- The Ring Exchange Ritual
Another ritual that appears in almost every kind of ceremony, the ring exchange finds the couple exchanging rings and pledging their commitment to one another. The exchange of rings is a tangible symbol of the couple’s eternal love and commitment. The rings are often passed down through generations, adding a touch of sentimental value. The accompanying words may follow a format, or be written from scratch by the couple or celebrant. This ritual dates back to ancient Egypt, with the ring serving as a symbol of the couple’s eternal love. - The Vow Exchange Ritual
This is the heart of the wedding ceremony, where the couple expresses their love, commitment, and promises to each other. The vows can be traditional or personalized, written by the couple themselves. Whether religious, secular or civil, most wedding ceremonies include an exchange of vows. These might follow a certain format, or you might pen them yourselves from scratch! Either way, it’s an opportunity to declare your love for each other, in front of family, friends and/or witnesses. We’ve got a handy guide to writing your own vows here. - The Candle-Lighting Ritual
This popular ritual is often included in Christian, Catholic and other religious wedding ceremonies, so it might be a good one include if you’re having a secular ceremony, but would like to add a familiar element for religious family members, which can often make them feel more included. The ritual finds the couple (or sometimes their parents) lighting a common candle (sometimes called a Unity candle) from two individual candles, symbolizing their union. - The Sand-Pouring Ritual
A variation on the candle-lighting ritual mentioned above, the sand-pouring ritual finds the couple pouring sand from two individual containers into a single vase or vessel to symbolize their union. Some couples take the sand from beaches near where they grew up or beaches that are particularly special to them, while others use colorful sand to create a decorative item they can then display in their home. Some couples ask members of their family to get involved by adding more containers of sand, symbolizing the joining of two families. This is a great option for couples who have children, too! See more on doing a sand-pouring ritual here! - The Hand- Fasting Ritual or “Tying the Knot”
An ancient Celtic tradition dating back over 2000 years, the hand-fasting ritual finds the couple standing face to face, as a celebrant or family member binds their hands with a special cord or ribbon, as a symbol of their commitment. As well as having an Irish connection, it’s also the ritual that birthed the phrase “tying the knot.” We’ve written an entire feature on hand-fasting rituals and how to do them, which you’ll find here. - The Salt-Pouring Ritual
Similar to the sand-pouring ritual above, the salt-pouring ritual involves the couple pouring salt from two individual containers into a single vessel to symbolize their union. They can then use the shared salt to cook at home, making it a great option for food-loving couples. Some couples source salt that’s produced near where they grew up, which we think is a lovely touch. - The Ring-Warming Ritual
Another option with an Irish connection, the ring-warming ritual is an old Irish wedding tradition that creates a great unifying moment. Before the rings are exchanged, they’re passed around the congregation to be “warmed up” by the guests. Each guest holds the rings in their hands for a moment and sets an intention or wish for the couple. Religious guests can be encouraged to say a silent prayer, making this another good option for merging religious and secular customs. In some ceremonies, the rings are only “warmed up” by certain guests, family members or the wedding party, for example. We’ve also heard of couples taking the rings to guests who can’t make the wedding – for example, elderly grandparents – to be “warmed up” in the days and weeks before the wedding, which we think is such a sweet idea! We’ve got a full feature on ring-warming rituals, which you’ll find here. - The Rope-Warming Ritual
Similar to the ring-warming ritual (no. 7) and hand-fasting ritual (no.5), the pass-the-rope ritual sees a length of rope being passed around, with each guests taking a quiet moment to set an intention for the couple, send them good wishes or say a silent prayer. The rope can then be used in a hand-fasting ritual, or tied by the couple (“tying the knot”) to symbolize a bond that only becomes stronger with pressure. - The Wine Box Ritual
This time-honored tradition involves burying a bottle of wine at the wedding site and retrieving it on a significant anniversary, such as their 5th or 10th wedding anniversary. The couple then enjoys the wine together, reminiscing about their special day. For this ritual, the couple select a special bottle of wine to put in a box during the ceremony. Working together, they hammer or seal the box closed. The celebrant explains that the bottle of wine will be opened and drank on the couple’s first wedding anniversary, 10th wedding anniversary or another special date. This is a great option for wine lovers and foodie couples! Some couples put love letters in the box too, to be read upon opening the box. We’ve written a full feature all about the wine box ritual, which you’ll find here and a separate feature with tips on what to write in your letter! here! - The Love Letter Ritual
Couples often write each other love letters to express their deepest feelings and promises. These letters are sealed and exchanged during the ceremony or at a private moment later. The letters can be cherished keepsakes, reminding the couple of their love and commitment over the years. Similar to the wine box ritual above, this ritual finds the couple writing love letters to each other, which they then seal in a box during the ceremony. The celebrant explains that the box will be opened and the letters read at a later date, often their first wedding anniversary or 10th wedding anniversary. We love the idea of these time capsule-style rituals, which provide a great excuse to celebrate your marriage long after the wedding day has passed. - The Oathing Stone Ritual
Another Celtic ritual, this one originating in Scotland, the oathing stone ritual finds the couple figuratively setting their love in stone by reciting vows while holding a special oathing stone in their hands. When this ritual first emerged, an oath given near stone was considered to be stronger. Couples can have fun selecting their stone, perhaps taking it from a beach or place that means a lot to them. - The Bread Ritual
