Your Chariot Awaits

Your wedding is the perfect excuse to indulge in your fairytale fantasy, and what’s a fairytale without a horse-drawn carriage? Whether you’re aiming to channel your inner Kate Middleton or fulfil your childhood dreams of becoming a Disney princess, this is an opportunity to feel like absolute royalty, in an authentic, old-fashioned sense.

A quick jump online will lead to you a range of horse and carriage services for the big day. It goes without saying; hiring a professional to lead the horses and ensure they’re well looked after when you arrive at the venue is a must, and is no different than having a chauffeur for a limousine. With a horse-and-cart driver’s expertise, you’ll be sure to arrive at your destination without a hitch.

This option is perfect for the animal lover, and best suited to an outdoor wedding, where your guests can come up and pat the horses after the ceremony. Since there are so many different styles of carriages to choose from, there’s something to suit every venue, from a sophisticated inner-city townhall, to a rustic country barn or an elegant garden.

Depending on the kind of carriage you choose, you’ll also have an excellent backdrop for photos, whether you pose against an enclosed Cinderella-style coach or sit, waving, in an open Barouche like the Queen of England herself. Just remember to bring a carrot or two for your noble steed!

A Boatload Of Memories

For those brides and grooms planning seaside nuptials, perhaps consider traversing not only the roads leading to the venue, but also the large body of water that surrounds it. The world is your oyster when it comes to sea vessels. A speedy motorboat will add a touch of action and exhilaration if you’re looking to ramp up the excitement, while a yacht will boast class and luxury for the ultimate glamorous wedding.

Watercrafts aren’t just for the beach weddings, either; a river or lake might call for a gondola, canoe or pedal boat. You’ll be the epitome of bridal grace as you glide along calm waters to the ceremony.

If you’re feeling particularly adventurous and want to express your love and devotion to the ocean even more, why not wed on the boat itself? Just like television’s sweethearts, Jim and Pam from the sitcom The Office, you can enjoy the natural surrounds while the boat’s captain bounds you and your partner in marriage.

A little extra preparation might be necessary if you’re planning to board a watercraft, including waterproof shoes, water-resistant makeup, protection for your dress – consider going for a shorter length – and even a life jacket if safety regulations require it. However, if you’re so inclined to jet ski your way to the altar in an adrenaline-filled entrance, there’s certainly nothing stopping you either.

Pedal Your Way To Love

Nothing gives a nostalgic nod to the past quite like arriving to the wedding ceremony on a vintage pushbike. From the countryside to the beach, bikes serve as a fun and free mode of transport for couples. Depending on the location of the ceremony, they often prove to be the most practical choice, too, as large motor vehicles are unable to travel on smaller pathways.

While you don’t necessarily need a vintage bike, these do contribute the best aesthetics, providing charm and whimsy, perfect for a playful, carefree couple. Filling the bike basket with its own bouquet, adding a ‘Just Married’ sign to the back and weaving some flowers through the wheel spokes will take your bridal bike to the next level, effortlessly tying it into the theme of the day. Not to mention the photo opportunities a beautiful vintage bike affords after the ceremony too.