Daytime wedding

Well my general rule of thumb is do whatever works for you as it is your day, but at the same time, if you are having doubts, is it possible to do a test run with the venue. Probably go there when its the time of your wedding and see how a lit candle looks? If not, is it possible that the venue may have pictures of other daytime weddings held there?

However, I would also add that I know several people who use candles as routine home decor and the candles have never been lit (by design) so my point is that candles, without the flame, can still be decorative.

Make yourself happy although I know it's hard with opinionated Moms (I have firsthand experience with one so I know where you're coming from)

Most daytime weddings I have seen have been outside where candles might seem silly and unnecessary, but IMO if there are no windows at your venue then candles would be perfectly acceptable.

What theme or feel are you going for? We might be able to help you come up with some alternatives if you would like to just please your mother.

The most important thing is to do what makes you happy. If you want to be a little more proactive in your research, check with the event planner from the venue with what usually works in that venue, ask to see photos of other weddings.

Also, be sure to check if they have rules in regards to candles. My venue is pretty strict on the type of candles that can be used and what kind of holders/containers they need to be in, for safety purposes.

Please my mother? that wont ever happen.. no real theme just our colors are black, white and red.

Hahaha! I know the feeling unfortunately!

Well of course you could do all kinds of floral centerpieces. You could do feathers; the branches with crystals or flowers on them; Topiaries...

But really, it's kind of ridiculous to say that you can't have candles at a daytime wedding when it's indoors. I think you should just do whatever it is you want.

I'm sure you've seen pictures like these before, but here are some ideas I LOVE the apothecary jars. I think they would be beautiful for a fall wedding. And you could always use fewer or smaller ones if you're on a limited budget.

All put the 1st one my mother would call to fancy! really i think i will do what i want and forget her

Ok so the candles wont "illuminate" the place like thy will at night but you want a specific look to it yeah do what you want!

My wedding was in the morning too. I really wanted candles, but the reception area was all windows so candles would have been pointless. However, I think if you're inside and it's not as bright, candles could work. Ultimately, it's your wedding you can do whatever YOU want

Hey- if there aren't windows it REALLY doesn't matter what time of day it is... so do whatever you want. Your mom will shut up once she sees it together (she clearly just can't visualize what you're thinking).

Having no windows makes it possible to basically create an entirely different world w/in the reception space (as opposed to having to balance w/ natural lighting or whatever is right outside the window)

Do what you want and tell her to get over it. (in a nice way of course) my MOH is my sister and we are completely different in just about everything- our tastes, style, favorite colors, type of music we like, even the way we look. So there is a lot of stuff with my wedding that she doesn't think will look good (she says having screwdrivers will "clash with my theme"- I dont even have a theme, just colors). Just about the only thing she likes is my venue. I told her that she is welcome to give me suggestions and I will consider them- but if she doesn't come up with anything i like better then my original idea she is S.O.L.

This is YOUR wedding, not your mothers. My soon-to-be cousin just got married and her wedding was at 10am. The only downside is that if you want to get your hair done, you do have to get up EXTRA early. But other than that, do what makes you happy.

I'm visiting U of I June 2 - 3rd if you get bored and want to meet up.