A bride and groom's attire are essential when portraying a medieval wedding theme. A true medieval wedding dress is blue, which was the color of purity in the middle ages. Tights, tunics, laced vests, breeches and pirate shirts are attire specific to the men, while brides can wear long, dark, regal velvet dresses in colors such as deep purple, hunter green and burgundy. Additions such as an ivy wreath as a hair piece is also common.
The middle ages are characterized by music such as the Gregorian chant and church organ music. Musical instruments such as the harpsichord and stringed instruments such as the viola also aid in creating a medieval feel to the wedding. Inclusion of jugglers during the reception for entertainment is advisable for a royal wedding. It was common practice of royal families to invite jugglers during celebrations.
Wedding celebrations during the medieval ages took place in a courtyard, a castle or a church, but now a country hotel, a cathedral, a rented castle or a castle-looking building will lend a medieval feel to a ceremony. Decorate with ivy, banners of family crests, flowered garlands and lavender wrapped candles.
The food served at a medieval-theme wedding depends on the class of the wedding, but ale, a drink common during that time, was common among all classes. Geese, larks, chicken, bacon beef, meals made from flour and dairy products such as cheese and butter are common on royal tables. A simple or peasant-themed wedding can feature a lot of peas, beans, bread and pottage.