Photo by Roey Yohai Photography There is plenty of advice in the world about handling your rehearsal dinner and other pre-wedding events, but what about the rehearsal itself? The point of hosting the dinner is to thank those who took part in the rehearsal, so it’s important to make sure that it is following etiquette as well. Th... More »
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Ways to Greet Guests Beside the Receiving Line
Photo by Melani Lust Photography For decades, tradition dictated that after a wedding ceremony, the newlyweds and their parents should greet the guests via the receiving line. If you aren’t familiar with the practice, it’s when attendees in single file greet the host of the event. Usually it’s a quick salutation accompanied by... More »
When planning the details of the ceremony, couples often envision the types of flowers that will decorate the altar, what kinds of chairs guests will sit on, and – of course – the service itself. However, one important aspect that may be lost in the shuffle is the aisle runner. Whether you choose to have... More »
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Irish Traditions to Embrace on Your Wedding Day
They say everyone’s a little bit Irish on St. Patrick’s Day, but if you are actually of Irish heritage, you may want to embrace your roots throughout your wedding. Though your nuptials are primarily about your love, the day is also about family. Therefore it is a natural choice to highlight your cultural background. Ireland is a... More »
Photo by Caroline Tran For the vast majority of religious people, planning a wedding ceremony is relatively simple because there are certain traditions that must be adhered to. There may different passages to choose from in regards to readings, but the options are generally limited. If you and your future spouse do not practice any particular f... More »
Regardless of religious denomination, a church ceremony is an ideal option for couples who intend to incorporate their faith in their marriage and the rest of their life. Whether you envision yourself proceeding down the aisle of an intimate synagogue or colossal cathedral, there are a number of things to keep in mind before scheduling your cere... More »
Photo by Eric Kelley; Planning & Design by Kelli Corn Weddings and Events While lots of thought goes into the planning of a wedding reception, the ceremony can be tricky to figure out as well. After all, it’s the most important part of your big day – when you actually get married. One of the toughest parts can be figuring o... More »
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Why Some Couples Have a Civil and Traditional Wedding
Photo by Chung Li Photography A big wedding isn’t for everyone, which is why many couples choose to elope or have a small courthouse ceremony. However, there are also those who like to have their cake and eat it too, with an intimate vow exchange followed by a classic big celebration at a later date. There are many reasons why a pa... More »
Photo by Carasco Photography; Floral Design by Kesh Designs Outside of a few must-plays and songs to avoid, you will probably leave the bulk of the music choices to your band or DJ. Just as the first dance and father-daughter dance are exceptions, the ceremony will be too. For one, many people hire different musicians for the pre-reception... More »
Photo by The Day Recently the actor David Harbour, best known for portraying Sheriff Hopper on the hit show Stranger Things, responded to a fan on Twitter about officiating her upcoming wedding. After stating the number of retweets needed for him to do so, the actor then shared his requirements – some serious (must fit with his shoot... More »
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