Have you already chosen your dream wedding dress? Good, if yes. Now is the time for you to decide upon that perfectly suitable wedding hairstyle to compliment your bridal get up. While choosing the appropriate hairstyle, consideration should be given to factors, such as your dress, headgear, veil, season of wedding, theme of the party, your facial structure, and so on. Following are some tips to guide you through:
• Research
First thing to do is a thorough research for hairstyles and stylist. You can use fashion magazines, advertisements, and internet to broad base your research. You can try so many ways that you will be spoilt for choice. From ancient cuts and ties to the most contemporary ones, everything can be looked for.
• Wedding dress
Wedding dresses have a lot of bearing on your hairdo. Their style (ball gown, A-line, mermaid style, or sheath style) and type (formal, semi-formal, or casual) have to be given due consideration. For instance, an up-do for a strapless, halter-neck, or spaghetti would accentuate the shoulder and neckline. Similarly, curled tresses suit the full sleeves with V-neck, or round neck, the best.
• Your hair and you
After considering the probable options according to your wedding gown, begin to shortlist them according to the shape of your face. Not every hairstyle suits every face structure. Therefore, it is essential to understand the face type and choose the best complementing wedding hairstyles. For example, long hair suit round faces and tied up hair on sleek ones.
• Other considerations
Wedding theme is one of the most significant factors influencing the choice of wedding gown and dresses. For instance, a Vintage, or a Fairytale wedding will require a traditional hairdo, whereas, a loose natural hair will be ideal for a beach wedding. The season, hot, humid, spring or winter also has to be taken into account from the point of view of the season specific look and comfort.
• Preparations and trial
Some wedding hairstyles may require some prior trimming, cutting, and shaping, example, curly step-cuts. In addition, it may take some extra preparation to bring your dry, damaged, fizzy, oily, or other types of problem hair in a healthy and shiny condition on the ‘big day.’ It is a good idea to consult your beautician for some trials with makeup and hairdos to get a better idea about the suitability of your choice. Try using your headpiece and veil for the trials to make a near to actual assessment. You can also experiment with colors, streaks, or contemporary styles, such as spikes and twists to mention a couple.
Hairstyle often defines your first look and you would not like to compromise on your glamour on that ‘special’ occasion. So, prepare your wedding hairstyle accordingly!
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What to Do About Your Wedding Vows
Wedding vows are more than just a declaration of love and devotion; they are a promise between the couple to honor at all times their commitment to one another. Whether a religious wedding ceremony or a non-religious wedding ceremony, that pledge is expressed through the wedding vows. There was a time when the wedding vows were more or less set in stone. Those days, however, are gone.
Traditional Vows
Traditional wedding vows provide a time honored and revered way to exchange vows. These are likely the same wedding vows used by your parents, grandparents and other ancestors throughout the generations. There's a special sense of continuity and connectedness in knowing you're using those same words and that some day, so too may your children.
Religious weddings vary according to the specific religion. However, in general, vows are exchanged in one of two ways. The officiant can pose the vows as a question, to which the bride and groom answer "I do"
"Do you (name) take (partner's name) for your lawful wife/husband, to have and to hold, from this day forward, for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and health, until death do you part?"
Should the couple choose this option they may wish to express their commitment during the exchange of the wedding rings.
Or the couple can state the vows for themselves or repeat them after the officiant:
"I (name) take you (partner's name) for my lawful wife/husband, to have and to hold, from this day forward, for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and health, until death do us part."
There are many variations of these words. However the underlying theme of commitment to one another throughout good times and bad times remains constant. The examples listed below are the most common for their respective religions. You can use the Wedding Vows Worksheet to record the exact wording that will be used.
Catholic
"I, _____, take you, _____, for my lawful wife/husband, to have and to hold from this day forward, for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health, until death do us part. I will love and honor you all the days of my life."
Episcopal
"In the name of God, I, _____, take you, _____, to be my wife/husband, to have and to hold from this day forward, for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish, until parted by death. This is my solemn vow."
Presbyterian
"I, _____, take you, _____, to be my wife/husband, and I do promise and covenant, before God and these witnesses, to be your loving and faithful husband/wife in plenty and in want, in joy and in sorrow, in sickness and in health, as long as we both shall live."
