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discount-mens-wedding-bands challenged and removed. (December 2007)For other uses, see Wedding (disambiguation). Preparing for the photographs, at a wedding at Thornbury Castle, EnglandA wedding
discount-wedding-dresses is a ceremony that celebrates the beginning of a marriage or civil union. Wedding traditions and customs vary greatly between cultures, ethnic groups, religions, countries, and social classes. In some countries, cultures and religions, the actual act of marriage begins
engagement-wedding-rings during the wedding ceremony. In others, the legal act of marriage occurs at the time of signing a marriage license or other legal document, and the wedding is then an opportunity to perform a traditional ceremony and celebrate with
estate-wedding-rings friends and family. A woman being married is called a bride, a man called a bridegroom, after the ceremony they become a wife and a
fall-wedding-invitations husband.Nuptial is the adjective of "wedding". It is used for example in zoology to denote plumage, coloration, behavior, etc related to or occurring in the mating season.Contents1 Overview2 Wedding types and kinds2.1 Arranged wedding2.2 Beach wedding2.3 Double wedding2.4
flower-wedding-cakes Destination wedding2.5 Weekend wedding2.6 White Wedding2.7 Military wedding2.8 Civil wedding2.9 Same-gender wedding2.10 Church
medieval-wedding-dresses wedding2.11 Jewish wedding3 Common elements in wedding customs across cultures3.1 Wedding clothing3.2 Music3.2.1 Western weddings3.2.2 Chinese weddings3.2.3 Jewish weddings4 Asian customs4.1 Arabic customs4.2 Bengali customs4.3 Chinese
heart-shaped-wedding-cakes customs4.3.1 Cantonese customs4.4 Indian customs4.4.1 Rajput customs4.5 Japanese customs4.6 Malay customs4.7 Pakistani customs4.8 Russian customs5 European
his-and-hers-wedding-bands customs5.1 French customs5.2 Italian customs5.3 Polish customs5.4 Romanian customs5.5 Scottish customs5.6 Handfasting6 North American customs6.1
men-wedding-bands United
kona-hawaii-wedding-cakes States customs6.1.1 Wedding gifts6.1.2 African-American customs7 African customs7.1 Wedding traditions7.2 Ankole wedding traditions7.3 Pygmy wedding traditions8 Religious aspects of marriage8.1 Detailed viewpoints of various religions8.2 Religious customs8.2.1 Hindu customs8.2.2 Jewish customs8.2.3 Quaker customs8.2.4 LDS customs9 Gallery10 See also10.1 Wedding traditions10.2 Ceremony aspects10.3 Related travel10.4 Religious aspects10.5 Related events and social processes11 References12 External links[edit] OverviewMost
miniature-wedding-cakes weddings contain wedding vows and a proclamation of marriage, usually by the officiant. Most weddings also involve wearing traditional clothes. A wedding is often followed or accompanied by a wedding reception.Other elements may include music, poetry, prayer or scripture. Some elements of the traditional Western wedding ceremony symbolize the bride's departure from her father's control and entry into a new family with her husband. In modern Western weddings, this symbolism is largely vestigial.A wedding carriage in Bristol, EnglandThe common element in a wedding is the assumption of husband and wife roles as well as the roles of the future parents. The wedding is a special moment that marks the beginning of a new generation, a new family and a life together. This moment is recognized with traditions, ceremonies and rituals including engagement and wedding ceremonies.When it comes to planning a wedding people honor traditions, even if they do not fully understand their origin or meaning. Not following certain rituals might mean bad luck for the newlyweds and no one will take that
pictures-of-wedding-cakes risk. Every culture cherishes its own wedding traditions and superstitions. Some of those are closely followed even by those who are normally not superstitious.The figure of a bride in white is an important element of the ritual of marriage. However, new designs of gown are available so
pink-wedding-cakes brides today may find themselves attracted to designs that do not look traditional. The symbolism behind the wedding dress,
pink-wedding-invitations however, has not changed.[edit] Wedding types and kinds[edit] Arranged weddingAn arranged wedding is a wedding where the brides parents select the groom.[edit] Beach weddingA beach wedding is a ceremony conducted on a beach, usually at sunset or sunrise.
