Weddings Around the World

How to Exchange Yui-No Gifts Before a Japanese Wedding

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Prior to your wedding, prepare a yui-no ceremony, in which the bride and groom and their families exchange a series of gifts that signify happiness and fortune... more »

How to Get a Pikake Lei

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It is traditional for Hawaiian brides to wear a fragrant lei of pikake buds (a type of jasmine). This garland is a symbol of purity and adds a lovely touch to the special day... more »

How to Plan a Traditional Polish Wedding

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There are many wedding customs from around the world that can be used to enhance any celebration. If you are looking for an authentic twist for your big day, here is your guide to planning a traditional Polish wedding... more »

How to Plan a Show of Presents Before a Scottish Wedding

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In Scotland, the bride's family typically invites guests to come and admire the wedding gifts... more »

How to Arrange a Beach Wedding Abroad

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Weddings abroad have become easier and more popular for couples wanting a taste of the non-traditional. Having your dream wedding in an exotic and romantic beach location is possible virtually anywhere in the world. So, let your imagination go ... more »

How to Find Music for a Hawaiian Wedding

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Hawaiian music has a slow, melodic sound all its own. Capture the feel of the islands by using this traditional music to set the tone of your special day... more »

How to Get Married in Japan

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Destination weddings are romantic and unique, but they require a little advance planning, especially if the wedding is taking place overseas. In Japan, the only legally binding marriage must take place in a local ward or city office. Before or ... more »

How to Plan a Long Distance Wedding

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Do you want to get married in your hometown? Or maybe there is another destination that holds special meaning for you both, such as a vacation spot. While many people choose to get married locally, long distance weddings can be a special treat. ... more »

How to Select Food for a Chinese Wedding Banquet

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Much thought goes into planning a Chinese wedding banquet. The foods that the bridal couple serves convey deep meaning, such as happiness, longevity and fertility... more »

How to Plan a Native American Wedding

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Native American weddings are a true reflection of the couple's inner spirituality and beliefs. Some couples today embrace traditions from their heritage, while others prefer a more modern approach. Either way, each ceremony is completely unique... more »

How to Plan an English Wedding

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Rely on the richness of English traditions to plan a proper and sophisticated wedding... more »

How to Wear a Claddagh Ring

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Claddagh rings are a type of Irish jewelry that depicts two hands holding a heart with a crown on top it. All of these symbols have great meaning. Therefore, some couples decide to exchange these instead of traditional wedding bands... more »

How to Get Married in Missouri

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The great state of Missouri is a wonderful place to get married. From the natural beauty of the Ozarks to the sweeping grace of the Arch in St. Louis, you will find many lovely places to say your vows in Missouri. Here’s how to get married in ... more »

How to Get Married on a Cruise

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Getting married on a cruise is a romantic way to combine your wedding and honeymoon into one truly unforgettable voyage... more »

How to Jump the Broom for an African-American Wedding

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Jumping the broom is a popular African-American wedding tradition that symbolizes the sweeping away of the old and the welcoming of the new... more »

How to Plan a Chinese Wedding

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Weddings in China are cause for great celebration, since they mark the joining together of two families. Many rituals are performed to shower the bride and groom with happiness and good luck, and to keep evil spirits away... more »

How to Plan a Hawaiian Wedding

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Hawaiian weddings are typically tradition-filled to show respect for the family, ancestors and culture. This ensures luck, prosperity and happiness for the bridal couple... more »

How to Plan an Irish Wedding

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Weddings in Ireland are an important time for renewal and continuity for the bride and groom. The couple often takes this time to connect with their roots in an effort to find a sense of tradition and identity to bring to their new family... more »

How to Get Married in Hawaii

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More than 20,000 marriages take place every year in Hawaii, and there are a score of gorgeous settings in which to tie the knot among the islands. You can do it on the beach, at a world-famous resort, under the sea, on a cruise, by a waterfall, ... more »

How to Have a Disney World Wedding

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If you've always dreamed of having a fairy tale wedding, consider exchanging your vows in Disney World's magical setting... more »

How to Make an Imu

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Enhance your Hawaiian wedding or luau with this traditional and delicious kalua pig dish, which is cooked underground for the entire day... more »

How to Plan a Hindu Wedding

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Hindu weddings are steeped in important rituals and customs. Some couples choose to have the typical Hindu ceremony that spans several days, while others have a condensed version that lasts only a few hours... more »

How to Plan a Japanese Wedding

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A contemporary Japanese wedding is an elaborate and colorful affair that combines ancient Japanese rituals with modern Western touches... more »

How to Select African Fabric for Wedding Garb

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Selecting colorful African fabric for your wedding garb can help you create a dramatic and beautiful event... more »

How to Dress for a Scottish Wedding

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Reflect your pride in your cultural heritage by selecting traditional Scottish attire for your wedding... more »

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