Your Hampshire and Dorset Wedding - July/August 2025 (Issue 111)

unsplash.com/@zapsizzle unsplash.com/@gettyimages unsplash.com/@gafclickz unsplash.com/@simonmaage LET YOUR LOVE LIGHT UP THE NIGHT As the sun sets and the energy shifts, it’s time to celebrate in style. The formalities are over, shoes are off, and the dancefloor is calling. The evening reception is when laughter peaks, unforgettable moments unfold, and everyone lets loose. Think bold, immersive and joyfully unpredictable. DANCEFLOOR READY A seasoned DJ can make or break the night. From slow ballads to party-starting anthems, they’ll read the room and keep the energy flowing. Many DJs offer full packages with lighting rigs, dry ice, confetti cannons, and even LED dancefloors. Top tips! • Share your “must plays” and “do not plays” in advance. • Trust their instincts, they know what fills the floor. • Tell them your vibe: 90s bangers? Motown? Club classics? If you have noise limits, a silent discos let guests pick from multiple music channels on wireless headphones for a brilliant, inclusive twist. VISUAL SPECTACLE Fireworks add drama and enchantment – sparklers in hand, your guests will be wowed. If your venue has restrictions, go for ‘quiet’ fireworks or a cutting-edge drone light show that dances through the sky with music and shapes. Indoors, highlight key moments with cold spark fountains or flame jets for a safe yet spectacular touch. FIRE PERFORMERS Want drama? Fire breathers, jugglers, and poi dancers light up the night – literally. Perfect for outdoor moments after sunset, this bold spectacle delivers unforgettable photo ops. Always check safety credentials and venue approval. unsplash.com/@gettyimages FIRST DANCE WITH FLAIR The first dance is iconic, so why not elevate it? Take dance lessons together and plan a mini routine. Not only will it ease nerves, but it’s also a bonding experience before the big day. Whether you go classic waltz, jazzy swing or full-out pop medley, make it personal. You can even get the wedding party involved for a flash mob moment. Start lessons three to four months before and practise regularly, film yourselves to track progress and tweak your moves. CASINO TABLES This guaranteed crowdpleaser will be interactive, engaging, and a fantastic icebreaker run by professionals who will explain the rules and keep the atmosphere lively. Keep it light-hearted and inclusivewith no real money, just real fun! Roulette is elegant, exciting, and super simple to join in. Blackjack is easy to learn, quick to play, and full of suspense. Poker is reat for smaller groups and a more strategic crowd. Guests can play with fun chips and compete for mini prizes or bragging rights. MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT 67

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