Our collection of wedding ceremony ideas inspires you to create a ceremony that's rich with symbolism and tradition.
Looking for a little "something different" to incorporate into your wedding ceremony?. The sand ceremony might be just the thing. It's a practical choice for outdoor weddings but couples in all sorts of venues are choosing it for its message of unity. Of course, it also makes for a beautiful presentation. Speaking of presentation, here are…
A Sand Ceremony is a nice alternative to the… read more
Ever wonder how the saying "Tie the Knot" originated? It was derived from the ancient Celtic tradition of handfasting in which a couple's wrists were loosely tied together during their wedding ceremony to symbolize their commitment to each other. Whether you're Irish or not, you may want to include Handfasting Ribbons in your ceremony as a…
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The meaning of a wedding vase ceremony is similar to that of a unity candle or a cup. During your ceremony each of you drink from the vessel as a symbol of two individuals whose lives are becoming one. Wedding vases are traditionally used by Native Americans in the Southwest but are increasingly being used by couples drawn to the Native…
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If you've lost a parent beloved grandparent, or friend, a brief memorial of them at your wedding is a fitting way to acknowledge their presence with you spiritually, and in your hearts. In the ceremony you can honor one or two specific people, or you can ask your officiant to structure part of the ceremony to include a general acknowledgment…
Most often associated with Hispanic and Filipino cultures, the wedding lasso is used during the ceremony to symbolize unity and the love that will bind the couple together for life. Traditionally the lasso is a large loop of ceremonial rosary beads, but it can also be made of satin cording or flowers. After the couple has said their vows a…
A ketubah (plural is ketubot) is in its simplest form, a Jewish marriage contract. But the ketubah is also meant to be a work of art and a family heirloom, because in the Jewish tradition ritual items are always supposed to made as beautiful as possible. Many couple who are not Jewish also have embraced the idea and are incorporating their own…
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Sharing wine from a Unity or Kiddush Cup during your ceremony symbolizes unity, companionship and the sharing of one life. In the Jewish tradition the couple drinks from a Kiddush cup, while the unity cup is an appropriate celebration for couples of any denomination. The cup can be as simple as a piece of inexpensive stemware, or as…