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Posts tagged ceremony
ceremony
What Should Be in Your Wedding Program?
A wedding program is the perfect way to remember your day, thank people who made it possible, and to let out-of-town guests know who’s who. While you won’t find wedding etiquette books declaring a wedding program a must-do, there are…
Traditional Processional Order
Most traditional processional order (Christian and non-religious):
The mothers of the bride and groom are generally escorted in by ushers before the processional begins. Sometimes the groom will escort his mother in, and then go to the altar.
Junior Bridesmaids…
Popular Ceremony Readings
Looking for a ceremony reading or blessing? Here are five of our favorites:
To Love is Not to Possess
by James Kavanaugh
To love is not to possess,
To own or imprison,
Nor to lose one’s self in another.
Love…
How to Choose Your Readings
You know you want at least one reading at your wedding, but not sure what to pick? Here are a few tips:
Pick something that is reflective of how you both feel about your wedding, relationship, or future. The theme…
Ask the Editor: Church Wedding for a Non-Member?
I’m not exactly a member of any particular church but still would like to have a typical church wedding (too afraid it may rain at an outside wedding). So…do most churches allow you to use their place for a wedding…
Ask the Editor: How Do I Cut the Guest List?
My fiancée and I would love to have a large wedding, but our budget is limited. If we cut the guest list, who do we cut?—Zach, Madison, WI
First, if you are trying to have a more lavish affair, and…
Ask the Editor: How Do We Pick a Date?
My fiancée and I can’t seem to pick a date. We don’t really care when we get married and have no preference over a certain season or day. What are some other factors we should consider?—Matthew, Thousand Oaks, CA
When…
Ask the Editor: Should I Attend My Gay Brother’s Wedding?
My brother is gay and getting married to his long-term boyfriend. I’m religious and don’t approve of his lifestyle, or gay marriage in general. We still see each other regularly and I am always polite to his boyfriend, but both…
Ask the Editor: Can You Invite Guests to Just the Reception?
Can people be invited to just the ceremony or reception, but not both?—Risa, Austin, TX
This question comes up most often for those having a destination wedding. While it is problematic to invite many people to your wedding, but much…
The Importance of Budget “Wiggle Room”
When you set the budget for your wedding, it’s always smart to allow for some “wiggle room.” The more you delve into your wedding planning, the more unexpected costs you will find. Most likely, you will not only end up…
Considering a Holiday Weekend Wedding?
Although the couple might be thinking that a holiday weekend is a surefire way for guests to be able to attend, often the opposite is true. Especially during the summer, holiday plans are often booked far in advance. Although…
Wedding Size and Family
Disagreements over the size of the wedding? Ultimately, the choice lies with the bride and groom, within the constraints of the budget. Now, that isn’t to say that the couple ought to veto whomever they want from the wedding when…
When to Take Wedding Pictures
Often, the easiest time to take the wedding party pictures is before the ceremony. The makeup and hair is impeccable, the suits haven’t wrinkled, and the guests haven’t arrived. Photographers can also take what is known as “first look” pictures—the…
Try an “Off-Season” Wedding
Don’t care when you get married? Think off-season.
Depending upon where you live, there are generally a few months when it seems like no one is getting married. For those in the northern half of the country, that is usually…
Finding an Officiant
Looking for a wedding officiant and have no idea where to start? Although many couples generally select their officiant depending upon what religious services they attend, others face the daunting prospect of finding a virtual stranger to play such an…
Trying to Decide on an Invitation?
