| Theme weddings are the latest trend for brides and | | | | were the order of the day in Victorian Saratoga, and |
| grooms looking for a unique and memorable event. | | | | make a marvelous theme wedding idea for both |
| One of the most unique and classic settings is a | | | | women and men! A little research into the famous |
| wedding in Saratoga Springs. | | | | era of the well-to-do in the Spa City will unearth |
| Saratoga Springs NY has a reputation as a Victorian | | | | some really great ideas into some of the traditions |
| city, with a history that is rich in elegance surrounding | | | | still encouraged today by socialite and philanthropist |
| the mineral springs and luxury spas, horse racing, | | | | MaryLou Whitney! |
| gambling, and entertainment! The history of Saratoga | | | | Thoroughbred horse racing - of course! Racing has |
| Springs includes a long list of the "Great and Gracious" | | | | been synonymous with Saratoga for generations. |
| of the day: the Vanderbilt's, Whitney's and the | | | | The wedding colors or invitations could be the jersey |
| Rockefellers, all of whom spent time here at one | | | | colors of your favorite jockey, with horse or |
| time or another. During its heyday, entertainers and | | | | racing-related favors, table decorations, and an |
| starlets frequented the ritzy Canfield Casino and | | | | impressive ice sculpture in the shape of a racehorse! |
| other venues, spending thousands of dollars daily and | | | | Gaming and Health Spas - Gaming and gambling offer |
| relaxing at the most luxurious hotels and health spas | | | | a lot of lighthearted ideas for your Saratoga wedding! |
| Saratoga theme weddings offer a host of great | | | | Perhaps a bride and groom dressed as the infamous |
| ideas! The era of the great and gracious, the social | | | | Diamond Jim Brady and Lillian Russell, both famous for |
| elite and the ever-present racing world conjure up a | | | | frequenting Saratoga Springs during its heyday. Table |
| host of ideas for your wedding invitations, colors, | | | | settings and arrangements enhanced with playing |
| decorations and favors: | | | | cards...wedding favors may include a lottery ticket or |
| Signature Saratoga Victorian style: Elaborate hats | | | | a handmade Saratoga soap or spa item. |