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03-21-22

Geek-chic Wedding Ideas

With the immense success of superhero movies coupled with the rising pop-culture of comics and video games, these days being a geek or a nerd is totally cool and in trend! From incredible comic superheroes to video games like Pokemon and Warcraft, and sci-fi movies and Netflix series like Firefly, Star Trek, Star Wars, and Stranger Things, these days geek-chic or nerdy wedding-themed have highly influenced the wedding industry and are expected to be a big trend in the coming years! As more and more millennial couples are opting for these kinds of unique and out-of-the-ordinary wedding themes, geek-chic wedding ideas are topping the chart in the category of unique wedding ideas!

 

Adding geek-chic wedding ideas to personalize your wedding ceremony can be as simple as having comic character cake toppers to replacing your bridal bouquets with lightsabers. Check out some of the great ways through which you can include your favorite superheroes, video games, and books into your nerdy wedding theme. 

 

Wedding Themes

Even before finding the wedding venue and deciding upon the wedding dress, the wedding theme is something that a bride has already planned and decided! Wedding theme not only reflects the personality and style of the getting-married couple but also gives a brief about the kind of celebration to all their wedding guests! When it comes to choosing the wedding theme, the sky's the limit! There are endless options available for a couple to choose from in order to make their wedding celebration one-of-a-kind! 

 

With more and more unique wedding themes coming up every now and then, today we will talk about different types of geeky-wedding themes! For all the newly engaged couples who are planning a geek-chic wedding for their big special, here are some incredible wedding theme ideas that will not only blow your guest’s minds but will also be a celebration to be remembered and cherished for years to come! These really unique and out-of-the-ordinary geek-chic wedding themes will definitely provide a bucket full of photography opportunities to our talented wedding photographers

 

Superhero-Themed Wedding

It does not matter whether you are Team Marvel or Team DC, superhero fans certainly assemble! Having geeky interests especially when it comes to weddings does not stop you from having a comic book-inspired wedding! Well, you can also have a fairytale wedding, if you have always dreamed of yourself as a Disney princess! However, planning a geek-themed wedding is not that simple as snapping your fingers or just saying “Shazam”, you can alleviate the whole wedding planning process just by showing off your favorite superhero characters in various ways, and thus elevate your geek-chic superhero-themed wedding!

 

Harry-Potter Themed Wedding

If only Hogwarts was a wedding venue! Then, we have got something to surprise you and make your geek-chic wedding a memorable celebration that your wedding guests will never forget for the rest of their lives! All you have to do is start planning your magical and full of adventure Harry Potter-inspired wedding with the help of a Sorting Hat of course! You can consider bringing in your favorite quotes from the books and movies, for your wedding day backdrop and wedding day decor! You can also leverage each house’s colors to build the reception hall of dreams! Just a piece of Harry Potter advice here, while you are planning a Harry-Potter-themed wedding for your geeky wedding, don’t forget the Butterbeer! 

 

Just like these, you can consider a Star Wars-themed wedding, a funky and full of color Pokemon-themed wedding, and The Lord of the Rings-themed wedding!

 

Science-inspired Wedding Theme

It is official! You and your partner definitely have a chemistry that is why you are all set to take your story to the next level! If you and your sweetheart periodically speak in science puns, or if you just consider you both are most in your element at a science museum, then trust us, a science-themed wedding will be nothing but a perfect and fantastic option for your geek-chic wedding! With your unforgettable wedding celebration based on everything from biology to physics, we can assure you that your wedding guests will have unlimited fun, and will also learn something along the way! It will be nothing but a win-win situation for you! In fact, our experienced wedding photographers will have ample photography opportunities to capture swoon-worthy and magical wedding photos in the best of frames! Trust us, these kinds of geek-chic-themed wedding photos will elevate any kind of wedding portfolio

 

Geek-Chic Inspired Wedding Decoration Ideas

Amongst other wedding details, the wedding decoration is the primary wedding element that brings out the actual vibe of any wedding theme. No matter what style you are choosing for your wedding day, all you have to do is just make sure that the decoration speaks for itself! In short, wedding decorations are very much necessary to offer the desired ambiance and setting of your chosen wedding theme at your wedding reception. It not only gives your wedding guests the idea about your choice and style but also gives endless wedding photography opportunities to our professional wedding photographers! So, if you think a geek-chic themed wedding is more of your style, then we have endless options for you to choose from! There are various strong geek wedding themes that you can consider for your wedding day! So, once you have decided upon the theme of your wedding day, you consider decorating every element of your wedding day around it! Apart from all the big wedding decorations such as the drapingcolorslighting, and furniture, don’t forget to bring the theme to the small decorative items such as table placements and centerpieces, cutlery, and wedding cake toppers! All these small details will undoubtedly add to the nerdy atmosphere of your wedding day celebration! Well, the internet is a big place where you will find everything that you might need for your desired geek-chic theme wedding, but if in case you are not able to find the decorations that suit your chosen wedding theme, you can take your geek credentials up a notch by making all of the pieces yourselves and adding a lot of DIY element to your wedding day decor!

