In South Africa, the parents of both bride and groom traditionally carried fire from their hearths to light a new fire in the newlyweds’ hearth. Legend says single women will dream of their future husbands if they sleep with a slice of groom’s cake under their pillows. 1. Which of the...
Dominican Wedding Traditions The church is typically not segregated into bride or groom sections in Dominican wedding customs, allowing visitors to sit wherever they choose. The bride’s mother typically enters the church first, followed by the groom. The father of the groom then makes his entrance...
African and African-American wedding traditions are often a mix of customs borrowed from Africa, from tying the knot to jumping the broom. Whether you know your heritage or just want to get in touch with your pan-African roots, you and your partner might consider weaving these traditions into...
Read Up on Common Indian Wedding Traditions 12of 23 Chinese Wedding Dress Jenny McCann Photography Both the bride and groom wore traditionalqun kwaoutfits for their Chinese tea ceremony. Their two-piece outfits featured dragons and phoenixes—symbols of a harmonious marriage. ...
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There are a myriad of reasons thatmicro weddingstrending these days and so it’s no surprise if you’ve decided to go mini. But seriously scaling back your guest list doesn’t mean you have to buck time-honored traditions. In fact, it's the opposite! While you're trying to stay within...
It is one of the most popular wedding traditions today. When the bride arrives with her father at the reception site, she will cut a slice of cake, usually in front of everyone. Afterward, the guests can choose which piece they want as their own. The Father-of-the-Bride Dance Save ...
A Bat Mitzvah is a once-in-a-lifetime celebration that marks a young girl’s transition into adulthood in the Jewish tradition. It’s a milestone steeped in meaning, blending religious traditions with a vibrant party to honor this important occasion. While the ceremonial aspect carries deep sig...
In addition towedding vowsto seal the marriage contract, wedding traditions and rituals are a beautiful and meaningful element that many couples choose to include in their nuptials. For many Black and African-American couples, the libation ceremony is one such ritual that they choose to weave int...
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