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This is part two in a series about different wedding traditions in various countries.

For good luck the Irish believe in the sun shining on the bride, to hear the cuckoo on the wedding morning, to see three magpies, and after the wedding ceremony it is important that a man, and not a woman, be the first to wish joy to the new bride. Some Irish people will wear a claddagh ring for a wedding ring. This ring was created by a master goldsmith. It symbolizes love, loyalty and friendship. When worn on the right hand, with the heart facing inward, means the wearers heart is unoccupied.. When the heart is facing outward, it means love is being considered. When worn on the left hand facing outward, it means the wearer is seriously committed to marry. At some Irish weddings, the groom is lifted in a chair (jaunting chair), to celebrate that he is a married man. For good luck, the newlyweds are given a horseshoe to display in their home, in the upward position. Read the rest of this entry »

Getting married is not only a commitment between two people, it is a celebration. The cost of a wedding, however, may put a damper on your celebration.

A traditional wedding is not cheap. At first glance, you may wonder how it could be so expensive. Well, the cost is in the details. Simply put, there are a surprising number of issues that you must deal with in a traditional wedding. Each of these issues, of course, Read the rest of this entry »

For most people their wedding is an exciting event.  Even though you are excited about your wedding there are many things you need to think about. Try not to stress out too much though, everything will work out just fine as long as you plan ahead. Read the rest of this entry »

Upon looking at wedding photos in different countries, it made me curious of the many different cultural traditions of each country. I hope you enjoy learning about them as much as I did. Read the rest of this entry »

Their big day has nearly arrived and you still haven’t bought the couple a wedding gift yet. Well, not to worry, here are 10 wedding gift suggestions that are a little more creative than suggesting you rush off to buy them a gift voucher for the home, garden and furniture store.

1. How about a painting. Obviously selection is according to budget. Consider romantic Read the rest of this entry »

The distinctive traditions like Claddagh rings, superstitions, a special toast, as well as kilts and bagpipes make it really easy to distinguish an Irish wedding from the wedding celebrations of other countries. Let’s take a close look at some of these unique components in the Irish wedding.

One of the most unique of all is the Claddagh ring, a traditional Irish ring made to Read the rest of this entry »

When your best friend, officemate or relative is about to get married, and you’re invited, you might consider looking for a wedding gift to give. Although it is not compulsory, you might feel obliged to bring something. Sounds familiar?

Well, it might occur to you that once you are invited to a wedding, you should bring with you a gift. This is okay. However, the essence of wedding invitation is redirected to the Read the rest of this entry »

Ah, it’s finally here–wedding season. Every bride and groom want to be their best on the big day, but you shouldn’t rely on wedding-day magic to make all of your dreams come true. Like everything on your to-do list–from location to wardrobe to menu–looking and feeling fabulous requires planning.

Looking Great

Flawless-looking skin for your wedding won’t necessarily come out of a cosmetics jar. If –>

You’re a bride-to-be, certainly a revered title. Some might even say the envy of all hopeful marrieds….

But you’re bombarded…

Advertisements, to-do lists, future in-laws, the tiniest of mundane details – they all demand to be tended to – and the resulting stress can overpower what’s supposed to be a joyous time in your life. So how do you reduce stress? Emerge from the pile of fabric Read the rest of this entry »

Want something really unique and special that will set you apart from the other people getting married around the same time.  It is time to think about your wedding invitations.  Wedding invitations are a very important part of any wedding.  A wedding invitation is often the first impression that your guests will have of your wedding and they therefore set the tone and theme for the whole wedding.  It is important therefore to make sure your wedding invitations style, look and feel match your wedding theme.  If you truly want Read the rest of this entry »

Many people who choose to live their life by themselves experience tremendous loneliness.  Humans are social animals and it is a generic need to be a part of society, bond and marry. Marriage is a commitment where couples share the events in their partner’s life until separation. Apart from its many psychological aspects, marriage is a legal agreement that allows couples to live together, engage in sexual activity, coexist, Read the rest of this entry »

A wedding band is essentially a ring solemnizing the custom of marriage. It consists of a metal ring, which might be fitted with precious stones. A wedding band is usually worn on what is known as the ring-finger. The concept of the wedding band seems to have originated in Egypt. Plant sections were worn, symbolizing love and courtship. This custom has gained popularity across the globe. In early days in Europe, it was a custom Read the rest of this entry »

Do Wedding Favors Take the Place of Sending Thank You Notes?
You, the bride, have worked so hard planning your dream wedding. In a matter of six months you managed to fulfill your dream of having the most perfect and memorable wedding. After the ceremony you personally greet your guests during the receiving line or by visiting each table during the reception. As you greet each guest, you are sure to thank each one for coming to your wedding. As the bride, you even went a step further to Read the rest of this entry »

Congratulations Gents! Pretty soon, you’ll be caught up in planning for your wedding, for the honeymoon, and for a life together. Chances are if you are like the typical guy your fiancé will take care of the bulk of the arrangements, but that won’t leave you without at least some additional stress. Stressors that can bring you much worry, aggravation, and even weight gain if you are not careful. Speaking of weight, are you satisfied with how you Read the rest of this entry »

It is traditional to give your groomsmen a gift as a token of your appreciation for participating in your wedding.  Coming up with a great wedding gift for the groomsmen is not always easy though especially with all the other wedding duties you already Read the rest of this entry »