Quite a few newlyweds choose to get matching wedding bands for their big wedding day. The history of the bride and groom wearing matching wedding bands dates back many years and is still very much alive and well today.
Many couples prefer to design their own matching wedding bands. They may consult with a jewelry design professional who will take their vision and use it to create two rings that Read the rest of this entry »
The wedding ring is a ring that will often be made from precious metals, and it will be worn on the left ring finger. It is also worn on the right ring finger in countries such as Norway or Russia. The purpose of a wedding ring is to represent a marriage. Both spouses will wear rings to show that they are commited to each other. The custom originated in Europe, but has spread to many other countries which are outside of Europe. In some cultures the wedding ring is only one of three rings that will be given when a couple is in the process of getting married. Read the rest of this entry »
Whether you’re looking for a best man toast, a maid of honor toast or any other type of wedding toasts, there are many sample toasts that you can benefit from by using the Internet. You really want to make a difference and be known for your big speech, otherwise it can be a thing you want to forget if it doesn’t work well. It will definitely pay off if you practice ahead of time and get your speech down. It’s kind of like practicing a speech for your class in high school or college when you actually had to stand up in front of peopel and give a speech. Read the rest of this entry »
For most women a wedding dress will be the most important, and often the most expensive, single garment they will ever purchase, and every woman seems to have her own ideas as to what constitutes the perfect wedding dress.
No matter what your taste or budget is, it’s important to shop around as much as possible in order to find that one wedding dress that makes you truly feel like a princess in a fairy tale. Read the rest of this entry »
Renting a good tent is important when planning an outdoor wedding. While tents provide a cozy and personal touch to the whole outdoor wedding décor, they also shield you and your guests from unfavorable weather conditions. Tents are also more flexible than existing facilities because you have more options regarding where and how you want to have your wedding. However, they are more expensive and can cost you around $3,000 to $6,000 without the extras such as lighting, flooring, and the cost of delivery, setup, and removal. Read the rest of this entry »
From the time we are old enough to talk, we are surrounded by weddings. We all grow up imagining our partners and wedding attire, hoping that it will be the perfect event. However, what many of us don’t realize is that it takes months of planning and perfection. After all, there are many other details to worry about, other than wedding dresses and catering. With thousands of options to choose from, it can be extremely difficult to create the perfect wedding. Read the rest of this entry »
The short answer is a resounding YES. Getting married without pre-marriage prep is like starting a business or any important venture without preparing. Half of all marriages end in divorce, and only half of those that endure are truly happy in the long run. Many happy engaged couples assume that they won’t be contributing to these statistics. But, if you just wing it and count on your luck to make your marriage a success, your odds are only one in four. There is another way. Read the rest of this entry »
In the days where a father was unlikely to leave his young daughter alone with a suitor, the couple had to come up with a lot of imaginative communication systems which didn’t require them to actually speak.
There was always the one where he, having stolen from her a flower bud from the bouquet she had carried the night before, would use it as his buttonhole. Looking soulfully at her, he would either press it to his lips or his nose, every time she looked in his direction. Read the rest of this entry »
Like the best man, in times past, there was no such thing as a bridesmaid who was married herself. The whole object of being a bridesmaid was to eventually achieve the status of becoming a bride herself. A girl who was being constantly solicited to be a bridesmaid, without ever negotiating to the next level of being a bride herself, was deemed to be doing something wrong. After all, she was out there, in front of all those eligibles, so why was she missing out in the bridal sweep stakes? Read the rest of this entry »
We’ve all heard the expression: “something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue.” Where do these traditional wedding phrases come from? Today’s bride pays very little–if any–attention to such phrases. But for the longest time these wedding traditions were embraced by the sentimental and superstitious. Let’s take a look at some of the traditions that may or may not be utilized by today’s bride: Read the rest of this entry »
The search for the perfect wedding dress begins - with a long, honest look at the mirror. What is your body shape? Even though you swear you’ll lose ten pounds before the wedding, you can’t drastically modify what Mother Nature has given you. And why should you? There are so many styles and materials available, there’s bound to be something that will make you look absolutely gorgeous, just the way you are. Read the rest of this entry »
Fastly becoming a popular idea at weddings, sparklers are the hottest addition to reception tables for summer weddings. Not only are they great fun, but they are a real ice-breaker.
Many brides also comment on how fantastic the photographs look whilst guests are enjoying their sparklers! Read the rest of this entry »
I’ve been fortunate just recently in seeing both my daughters get married to good men. The only thing was it raised two issues: does this mean I’ll become a grandfather (heck at 56 I’m too young - grandfathers are old aren’t they?) and I would have to give two wedding speeches!
So here’s my formula for a great wedding speech: Read the rest of this entry »
According to the Washington Post (July 2, 2006) “While clergy still perform most weddings, the ceremonies are straying ever farther from tradition, reflecting a “do-it-yourself” attitude toward religious nuptials”
How true, how true. Read the rest of this entry »
Ah, weddings! If you’ve ever been involved in the planning of one of these blessed events, you know the headaches and frustration they can bring. Invitations have to be sent, travel arrangements made, food chosen, the ceremony rehearsed…and that’s just the tip of the iceberg! All of these necessary plans can leave the bride and groom wondering whether they should order tuxedos, or straightjackets! However, this is simply not the case with two of my close friends, Chris and Carrie. Read the rest of this entry »
