Changing Times
Many of the
traditions that we follow in weddings today have their origins in Elizabethan
or Renaissance eras. It is no wonder
that some changes have occurred.
·
VOWS
– the phrase “Honor and obey” has been replaced with various alternatives that
reflect equality in the relationship.
·
BRIDAL
ESCORTS – More and more brides and couples are having both parents escort them
down the aisle. In some ceremonies, the
groom comes down the aisle with both his mother and father, followed by the
bride on the arms of both of her parents.
This honors both parents and recognizes each of their roles in preparing
their sons/daughters for this day. In
fact, if the bride’s father is not available or this is a second marriage, a
bride may choose to walk down the aisle alone or she may choose anyone to
escort her. A sibling, her mother, her
grandfather, her son or a friend may do the honors.
·
PARENTAL
ROLES – Parents are no longer limited to escort duty. Many grooms are choosing their father to be the
best man and brides are asking Mom to be the matron of honor.
·
RECEIVING
LINES - These may still be part of a very formal wedding where the ceremony and
reception are at different venues, but for smaller weddings with the same site
for ceremony and reception, more and more couples are foregoing the receiving
line and instead making it a point to acknowledge and thank each guest at
his/her table throughout the evening.
For more advice about changes you can comfortably make in
your wedding plans, stop in and chat with one of our experienced
consultants. We know how to help you
make your wedding uniquely yours or tie it comfortably to tradition. For
answers to your questions, call 909.229.9061 or email
babridal@juno.com
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