 

Wedding Day Invitation Ideas and Inspirations

Apart from wedding decoration and choosing the ideal theme to showcase your geek-chic side on your wedding day to all your wedding guests, you can also elevate your wedding day invitation game and give some idea about your upcoming geek-chic wedding celebration to all your wedding guests! If you are looking for the easiest way to add a classic and elegant nerdy touch to your wedding day, then start with your wedding day invites! Doing something like this will give you an idea of what your wedding guests can expect on your wedding day and also can come prepared to become a part of the celebration in full swing! Well, you can also create excitement and build up anticipation with your geek-chic-themed wedding invitation card, and can set the overall tone of your wedding day! This will not only keep the excitement for your upcoming wedding celebration high but will also offer creative wedding photography opportunities to our creative wedding photographers to capture even the smallest detail of your wedding day in the best of the frames! 

 

For such wedding invitation ideas, you can check Pinterest, Amazon, or Etsy, as they are excellent resources for customized save the dates and wedding invitation cards! From beautifully calligraphed wedding day invitation cards for a Game of Thrones-inspired wedding or personalized monogrammed cards for a Lord of the Rings wedding, to TARDIS cards for a Doctor Who wedding theme, the options are as wide as they are creative.

 

If you and your partner are both gamers, you can also consider gamified wedding day invitations. It will allow all your wedding guests to play a simple and classic Super Mario-themed video game that features your partner proposing to you at the end of the game! You can also consider getting the game customized with mazes and other obstacles that your sweetheart has to go through to get to you. Not only is it a unique idea when it comes to wedding day invites, but it’s also fun and exciting to play.

 

Geek-Chic Inspired Bridal Bouquets and Boutonnieres

Another great and creative way to add nerdy and chic details to your wedding day celebration is to get a customized made bridal bouquet to match your geek-chic wedding day bridal look! You can consider making your wedding day bridal bouquets made with faux flowers as they will perfectly and flawlessly fit in with your desired geek-chic wedding theme! These kinds of flowers will make a great fit for a couple who is a die-hard fan of Star Wars and are planning to have a Star Wars-themed wedding for their wedding day. If by any chance, you both are head over heels in love and fantasize about the book-theme and coming book-themed wedding, then you can consider making your bridal bouquet of paper highlighting the pages of your favorite book or comic! Apart from being more pocket and budget-friendly than the actual flowers, these incredible wedding day bridal bouquet ideas will definitely make wonderful keepsakes to remember the most special day of your life! But, if you have always wanted to be any of the Disney princesses on your wedding day, natural florals resonating with your theme and character will be an ideal choice for your wedding day bridal bouquet! No matter whether you are choosing the real flowers or the paper flowers to resonate with your geek-chic wedding theme, we are pretty much sure that all the eyes will be stuck on you when you will walk down the aisle looking nothing but lovely on your wedding day and holding that stunning and unique bridal bouquet! Well, you will not only look spectacular at that moment, but in fact, your wedding photographs will also turn out magical and picturesque, especially when captured by our team of talented wedding photographers! 

 

Now, talking about the boutonnieres! We did mention that how a bride can incorporate her geek-chic wedding theme into her bridal bouquet, we can’t leave our groom behind! When it comes to groom look ideas for a geek-chic wedding, then the options are endless! Classy and unique nerdy boutonnieres with stunning custom designs are available on the internet! Pinterest and Etsy are full of it! All you have to do is find your perfect match to resonate with your geeky wedding theme! Trust us, these kinds of boutonnieres are an excellent alternative and can be worn with groom suits even by groomsmen too! If you are a fan of superheroes and planning to have a superhero wedding for your big day, then you can consider something like laser engraved wood boutonnieres, as they will be the perfect match for a superhero-themed wedding! If you feel you are more in tech and consider yourself those smart and classic tech nerds then you can consider the idea of wearing a circuit board boutonniere especially made from salvaged electronics! Well, all these ideas and options are available on Etsy, all you have to do is go and search for your ideal fit and make your wedding day groom look out-of-the-ordinary! 

 

Geek-Chic Inspired Wedding Day Clothing and Accessories

You and your sweetheart’s wedding dress is something that you both have already planned even before you have decided on your wedding venue! Talking about a bride, her wedding dress is not only the most expensive garment that she will wear in her lifetime, but it will also showcase her personality, style, and of course some consideration to the wedding theme! And if you have already made up your mind for a unique and fun geek-chic wedding, then it will be a great opportunity, not only for you and your partner but also for your wedding guests and your wedding party to enjoy wearing costumes and accessories at your wedding day!

