Sharon Hanby-Robie. Author, A Simple Wedding. No two brides are the same, so their weddings should be unique as well! After all, a wedding is a very personal celebration and an opportunity to reflect your unique hopes, dreams and beliefs. ... A formal wedding would also include formal engraved invitations and elaborate decorations with a reception at a private club of exclusive hotel. Of course, it would have to include an orchestra for dancing as well. ...