Wedding Traditions

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From tossing the bouquet to giving dinner speeches, traditions are a huge part of every wedding. What's more, every culture has its own long list of essentials. How do you choose which traditions to use (and which not to use) in your celebration? Read the tips below to find advice on how to combine, redefine, and otherwise incorporate a wide range of wedding traditions into your celebration.

Speeches and toasts at a wedding can add a personal and heartfelt touch to your wedding day by allowing guests, family and friends to share their stories, well wishes and advice. While most couples know that speeches are traditionally a mandatory part of the day, they may be…

Many couples ask a close friend or family member to present a wedding reading at their ceremony. Ranging from romantic to humorous, there are many popular wedding readings to choose from in order to celebrate your love at your special event. If you are on the hunt for the perfect…

The ceremony is over, and the happy (now married) couple skips down the aisle. Family and friends cheer them on. They get into that white stretch limo, or horse-drawn carriage, just like thousands of other newlyweds for…

The Islamic religion and its many sects often host marriages that are large celebrations, with many specific rituals that started thousands of years ago. An Islamic ceremony in Africa can be drastically different from one in India. However, even though the celebrations can differ…

Members of the Church of Latter-Day Saints (LDS), often referred to as Mormons, have wedding traditions that are deeply rooted in their religion. The ceremony and festivities are often focused on the Church and the couple’s dedication to living life for the Lord. There are…

The wedding celebration itself is steeped in history and tradition, and each country has customs and rituals that have been passed down through the generations. Japanese weddings are no exception and there are many long-standing traditions that make these ceremonies unique from…

America has always been known as a melting pot of cultures and it’s important to learn about and take pride in your roots. If you and/or your groom are of Russian descent, you can combine cultural traditions in your wedding by adding traditional elements to the day. Even if…

While fashions have changed throughout the years, bridal gowns and accoutrements have often reflected traditions and customs of times past. Nowhere is this more apparent than the wedding veils and trains that brides wear…

When you have children in your life, by all means, include them in your wedding ceremony if you wish! Whether you want to include your own children, nieces or nephews, or the sons or daughters of close friends, it may help to know some of the roles they can fulfill. For instance…

A good maid of honor speech starts with a few good ideas and anecdotes.  How you piece these together is entirely up to you, but you’ll want to keep a few things in mind when sitting down to translate your sister’s third birthday fiasco, or your best friend…

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