A Syrian Inspired Wedding Theme
Syrian celebrations are known in the Arab world for their delicious foods, lavish decors, and beautiful musical tunes.
Many Syrian couples are having destination weddings but still want that touch of heritage at their weddings, and of course, it can easily be done once you set the right theme and start collecting ideas, it is important to many Syrian brides and grooms to their Syrian heritage and culture shine throughout the wedding.
If you’re a couple who wants to have a Syrian or, as many call it, a “Shami” inspired wedding theme, then we have some beautiful ideas and tips for you.
Hammam
The Hamam is a well-known tradition in Syrian weddings, on the day before the wedding the bride and groom are taken by their male and female family members, each separately, to the hammam where they bathe, sing, and eat until sunset.
Syrian Arada
One of the most important features of a Syrian wedding is the Arada performance, a traditional musical group that sings, dances, and conducts sword fights during the wedding!
Click here to see this royal wedding in Syria and look how beautiful this Syrian wedding entrance is!
Looking for Zaffa songs? Click here for a list of the most popular zaffa songs!
Syrian Dabke
The Dabke is also a very popular dance performance, which the couple and the guests can join in for a fun night of dancing.
Syrian Food
The food is one of the best parts of a Syrian wedding; Syrian cuisine is rich with different tastes and textures that will please everyone! Whether it’s a vegetarian dish, a tasty meat dish, or a sweet dessert, you will not disappoint your wedding guests with a Syrian food menu.
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Wedding Favors
Looking for a unique way to present your guests with favors? We love these wooden boxes with mother of pearl!
For more wedding favor ideas click here!
Syrian Inspired Decorations
For bold and unique wedding decorations, how about you place a couple of large mirrors also made from aged wood and mother of pearl? You can have them at the entrance or behind the tables.
Looking for a different seating display? We love the idea of placing Syrian ottomans and side tables around the dance floor.
