Category Archives: Traditions

International Wedding Traditions – Make Your Wedding Unique and Memorable

Posted on July 13, 2011

Every bride wants her wedding to be unique. With all the information and ideas for wedding planning it is easy to overload trying to find those special touches. Why not borrow from other countries and cultures when planning your special day? Traditions from … Continue reading →

Old Wedding Poem – Part 2

Posted on June 8, 2011

Some brides are lucky enough to have an heirloom in their family that everyone uses as their something old or something borrowed. Here are some ideas to use if you don’t have an heirloom, or want a little extra continuity … Continue reading →

Old Wedding Poem – Part 1

Posted on June 6, 2011

An old English rhyme has been guiding brides for years past and will guide them for years to come. Wedding traditions and superstitions have come and gone and come back again. This one seems to be here to stay and … Continue reading →

Grooms Cakes

Posted on January 8, 2010

An older tradition that is making a huge comeback is the groom’s cake. These cakes are a tradition stemming from the southern United States. Typically this cake is placed next to the bride’s cake and later on in the evening … Continue reading →

The Wedding March – Song Suggestions and History

Posted on October 23, 2009

Recently, a friend planning her wedding asked my advice about what music should be played when she walks down the aisle. Somewhat a traditionalist, I suggested the "Bridal Chorus," which is more commonly known as "Here Comes the Bride." I … Continue reading →

Breakaway Bouquet

Posted on September 28, 2009

The tradition of the bride tossing her bridal bouquet to a crowd of single female wedding guests is a long standing one. Some brides even order two bouquets from the florist, one to keep, and the other to toss. The … Continue reading →

The Newlywed Shower

Posted on September 11, 2009

A once long standing tradition that seems to be fading fast, is the shower of rice over the newlywed couple. Rice is a symbol of abundance and fertility. It also represents prosperity and good fortune. Traditionally, this shower was done … Continue reading →

Sweets for the Sweet

Posted on September 9, 2009

Here is an ideal and fun way for any bride to convey her affection for her attendants. Spend an afternoon with "just the girls" and let them know how much you appreciate their participation in your wedding plans. In the … Continue reading →

Wedding Traditions and Superstitions – Part 2

Posted on April 27, 2009

History of Wedding Favors Wedding favors have become an important part of marriage celebrations around the world. The tradition dates back thousands of years. Favors were given to guests in appreciation for sharing in the newlyweds’ special day. Wedding favors … Continue reading →

Wedding Traditions and Superstitions – Part 1

Posted on April 24, 2009

The Wedding Toast When someone is toasting the bride and groom they should not raise their glasses like everyone else. Since they are the ones being honored, it is not considered polite to toast themselves. Why do they call it … Continue reading →