Protestant
"I, _____, take thee, _____, to be my wedded wife/husband, to have and to hold from this day forward, for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish, till death do us part, according to God's holy ordinance; and thereto I pledge thee my faith."
Quaker
"In the presence of God and these our Friends, I take thee to be my wife/husband, promising with Divine assistance to be unto thee a loving and faithful husband/wife so long as we both shall live."
Unitarian/Universalist
"I, _____, take you, _____, to be my wife/husband, to have and to hold, from this day forward, for better for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and cherish always."
Interfaith
"I,_____, take you, _____, to be my wife/husband. I promise to be true to you in good times and in bad, in sickness and in health. I will love and honor you all the days of my life."
Nondenominational
"_____, I now take you to be my wedded wife/husband, to live together after God's ordinance in the holy relationship of marriage. I promise to love and comfort you, honor and keep you, and forsaking all others, I will be yours alone as long as we both shall live."
Ring Vows
At most wedding ceremonies, the exchange of rings immediately follows the recitation of vows and serves to seal those promises. The ring symbolizes the unbroken circle of love, and at many ceremonies, more vows are spoken as rings are exchanged. In some cases, the bride receives a ring during the ceremony but the groom does not, as at Orthodox and some Conservative Jewish weddings. For many weddings, couples choose the double-ring ceremony, wherein both the bride and groom give and receive rings.
The following customs are the most common for their respective religions.
Catholic - After the priest blesses the bride's ring, the groom places it on her finger. After the priest blesses the groom's ring, the bride places it on his finger. Each says: "In the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Take and wear this ring as a sign of my love and faithfulness."
Episcopal - The groom places the ring on the bride's finger and says: "____, I give you this ring as a symbol of my vow, and with all that I am and all that I have, I honor you, in the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit." If the wedding is a double-ring ceremony, the bride does the same.
Jewish - The groom says: "Harey at mekuddeshet li B'taba'at zo k'dat Moshe V'israel," which means, "Behold, thou are consecrated unto me with this ring according to the law of Moses and of Israel." Then the groom places the ring on the bride's finger. If the wedding is a double-ring ceremony, the bride recites the same words (with changes for gender) and places the ring on the groom's finger.
If you are having a religious ceremony with traditional vows, there is still room for input. Read through the customary vows to make sure you find nothing contradictory with your beliefs, such as things that you think are outdated or sexist. Consider inserting special readings or poems. Sometimes family and friends are invited to read scriptures or poetry.
Self-Written Vows
Many brides and grooms write their own vows. Writing your own wedding vows allows you to express your commitment and love for your partner in your own words. While traditional vows given at a religious wedding ceremony are great for some couples, they aren't personal enough for others. Writing your own wedding vows is also an ideal choice for couples having a non-religious wedding ceremony.
Writing and saying your own wedding vows is a very moving and intimate way to express your feelings for one another. It gives your wedding ceremony a special uniqueness not common to every wedding. However before you can express your feelings you must identify them. Talk to your partner about your marriage, beliefs, hopes and dreams. Use this conversation as the basis of your wedding vows (take notes).
Here are some questions to get you started:
*What are the strengths or special qualities of your relationship?
*What hopes, dreams and goals do you share?
*When did you realize he/she was the one?
*What have you learned from one another?
*What traits about your partner inspire you? Why?
*What are the special moments of your relationship thus far?
*What aspects of married life do you look forward to with your partner?
Once you have a foundation, start writing your wedding vows. Keep in that mind during your vows you must state your promise to remain committed to your partner and that you take them as your spouse. A line of this type is required to ensure your wedding vows are legally binding.
There are other points to consider when writing your wedding vows:
*Your wedding vows should be no longer than 3 minutes.
*The words should come from the heart - be open and sincere.
*Decide whether each of you will recite the same or different vows.
*Include your guests by having them respond with their blessings and support.
*Include proverbs, quotes or poetry if you feel it adds to your vows.
*Read the vows aloud to catch any errors.
*Re-write as necessary, but not too much - the vows don't need to be perfect, just personal.
