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Why the Groom Veils the Bride – A Jewish Wedding Tradition

The Hebrew tradition of the veiling of the bride stems from the biblical story of Rebecca; veiling herself before meeting her husband Isaac. Tradition states: when Rebecca went to Isaac’s family’s area, she saw a man in a field and asked who he was; the reply was Isaac your husband to be; at that point Rebecca placed her veil over herself. Many see the marriage of Isaac and Rebecca as a marriage made in heaven and with great reverence the tradition of the veiling the bride was incorporated into Jewish wedding ceremonies.

For the “veiling of the bride” the groom’s father and the bride’s father along with the Rabbi and other members of the wedding party escort the groom to the bride’s reception area (this would be where the bride [Read more…]

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Chuppah – A Jewish Wedding Tradition

Chuppah – A Jewish Wedding Tradition
Not just a wedding decoration, the Chuppah (wedding canopy) is an ancient religious custom, which has evolved in to a deep and rich wedding tradition.

The chuppah, (Hebrew for marriage canopy) is a four-pole fabric covered canopy, which the bride and groom stand under during the wedding ceremony. The chuppah or huppah as some spell it, is a symbol of the home. Just as Abraham and his wife Sarah’s tent was open on all four sides, to welcome friends, relatives [Read more…]

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Butterfly Release: An Enchanting Wedding Tradition.

he use of butterflies in a wedding ceremony is becoming more prevalent. But where did the idea come from to release butterflies at a wedding? The tradition can be traced back to the Native American culture. According to Native American legend a butterfly is a messenger to the Great Spirit. As the legend goes you must capture a butterfly unharmed, whisper your secret wish to the butterfly and then release it. Because the [Read more…]

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Bridal Skin Care Tips

Bridal Skin Care Tips For A Gorgeous Wedding Glow
Beautiful skin on the wedding day is essential. Women want to look radiant in the wedding photos and practically glow with enthusiasm and beauty as they stand beside their grooms. It’s only natural to want to look gorgeous on the wedding day and proper skin care habits are a key element in accomplishing this small task. Most experts suggest beginning a skin care regimen as close to the engagement as possible. This allows ample time to discover which skin care products work and which to avoid. [Read more…]

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Wigging Out – Party Theme For Your Pre-teen

It’s often difficult to come up with first-rate party theme for the pre-teen age girl. A Wigging Out party is a fresh fun party that all the girls will enjoy. Definition of “wigging out” is to become wildly excited and your tween will do just that.

A Wigging Out party consists of the girls trying on all different types of wigs and costumes. This is a form of dress-up but with a mature twist – have a make-up station set up for the girls to try on their wigs. They can create different styles or characters. A costume store can supply you with the wigs as well as many [Read more…]

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Sweet Sixteen Tropical Beach Party Theme

Tropical Beach Party – Sweet Sixteen Party Theme

I had imagined my daughter wanting one of those huge MTV sweet sixteen parties, so I was surprised and relieved that she asked for a tropical beach party theme, and would only like to invite 10 friends.

We live thousands of miles from a beach; so, I was concerned about finding a location for a beach party. I called my local country club (which has a swimming pool) and they were able to rent the pool to us exclusively.

With a location found, I moved on to beach decorations. I called my florist to see if I could buy or rent a few palms or tropical type plants. Indeed they did. I got two Sago palms, as well as some hibiscus plants. [Read more…]

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Wedding Favor Trends Tips For 2008

Wedding Favor Trends of 2008
The word is in about wedding favor trends in 2008 and this handy guide is full of tips for finding wedding favors as unique and beautiful as the bride. Whether staying ahead of the game with candy apples and strawberries decorated as tuxedos and gowns, rocking the reception by using personalized concert tickets as place cards, or going traditional with a sachet of rice, wedding favors are a clever and fun way to thank guests for attending by leaving behind a small piece of memorabilia to commemorate the exciting day.

Look for these excellent trendy qualities when selecting wedding favors [Read more…]

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Bachelorette Party Ideas

Wild or Classy – Bachelorettes Just Want To Have Fun

Girls At A Bachelorette PartyThe bachelorette party is either the most dreaded or the most anticipated of events leading up to the wedding ceremony. Either way, it’s almost always the most memorable. Usually overlooked by the bride, planning for the bachelorette party is often left to the bridesmaids.

The first thought bridesmaids often have is the wild night out. This normally involves a male-shaped something-or-other and an inebriated limousine ride looking for ways to cause trouble and generally embarrass the bride-to-be … in a good-natured way, of course. This is the stereotypical bachelorette party portrayed in the movies, and it’s usually a threat or reality for brides-to-be. Remember: hide the photos.

Girls Nite-In Bachelorette Party Ideas

For a more respectable and relaxing evening, bachelorette parties can either [Read more…]

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Mojito’s & Salsa – The Sweet & Spicy Party Theme

This is an adult party theme that is sure to be a bit spicy, fun, and sweet. Gather up or rent some Highball glasses for the Mojito’s (a rum and sugar drink with lime juice, mint and club soda.) Now add in the spicy Salsa, not the dip but a Salsa dancer. However, salsa dip and chips would be great food to have at this party. Hire someone to teach your guests to salsa.

You can hire a Salsa band or rent the equipment needed for the dance music. You may need to rent a dance floor as well depending on your party location. Many rental companies or party supply companies can help [Read more…]

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Releasing of White Doves as a Wedding Tradition

Where did the tradition of releasing doves come from?

The dove has come to symbolize peace, this was evident in the Greek myths, as well as in the Jewish and Christian bibles; in the story of Noah who sent out a dove and it brought back an olive branch. The white dove represented the renewal of man to land after the flood. For many cultures white doves released at a wedding signifies, love, unity, and fidelity

An old wedding superstition suggests that if you see a pair of doves on your wedding day, you’ll have a long [Read more…]

Planning a Classic Halloweekend

The vibrant green of summer has given way cozy shades of autumnal orange and yellow. Pumpkins, pies, costumes, and classic jack-o-lanterns are trademarks of the new season, and the ways to celebrate Halloween are endless. Whether you’re a big party planner or like to enjoy a nice weekend full of fall activities, we have some tips for enjoying every minute of spooky season!

Wedding Flowers: From Palette to Petals

Flowers set the stage for a wedding by adding color, texture, and personality to every detail. The right blooms complement your color palette and help create the mood, whether soft and romantic, bold and dramatic, or fresh and modern. With thoughtful floral choices, your wedding can feel personal and beautifully reflective of your style!