 

If you want a fairytale princess wedding dress for your wedding day, then the sky's the limit! From mermaid wedding gowns to princess wedding dresses to vintage and medieval-themed wedding gowns, the options are endless for you to choose from! You can find all styles of fairytale-inspired wedding dresses under the collection of all the famous wedding dress designers without much hassle! If you have always fantasized about historical-themed wedding gowns, you can consider adorning yourself just like Princess Leia and make your movie or book-inspired wedding day bridal look come true in the best way possible! With these kinds of wedding dresses, we can assure you that your bridal portraits will look nothing short of stunning and mind-blowing! 

 

Geek-Chic Inspired Wedding Ceremony

One of the best ways to include geeky and unique ideas to your wedding ceremony is by working and decorating your wedding aisle and altar where you will share your “I do” moment with the love of your life! The reason we are mentioning these places is that they are the most-used backdrop for wedding photography! For decorating your wedding aisle, you can consider using endless candles to create a magical Harry-Potter-themed wedding! You can also think of using Harry Potter book pages to adorn your wedding aisle along with a book arch decor at the wedding altar! If you are a fan of Game of Thrones and want to create a classic winter wonderland for your wedding day ceremony, consider bringing in flowing white drapery along the aisles to create a Winterfell setting to make your wedding guests feel like they are on the set of the Game of Thrones! 

 

Wedding signs can also inspire your wedding ceremony decoration and elevate the overall setting game! Wedding signs at the entrance and wedding guests’ books are indeed the other best ways to highlight your geek-chic wedding theme in the best possible way! In place of rice and sparkling confetti, consider using Harry Potter magic wands and lightsabers for a Star Wars-themed wedding or for a memorable Harry-Potter-inspired wedding celebration! You can also consider incorporating poems and quotes from your favorite author into your wedding vows to inspire your own geeky wedding vows

 

For your memorable wedding reception, you can consider adding charming and alluring nerdy ideas into your wedding day menu, the guest book, centerpieces, and of course the wedding photos! The music you are choosing to share your first dance moment with your sweetheart can also be geek inspired as well as you can also plan some nerdy wedding reception activities to keep your wedding guests entertained till the celebration ends! 

 

Geek-Chic Inspired Wedding Cake

These days, planning a theme wedding is getting easier, and finding a themed wedding cake is definitely an easy breeze! But, if you are not able to find a bakery that stocks the cake that you desire for your wedding day, you can always ask them to whip up a geektastic creation for your geek-chic-themed wedding day! Your geek-chic wedding cake will not only be the dessert for your wedding day but will also serve as a centerpiece for your wedding feast! So, don’t be afraid to be bold with your geek-chic-themed wedding cake options! Amaze all your wedding guests with some really cool and unique options and also offer unique wedding photography opportunities to our wedding photographers! 

 

Geek-Chic Themed Wedding Drinks

A wedding celebration is incomplete without drinks and some after-drink stories! So, what if you are planning a geek-chic wedding, you just cannot ignore the drinks! For your geek-chic-themed wedding, you can create a special cocktail for your celebration and then can name it in honor of your favorite geek hero or any character that you adore too much! If you and your darling, both are science nerds, you can consider serving the cocktail in a beaker or have some dry ice pouring over the bars as the drinks are dished out and amaze all your wedding guests! 

 

Geek-Chic Photo Booth For Creating Memories

Your wedding decor, menu, and drinks do reflect your geek-chic wedding theme, but if you really want to go all out and also want your wedding guests to be fully involved, then we have something for you! One of the easiest and best ways to do this is to have a photo booth for your wedding day and then offer a box of geek-inspired props and outfits for your wedding guests to try and pose while our photographers capture them in the most iconic and creative frames! You can also consider helping to get everyone well and truly into the geek chic spirit, these photos will offer a fantastic memento of your day.

 

Geek-Chic Themed Pub Quiz Activities

Introducing some fun and light activities to keep your guests entertained throughout your wedding reception is indeed a great idea! You can consider organizing a pop quiz with rounds dedicated to your favorite films, characters, or even chemical elements, depending on the theme that you have decided on for your geek-chic wedding day! Trust us, a quiz is a fantastic way to get all your wedding guests chatting at their tables and introduce a bit of good-humored competition to the day.

 

Summing everything up, all we want to say is that these days being a nerd is actually so cool and in demand and in trend too! And, with the easy and wide availability of endless geek-chic wedding inspiration and ideas, it is now super-duper easy to create a successful and memorable geek-chic and one can host a nerd themed wedding in a great way!

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