*Discuss your wedding vows with your officiant - they can check that the vows are legal or offer suggestions if you need help.
Traditional Vows
Traditional wedding vows provide a time honored and revered way to exchange vows. These are likely the same wedding vows used by your parents, grandparents and other ancestors throughout the generations. There's a special sense of continuity and connectedness in knowing you're using those same words and that some day, so too may your children.
Religious weddings vary according to the specific religion. However, in general, vows are exchanged in one of two ways. The officiant can pose the vows as a question, to which the bride and groom answer "I do"
"Do you (name) take (partner's name) for your lawful wife/husband, to have and to hold, from this day forward, for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and health, until death do you part?"
Should the couple choose this option they may wish to express their commitment during the exchange of the wedding rings.
Or the couple can state the vows for themselves or repeat them after the officiant:
"I (name) take you (partner's name) for my lawful wife/husband, to have and to hold, from this day forward, for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and health, until death do us part."
There are many variations of these words. However the underlying theme of commitment to one another throughout good times and bad times remains constant. The examples listed below are the most common for their respective religions. You can use the Wedding Vows Worksheet to record the exact wording that will be used.
Catholic
"I, _____, take you, _____, for my lawful wife/husband, to have and to hold from this day forward, for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health, until death do us part. I will love and honor you all the days of my life."
Episcopal
"In the name of God, I, _____, take you, _____, to be my wife/husband, to have and to hold from this day forward, for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish, until parted by death. This is my solemn vow."
Presbyterian
"I, _____, take you, _____, to be my wife/husband, and I do promise and covenant, before God and these witnesses, to be your loving and faithful husband/wife in plenty and in want, in joy and in sorrow, in sickness and in health, as long as we both shall live."
Protestant
"I, _____, take thee, _____, to be my wedded wife/husband, to have and to hold from this day forward, for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish, till death do us part, according to God's holy ordinance; and thereto I pledge thee my faith."
Quaker
"In the presence of God and these our Friends, I take thee to be my wife/husband, promising with Divine assistance to be unto thee a loving and faithful husband/wife so long as we both shall live."
Unitarian/Universalist
"I, _____, take you, _____, to be my wife/husband, to have and to hold, from this day forward, for better for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and cherish always."
Interfaith
"I,_____, take you, _____, to be my wife/husband. I promise to be true to you in good times and in bad, in sickness and in health. I will love and honor you all the days of my life."
Nondenominational
"_____, I now take you to be my wedded wife/husband, to live together after God's ordinance in the holy relationship of marriage. I promise to love and comfort you, honor and keep you, and forsaking all others, I will be yours alone as long as we both shall live."
Ring Vows
At most wedding ceremonies, the exchange of rings immediately follows the recitation of vows and serves to seal those promises. The ring symbolizes the unbroken circle of love, and at many ceremonies, more vows are spoken as rings are exchanged. In some cases, the bride receives a ring during the ceremony but the groom does not, as at Orthodox and some Conservative Jewish weddings. For many weddings, couples choose the double-ring ceremony, wherein both the bride and groom give and receive rings.
The following customs are the most common for their respective religions.
Catholic - After the priest blesses the bride's ring, the groom places it on her finger. After the priest blesses the groom's ring, the bride places it on his finger. Each says: "In the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Take and wear this ring as a sign of my love and faithfulness."
Episcopal - The groom places the ring on the bride's finger and says: "____, I give you this ring as a symbol of my vow, and with all that I am and all that I have, I honor you, in the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit." If the wedding is a double-ring ceremony, the bride does the same.
Jewish - The groom says: "Harey at mekuddeshet li B'taba'at zo k'dat Moshe V'israel," which means, "Behold, thou are consecrated unto me with this ring according to the law of Moses and of Israel." Then the groom places the ring on the bride's finger. If the wedding is a double-ring ceremony, the bride recites the same words (with changes for gender) and places the ring on the groom's finger.
If you are having a religious ceremony with traditional vows, there is still room for input. Read through the customary vows to make sure you find nothing contradictory with your beliefs, such as things that you think are outdated or sexist. Consider inserting special readings or poems. Sometimes family and friends are invited to read scriptures or poetry.
