Feeling Lucky? Set the Date for 8-8-08
 Who could forget last year's wedding craze when wedding planners went wild for 7-7-07? If you weren't lucky enough to get the triple-seven date for your wedding, there is a new wedding date in town -- August 8, 2008. But why is everyone crazy for eights? In Chinese culture, eight portends prosperity and luck. And when on its side, eight becomes the infinity symbol. Two great reasons to add eight into your wedding theme! Plus, August 8 falls on a Friday this year so you might save money on the reception. And you can spread the wealth by giving out lucky bridesmaid gifts and wedding favors.
Wedding Party of Eight
Having eight bridesmaids might be a bit much, especially because you'd have to buy them all bridesmaid gifts, but four attendants on each side is definitely doable. Give out bridesmaid gifts that reflect your special day. Bridesmaid gifts and wedding favors like these cherry blossom fans make great keepsakes and are perfect for an Asian-inspired wedding. If you weren't lucky enough to grab the 8-8-08 date, you can always hold your tea ceremony or rehearsal dinner that night.
Exchange "I Do" for "I Love You"
Notice that this declarative statement has exactly eight letters? How perfect for a wedding! Insert "I Love You"everywhere. Engrave it on the inside of your rings, along with the infinity symbol. And "I Love You" isn't just for the bride and groom. Say "I Love You" to your bridal party with beautiful bridesmaid gifts and to your guests with personalized wedding favors.
 Crazy Eights
According to Chinese culture, the more eights in a wedding the more prosperity for the couple. Go ahead and get crazy with eights. Set the reception time for 8:00 or even 8:08. Try to find a venue with an "888" address. Put eight diamonds into your wedding band or have an eight-tiered wedding cake. Give out fortune cookies as wedding favors and seat eight people at a table.
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