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wedding29 October 2023

Keeping Secrets: The Tradition of Not Seeing the Wedding Dress

One of the most beloved wedding traditions involves the groom not seeing the bride's wedding dress until she walks down the aisle. This custom of keeping the dress a secret until the big reveal has its origins in medieval European superstitions about marriage. It was believed that if the groom caught even a glimpse of the dress before the ceremony, the wedding would be cursed with bad luck or the marriage doomed to failure. While we no longer give credence to such ominous superstitions today, the tradition of keeping the dress hidden persists as a way to build anticipation and suspense before the wedding.

wedding18 October 2023

The History and Significance Behind the Tradition of Tossing the Bouquet

After the vows are sealed with a kiss, the bride turns her back to a gaggle of excited bridesmaids and single female guests. With a flick of her wrist, she launches that coveted arrangement of flowers over her shoulder. What ensues is a blur of flailing arms, jostling torsos, and diving grabs at the airborne bouquet. It's all in good fun, but have you ever wondered how and why this tradition came about?

wedding13 October 2023

Creative Wedding Hashtag Ideas for Your Big Day: Make It Memorable!

Do you want your wedding guests to easily share photos and memories from your big day? Are you looking for a fun, memorable way to get everyone involved in the celebration on social media? Then you need custom wedding hashtags!

wedding6 October 2023

How to Choose Your Dream Bridal Bouquet: The Ultimate Guide for Brides

Your wedding bouquet is one of the most iconic elements of your bridal style. This gorgeous floral arrangement will star in all your photos and videos as you walk down the aisle on your big day. Choosing that perfect bouquet to complement your wedding vision is such an exciting part of planning! But between all the options for flowers, colors, sizes and shapes, the bouquet selection process can also feel a bit daunting. Where do you even begin?!

wedding4 October 2023

Finding the Perfect Wedding Guest List: Who Makes the Cut?

Your wedding day will be one of the most special and memorable days of your life. You’ll be surrounded by your closest family and friends as you celebrate your love. But how do you decide who to include on your guest list? With costs per head and venue capacity to consider, creating your wedding guest list can be tricky. Read on for tips on how to create the perfect guest list for your big day.

wedding1 October 2023

The Art of Wedding Painting

You know that moment at a wedding when the couple shares their first dance, and everyone's eyes glisten with tears? Or when the bride walks down the aisle, leaving a trail of awestruck guests in her wake? These are the magical moments, the ones we always remember. But, have you ever thought about capturing these moments, not with a camera, but with a brush and canvas? Welcome to the burgeoning trend of hiring a wedding painter!