April Fools, You Can’t Get Married At The Sphere
You’ll hear some people say they had a ball at their wedding. But the premise of having the ball at your wedding was too cool for many. That’s right, the chance to get married at the Sphere and have it broadcast on the outside Exosphere sounded incredible!
Too bad it was a big, fat lie.
The Idea To Get Married At The Sphere Was Cool, But It Ain’t Happening
Some April Fools jokes are pretty clear. “Disneyland is moving to Las Vegas” was totally not happening. MGM Resorts getting rid of parking fees and removing 6/5 Blackjack sounded nice but there was no way they were leaving that money on the table.
One lucky couple getting married at The Sphere, though? That sounds feasible! It had many fooled into believing it, including News 3.
The promotion said that the Sphere was teaming up with Chapel Of The Flowers (who has an actual chapel you can actually get married at on Las Vegas Boulevard and Oakey) for a “one of a kind” wedding experience.
One lucky couple would be chose for a special ceremony at the Sphere and have their wedding seen far and wide throughout the Las Vegas valley. (Although, if you really think about it, there is likely no way they will not make you look bulbous on that screen.)
Well, the Chapel came out and admitted it was all a rouse. Although they did admit to News 3 that they actually do hope to make the collaboration a reality. The power of positive thinking can’t hurt.
The biggest tell was the press release saying the event would take place on April 31st. There are only 30 days in the month.
If you get married at the Sphere, it might be the most expensive wedding venue ever. Four hours on the Exosphere screen runs a cool $450,000. That doesn’t even include parking!
If you are bummed by the news, maybe you should look into Denny’s in Downtown. They’ll marry you, no joke.
Ditching Tradition: A Look At 'Anti-Wedding' Trends
Ditching White Gowns
While most conventional wedding dresses feature white dresses with trains, a new trend has hit the scene. Many soon-to-be brides are opting for dresses with pops of color or even daring to wear the color black. Google Trends had high searches for “black wedding dress” over the past 12 months, CNN reported. In fall 2021 specifically, “black wedding dress” was searched more times than “white wedding dress” on Google. Another traditional gown switch-up is not wearing a gown at all and wearing a suit, or a romper.
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Swapping Veils For Dramatic Capes
More brides are saying goodbye to veils and going to wedding capes. Some brides just don’t find veils to be a comfortable accessory. It can easily be removed without destroying your hair and is perfect for chilly weather. We can’t forget to mention that it adds a majestic timeless feel.
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Quiet Receptions
Keeping it casual is a very bold and anti-wedding move. You can just gather your friends after an elopement and head to a restaurant to celebrate. The key to this is to make restaurant accommodations in advance and to make sure the food tastes good. You don’t want your family and friends to leave disappointed.
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Non-Wedding Activities
You may have been seeing this a lot more at weddings. People are ditching the first dance, cake-cutting, and speeches. Some people are taking a didn’t approach to the typical wedding program and stepping outside of the box. If you’re more into the idea of having board games, forming your own newlywed band performance, or non-conventional forms of activities, you should go for it.
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Minimal Decor
One anti-wedding trend that could save you some coin is scaling back on decorations. There’s always the pressure of making your wedding Instagram-worthy. But with anti-weddings, this isn’t the case. Think low-key set-up with cozy seating with an at-home feel. Some people even go as far as not having chairs at their outdoor ceremony, trading them in for blankets.
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The Chosen Ones Guest List
Keeping your guest list small is another anti-wedding trend to look into. Think about it, the more people mean a bigger venue, more food, higher costs, and higher expectations. A smaller wedding and reception makes it more intimate. It also gives you more options when it comes to budget.
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The Aisle Walk
Some people may dream of recreating the scene from Father of the Bride, but not the anti-bride. Anti-weddings often consist of walking down the aisle solo, with your pet, your mom, both parents, your soon-to-be Mr. or Mrs., or anyone other than your father. The big moment where you truly shine on your wedding day is your processional or the start of the ceremony. It’s the first time your guests and maybe even your soon-to-be spouse, will see you in your big-day attire. So, why not do it the way that you want?
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