Fans of anime, Star Wars, Game of Thrones, and any other massively followed franchises are often quite enthusiastic. At times, they find ways to incorporate their love for these stories into their lives.
A tribute or two can be made at a wedding without it being an all-out theme. However, if you’d you like to make your day all about your (second) most loved passion, then maybe a cosplay wedding is for you.
You could make it for the entire day, or just for the photoshoot portion of your day if you’d like.
How ever you decide to incorporate your love for the story into you wedding day, we’re sure it’ll be fantastic! Here are some ideas to inspire you:
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A wedding is often considered the ultimate show of unity, between a couple. Two people are taking the biggest step that they can, to show that they are committed to living a life together, no matter what comes their way.
Some might say that a wedding ceremony on its own is enough celebrate this massive step. But what of symbolism and gestures?
If you’re the type of couple who appreciates a good symbolic gesture, then read on. Across the world, different cultures have developed various wedding practices that indicate unity. These are carried out at ceremonies and celebrations.
Here are some examples from around the world:
Blanket wrapping
In general, Native Americans partake in the practice of wrapping a newlywed couple in a quilt, to symbolise warmth and togetherness.
However, when it comes to the ancient Cherokee’s specifically, each partner is individually wrapped in a blue blanket, before an efficient blesses their marriage. Thereafter, they are covered in one white blanket.
The colour blue is said to represent their past lives and the white is symbolic of their dedication to ensuring there is peach in their new life.
Lighting a fire
An old tradition in Africa uses fire to show the union of two families, by joining the embers of two flames from each family’s hearth.
These days, newlyweds may use a modification of this tradition, by lighting a fire together.
Circle the Groom
Or the bride, for that matter.
In one Jewish tradition, one partner circles the other seven times to break down barriers between them, ensuring that they are unified. In the past, it was customary for the bride to circle the groom, however, these days each partner circles around the other.
Handfasting
This ancient Celtic practice requires the couple to tie their hands together. The bride and groom hold opposite hands, which means their arms make an 8 (or infinity). Thereafter, their hands are tied together with a ribbon.
Other
Other practices, which are not connected to regions, cultures, or religions, can also be cute ways to show unity at your wedding.
Couples have planted trees together, created time capsules and painted one picture on one canvas together,
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The first thing you think when you picture a bride making her way down the aisle is “here comes the bride, all dressed in white”, right? It is…
Planning a wedding is tough enough, but add a global pandemic and it’s almost nightmarish. While some rise to the occasion, others require guests to do some strange things in the name of love.
According to a thread on Reddit, one bride reportedly re-invited guests to the big day after she had to change plans due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Included in the RSVP is a request for each guest to write two essays on why they should be allowed to attend. The bride’s sister took to Reddit to ask whether she is in the wrong for refusing to RSVP.
“So my sister is getting married next February, destination wedding no less. I have doubts whether this wedding is actually going to happen with the pandemic and everything but she is totally set on moving forward,” writes the sister.
“Anyways because of the pandemic, her original venue has made her cut down on guests because they’re cutting capacity by half. As a result she’s sending out “re-invites” that asks everyone to RSVP again. But in order to figure out who to invite and who to cut, she’s asking all confirmed guests to submit two 250-word “essays” to two questions. The gist is that they’ll use these essays to choose who can come or not, based on people’s enthusiasm. People who don’t write the essays at all will be automatically disqualified.”
The two questions guests must answer are “why do you still want to celebrate this day with us?” And “what will attending our wedding mean to you specifically?”
The sister believes that she should not have to write these essays, as she is spending her own money on plane tickets and a hotel to attend the destination wedding, as well as a wedding present. However, the bride has told her that without an RSVP, she may not attend the wedding.
This has caused strain in the family, with the parents telling the sister she has to write the essays or else she will cause even greater issues with relatives.
Since the thread was posted, it has received 3 700 comments with the vast majority siding with the sister. Many suggest writing the essays in a sarcastic manner.
“I would definitely send in two essays. The first would say ‘Mom/Dad said I have to come or I’m in BIG trouble’ over and over again until you hit 250. The second, ‘I’m your sibling'”, comments one Reddit user.
Is the sister in the wrong for not meeting the bride’s wishes, or is it unfair of the bride to expect guests to motivate for why they deserve an invite?
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As we all know by now, the virtual wedding has taken the world by storm as coronavirus prevents families from joining their loved one’s ceremonies in person. While…
“Something Olde, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Blue”. This is the age-old saying for weddings that has survived for decades. It comes from an old english rhyme back in the Victorian era. Having old, new, borrowed and blue elements in your big day are said to be good luck.
Whether you’re susperstitious or not, you can’t deny that blue is a darling shade. Cool blue is the pantone colour of the year, meaning this hue is especially trendy.
Blue works wonders on all skin tones, and can be rich or soft depending on the specific shade you pick. Brides can have fun with a full blue gown, or go subtle with some blue detail. Either way, its sure to make you even more lucky on your big day.
If you love this colour and want to incorporate it into your wedding dress, take inspiration from these fancy frocks:
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