

4. Hair and makeup: Many hotels have salons or spas. Check on this when you reserve your room. Be sure to book an appointment in advance to ensure you will have an appointment before your big day.

5. Make it legal: Make sure you check the requirements of Las Vegas before you apply for your marriage license.

6. Witnesses: It is true what you see on television about witnesses. Most wedding chapels in Las Vegas are prepared for that unplanned wedding where you may not have a witness. However, if you do have your own family or friends for a witness, wedding chapels are set up to make your wedding day memorable.

7. Time: Even if you are actually planning your wedding in Las Vegas, you are still only allowed a specific amount of time. Generally, you will only have a half hour in the chapel. There are chapels that can accommodate a longer time, but you will have to pay more for this package.

8. The Official: It is important to know that you are not allowed to bring your own minister or other official. Wedding chapels in Las Vegas will provide either a minister or rabbi.

9. Language: There are many wedding chapels that can perform ceremonies in French, Spanish, Italian, German, Japanese and other foreign languages.

Here are some wedding chapels to consider:

· Viva Las Vegas Wedding Chapel

· Graceland Chapel

· Little Church of the West

· Chapel of the Bells

· Bel Ami Wedding Chapel

· Wedding Bells Chapel

· And many more

No wedding reception is complete without a wedding cake. A popular place for wedding cakes is Freed’s Bakery of Las Vegas, which was featured in Bon Appetit, Martha Steward Weddings and The Food Network.

You can plan an elegant wedding in Las Vegas. Your wedding will be a day to remember if you follow the tips above. Congratulations on your wedding day.