1. You think of yourself as somewhat:
a. Traditional.
b. Romantic.
c. Sporty.
d. Creative.

2. You prefer gathering that are:
a. Large and organized.
b. Proper but special.
c. Relaxed and intimate.
d. Fun and unusual.

3. You think of your wedding as:
a. A social event for family, friends, and associates.
b. An occasion to celebrate with family and friends.
c. A quiet time to share with special friends and family.
d. An event you want all your friends to participate in.

4. Which is most important to you?
a. Pomp and circumstance.
b. Subtle beauty, simple elegance.
c. A private and low-key atmosphere.
d. Drama and flair.

5. Your dream wedding gown is:
a. Elegantly decorated, with a train a mile long.
b. Basically traditional but with a unique touch.
c. A romantic tea-length dress.
d. Very unusual and very "you".

6. When your guest see your wedding décor, I want them to think:
a. Opulent and fabulous.
b. Regal and refined.
c. Simple yet hip.
d. Rustic and elegant.

7. Your budget is:
a. Large; you needn't spare any expenses.
b. Ample but not limitless.
c. Limited; you'd like to cut costs without skimping on quality.
d. Small but you plan on doing much of the work yourself.

8. The part of your wedding that you refuse to compromise on is:
a. A large reception.
b. Your wedding gown.
c. The elegance of the ceremony.
d. An exotic and romantic honeymoon trip.

9. Your dream wedding/reception location is:
a. A five-star hotel ballroom, terrace or perfectly landscaped grounds.
b. A private estate or beautiful villa garden.
c. A beach, natural local landscape with harbour or sunset view.
d. A secluded island or sand bank.

10. You, your fiancé and your families have:
a. Many friends and associates.
b. Many friends but few associates.
c. A small circle of friends and family
d. A close group of long-time friends

11. When it comes to your wedding gown, you say:
a. Bring on the ball gown.
b. More is more.
c. Casual, yet simple elegant.
d. Sleek and chic.

Give yourself points for each answer as follows:
"a" = 4 points
"b" = 3 points
"c" = 2 points
"d" = 1 point
Tally all of your points and see which wedding style fits you below!

Formal Wedding Style: 32-44 points
Formal weddings are large, elegant events that follow strict rules of etiquette. They are usually held in a church or synagogue, with a reception following in a hotel ballroom, private club, catering hall, or at home. There are at least 100 guests, and sometime 200 or more. The bride wears a white, ivory or pastel floor0length gown with both a train and veil. She can have from 2 to 12 bridesmaids, who will wear long or tea-length dresses. The groom and his attendants wear formal attire; cutaway coats for daytime, black or white tie and tails, or black tuxedos for evening. Guests may be asked to dress formally as well. The reception is usually elaborate: a sit-down luncheon or dinner is served, and an orchestra is hired to provide dancing music.

Semi-Formal Style Wedding: 24-31 points
The semi-formal event follows many of the same conventions as a formal wedding, but there is a little more leeway allowed in planning. It is held in a church, synagogue, hotel, club, catering hall, or home and usually 100 or few guests are invited. The bride's dress is floor or tea-length, and her veil is elbow-length or shorter. Her attendants' dresses are in a style that complements here gown. The groom and his attendants wear dark, formal suites, dinner jackets, or gray or black strollers. The reception that follows includes light refreshments in the form of a breakfast buffet, brunch, or cocktail party.

Informal Style Wedding: 16-23 points
An informal wedding can be held almost anywhere and may be any style you wish. Although they are usually small, intimate events with 50 or fewer guests, they can also be larger affairs. Second weddings are often informal. There are no guidelines for apparel, though many brides choose street or tea-length dresses or pastel suits. The reception may include a meal such as a brunch buffet or light refreshments (tea and finger sandwiches, for example).

Theme Style Wedding: 11-15 points
If drama and excitement are what you're after, you and you fiancé might decide to tie the knot in a way that symbolizes something unique about your relationship. Theme weddings tend to be smaller gathering in unusual places: on an island, aboard a yacht, in a park or garden, at a historical site, under water, on a mountain trail, or wherever your hearts may take you. Formality of dress is determined by the location. Invitations, favors, flowers and so on call all reflect your theme throughout the event.

You are now well on your way to having the wedding of your dreams!

With a variety of possible wedding and reception locations
from 5-star resorts to private estates, historic churches or
the thousands of beautiful beaches, whatever YOUR wedding style,
it is possible to have your dream wedding in the islands of The Exumas.

Contact your Island Wedding Specialist now, share your results
and begin today designing your destination island wedding in paradise!