Self-Written Vows
Many brides and grooms write their own vows. Writing your own wedding vows allows you to express your commitment and love for your partner in your own words. While traditional vows given at a religious wedding ceremony are great for some couples, they aren't personal enough for others. Writing your own wedding vows is also an ideal choice for couples having a non-religious wedding ceremony.
Writing and saying your own wedding vows is a very moving and intimate way to express your feelings for one another. It gives your wedding ceremony a special uniqueness not common to every wedding. However before you can express your feelings you must identify them. Talk to your partner about your marriage, beliefs, hopes and dreams. Use this conversation as the basis of your wedding vows (take notes).
Here are some questions to get you started:
*What are the strengths or special qualities of your relationship?
*What hopes, dreams and goals do you share?
*When did you realize he/she was the one?
*What have you learned from one another?
*What traits about your partner inspire you? Why?
*What are the special moments of your relationship thus far?
*What aspects of married life do you look forward to with your partner?
Once you have a foundation, start writing your wedding vows. Keep in that mind during your vows you must state your promise to remain committed to your partner and that you take them as your spouse. A line of this type is required to ensure your wedding vows are legally binding.
There are other points to consider when writing your wedding vows:
*Your wedding vows should be no longer than 3 minutes.
*The words should come from the heart - be open and sincere.
*Decide whether each of you will recite the same or different vows.
*Include your guests by having them respond with their blessings and support.
*Include proverbs, quotes or poetry if you feel it adds to your vows.
*Read the vows aloud to catch any errors.
*Re-write as necessary, but not too much - the vows don't need to be perfect, just personal.
*Discuss your wedding vows with your officiant - they can check that the vows are legal or offer suggestions if you need help.
Thursday, December 18, 2008
Are Chinese Online Wedding Dress Stores a Good Idea
Have you found it a challenge to get the wedding dress of your dreams in today’s economy? Many women are finding it harder and harder to afford the wedding gown they really want. This has led them to looking at lower cost alternatives. Online shopping for wedding dresses has become more popular. With the rise of online bridal gown sales, the introductions of Chinese wedding dress sites have cropped up. If you read the reports during the Olympics about fraud ticket websites then you know that Chinese websites are riddled with fraud.
Top 6 Reasons why not to buy from Chinese wedding gown sites
The first reason is the shipping can take months. You have enough to worry about with planning your wedding then to worry if your dress is going to show up. Knowing your wedding gown is taken care of and safe and secure in hand is one less worry that you don’t need.
Many women have found that the dress they thought they were getting from the photo is not the dress when it arrives. You are now stuck with a dress you didn’t order and not the dress that you have been dreaming about. Many Chinese wedding dress sites steal their photos from legitimate online stores and have no professional photos of their own.
Returns on Chinese made wedding dresses can be a nightmare. If you can get them to take it back it all you will still need to pay the overseas shipping rates. You can almost buy a new dress for what it takes to ship back a wedding dress that had tears, missing items, or the wrong dress all together.
Your wedding dress is a symbol of your new life you are starting. Many wedding gowns made from websites in China are of poor quality. The last thing you want is for your precious gown to fall apart. The extra money it takes to fix up your dress makes it not the bargain you once thought it was.
I have heard real people complain that they never got their dress at all. This is the ultimate in betrayal and a real problem with Chinese wedding gown sites. No part in your dream of a wedding starts with no chance and makes going with Chinese dresses a real risk.
The final issue is the overall language barrier. If you have ever been frustrated by talking to a customer service person from India, imagine communicating the right size and alterations with someone that doesn’t speak anything like you do. The language barrier makes it #1 reason why it is so hard to get the exactly what you want from a Chinese bridal dress shop.
Chinese wedding dress stores online are risky. Your best bet if you need to find an affordable high quality dress in your price range is to chose and American based online wedding store.
Top 6 Reasons why not to buy from Chinese wedding gown sites
The first reason is the shipping can take months. You have enough to worry about with planning your wedding then to worry if your dress is going to show up. Knowing your wedding gown is taken care of and safe and secure in hand is one less worry that you don’t need.
