It was traditional for the groom to make a wedding reception speech on behalf of the bride and himself. He would open the speech by saying ‘My wife and I’, which usually got a small laugh. Nowadays it is not uncommon for the bride to make a separate speech. A lot depends on personal preference.

If the single speech option is chosen, then the groom should use his speech to thank all those involved in the wedding and the reception. He should do this on behalf of himself...

We love to capture our own images. It is not a sign of vanity but we just love to document exciting events in our lives that are worth remembering. More than often, we use cameras to have photos of our trips or even on special occasions. However, cameras nowadays are no longer built exclusively for capturing still images. We now have video cameras that functions to record every movement that is made. With the feature of 30 frames per minute, definitely you will be able to enjoy...

When planning a wedding you may come to find that the gifts you give your guests can be relatively expensive.  Affordable wedding favors are available and can help you stay within the budget you have set but you need to know where to look!

Even though something is acquired for a reasonable price, that does not mean it is of a poor quality.  There are an abundance of " " wedding favors that are...

A great deal has been written and said in recent years about the shift away from traditional arranged marriage, particularly here in the UK. Yet the debate rages on -should Asians hold fast to the old ways, or embrace a new and different approach?
The new generation of Asians today have not only adapted to the lifestyles of their new adopted country and its culture but have also maintained the Asian cultures and traditions, and this is clearly evident in the marriages that takes...

If you want to provide your guests with a lasting memento of your wedding day then the gift of a wedding favor is the best way to thank your guests for joining you. And these days’ creative couples are dreaming up some wonderful ideas.

Traditionally small packets of rice were the wedding favor of choice, which was thrown at the bride & groom when they left the reception. However, concerns were raised as to the effect all this rice was having on our feathered friends...

Why is Wedding Entertainment Important?

A wedding or civil partnership is one of the most special days in two people's lives and a day of celebration shared with family and friends.

The wedding entertainment you choose helps to create and maintain the air of celebration, turning the day into a really memorable event. And no entertainment can beat magic for interest, mystery, comedy and interaction. A magician at a wedding or civil partnership has many practical...

There is a lot of stationery involved when planning a wedding. This is due to the numerous events that surround the wedding itself and each event has it’s own set of stationery. One of the most important pieces of stationery is a thank you card, and there are lots of them. Bridal shower thank you cards , wedding shower thank you cards , marriage announcement thank you cards, Bachelorette party thank you cards, rehearsal dinner thank you cards, elopement announcement thank you...

All too often newly married couples heave a sigh of relief when the reception is over. The feeling of being on display and the pressure of keeping to a rigid schedule of photographs, toasts, menu courses and speeches can be a stressful and unpleasant experience.

This generation of newlyweds is much less concerned with the “show”. They want to be able to mingle with family and friends, spend time with each other and above all, enjoy their party. As a result, many...

There are no set rules on who has the honor of escorting a bride down the aisle. Traditionally the father walks the bride down the aisle, but with modern non-traditional families this is not always an option.

Here are some ideas for non-traditional family situations.

Deceased Father or Absentee Father

You can walk down the aisle by yourself. Or you can ask your mother, stepfather, brother or a close relative/friend to escort you.

Whoever escorts you down the...

Women spend endless hours looking for the perfect dress but they often forget about the wedding undergarments that they should buy to make the dress look even better. There are a number of different options that you have for what you will wear underneath your dress on the day of your wedding. Women often think that this is not important but if you choose the incorrect undergarment it can make your day very long and uncomfortable.Not having the proper undergarments can make a bride feel...