Make an exit.

One tradition that seems to be disappearing is the bride and groom making an exit. Whether it's from the ceremony to the party or the final fairwell from the reception, there is something romantic and exciting about it. It may be getting cut from the your time line since it does take a bit of work to pull it off seamlessly. This is where a coordinator would come in, they are great at organizing everyone to get to the right location and letting you know when to make that exit!

Rice used to be the popular good bye to toss at the couple, but is now not allowed at many locations. It is messy, and harmful to animals. Some other fun ideas are long sparklers for an evening event, bubbles are always fun for the guests, or try fall leaves, lavender buds or rose petals. The key is to find something that is safe on the environment and will not make a large mess.

With sparklers.

The bubble good-bye.


Now you need something with wheels to whisk you away. The limo used to be the old stand-by but how about breaking out of the mold to try a classic car like a 1947 Rolls Royce from Best Car in Town.  

You can't get more romantic than a horse drawn carriage. I had a couple where the groom surprised the bride with one after the ceremony, bonus points!

I've worked with Fairy Godmother Carriage Services before and they were very nice. They also have a ten person carriage to take the whole wedding party for a ride, how cool would that be!
They are located in the Salem area so you'll have to contact them to see if they work in the Portland metro area.

Then you have the newest option, but not a new idea, of the PediCab. They can carry two to three people and are all pedal power...these are so Portland! I can just see it, a line of four or more pedicabs taking the wedding party to their reception. Go to PDXpedicab to learn more.

Overall it's really a nice way to transition into the reception or let everyone know that the party is now over. It's also a great way to have your guests participate in your day. Ok, time for me to make my exit! Until the next post...