The Wedding Ceremony and Wedding Vows
The moment you say "I do" should be absolutely perfect. And you can make your wedding ceremony and wedding vows even more special by adding custom touches that let you express your personality in your very own special way. Online you will find a vast range of sites that offer you help with every aspect of the ceremony ... |
... And that means everything from the wedding traditions you follow to the candles you use — all the way to the ribbons that decorate the wedding site and the book that your guests sign in order for you to remember who came to share your special day with you.
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Note: If you don't already have a book to help you plan your wedding ceremony like the one we recommend here, it's high time you do so. If you would prefer to have software that helps you keep track of all the elements of your wedding planning, there is also an excellent resource here. Now ... grab a pen and paper, and get ready to plan your way to married bliss! :) |
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-- MarriedBliss.com's Wedding Ceremony Guide --
HOW SHOULD YOU GET STARTED?
1) Consider the cultural traditions of both of your families. Are there any special things you need to keep in mind in order to ensure that you follow proper customs?
Many couples from differing cultures like to incorporate traditions into their wedding ceremonies to reflect the unique combination of their backgrounds.
Where can you learn more about proper wedding etiquette? Click here for a great book on wedding etiquette.
-- MarriedBliss.com's Wedding Ceremony Guide --
2) Select just the right location for your wedding. You and your fiance should discuss where (and when) you would like your wedding to take place. Points to consider: — Should the wedding be held in the bride's hometown? The groom's? Where the bride and groom now reside? Do you want to elope? Only after this decision is made can the rest of the planning take place. — Have you always wanted to go somewhere exotic for your wedding? If you have been considering a destination wedding, now is the time to firm up the details. Want to go someplace warm and sunny? A waterfront ceremony in Venice? Or have you always dreamed of a fun-filled wedding in Vegas? Want help deciding which destination to choose? Click here for help on picking the destination for your wedding.3) Set the date for your wedding. Of course this will depend on when your chosen locations for the ceremony and reception are available, but this is critical for getting the ball rolling for the big event. -- MarriedBliss.com's Wedding Ceremony Guide -- 4) Select stationery for your invitations. It may take you a while to select exactly the invitations you want. You can find a vast selection of invitation options online that will reflect your needs, often at better prices than you can find at your local print shop. |
Keep in mind that it can take quite a while for printing, whether you shop online or order from a local printer. Be sure to order well in advance to avoid any last-minute problems that might arise.
Which online stationers should you consider? Click here for our recommendation on where to get your wedding invitations.5) Think about the types of decorations you would like to use in your wedding ceremony.
Now is the time when you should determine which theme, if any, you will follow for your wedding. (For more info on wedding themes, click here.)
And, of course, it is not necessary to have a theme. Just follow your heart and select the accessories and decorations that suit your taste best.
Where should you get good ideas for personalizing your wedding ceremony? That's easy.
A great book or two on creating a beautiful wedding will give you more ideas than you will ever need — and I have compiled a list of the best wedding planning books available for your convenience.
-- MarriedBliss.com's Wedding Ceremony Guide --
6) Find just the right accessories for the ceremony. These days you have many different choices thanks to the Internet — and many websites to choose from.
You can shop for great bargains or for those hard-to-find items that aren't stocked in your local store.
And don't forget about things like ribbons, pins for flowers, etc. Anything you can find in your local craft store can be found online — and much, much more.
Where can you find accessories for your ceremony online — like ribbons and unity candles? Click here for reviews of places to find great wedding ceremony accessories.
-- MarriedBliss.com's Wedding Ceremony Guide --
7) Use the Internet to plan your floral arrangements. What, you say? How does that work?
Naturally, nothing can replace the helpfulness of your local florist shop, which will be the vendor actually creating and delivering the flowers for your wedding ceremony and reception.
But the Internet does offer you a significant number of floral websites that will allow you to browse and think about the type of flowers you want for your wedding.
I recommend that you take a look at florist websites and compile a list of your favorite flowers before heading to the florist in your area.
-- MarriedBliss.com's Wedding Ceremony Guide --
8) If you decide to write your own wedding vows, you can use the Internet to help.
You can research quotes on love, trust and unity on any of the major search engines. Search engines such as Google and Yahoo are also good starting points for your wedding vows, or simply click on the following link for a book on wedding vows that we recommend.
9) Wedding ceremony music can be tough to choose. Make sure to consider lots of different types of music in order to ensure that your personal style shines through. Whatever wedding ceremony music you choose, it's your decision -- so have fun and enjoy the decision-making process!
10) Speeches. Lots of people get nervous thinking about having a make a speech. But your wedding toast doesn't have to stress you out. :) We recommend this resource on wedding speeches/toasts because of the variety of options it gives you. Then all you have to do is tailor the speech to your own needs! Here are links to 2 great options available for immediate download: All Types of Wedding Speeches (better quality) and Wedding Speeches and Wedding Toasts (less expensive, but also less helpful).
ONE LAST POINT TO KEEP IN MIND: Your wedding ceremony is about your love for your future spouse and vice versa.
Whatever choices you make for your wedding ceremony should reflect both of your wishes and ensure that the two of you are truly happy about your special day.
If the two of you work together, you can make your wedding ceremony and wedding vows truly special, something that is your very own. After all, that's what it's all about.
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All content copyright 2003-2005 by Stacey Martin and MarriedBliss.com
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