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Planning a wedding with a theme? They can be fun and a lot more work than a normal wedding, depending on what your theme is. Themed weddings can be more memorable for some, however, because they are not the norm and this can lead to a nicer wedding for the guests. These days almost anything can be a theme for a wedding. From parks that have wedding packages available to have your wedding at a Renaissance Fair to having a Halloween theme were even the bride wears black, nothing is off limits these days.

Some themes are easier than others to set the mood for the bridal party and the guests. A Halloween or Christmas theme is a matter of purchasing the items needed during the holiday previous to your wedding and then deocrating your ceremony and reception site for the wedding. These major holidays are also easier because there are places that sell decorations for these kind of themes all year.

However a fantasy or wild west theme can be more difficult because many things are not readily available in stores to create the theme you desire. You need to be creative and make several items for a wedding with “special” themese suck as theses.

The Internet is a good place to help, however. With so many online stores and auction sites, almost anything can be found. Some times its a matter of time or price. I have found some items are cheaper online than you can get in a store, such as fabric for your dress or favors for the guests.

Joining a message board that specializes in your theme is a good idea too. You can bounch ideas off of other women who are either in the process of planning their own wedding, or have done the same theme and want to pass along words of wisdom. These people can tell you what works, what doesn’t, and even point you in the direction on where to find those really hard to get items you want or need.

A themed wedding however can leave a lasting impression on some guests. If it truly unique for them, it will be talked about years later. My own renaissnace themed wedding was still talked about three years after the ceremony because it was something my bosses at work had never experienced and they thought it was wonderful to plan the entire thing for the guests.

Just remember if you are having a special wedding, to include the guests if you can. They will feel like they were a part of your wedding and not just attending it.

Submitted by: Diane

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Getting married this summer? If a walk down the aisle is in your immediate future you no doubt have a lot of decisions to make. I know that in grand scheme of things booking the right venue for the reception and landing a good caterer is more important than your hair, but as a former hairstylist I’ve seen many a bride leave the decision of their wedding hairstyle to the last minute and regret it. Here are some tips to ensure that your hair looks picture perfect on your big day.Go on a Wedding Hairstyle Hunt

One of the most special moments of your wedding will be your first dance as husband and wife. However the days of the traditional dance are over. Today’s brides and grooms are putting a personal and offbeat spin on things. Check out this couple’s first dance and see what I mean!

So you are getting married…Congratulations! Planning a wedding is one of the most overwhelming, stressful, fun and memorable experiences of your life. Not only are you finally planning everything you have been dreaming about for your wedding since you were a little girl but you are marrying someone you love more than anyone in your life. How exciting! When I was planning my wedding, I knew I wanted it to be a little different from others I had attended. Honestly, I couldn’t really remember anything remarkable about the other weddings because they were just another wedding. The one thing I knew I wanted to do for mine is give out unique wedding favors so people would talk and remember my wedding for many years to come.Wedding favors are great ways to show your guests you appreciate their attendance on your very special day. They also give your guests a little gift to take home; everyone loves getting gifts! Here are some unique wedding favor ideas for you to consider when planning your wedding details.

Have you ever wondered what some of the American wedding traditions mean, and where they come from? I am willing to bet that you have been curious about it at one point, or will be at one point: your wedding. In celebration of my upcoming fifth wedding anniversary, I decided that I wanted to look at some of our wedding traditions to see what I missed when I planned it the first time around.

The Wedding Ring: Okay, so this one is perhaps the most obvious of the list, but as it is the most important part of the wedding (because it’s the only thing besides the spouse, and the memories that you walk away from the ceremony with) it is certainly worth mention. The circular shape of the ring represents the never-ending bond between the couple. It is worn on the fourth finger of the left hand, as there is a direct connection to the heart, making it the perfect place for symbolic purposes. The material that the ring is made of has changed over the course of the years, but gold is the primary choice because of its durability and beauty, further symbolizing the bond of love. There is still debate on the order the bride should wear the rings. Some believe the engagement ring should remain behind the band, as you were engaged first. Other say, however, you should place the band behind the engagement ring, so that the wedding band is closest to the heart. At this point, it’s a matter of personal preference and belief.

Unity Candle: This one is obvious too, but I wanted to mention it because of the heavy symbolism, and the fact that it is not part of all ceremonies. Two candles, one held by the bride and one by thwe groom, which symbolize themselves and their families, join together to light one candle, to symbolize the unity of the heart, soul, and families of the couple.

Giving away the Bride: In early history, women were regarded as property of their fathers, to be given to the husband, and this practice was seen as the official transfer of ownership. Now, this tradition is symbolic of blessing and support of the union. Giving the bride away today shows that trust and affection to the Groom.
 

Bride stands on Groom’s left side: This tradition stems from early Anglo-Saxon days, when standing on the left side of a mate left the sword arm free so that the man could protect and defend his love. What it symbolizes now, is nothing more than freedom to give that same protection and defense.

Taking the right hand: The right hand is symbolic of strength, purpose, and resource. When the couple takes each other’s hand, it symbolizes that they can now depend on each other for strength and what they bring to the marriage. The joining of the hands is symbolic of the two lives joining together as one, like the lighting of the unity candle.

The Kiss: Even though every ceremony has this, I never really thought about the symbolic value and reason behind it until recently. It is much more than I had given it credit for before, and makes me wish that I had made more of mine when I had the chance! The kiss used to represent the legal bond that sealed the marriage contract. Today, however, it represents more than just affection. It is now symbolic of the transfer of a piece of your heart and spirit to your spouse’s soul, where it will stay forever.

 If you are married, congratulations. Think about which traditions were present in your wedding ceremony, and why you included them. If you see something here that you didn’t include in your ceremony, think about whether you would add it to a renewal ceremony. If you are still waiting to tie the knot, I hope that this has given you some ideas about what you want to include in your ceremony and why. Best of luck to you in your marital bliss! Submitted by: Cindy

It’s starting to happen. So many things are beginning to take shape as your Wedding Day gets closer. Each piece of the puzzle is coming together for the one big day of your life. As the suspense keeps building, your mind keeps rehearsing your Wedding Day over and over. Does this sound like you? If you’re not careful, it’s going to happen. You’re heading for the Wedding Day Blues.Making that big decision to get married is, in itself, a major stepping stone in everyone’s life. Once the decision is made, the planning begins. Whether you are planning for a large or small Wedding, be aware that, most times, inevitably something will go wrong. You are not alone since this has happens to just about everyone. The trick is not to let the anxiety and the fear of the unknown ruin your big day. Here are a few ideas on how to avoid the Wedding Day Blues.First of all, make sure that you are eating and sleeping before the day arrives. You body needs this just to make it through the excitement of the big day.