How to Plan a Heavy Metal Wedding Without Losing Your Nan
Yes, you can have Slayer on the playlist and still keep the family happy. Our guide to balancing your metal heart with your guest list.
You want the first dance to Metallica. Your nan wants hymns. Here's how to have both without starting a family feud.
The ceremony
Keep the ceremony itself relatively accessible. You can weave in alternative elements subtly—readings from your favourite lyrics, a processional played on cello, dark floral arrangements.
The reception
This is where you let loose. Themed tablecloths, a playlist that goes from Dio to Deftones, and a bar that serves mead alongside the prosecco.
The dress code
'Dark formal' gives your guests freedom without scaring anyone. The metalheads will go full send, and your nan can wear her nice black dress.
- Suggest 'dark formal' or 'gothic elegant' as a dress code
- Provide a Spotify playlist link on the invitation for a taste of what's coming
- Have a dedicated 'mellow hour' after the ceremony for the older crowd
- Seat strategically—metalheads near the speakers, family near the exit