Are you dreaming of your wedding day? Have you already found your one and only and can’t wait to tie the knot? Or do you start itching in the thought of getting married like I do, even though you might like gossiping about the wedding planning, the dresses and food? Then you will probably like this blog!
I don’t think a single article can do justice to the topic “Greek Wedding”. Because let’s be honest nothing compares to a Big Fat Greek Wedding! (By the way I really can’t stand this movie…). Where do I even start? Aunts and grandmas catapulting rice towards every possible direction should be considered at least dangerous. The weather broadcast should warn you before attending the event, about the storm of fake nails and eyelashes, contouring and glitter. And of course, you should be aware that you cannot leave without a severe headache caused by the extremely loud music. I might sound a little judgy, but I was actually really enjoying this kind of wedding. If this is also how you’re expecting your dream day to look, then GO FOR IT GIRL! The only thing that could stop you is corona…
In the past few years, even before the pandemic, we’ve seen major changes in the wedding industry. Millennials are revolutionizing wedding traditions and how these events are planned. Today’s engaged couples are increasingly utilizing technology, giving their wedding party members more flexibility in their attire, and personalizing their weddings like never before. Furthermore, a lot of weddings are multicultural meaning that more and more couples marry outside of their race, religion, ethnic, or regional background. This blending of cultures adds a touch of freshness and colorfulness to the ceremony. However, you might not be the girl that wants to show up to her wedding looking like Cinderella because you consider yourself alternative or you just find all these things boring and meaningless. But don’t worry, we got you covered! Below you can find some tips in order to plan your non-traditional wedding according to the 2021 trends:
Location: Indoors or outdoors?
The coronavirus pandemic has had an unprecedented impact on weddings, with many couples now faced with hosting weddings from home. Hosting a wedding at a private home is a great way to cut down to an intimate guest list, ensure safety precautions are taken and ultimately provide a couple with a sense of control and certainty over their wedding. Celebs like Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth or Zoe Kravitz and Karl Glusman were only few of the many that chose to say “I do” at their private home setting. (Let’s not comment on the fact that both couples I just mentioned, didn’t even last a year married before they filed for divorce. Millennials…)

What happens when your house is too small to host a wedding? How does the idea of yours or your friend’s garden sound? Moreover, since summer is near, your favorite island bar or a scenic beach could also be a great option.

Sustainability
People are more aware of their footprint than ever. Hosting responsible, sustainable weddings has become important for many couples. If this is also the case for you, here are some ideas:
- For your wedding flower decoration, choose live plants and small trees that can be replanted later.
- Opt for wedding invites made with recycled paper or send digital invitations.
- Give your guests eco-friendly gifts such as potted plants or make a donation instead.

Last but not least: Non-traditional Attire
From pieces that can be worn in multiple ways to dresses that can be adapted to a different look, adaptability is the name of the game in fashion right now. For example, Sophie Turner’s first wedding look was anything but traditional. She married Joe Jonas in humble Las Vegas, wearing a white, silk jumpsuit featuring spaghetti straps and a wrap-like design in the front. Furthermore, model Emily Ratajkowski married actor and producer Sebastian Bear-McClard at City Hall in Manhattan, wearing a burnt orange Zara pantsuit made up of a double-breasted blazer and flared trousers.

If you’re also a non-traditional girl, how about attending the next wedding in jeans or even getting married in jeans?
If your answer is “I do”, NO THINKIN is recommending you the following options:

… And they lived happily ever after!
For you #NOTHINKER,
Eli