I’m willing to bet it’d be a touchy subject for older individuals. However, the very concept of marriage has changed drastically over time, so in turn, one would expect the ceremonies to change, too, right?
Weddings happen every day. They’re quite common (even more common than divorce, believe it or not). But themed weddings are definitely starting to become more popular; I think I remember hearing somewhere that there were over 300 Star Wars-themed weddings in the US in 2013.
As time goes on, it’s inevitable that video games will become a bigger source of inspiration.
Check out the new wedding featured at Offbeat Bride. It’s already making headlines all over the gaming world, and it’s because Nick and Jen opted to have a World of Warcraft wedding. The images are pretty cool; they feature Alliance and Horde flags on the altar, and the couple even crafted their own weapons based on equipment in the game. Tables at the reception were named after WoW raid bosses, too.
Yep, the whole ball ‘o wax: WoW everywhere. It’s important to note that the happy couple didn’t meet in the game, but the game did help their relationship “blossom,” according to what Jen wrote on the website.
Vastly different reactions based on age
I remember telling my mother about all those Star Wars-themed weddings, and she just rolled her eyes and said people really need to “grow up.” At the same time, she admitted that if it’s your wedding, you should be able to do whatever you want. It’s your day, your money (usually), and you’re celebrating a union. Hence, if you two believe there’s something romantically symbolic about a shared interest, go for it.
It’s just that when it comes to sci-fi and fantasy, older individuals still see it as the realm of the adolescent. They see it as a form of escapism (while the much older, like our grandparents, simply call it “weird” and dismiss it), which is common among adolescents. It’s something to “grow out of,” basically. Middle-aged people tend to believe that if you’re still into video games and D&D and fantasy books in your 30s, you just haven’t matured.
But do you believe that?
Eh, I say let ’em do what they want
Look, I’m all for preserving tradition and obviously, if you’re religious, a pop culture wedding is probably blasphemous. I’m not religious and while I’d never model my wedding after, say, Final Fantasy (my personal favorite), I won’t say other couples shouldn’t. The only stipulation I’d have is that both individuals getting married should really want it. And if they do, fine. It is your day and you should celebrate in a way that makes sense to you.
I don’t believe in strict, regimented rules of celebrating a lasting union. I have the greatest respect for rituals and tradition, but I also think a marriage is about the two people involved. They’ve got one shot at making that day a memorable one and if a WoW wedding makes it memorable, more power to ya.
That’s where I come out.
Published: Mar 28, 2014 09:09 am