Posted on March 31, 2009 by Special Moments
Susan and Chris were married on March 29th, 2009 on St. Petersburg Beach at the Grand Plaza Resort. Susan and Chris had chosen a shade of green and orange for their tropical beach wedding and reception. For the beach ceremony they chose to have clusters of seashells and tulle for decor on the chairs down the [...]
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Posted on March 29, 2009 by Special Moments
On Thursday , March 26th, 2009…. Nova 535 was the location for the Association of Bridal Consultants Central Florida West Local Networking meeting. We decided it would be fun to do a Vegas themed meeting complete with BlackJack tables… We were also able to showcase a new caterer in town. Ken Jurgenson from Chives Catering. [...]
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Posted on March 27, 2009 by Special Moments
A Japanese wedding ceremony is an elaborate ritual interwoven with Japanese culture & tradition. It is usually small & private. In Japan, the Shinto ceremony is the standard. Some Japanese-American couples choose to combine East and West. Christian, Buddhist, or Shinto style are all wonderful options.
Sake Ceremony
Known as one of the oldest traditional Japanese [...]
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Posted on March 26, 2009 by Special Moments
5 Tips for a Successful Sand Ceremony
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 [...]
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Posted on March 25, 2009 by Special Moments
Many Hindu Americans desire a wedding which reflects their native heritage. You must understand where relatives and ancestors may have originated from to plan the wedding reflecting your heritage.
We have included many traditions from India and the Hindu religion. Please feel free to contact us with your comments, and any other traditions which you would [...]
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Posted on March 24, 2009 by Special Moments
We were internet surfing last evening looking for a few photos for a inspiration board we are designing for a client coming up and ran across this great website for the Groom.
www.themanregistry.com
What is The Man Registry?TheManRegistry.com is an online resource for grooms and is the internet leader in grooms wedding tips and wedding advice [...]
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Posted on March 23, 2009 by Special Moments
Chinese weddings are very symbolic. Every step of the Chinese wedding ceremony is peppered with items and gestures to symbolise the bringing of good luck to the couple. Although some traditions have been forgotten in today’s modern times of convenience, one particular Chinese wedding tradition that has carried through the times is the giving of [...]
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Posted on March 22, 2009 by Special Moments
WEDDING RINGS
Of all the many things you plan for your wedding ceremony, the most enduring remembrances are your wedding rings. While your wedding flowers and wedding cake will one day be just happy memories, your wedding rings are meant to be with you thru out your marriage. Because wedding rings are exchanged as you and [...]
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Posted on March 20, 2009 by Special Moments
YOUR WEDDING SONGS
Wedding music sets the tone and creates the mood of your wedding ceremony and reception – let the wedding songs you choose reflect your style and personality. There are many special musical moments to consider, from the bride’s walk down the aisle to the couple’s first dance at the reception. Although you may [...]
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Posted on March 19, 2009 by Special Moments
We had a conversation yesterday with a bride getting married in October 2010. She knows that she has a lot of time to plan but she was nervous that she would miss something on the bridal to-do list.
Wedding planning timelines are a guide. You don’t have to follow them to a T – it’s just a [...]
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