*Engagement Ring
The Engagement Ring as we know it has been around since the 1400s and was first found in Medieval Italy. It was believed that giving of the ring was a commitment on the man’s part to purchase the woman as his bride.
*Wedding Cake
At one time it was traditional for a ring to be baked and hidden in the cake. Whoever got the piece of cake with the ring in it, could look forward to a whole year of happiness.
*The Bouquet
When Brides first started carrying flowers, they were a combination of fragrant herbs whose strong aromas were believed to keep the evil spirits away.
*First Dance
The first dance of the Bride and Groom was to represent the start of their new life together.
Friday, October 29, 2010
Thursday, October 28, 2010
Something To Think About ...
I just read an article that said 4,153,237 people got married last year. I don't want to start any trouble or anything, but shouldn't that be an Even number? ...
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
Wedding FUN Facts
Here are a few fun wedding facts... I will be posting a few each day in between photos of weddings and engagement sessions..... and other misc things.... ENJOY
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*Kiss
The first kiss a bride and groom share at the close of the ceremony has carried special significance through the centuries. Many cultures believed the couple exchanged spirits and souls with their breath.
*Dress
Traditionally, brides did not wear white wedding gowns. Through the 18th century, most brides just wore their Sunday best to their wedding. Red was a favorite during the Middle Ages in Europe. Other colors were worn for symbolic reasons: blue meant constancy and green meant youth. As years passed, white was worn as a symbol of purity. Today, white merely symbolizes the wedding and is worn by any bride, even in second marriages.
*Throwing of Rice
One of the oldest wedding traditions, the custom of throwing rice, originated with the ancient Hindus and Chinese. In these cultures, rice is the symbol of fruitfulness and prosperity. Tossing it after the ceremony was believed to bestow fertility upon the bride and groom. Today, rice tossing is being replaced by the more “green” friendly birdseed, rose pedals, sparklers or bubbles.
*Veil
Mystique and romance has surrounded the veil for more than one thousand years. Originally, the veil is thought to have been used to hide the bride from evil spirits and abductors. But a more romantic interpretation evolved later which believed that the bride's face beneath a veil symbolized youth, modesty, and virginity.
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*Kiss
The first kiss a bride and groom share at the close of the ceremony has carried special significance through the centuries. Many cultures believed the couple exchanged spirits and souls with their breath.
*Dress
Traditionally, brides did not wear white wedding gowns. Through the 18th century, most brides just wore their Sunday best to their wedding. Red was a favorite during the Middle Ages in Europe. Other colors were worn for symbolic reasons: blue meant constancy and green meant youth. As years passed, white was worn as a symbol of purity. Today, white merely symbolizes the wedding and is worn by any bride, even in second marriages.
*Throwing of Rice
One of the oldest wedding traditions, the custom of throwing rice, originated with the ancient Hindus and Chinese. In these cultures, rice is the symbol of fruitfulness and prosperity. Tossing it after the ceremony was believed to bestow fertility upon the bride and groom. Today, rice tossing is being replaced by the more “green” friendly birdseed, rose pedals, sparklers or bubbles.
*Veil
Mystique and romance has surrounded the veil for more than one thousand years. Originally, the veil is thought to have been used to hide the bride from evil spirits and abductors. But a more romantic interpretation evolved later which believed that the bride's face beneath a veil symbolized youth, modesty, and virginity.
Sweet Treats
Try something different for your wedding day.
By: Marie Hernandez
When it comes to wedding desserts, Oregon is getting creative. The traditional tiered wedding cake is tried and true, but we all know that wedding desserts–just like weddings themselves–aren't one-size-fits-all. The unique and delicious wedding cake alternatives (or, if you're anything like us, additions!) that we've been seeing lately:
DOUGHNUTS
Sugary and plump, flaky and delicious, your favorite morning treat has come to weddings. But if you're picturing rows of plain glazed and chocolate varieties on your catering table, don't fret -- these doughnuts are high-style, amped up versions of the original. Take, for example, Red Star Tavern's gourmet Red Velvet Doughnut dessert, available for weddings catered at the restaurant or Hotel Monaco. The plate consists of red velvet doughnuts beautifully adorned with ice cream and chocolate sauce -- and a little birdie told us their working on a wedding "cake" version! (Of course,Voodoo Doughnut -- as famous for its kooky doughnuts as for its wedding services -- does special event doughnuts, as well.)
