Themed weddings are booming in Britain – from Disney and action heroes, to fast food themes serving banquets of McDonalds and KFC, according to research.
A poll of 2,000 adults found four in ten have attended a ceremony with a theme – including medieval, Western, or a celebration based on a particular decade, from the 50s to the 90s.
Of those polled, who aren't married, more than four in five (83%) would like to get creative with their nuptials if the occasion arises – with 29% dreaming of a “fantasy wedding”, like Lord of the Rings, Game of Thrones, or Star Trek.
And nearly a quarter (23%) would opt for a fast-food theme, with KFC, Pizza Hut, Subway, and McDonalds taking centre-stage – as one in five (21%) said they have been served takeaway food at a wedding reception.
But although the idea of a themed wedding appeals to many, eight in ten (79%) wouldn’t actually be brave enough to go through with it, instead giving into the usual wedding conventions.
Despite this, nearly half (44%) think being invited to a themed wedding would make great memories or be a great laugh, and an amusing story to tell their friends.
The research was commissioned by meat snacking brand Peperami, whose Head of Marketing, Pavan Chandra, said: “As the summer months continue to be crowded with weddings, many of us find it a bit dull to attend these formulaic ceremonies – so it’s no wonder a theme would make it a more memorable and enjoyable day.
“While weddings are centred around the bride and groom, they are also about giving their guests an exciting, unforgettable, and entertaining wedding experience, sharing their big day with their loved ones.
“The research has shown there’s certainly an appetite for something a bit more unique and expressive of the couple's personality.”
The study, carried out via OnePoll, found more than half (54%) of all respondents weren’t keen on attending weddings altogether.
Key reasons for their reluctance include dreading socialising with people they don’t know, not looking forward to the long day ahead, or thinking the wedding will be dull and boring.
Following the findings, Peperami gave one lucky couple their own “Go a Bit Peperami” themed wedding, on 11th August.
Pavan Chandra added: “From the dress to the cake and even the decorations, everything was inspired by the moreish meat snacks we create, and featured on @peperamitv.
“It was possibly the most outrageous wedding of the year, with the lucky couple having the ultimate celebration which will certainly stand out from the crowd.”
TOP 20 WEDDING THEMES ADULTS WOULD LIKE TO ATTEND...
- Fantasy – Lord of the Rings, Twilight, Alice in Wonderland, Game of Thrones, Star Trek etc.
- Music – Rock ‘n’ Roll, pop, disco etc.
- Disney – Cinderella, Micky Mouse, Lion King etc.
- Action heroes – Marvel, comics, Lego characters etc.
- 80s era
- Medieval
- Food brand theme – KFC, Pizza Hut, Subway, McDonalds etc.
- Sport – Football, tennis, rugby, golf etc.
- 70s era
- 90s era
- Video games – Warcraft, Monopoly, Pac Man etc.
- 60s era
- Travel/countries
- Books
- Chocolate
- Drink brand theme – coffee, Aperol etc.
- Animal themed, such as cats, dogs etc.
- 50s era
- Western
- Gothic