Wedding ceremony rituals involving bread are popular in many cultures, often symbolizing the couple’s prosperity – parents or guests offer the couple a special loaf of bread in the hope that they’ll never go hungry. Combined with the salt (no.6) and wine (no.9) rituals above, a bread ritual can also create a food theme at your ceremony. Your celebrant might utter the traditional housewarming blessing, “Bread, that this house may never know hunger. Salt, that life may always have flavor. And wine, that joy and prosperity may reign forever.” - The Tree-Planting Ritual
An ancient ritual with origins in many cultures, the tree-planting ritual is a lovely one to include when getting married at home, or near to home, but some wedding venues will accommodate it, too (providing a good excuse for you to return to the venue with each anniversary!) It finds the couple planting a tree together during their ceremony, the tree representing their relationship, which is about to take root, grow and flourish. There are no hard and fast rules for this one, a rose bush or other type of plant would work just as well. You can also add soil from both of your family homes or home countries, and ask family and friends to get involved, too. See more about how to do a tree planting ritual here! - The Rose Exchange Ritual
Although it might remind reality TV fans of The Bachelor, the rose exchange ritual is a popular one with couples who love old-world romance. There are a few ways to do it – the couple can offer each other a rose as a token of their love and commitment, or chosen friends and family members can offer the couple single roses, speaking aloud their hopes and dreams for the couple’s future. This is another ritual with endless opportunity for customization, a different flower or token gift would work just as well. - The Guard of Honor
This isn’t strictly a ceremony ritual, as it traditionally happens after the ceremony has ended, but, of course, you’re free to include it at the beginning of your ceremony if you wish! It typically involves a group from the couple’s social circle, pals from a sports team, workplace or military unit, holding something aloft to create a canopy for the couple to pass through, and we have a whole post on the origins and how to do it here! We’ve seen everything from hurls to defibrillators to sweeping brushes used in wedding guard of honor’s, so this is another excuse to get creative! - The Loving Cup Ritual
The loving cup ritual dates back to Saxon times, meaning it’s been around for at least 900 years! It involves a ceremonial cup, usually a two-handled silver cup, which the couple both drink from, and sometimes offer to their guests, too. The idea is that a drink shared is sweeter, and your celebrant may recite some words to this effect. Some couples drink a blend of two wines, and sometimes couples are invited to toast to their past, present and future. Wine is the traditional drink, but, as with many of these rituals, you can adapt it to suit you and your partner. Using an heirloom cup or glass as your loving cup is a nice touch, too. We have a full post on its history, meaning and how to do it here. - The Sundial Ritual
Based on a particular style of ancient Irish sundial, the sundial ritual is popular with couples getting married on the ARAN Islands, where you’ll find one of the most famous examples at Team-pall CHIARAIN, which was also used for swearing in contracts. The most common use of the sundial finds couples touching fingers through the dial’s carved hole as they recite vows, and guests passing scarves through the hole three times, as they offer warm wishes for the couple aloud. - The Time Capsule Ritual
Similar to the wine box ritual (no. 9) and love letter ritual (no. 10), the time capsule ritual finds the couple sealing some special items in a box to open at a later date, often a special anniversary. Love letters or a bottle of wine might be accompanied by a newspaper from the day of the wedding, a CD of favorite songs, a wedding invitation or ceremony booklet – the opportunities are endless! Some couples invite guests to contribute to the time capsule too, including meaningful items (which may be kept a surprise from the couple!), or written words of advice. - The Shot Ritual
We’ve seen some couples invite their guests to join them in taking a shot of something alcoholic (or a bottle of beer or a glass of Champagne!) during the ceremony, to toast their new marriage. This ritual isn’t for everyone, but if your celebrant is game, it can be a really cool moment, as the taking of the shot is accompanied by cheers and well-wishes for the couple. - The Puzzle Ritual
This is a great option for couples who love board games and puzzles! It finds the couple assembling a wooden puzzle during the ceremony to symbolize their unity. This can either be a simple logic puzzle, or a special puzzle that’s been custom-made for the occasion. This is a great one to use with children, too – just make sure there are enough pieces for everyone you want to include. - The Jump the Broom Ritual
The broom hopping tradition is said to have its origins in both Celtic and West African culture, and symbolizes a new beginning, whilst sweeping away the past. It is also said to signify two families becoming one. After completing your wedding vows, you quite literally jump into your new life together, leaving any old uncertainties behind. But best of all this is one ritual all your guests can get involved in and makes for some cracking wedding photos. Read all about the Jump the Broom ritual and how to do it here! - The Log-Cutting Ritual
An old German tradition that would be extra fabulous at a outdoor or nature-inspired ceremony, the log-cutting ritual finds the couple working together to (you guessed it!) cut a log in half with a two-handled saw. The log is said to represent the obstacles they’ll face in their marriage. - The Bell Ringing Ritual
This is based on the old Irish custom dating from the Penal Times (1695 to 1829), when church weddings were forbidden in Ireland. People married in barns and cottages and guests brought along a bell to ring in good luck and prosperity for the newly-married couple, as there were no church bells. Think of it as a type of Celtic Feng SHUI. Children’s hand-bells which are tuned to different notes make a joyful sound when rung by your guests at the end of the ceremony. It’s also a lovely one for any kids in attendance to get involved in. We’ve got a full feature on how to include bells in your ceremony.
