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Throw a party that truly reflects the two of you! We've found 50 creative ways to celebrate your unique sense of style.

By: Rachel Griffiths

Mouthwatering Flavors

22. Get exotic with your cocktail-party hors d'oeuvres, suggests Allen, who often derives inspiration from a couple's cultural heritage. Are you a Latina ? Serve spicy ceviche in shot glasses. Come from an Asian background? Dish up sushi or some veggie tempura.

23. "If you're a real foodie, hire the chef at your favorite restaurant to cater your wedding reception," suggests David. You can show off your great taste to your guests.

24. Foods that were popular during the 1950s—like rack of lamb, mashed potatoes and baked Alaska —are trendy once again. Include nostalgic dishes like these at your wedding feast as a nod to past generations (maybe your parents or grandparents served these dishes at their own weddings?), says David. "Make sure to have a note printed on your menu, so that guests will know where the idea originated," he adds.

25. If you're having a destination wedding, celebrate the spot where you're tying the knot by serving local specialties. For a recent affair Allen planned in Cape Cod , for instance, guests dined on lobster rolls and clam chowder.

26. In addition to wedding cake, have a dessert table filled with a selection of your favorite childhood treats, like Ding Dongs, Twinkies, Little Debbie snacks—"all the fun stuff you used to find in your lunchbox as a kid," says David.

For a whimsical twist, present them on gorgeous wedding cake stands and platters.

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