The tradition and symbolism of exchanging wedding rings originates with the ancient Egyptians. Egyptians are one of the first cultures to use rings in their wedding ceremonies because of what the shape of the ring, a circle, represents. A circle represents eternity because it has no beginning nor end. This makes a ring the perfect … Continue reading Wedding Rings – Why Are They Placed on the Left Hand Ring Finger?
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Why We Do That – Origins of Popular Wedding Ceremony Traditions
A wedding ceremony is a wonderful event - a rite-of-passage full of ritual and symbolism. Have you ever wondered where these rituals and practices come from and why we do these things? Here are the origins of some common wedding ceremony superstitions and traditions. Origins Of 7 Popular Wedding Ceremony Traditions The White Wedding Gown … Continue reading Why We Do That – Origins of Popular Wedding Ceremony Traditions
Wedding Planning Q & A – What’s So Difficult About Planning a Wedding?
Is wedding planning difficult? This Wedding Planning question asks just that. Q. - What's so difficult about planning a wedding? It seems like a simple celebration with family, and throwing a party shouldn’t be hard, but in execution, this doesn’t seem to be an easy task. Why is that? A. - Is wedding planning difficult? … Continue reading Wedding Planning Q & A – What’s So Difficult About Planning a Wedding?
6 Super Easy Wedding Car Decoration Ideas For A Stylish Getaway
Photo credit: Just Married via photopin (license) Q. - We want some wedding car decoration ideas. What are the best decoration ideas for the bride and groom's getaway car? A. - Back in the 5th century people threw shoes at the bride and groom. This practice eventually evolved to shoes being tied to the couples’ … Continue reading 6 Super Easy Wedding Car Decoration Ideas For A Stylish Getaway
Say “Cheese!” 5 Ways to Make the Most of Posed Photos at Your Wedding
When all is said and done, your wedding photos will be THE lasting memory of your special day, so it's very important to give some thought to your wedding photography. Standing for posed photos may not seem like much fun, but don’t make the mistake of skipping them. This is a special day that will … Continue reading Say “Cheese!” 5 Ways to Make the Most of Posed Photos at Your Wedding
9 Tips to Help Manage Your Reception Costs
We all know that weddings cost a lot of money. The best advice we offer brides and grooms on budgets and reception costs is "Spend where you need to, save where you can." The reception tends to be the biggest ticket item of the entire wedding budget, and major savings on your reception costs can … Continue reading 9 Tips to Help Manage Your Reception Costs
Why You Need a Rehearsal for Your Wedding Ceremony
Every now and then we come across a couple who doesn't think they need a rehearsal for their wedding ceremony. Maybe it’s because they’ve been in several friends' weddings as bridesmaids or groomsmen, they think they can skip the wedding rehearsal. They are convinced that everyone can just show up … Continue reading Why You Need a Rehearsal for Your Wedding Ceremony
Wedding Q & A – Are Thigh High Boots Acceptable With a Wedding Dress?
Are you wondering if it's acceptable to wear unconventional bridal footwear on your wedding day? Then check out our latest Wedding Q & A. Q. - Are thigh high boots acceptable with a wedding dress? A. - Since I'm not a wearer of thigh high boots myself, the first thing to pop into my mind … Continue reading Wedding Q & A – Are Thigh High Boots Acceptable With a Wedding Dress?
Wedding Q & A – Can You Bring a Guest to a Wedding If the Invitation Did Not Specify and Just Said “We Request the Honor of Your Presence”?
Q. - Can you bring a guest if the wedding invitation did not specify and just said "we request the honor of your presence"? A. - "We Request the Honor of Your Presence" indicates what is being done - you (singular and plural) are being invited. The “you” is not the specific indication of who … Continue reading Wedding Q & A – Can You Bring a Guest to a Wedding If the Invitation Did Not Specify and Just Said “We Request the Honor of Your Presence”?
Hello. How much do you charge?
"How much do you charge?" That is usually the first question I get from a newly engaged bride or groom. And it’s definitely a valid question. It's important to know what the cost of a wedding planner is. However, my answer is “It depends.” Now you’re probably thinking, “why does she give a vague ‘it depends’ … Continue reading Hello. How much do you charge?