FONDUE
Fondue is a fun and delicious way to get your guests talking. Pearl Catering offers dessert fondue from Urban Fondue for weddings. You choose from chocolate, caramel cognac, and Marionberry cheesecake fondue -- the perfect accompaniment to fresh fruit, pound cake, and dried apricot provisions.
MINI TREATS
Miniature versions of everyone's favorite desserts are quickly becoming a presence on reception tables.Whether you are looking for elegant miniature cakes, tarts, or cupcakes, Papa Hayden has miniature desserts down. And what could be more satisfying than having a cake to yourself?
SUNDAE BAR
Your ice cream sundae bar is sure to draw a line. Have your guests choose their favorite flavors and toppings (nuts, sprinkles, chocolate, banana, whipped cream...the possibilities are endless!). You can DIY, or you can leave it to the experts at Ben & Jerry's.
You may also want to consider espresso catering post-dessert. Not only does espresso catering feel indulgent and luxurious (not to mention, unique), it will give your guests the boost they need to dance the night away!
With a little bit of creativity, you can transform the already wonderful wedding dessert into something extraordinary.
How about a vintage photograph of your parents, grandparents or even great-grandparents as a cake topper? Portland's Miss Zumstein came up with this genius way to pay homage to your ancestors, all on top of stacked 10'' and 7'' tiers of baby blue fondant.
Kiss of France
When gifting baked goods, presentation is KEY…. Simple Cuppies become gâteau au chocolat with Satin and Grosgrain Ribbon ($5).
Get creative and enjoy your day.....
By: Marie Hernandez
When it comes to wedding desserts, Oregon is getting creative. The traditional tiered wedding cake is tried and true, but we all know that wedding desserts–just like weddings themselves–aren't one-size-fits-all. The unique and delicious wedding cake alternatives (or, if you're anything like us, additions!) that we've been seeing lately:
DOUGHNUTS
Sugary and plump, flaky and delicious, your favorite morning treat has come to weddings. But if you're picturing rows of plain glazed and chocolate varieties on your catering table, don't fret -- these doughnuts are high-style, amped up versions of the original. Take, for example, Red Star Tavern's gourmet Red Velvet Doughnut dessert, available for weddings catered at the restaurant or Hotel Monaco. The plate consists of red velvet doughnuts beautifully adorned with ice cream and chocolate sauce -- and a little birdie told us their working on a wedding "cake" version! (Of course,Voodoo Doughnut -- as famous for its kooky doughnuts as for its wedding services -- does special event doughnuts, as well.)
FONDUE
Fondue is a fun and delicious way to get your guests talking. Pearl Catering offers dessert fondue from Urban Fondue for weddings. You choose from chocolate, caramel cognac, and Marionberry cheesecake fondue -- the perfect accompaniment to fresh fruit, pound cake, and dried apricot provisions.
MINI TREATS
SUNDAE BAR
Your ice cream sundae bar is sure to draw a line. Have your guests choose their favorite flavors and toppings (nuts, sprinkles, chocolate, banana, whipped cream...the possibilities are endless!). You can DIY, or you can leave it to the experts at Ben & Jerry's.
You may also want to consider espresso catering post-dessert. Not only does espresso catering feel indulgent and luxurious (not to mention, unique), it will give your guests the boost they need to dance the night away!
With a little bit of creativity, you can transform the already wonderful wedding dessert into something extraordinary.
Kiss of France
When gifting baked goods, presentation is KEY…. Simple Cuppies become gâteau au chocolat with Satin and Grosgrain Ribbon ($5).
Get creative and enjoy your day.....
Sunday, October 24, 2010
Hi there....
Ok, giving this another go.... I would love for you to follow me... I'll be posting Fun Wedding Facts... Hints, Tips and Info on how to have a great wedding, helping you to be as Stress Free as possible... LOTS of images of weddings, engagements, details ....
Let's start off with a few "fun" wedding pictures.... these 2 adorable kids were so cute... the wedding was at White Spires Church in Albany and the little Ring bear just wanted to kiss and kiss ... and the little Flower Girl wanted to "take pictures"... the "camera" she is using is my TRIPOD... but of course she had a wonderful imagination and just laughed and giggled as if she really was taking photos of the Ring Bear... I could have watched them all day... so darn cute....
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