Something Old - Wedding Traditions

Even though every bride wants the latest trends, sometimes a little ceremony goes along way. Ever wonder the "why" behind some of the seemingly wacky wedding traditions we have? Figure out the meaning behind some famous wedding history helps brides make an educated decision about what to embrace and what to include on her big day.

35 Cupcake Towers that Take the Cake

From the ultra-trendy to the ultra-traditional, cupcake towers are invading weddings everywhere. Out of all the dessert choices, cupcakes are the cutest confections. With this in mind, we started a...

A Bride's Best Friend: Diamond Engagement Rings

Ever since Marilyn Monroe sang "Diamonds are a Girls Best Friend" in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes in 1953, diamonds have been considered the most indisputably elegant accessory a woman could have,...

A Sixpence in her Shoe

Of course brides marry for love, but what bride wouldn't want to beckon in wealth and prosperity on their wedding day? Well, now you can, by reviving a little known...

Bouquet Tossing Traditional Tales

We all know the bouquet toss brings with it the satisfaction of throwing a wedding day fastpass into a pile of your dearest marriage-thirsty friends, but where did this tradition...

Ethnic Intermarriage

by Jill Ramhormozi America is a delicate tapestry of interwoven racial, ethnic and cultural groups. Each group comes complete with a complex set of beliefs and values, and may share...

From Burlesque to Bridesmaid Gifts: History of the Hanky

Handkerchiefs are often the obligatory "something old" memento included in the bride's wedding ensemble, stashed into the bouquet along with the "new" hair ribbons and "something blue" brooch. However, in...

Origin of Wedding Favors

Wedding favors are a symbol from the bride and groom to thank their guests for participating in the wedding and reception. To busy (and broke) brides, this tradition seems like...

Rain on your Wedding Day: Six Silly Superstitions

If it pours on your wedding day and your chic coiffe turns into a frizzy French twist, consider it good luck. When you're drenched in your white wedding gown, it's...

Ring True to Style

By Michael O'Connor, Jewelry and Style Expert The current economic climate is not preventing couples from planning their dream wedding, but it is inspiring them to be smarter with every...

Sentiments Behind Something Blue

A pristine white lace handkerchief, etched in innocent cornflower blue, hand embroidered with a scalloped edge. An elegant periwinkle keepsake pin, steeped in decadent chiffon and satin, and shot through...

The Ring of Truth: What Your Engagement Ring Says About You

Round or square? 1 carat or 3? Princess cut or tear shaped? Take a break from bridesmaid gifts shopping and behold the crystal-ball-like clairvoyance of your diamond cut. Whether you...

Wedding Favors Your Guests Will Actually Take With Them

It's a sad fact that many wedding favors simply get left behind on tables. If they're not edible or usable, who wants them? You might end up with tables scattered...

Wedding Gift Giving 101: Avoid a Cultural Faux Pas

No one wants to make a faux pas when giving a gift. It some cultures, it's offensive to give clocks. In others: umbrellas. If you're attending a wedding or giving...

Wedding Unity Candle Do's and Don'ts

Wedding unity candles aren't part of every wedding ceremony. They can be a part of a religious ceremony or not religious at all. But they do symbolize something very important:...

Your Name is Old, Time to Pick a New One

One of the most important decisions after you get married is figuring what you want people to call you. You've had your name for quite a while. No matter how...

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