Invitations: When deciding on a guest list, be sure to invite the couples' friends, family members and neighbors. Get as many member of their wedding party to attend as possible, and in the invitation, ask guests to bring photos to share with the couple. The invitations may also be an ideal time to reveal the theme of the party, as well as the dress code. You'll probably want some silver in the invitation (for their silver anniversary) and, if possible, you may wish to include the same colors that the couple used in their wedding invitations. Or, for modern design ideas, including invitations with pictures, visit the WeddingPaperDivas website. If you intend to have food at the party, be sure to ask everyone to RSVP in enough time to allow you to plan accordingly.
Decorations: A couple's 25th anniversary is known as their silver anniversary, so keep this in mind while choosing decorations. You may want to hang silver stars from the ceiling as part of a "romantic starry night" theme. You may purchase them in different shapes, sizes, and designs at StumpsParty website. Silver balloons, which can be personalized with the couples' names and date of their anniversary, as well as silver confetti, are also available at orientaltrading.com. Votive candles, especially in silver and navy blue, may be set around the room and lit when the couple enters.
Food: First, decide if you will be having a full meal or hors d'oeuvres. If you plan on serving appetizers only, accent tables with personalized silver napkins and cutlery. For a list of delicious and elegant recipes, look at foodandwine.com/articles/10-simple-hors-doeuvres. You may choose wine and other beverages to accompany each snack. Consider having small tables, each with a snack and wine pairing, so that guests know which flavors go best together. This will also encourage people to walk around the room and mingle with one another. You may also want to include a dessert table, with individualized anniversary cupcakes and other small sweets, such as heart-shaped chocolates.
Party Favors: For a unique and special treat, order chocolate dipped oreos with the couple's photo and wedding date on it. These are available in white, milk, or dark chocolate, and will be a memorable and tasty gift for each guest. Champagne gel candles or champagne candy jar favors are also a fun way to commemorate the celebration. Guests can then take these favors with them and display them in their homes. Finally, if the couple is particularly eco-friendly, consider sending guests home with plantable bookmarks, complete with the couples' name and anniversary date, as well as a unique or inspirational phrase that they enjoy.
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