We are having a small spiritual ceremony next month in NC on the beach (because of financial aid we cannot legalize our marriage until next year). So, in October of 2014 we are having a ceremony and a reception here in Cincinnati for all our friends and family. We are having a rustic beach theme in NC and I was wondering if I could carry that theme over to the reception here in Cincinnati. Since our colors are orange and yellow, I was thinking of sticking with those colors and incorporating them into the beach theme. Maybe something like simple orange and yellow flowers (mums, marigolds, or gerber daisys) on the table next to a hurricane lamp that has a finger starfish attached with raffia. I saw some people have raffia on the chairs with a starfish and colored ribbon or a flower attached, and I really like that idea as well. The venue has floor to ceiling windows so I feel that I don't have to go overboard on flowers/décor.
What do you girls think? Good or bad idea? Suggestions? Opinions?