princess-cut-wedding-rings Double weddingA double wedding is a single ceremony where two affianced couples rendezvous for two separate weddings. Typically, a fiancé with a sibling might plan a double wedding with that sibling.[edit] Destination weddingA destination wedding is any wedding in which the engaged couple and/or a
renaissance-wedding-dresses majority of their guests travel to attend the ceremony. This could be a beach ceremony in the Caribbean, in Las Vegas or a simple ceremony in someone's back yard.[edit] Weekend weddingA weekend wedding is a wedding in which couples and their guests celebrate over the course of a weekend. Special activities, such as spa treatments and golf tournaments, may be scheduled into the wedding itinerary throughout
russian-wedding-rings the weekend. Lodging usually is at the same facility as the wedding and couples often host a Sunday brunch for the weekend's finale.[edit] White WeddingMain article: white weddingA white
sample-renewal-wedding-vows wedding is a term for a traditional formal or semi-formal Western wedding. This term refers to the color of the wedding dress, which became popular in the Victorian era and came to symbolize purity of heart and the innocence of childhood. Later attribution
summer-wedding-dresses suggested that the color white symbolized virginity.[edit] Military weddingA military wedding is a ceremony conducted in a military chapel
wedding-band-rings and may involve a Saber Arch. In most military weddings the groom will wear a military dress uniform in lieu of a tuxedo, although most military formal wear is rather similar to tuxedos. Some retired military personnel who marry after their service has ended sometimes
wedding-cakes-toppers opt for a military wedding.[edit] Civil weddingA civil wedding is a ceremony presided over by a local civil authority, such as an elected or appointed judge, justice of the peace or the mayor of a locality. Civil wedding ceremonies may use references to God, but generally
wedding-cakes-with-roses no references to a particular religion or denomination. They can be either elaborate or simple. Many civil wedding ceremonies take place in local town or city halls or courthouses in judge's .[edit] Same-gender weddingA same-sex wedding or same-gender wedding is a ceremony in which two people of the same gender are married or, more commonly, civilly united. This may be an official
wedding-centerpiece and legally recognized event, or, in places that do not allow same-sex marriage, it may simply be a symbolic ceremony designed to provide the opportunity to make the same public declarations and celebration with friends and family that any other type of wedding may afford.[edit] Church weddingA church wedding is a ceremony presided over by a Christian priest or pastor. Ceremonies are based on reference to God, are frequently embodied into other church ceremonies such as Holy Mass.[edit] Jewish weddingA Jewish wedding is a ceremony
wedding-dresses- presided over by a rabbi. The rabbi recites the wedding blessing, reads out the ketubah, the rabbi, or those close to the couple, bless the couple by saying the seven blessings and the ceremony finishes when the groom breaks a glass underfoot.[edit] Common elements
wedding-gown in wedding customs across culturesA number of cultures utilise the western custom of a bride wearing a white dress. This tradition came to symbolize purity in the Victorian era (despite popular misconception, the white dress did not indicate virginity, which was symbolized by the face veil). Within the ‘white weddingâ tradition, a white dress and veil would not have been considered
wedding-invitation-wording appropriate for a second or third wedding of a widow or a divorcee.The custom of exchanging rings may be the oldest and most universal symbol of
wedding-shoes marriage, but the origins are unclear. The ring’s circular shape represents perfection and never-ending love. The ring gains even greater symbolism with the inclusion of a precious stone.The rings are exchanged during the wedding ceremony and symbolize the love, faithfulness and commitment of the marriage union.The wedding is often followed by a reception during which the rituals include toasting the bride and
wedding-tabel-settings groom, the newlyweds' first dance as husband and wife, cake cutting, etc.[edit] Wedding clothingQipao or Hanfu, Chinese traditional formal
wedding-toasts wearBatik and Kebaya, a garment worn by the Javanese people of Indonesia.Barong Tagalog, an embroidered formal garment of the PhilippinesKimono, the traditional garments of JapanSari, Indian popular and traditional dress in IndiaAo dai, traditional garments of VietnamMorning dress, men's
wedding-updos formal dressKilt, male garment particular to Scottish culture[1][2][3]Kittel, a white robe worn by the groom at a
white-gold-mens-wedding-bands Orthodox Jewish wedding. The kittel is worn only under the Chupah, and is removed before the reception.Topor, a type of conical headgearTuxedoBlack tie,
white-gold-wedding-bands indicating dinner jacket in the UKWhite tie, indicating evening dress in the UKSherwani, a long coat-like garment worn in South AsiaWedding veilWedding dress[edit] Music[edit] Western weddingsMusic often played at western weddings includes a processional song for walking down the aisle (ex: Wedding March) and reception dance music.Music