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Why Marriage Proposal Before Engagement Is Helpful For Both Partners?
Nowadays, pre-wedding proposals in a unique style become the trend for the newly engaged couple. This lifetime achievement is only fulfilled by trusted life partners only. These partners have a pure feeling of trust between them. Only trusted life partners have the capability to accept the marriage proposal. It will create a strong bond between their two families. It will clear all doubts and distances between all members of the two families.
Always be ready to chat with her parents. In other ways, if your partner has hinted to you then it is your responsibility to ask for her hands in marriage. I am giving you a little format for the ask of her hands. Likewise, ” I am deeply in love with your son or daughter and we want to spend our lives together. For this, I am planning to propose to your son or daughter and want you to be truly involved in this surprising moment.
Currently, it is mandatory for both the upcoming partners to do a discussion about their individual goals and expectations of marriage. Married life discussions cover topics such as the desired number of children, parenting styles, and lifestyle expectations. If the female partner desire only a single child and after that children, she is ready to join his career again. But, may be male partner only needs that his wife only manages the household work after marriage. So these important conflicts get cleared before the engagement ceremony.
All marriage proposal videos added an extra advantage for both the groom and bridegroom family. Marriage proposals displayed on the engagement day or before the engagement day answer almost all questions from both family’s relatives. Nowadays, a new generation of engaged couples book theatre for it and perform too much to impress their companion.
Multiple unique styles are followed by the upcoming bridegroom to impress his upcoming bride and his family members. Out of all, some close ones create the real live stream video and display it to their friends on enlarged screens of theatres. Some guys become crazy and book the whole theatre for their close family friends.
Sometimes the marriage proposals get accepted by close friends and sometimes they are ignored by them. In other words, a few times the other person is not interested to be in life long relationship. The best part of a marriage proposal before engagement is that there is no need to spend high investment for the engagement party until both parties got ready for it. It is a special event, so always try to plan the marriage proposal in such a manner so that your partner feels something special and unique for you.
Why Pre-Wedding Events Require Wedding Photography
Pre-wedding shoot out is necessary for both bride and bridegroom to create understanding and spend more time with each other. It also helps them to decide and analyze the excellence of the photographer. If they are happy with the photo-shoot out work then they will further fix the photographer for the upcoming wedding event also. Likewise, every coin has two sides similar to that it will open up the option for a photographer to discover the best face looks in advance and apply their skills for the big event functions. Pre-wedding shoot photographer allows us the option to select your desirable historical monument places. We may finalize the city with the number of days and famous monument spots for the pre-wedding shoot.
In reality, photography gives long-lasting life to unforgettable moments that take place in this mega event. These memories help create a strong bond between bride and bridegroom as well as in their family members. Pre-wedding events shoot photographers intended to capture natural facial expressions, original moments and real-life emotions shared by the newly engaged couple. First time newly engaged couples always feel shy in front of the camera. But due to that shy nature, they are unable to give perfect look and poses for the best photographic pictures. The problem gets resolved during pre-wedding shoot out and they finally become more experienced to face the camera in future programs.
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Out of all questions in the mind of welcome guests, one major question which quite common asked by any welcome guest is how both the bride and bridegroom meet with each other. The answer to it has also its importance. Photography has also become a very strong medium to answer all questions asked by the guests in short story videos. It will release too much pressure from the mind of the newly engaged couple. Pre-wedding photo-shoots are one of the superb ways to transfer the feel of love and affection for your fiancé.
Now a day’s trend of photography has picked up many crucial angles with the help of new digital technology. With the help of a photographer, you may convert a live photography album into a beautiful cinematography album also. You may go for a standstill photographic album also. The benefit of this album is that you may show a still photograph album to any of your welcome guests without the use of any electronic medium.
All photographers bring their electronic tool to capture all memories of this mega wedding event. Instead of all the latest camera technology, the significant thing matters is the skill of photography. The skill of the photographer checked from the clarity of capture pictures taken from all-important crucial angles. Pre-wedding shoot out results helps a lot in the selection of expert photographer to manage photography in other big events. The photography target behind your pre-wedding shoot out is to create your album more creative and vibrant.
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