Wedding Traditions & Customs

Like many wedding traditions, the bridal bouquet has its origins in ancient times, when it was used to ward evil spirits away from the bridal couple. The flowers used today are much different and...

Hawaiian wedding leis represent a loving union between two people. They also symbolize the couple's ability to care for each other as their parents have since birth. The leis are a popular part of...

A chuppah is the canopy under which Jewish weddings are held. The chuppah is usually supported on four poles. Whether your wedding is traditional or contemporary, laid-back or formal, there's a...

There are so many details to think about when planning on the decor of your wedding, so its understandable many people don't realize they can decorate the wedding cake table. For extra drama and...

Everyone has seen a beautiful bride carry flowers down the aisle, but few people know the significance behind the flowers. While it's true flowers add a touch of glamour to a wedding, there are...

Cake toppers can add individuality, personality and whimsy to your wedding cake. Many traditional cake toppers are quite expensive and may not fit the couple's aesthetic or wedding style. Homemade...

Bridal bouquets originated with the wearing of herbs and flowers thousands of years ago, then evolved to today's neatly cut arrangements of flowers. Bouquets were thought to bring luck to the...

Weddings are memorable occasions that often end with the bride and groom driving away after the ceremony or reception. Decorating their getaway car will create even more memories for the...

A chuppah is an integral part of any Jewish wedding. Many brides and grooms like to create a unique chuppah to symbolize their love and future. This chuppah will become a family heirloom as the...

Wedding flowers just have to be beautiful --- they don't have to cost a lot! Follow the tips below and make the bridal party's flowers yourself --- or ask a creative friend to or relative to do...

With just a few supplies and three or five fresh flowers, you can make your own pin-on corsage. This will reduce the cost of the flowers at your wedding. It can also really impress your date when...

Fresh flower wrist corsages are built on a foundation that starts with a satin wrist corsage bracelet. It is a simple satin-covered elastic band topped with a rectangular platform that ends in...

This how to guide will provide assistance in determining who pays for what in a traditional wedding. This day and age some of these options have changed, however for those that wish to have a...

Planning your wedding on a tight budget? Save money and personalize your wedding cake by making your own cake and creating the top yourself. Once you have decided what recipe to use to make your...

Wedding bouquets are one of the most beloved of nuptial traditions. Brides can express aspects of their personality or find flowers whose meanings represent their values and hopes for marital...

Have you ever wanted a tropical bouquet but just didnt think it was possible to make at home? Just follow these simple steps and have fun....

A round or colonial wedding bouquet has been part of wedding tradition for many years. Round wedding bouquets can be a labor intensive project with individually wired flowers. The pre-formed...

Couples who are getting married who still have grandparents that are alive are very lucky and will certainly want to make some special little acknowledgments at the wedding. Having both the...

Traditionally, strewing petals are flower petals that are strewn or scattered for decoration and for luck. In ancient times rose petals were scattered at weddings to symbolize happiness. Today...

There are several options for a bouquet especially made for the wedding toss. You can have a bouquet made by a florist, friend or family member. Make the bouquet yourself using some simple silk...

Throw the traditional wedding bouquet over your shoulder and out the door. Think unique and get creative to make a one-of-a-kind bouquet for your wedding. You don't have to look far for ideas. A...

The tradition of carrying bridal bouquets started with the ancient Greeks. The art of preserving floral blooms has been around since before the Egyptians. Thanks to the trail and error of women...