Wedding Traditions & Customs

During a wedding ceremony, many couples choose to display symbols of unity and safety to further express their love and dedication for one another. There is a wide variety of unity and safety...

Gifts given by wedding guests to the couple are traditionally items the newlyweds would need in their home, or that they have registered for as wanting or needing. However, Filipino weddings honor...

Just about every region in Italy has its own unique wedding traditions, but when it comes to the marriage ceremony and reception, similar customs extend throughout the entire country. For an...

Lighting the unity candle during a wedding ceremony symbolizes that two lives are becoming one. This ceremony is used in many weddings, but some couples prefer to symbolize their union in a...

Many brides and grooms are dumping the garter toss in favor of fun, new alternatives. Some couples forgo the toss out of modesty, some dislike singling out the single guys, while others protest a...

Unity candle ceremonies can be a wonderful addition to a wedding ceremony, but they are not always practical. Weddings outside on a windy day, for example, can make it difficult to light the...

Wedding quilts are a traditional gift that loved ones give a special couple that are marrying. Some families choose to actually create the wedding quilt from scratch; however, time or skill does...

Weddings create memories for not only the bride and groom, but their families and friends as well. The wedding party and guests alike hold the bride or groom, or both, in a special place and would...

Writing your wedding toast can be a big deal. Make it easier by breaking it down to a couple of parts that are sincere and entertaining. Before you begin, think about the crowd you will be...

If you want to celebrate your Irish heritage at your wedding, you'll want to look into traditions that have been used for centuries in Irish ceremonies. You can make your wedding as Irish as you...

The best man's speech is the one that's most commonly given at weddings, but the groom and the father of the bride frequently make them, too. The bride's father's speech will introduce him to the...

Wedding ceremonies are joyous events that bring together two single people who promise to share their lives. Though this sentiment exists across all cultures, some of the traditions, beliefs and...

If you are planning your wedding and are looking for ways to get more for your money, consider serving wedding cupcakes as an alternative to a pricey wedding cake. While those with elaborate...

The wedding is tomorrow. You have the tux. The shoe polish is at the ready for the get away car windows. The Bride's ring is in a safe place. So why can't you sleep. Because your speech as...

Once a couple is officially engaged, for many, a non-stop planning mode begins. A basic wedding consists of the couple intending to wed, witnesses, and the officiant who is to conduct the...

Wedding favors are mementos given from the wedding couple to the wedding guests. They are items that commemorate the special occasion and often has the names of the couple and the wedding date on...

Since not everybody is likely to stand up with a toast on the day of the wedding, making sure the young couple gets all the much-needed advice and wisdom from guests is a fantastic idea. This...

Handfasting rituals are popular additions to traditional wedding ceremonies due to their strong cultural and historical backgrounds. They also provide a surprise for guests, which keeps the...

Giving a speech at a wedding is not only a great honor but a great responsibility. This is something that might be a once in a lifetime for the married couple so it’s up to you to make it...

It can happen to any one of us. Your best friend is getting married, and you’re the maid of honor. You stand there, all dressed up wearing the expensive and slightly gaudy...

The vows have been exchanged, the cake has been cut and the bride and groom are ready to make their grand exit from the reception. This is where you can make sure the lovebirds go out in style....