Your invitation is one of the first indications your guests may have about your wedding. Although you don’t have to, it’s fun to make an extra effort when picking out your invite so that it matches the theme of your…
First Meeting with Florist
As with most wedding vendors, choosing the right one can seem overwhelming. Here are a few quick tips:
Do your research ahead of time. Whether from their own websites or real weddings, check out examples of their work. When you…
Symbolism of Flowers
Particularly during the Victorian era, symbolism was an important part of the courting process. Flowers had significant meanings and when a beau gave one, it was his own sort of hidden message to his sweetheart. When you plan your floral…
Floral Donations
Particularly at religious venues, wedding flower arrangements are often left there, as an additional donation to the church or synagogue. With this in mind, make sure that you don’t offend by having someone take the flowers with you to also…
Your Floral Checklist
Below is a list of the most standard arrangements, bouquets, and other various floral products you will need for your ceremony and reception.
Wedding Party:
Bouquets for the bride, maid of honor, and bridesmaids
Flower girl petals or flowers &…
Ask the Editor: Agnostic Guest at a Religious Wedding
My friends are getting married next week, and I am going to the wedding. The only thing is that they are religious and I’m agnostic. I considered not going to the ceremony because I know there will be praying at…
How to Ask if Your Parents can Contribute to Your Wedding
First, how this conversation goes varies greatly on your relationship with your parents. If, for example, you have always been close with them, and everyone is honest and direct, you really don’t need this question answered for you. Approach them…
Prepare Your Guests
Whether you are having a religious service and inviting non-religious guests, or having a goth-inspired ceremony and inviting your conservative parents, you need to prepare those at your wedding for the unexpected.
Use your program to explain any unfamiliar ceremony…
Cell Phone Reminder at Your Ceremony
Remember to ask your wedding guests to turn off their cell phones. Few people can say that they’ve never had an awkward moment where it slipped their mind to turn off their ringer and it caused an embarrassment. People are…
What Should be in the Ceremony Program?
What needs to be in the ceremony program?
Include information about the service that some guests may not be familiar with. For example, some religious ceremonies attended by non-religious guests may make your guests feel uncomfortable if they feel unprepared…
What is a Pew Card?
Pew cards are an optional enclosure in a wedding invitation that let a select group of family members and friends know that they are to be seated in a special section. If you want a guest to have a specific…
Ask the Editor: How Much Music?
How much ceremony music is appropriate? There are several songs that I would like to incorporate, and I am having a difficult time narrowing them down. –Nina, Ft. Lewis, WA
Although the wedding ceremony will go be very fast for…
Ask the Editor: Processional Music
I really hate the traditional “Here Comes the Bride” and would prefer to play something else. Is that allowed?—Elise, Montgomery, AL
You can play anything you want. If you are concerned about people knowing it is time to stand for…
Why Should You Hire a Wedding Planner?
Many couples immediately dismiss the idea of hiring a wedding planner because it sounds expensive. At the onset, wedding planning sounds simple. In reality, however, it can be very time-consuming. Ultimately, you have to decide how much your time is…
Questions to Ask When You Tour a Venue
Whenever couples visit their ceremony and reception venues, chances are they get caught up in the scenery and imagining all their details coming to life. So, before you sign off on the grand ballroom with the dramatic ocean view, make…
Check the Venue’s Fine Print!
You enter the gardens and you know it…this is the place! Before you sign on the dotted line, make sure you read the fine print of any venue contract. Many venues, particularly those with catering services, will either require you…
Guest Etiquette Basics
When you receive your invite, check your calendar, and if necessary, inquire with your work about time off, check into travel arrangements, etc. You should RSVP with immediacy. Do not let it sit in a pile with your other mail. …
Checklist & Budget Tools
Looking for something that will make wedding planning easier? Try the new mywedding checklist tool, which will allow you to organize all of your tasks in one central location. For your convenience, our checklist is pre-populated with the most common…
Budgeting and Prioritizing
Chances are, no matter what your wedding budget is, you are going to have to make choices. Having a dream wedding isn’t about having everything you want; it is about valuing what is most important to you, and planning your…
How to Pick Your Ushers
Often a couple will pick men to serve as ushers who “didn’t make the cut” to be groomsmen, or they simply ask some of their groomsmen to serve double-duty. An usher plays a critical role is helping to set the…
Want to Get Married Outdoors? No Sweat!