Many women have found that the dress they thought they were getting from the photo is not the dress when it arrives. You are now stuck with a dress you didn’t order and not the dress that you have been dreaming about. Many Chinese wedding dress sites steal their photos from legitimate online stores and have no professional photos of their own.
Returns on Chinese made wedding dresses can be a nightmare. If you can get them to take it back it all you will still need to pay the overseas shipping rates. You can almost buy a new dress for what it takes to ship back a wedding dress that had tears, missing items, or the wrong dress all together.
Your wedding dress is a symbol of your new life you are starting. Many wedding gowns made from websites in China are of poor quality. The last thing you want is for your precious gown to fall apart. The extra money it takes to fix up your dress makes it not the bargain you once thought it was.
I have heard real people complain that they never got their dress at all. This is the ultimate in betrayal and a real problem with Chinese wedding gown sites. No part in your dream of a wedding starts with no chance and makes going with Chinese dresses a real risk.
The final issue is the overall language barrier. If you have ever been frustrated by talking to a customer service person from India, imagine communicating the right size and alterations with someone that doesn’t speak anything like you do. The language barrier makes it #1 reason why it is so hard to get the exactly what you want from a Chinese bridal dress shop.
Chinese wedding dress stores online are risky. Your best bet if you need to find an affordable high quality dress in your price range is to chose and American based online wedding store.
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
Tuesday, December 9, 2008
Wedding Dresses - How to Buy Dreamy Wedding Gowns Online
Wedding dresses are literally the icing on the cake on every bride's wedding day. You can find perfect wedding gowns online, or simply brainstorm which style of wedding dresses to start looking for as you narrow down your search.
First you need to determine which types of wedding dresses are right for you.
Your wedding dress should tell the world exactly who you are. After all, this is YOUR day, and your wedding gown is the key way that you share yourself with your wedding guests — and, of course, your husband-to-be.
By now, you've likely given some thought as to what kind of wedding you would like to have: traditional, informal or a theme wedding, perhaps.
Here are some general guidelines:
In formal weddings, brides generally wear long white/cream-colored wedding dresses and a veil, perhaps a train and, of course, gloves.
In semi-formal weddings, brides generally wear long white/cream-colored wedding dresses, a veil and gloves if desired.
In informal weddings, brides have more flexibility. They can wear wedding gowns of any color — short or long — or even a suit.
What about theme weddings? Here you should decide first on the theme and then on the formality of the wedding you've always wanted to have. Only then is it time to shop for wedding dresses and wedding accessories to determine which ones match your theme!
As you can see, the most important aspect to consider when selecting wedding dresses is your own sense of style.
For specifics on what's appropriate to wear for each type of wedding, I recommend Emily Post's Wedding Etiquette, which devotes an entire chapter to wedding dresses and other fashion dos and don'ts, or Vera Wang on Weddings, in which Wang shares her vast fashion expertise with you as you plan your wedding. Both can be purchased from any major online bookstore and have great tips on buying wedding dresses.
How can you purchase wedding dresses online?
The Internet can be a tremendous help when you're looking for wedding gowns and have a tight wedding budget. And let's face it — most of us do have to keep the bottom line in mind when we plan the most important day of our romantic lives.
After you have given some thought to the type of wedding you want to have, I recommend that you:
- Look through bridal magazines and check out your options by flipping through the pages to see which wedding dresses are available in your area.
- Go to local bridal stores and try on wedding gowns.
- Look online to see what other wedding dresses are available to you. In case you're uncertain about buying wedding gowns from an online vendor, bear in mind that there really are online bridal shops that deliver the same level of service as regular stores.
- Compare the in-store price to the Internet dress stores to find out which is the better deal. Many online stores offer you discount wedding dresses because of their vastly reduced overhead costs!
- Narrow down your search to a handful of wedding dresses that make your final cut.
When you've gone through all these steps, you're certain to have accessed all the wedding dresses available to you -- and you will very likely save your hard-earned money if you end up finding discount wedding dresses available only from an Internet vendor.
Good luck with your search! Though it might seem daunting at first, if you follow these tips, you'll be well on your way to finding a beautiful range of perfectly elegant wedding dresses.
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