Ceremonies to include in your wedding.

Rose ceremony.

In the past, the rose was considered a symbol of love, and in the rose ceremony it symbolizes love as well. The bride and groom give each other a rose at the end of the wedding ceremony just after being pronounced husband and wife. Children can be included as well; if there are children who will be in the new family, each child can then be given a rose and a hug by the bride and groom, showing that the couple's union and their love includes the children as well, and that a new family is being formed.

Canada’s colourful wedding traditions

Tea ceremony

While the tea ceremony is an Asian ritualized form of making tea, the term generally refers to the Japanese tea ceremony. During the tea ceremony, the bride and groom, as a sign of respect, offer and serve tea to their parents. According to ancient Chinese beliefs, the tea ceremony will help the newlyweds produce children early in their marriage and ensure many grandchildren. It also symbolizes good relations between the bride and her new family.



The sand ceremony

The sand ceremony, a celebration that is usually two to three minutes in length, symbolizes the joining of two lives. The couple pours various colours of sand from a container, such as a seashell, into one special container; the flowing sand and blending of the colours symbolize the bringing together of two lives into one. Some couples prefer to leave a small amount of sand in their respective container to show that even though they now function as one, they remain individuals.



The candle lighting ceremony

This ceremony is sometimes performed to symbolize the joining together of the two families into one united family. More often, though, it is used to symbolize the union of two individuals, becoming one in commitment. One interpretation is that the taper candles are lit by representatives from each family to symbolize the love and allegiance that each family has for either the bride or the groom. As the bride and groom use these two flames to light the unity candle, they bring the love of both families together in a united love of the new couple. Generally, the two tapers are left burning and replaced in their holders (because each family's love for their own will continue). However, in some ceremonies they may blow out their individual candles. Similarly, sometimes the tapers may be blown out, to indicate that the two lives have been permanently merged, or they may be left lit, symbolizing that the now-married partners have not lost their individuality.

FAQ's (frequently asked questions) About Alcohol Requirements

1. How many glasses in a bottle of ‘champagne’ or wine?
A bottle of sparkling wine or any other wine holds 6 glasses of 125 ml each.

2. How do you accommodate different tastes in ‘champagne’?
Generally speaking, young adults and women tend to enjoy the semi-sweet variety, so for an average order, the ration of semi-sweet to dry should be around 4 to 1.

3. How do you split the ratio between red and white wines?
Refer to the party planner below - but in general, the ratio (guided by the host) could be roughly as follows: 4 semi-sweet, 2 dry and 1 red.

4. How many glasses in a bottle of ‘spirits’?
Using an optic (tot measure), a bottle should yield 30 tots, but as these are often hand-poured, it is safer to base your estimate on 25.

5. How many glasses in a bottle of liqueur?
You should be able to pour approximately 15 drinks from a 750ml bottle. (The recognized measure for liqueurs is 50 ml.)

6. What is the ratio for Buck’s Fizz (champagne and orange juice)?
Usually 60% orange juice and 40% sparkling wine, depending on taste.
7. How much wine should I allow for a cheese-and-wine function?
Half a bottle of wine per person is usually recommended, depending on the duration of the event.
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Dressing the Bride: Helpful Facts and Hints

Order your dress at least six months before the wedding date. This will allow you enough time in case of errors in size, style or shipping. Read all the fine print in your contract. Especially regarding your deposit, arrival date, alteration policies, and damage to dress. Inquire about return policies or deposit refunds in case your wedding is delayed or postponed.

Get any changes and/or additions in written confirmation.


Fittings:

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Do not schedule your dress fittings to occur after big meals.
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When getting dressed, cover your face with a light cotton fabric or netting before putting the dress over your head to avoid getting make-up on it.
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Practice sitting, dancing and even kneeling in your dress.
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Be sure that you could breathe comfortably in any position.
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If you dress is floor length, consider having a bond of additional fabric or ribbon banding added to hem of your dress that can be removed after the wedding is over.
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If your dress has a long train or tail - practice bustling it with your maid of honor or mom, so that there are no unexpected complications at the wedding.
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Some brides arrive at their final fitting pregnat. If this your case, be honest with the alterations person so she or he can do additional changes to ensure that you will be comfortable on your wedding day.
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If you have a dress with skirts that can be removed, converting into a shorter dress that allows more freedom of movement at reception, practice attaching and reattaching the skirts portions a few times before your wedding day.
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If you choose to wear gloves, be sure you can slip them off easily when it comes time to put the ring on your finger.
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