There are lots of reasons to be married outdoors, and you don’t have to be limited to the hot summer months! With contingency plans, you can tie the knot in the great outdoors during any time of year…
Bug Off! Tips for Keeping Bugs Away at Your Outdoor Wedding
Ahh, the sights and sounds of an outdoor wedding: the beauty of nature all around, the sound of birds chirping, the lovely sight of flowers blooming, and the swarming mosquitoes headed straight for you! While almost all aspects of…
Considering a Civil Ceremony? What You Need to Know.
Photography by Whitebox Weddings- see more at www.whiteboxweddings.com
Some folks consider it the “Fast and Easy” option, but the civil ceremony wants you to look past its short skirt and recognize that there is a lot more to it…
The Man Registry With the Groom’s Wedding Day Checklist
Photography by David Payne Photography
We’re going to make this easy for you, grooms. There’s a lot to keep track of and remember on your wedding day. And oftentimes, some of the most basic things are sometimes the easiest…
William Fogler Talks About Color Matching and Balance
Whether it’s wedding etiquette questions, info on the latest styles and trends, or timeless advice, our in-house wedding designer William has the answers.Have a burning question about your big day? Send it to us at: info@mywedding.com or tweet it…
Kid-Friendly Wedding (Part 2): Activities to Keep the Kids Happy
If the kid to adult ratio at your wedding is a bit larger than you initially anticipated take the necessary steps to plan accordingly. After you’re sure the day will run smoothly for the wee ones (and yourself), you’ll…
William Fogler Talks about Seating Arrangements with Divorced Parents
Whether it’s wedding etiquette questions, info on the latest styles and trends, or timeless advice, our in-house wedding designer William has the answers.Have a burning question about your big day? Send it to us at: info@mywedding.com or tweet it…
Fish, Beef or Chicken Nuggets? How to Accommodate your Pint-Sized Guests!
Photography by whitebox weddings – see more at www.whiteboxweddings.com
Whether or not to invite children to your wedding can be a dilemma of unforeseen magnitude. Everyone, it seems, has an opinion and is not afraid to voice it. Loudly.…
Sharing The Love
Photography by Anna Kuperberg – see more at www.annakuperberg.com
I love small weddings. An intimate ceremony of forty or fewer affords possibilities that just can’t happen in a large gathering. When you have a small wedding your guests can…
Wedding Planner Expert with What to Wear to a Wedding
Question:
Can you please categorize the different attire formalities and what each one of those mean for guests?
Wedding Planner Expert, Jessica Adler of JA Special Events and Weddings answers this:
Knowing what to wear to a wedding or…
Kid-Friendly Wedding (Part 1): Planning for Success
If a good number of your guests are 18 and under, you may want to consider taking steps to planning a kid-friendly wedding. Having a lot of kids at your wedding can be fun and endearing, but in order…
Guest Blogger: Intimate Weddings on The Backyard Wedding
Photography by Anna Kuperberg – see more at www.kuperberg.com
As wedding budgets retract, and guest lists shrink, the backyard has become the wedding venue of choice for many savvy couples. But backyard weddings are not for everyone.
Are you…
Home is Where The Heart Is
Photography by Anna Kuperberg – see more at www.kuperberg.com
Each wedding venue presents its own unique and non-unique styles, advantages and disadvantages. Home weddings are different. Home weddings not only allow for the complete customization of the ceremony and…
Summer Wedding Plans? How to Beat the Heat
While most of us are still trying to cope with the relentless chill of winter (try a hot toddy or three!), it can be difficult to believe that spring is actually here – with summer hot on its heels.…
Planning an Interfaith Wedding
Photography by A Bryan Johnson Photo – see more at www.abryanphoto.com
Marrying a person of a different faith can bring up many issues in wedding planning – not to mention the issues that can surface in your relationship. However,…
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