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June 19, 2013 By Leave a Comment

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Hipster Weddings – History

A “hipster”, (a person who follows the latest trends and fashions) is an up and coming way to live. From the bright colors to the vintage looks, being a hipster is being trendy. It is a subculture that started in the 90′s and is a melting pot of style, taste, and behavior. The distinctive and funky look will turn a normal wedding into a wedding full of style and swag.

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A First Class Maui Wedding - Hipster Weddings

Hipster Weddings – The Groom

The hipster groom oftentimes grabs the most attention. From the colorful bow ties to the fashionable suspenders, hipster grooms carry themselves with confidence. Picking something in particular to make your hipster wedding unique (like colorful bow ties or funky shoes) will make your wedding stick out from the rest. Suspenders and bow ties cause for a more vintage, retro look for the groom.

A First Class Maui Wedding - Hipster Weddings

A First Class Maui Wedding - Hipster Weddings

Hipster Weddings – The Bride

Hipster brides are the perfect mixture of hippie and modern. To go along with the bow ties and suspender of the groom, hipster brides often have some sort of extra flair to their wedding dress or jewelry. Whether it be a trendy hair flower or a vintage dress, hipster brides always stand out from the crowd.

A First Class Maui Wedding - Hipster Weddings

A First Class Maui Wedding - Hipster Weddings

Hipster Weddings – Rings

Hipster wedding rings have a retro vibe. While color is important, shape and setting of the ring is just as crucial. A vintage setting for the ring will add an extra boldness to the colorful stone. That’s the thing about hipsters… Normal isn’t good enough. You have to stand out and be memorable and different. That is what makes hipster weddings so much fun.

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Hipster Weddings – Flowers

Hipsters like to be considered unusual. Therefore, flowers that are out of the ordinary are a great choice. Like the flowers above (a mixture of pin cushions, roses, lilies, and a little greenery), mixing different kinds of flowers of all shapes, sizes, and colors can add flair and life to your hipster wedding. Want even more flair? Add a big ribbon or bow to your flower bouquet for extra pop.

Hipster Weddings By First Class Weddings

Bride and Groom in Colorful Background From Hipster Bride

Umbrella Picture From Exquisite Weddings Magazine

Groom With Camera From Manly Wedding Blog

Hipsters on the Beach From Follow Pics

Bow Ties From Wedding Trends

Hipster Ring From Wedding Gawker

Grooms Shoes From Brilliant Event Planning

Flowers From Olivia Leigh Weddings

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Wedding Garters

June 18, 2013 By Leave a Comment

Wedding Garters

Garters are narrow bands of fabric fastened around the leg used to keep stockings up. These dainty accessories are just a few inches in width and are usually made of leather, lace, cotton, and silk. Wedding garters are adorned with small belts and ribbons to add decor. In the 18th and 19th centuries garters were tied just below the knee which was the most slender part of the leg to keep the stocking from slipping out of place.

Garters can be as simple or as complex as the bride wants them to be. Vintage lace garters are becoming more popular with modern brides. These vintage garters are usually made of lace and have some silver detailing or beadwork on sides.

Garters range is pricing – DIY brides can make their own with lace and elastic or find them on DIY websites for a reasonable price. You can also pay larger amounts of money for more intricate garters such as the thin one featured above. Garters can have diamonds, gems and jewels in the detailing…it all depends on what kind of style you have!

The Garter Toss

The tradition of the garter toss originated in Europe and is one of the oldest surviving wedding traditions that evolved from the Middle Ages. Towards the end of the wedding reception, the groom removes his new partner’s garter then tosses to the unmarried male guests. This tradition relates to the belief that taking an article of the bride’s clothing would bring good luck. In the Middle Ages, the groomsmen would rush towards the bride to take her garter off as a prize…this often resulted in the destruction of the bride’s dress. Yikes! Nowadays, the privilege of removing the bride’s garter is reserved for the groom.

According to the superstition,  the unmarried male wedding guest who catches the garter will be the next man to get married. The bride’s bouquet toss has the same notion as the garter toss… whomever catches the bouquet will be the next to get married. Traditionally, the two people who caught the bouquet and garter would share the next dance.

Wedding Garters

Garters were very popular in the 30s and 40s for their convenience of storing small valuables in place of a small purse. In Elizabethan fashions even men wore garters. They wore them with their hose and colorful garters were an object of display.

Since the 1960s, men’s magazines have featured images of women in underwear and the garters have added an erotic element to these photographs. Brides have been known to include their “something blue” on their garter with a small ribbon or bow for an intimate touch.

Wedding Garters

Today, most brides wear two garters – one to keep and one for the groom to throw during the garter toss. The wedding garters are usually placed on the bride’s right leg by her father. It was popular for the groom to remove the garter with his teeth…in more recent years it has been viewed as more appropriate for the garter to be removed with their hands.

Wedding Garters by First Class Weddings

Black & White Garter Shot from Juxtapose

Diamond Studded Garter from Classy Bride

Thick Tulle Garter from Indulgy

Vintage Lace Garter in Hands from Style Me Pretty

Offwhite Dress & Garter from Etsy

Blue Fabric Flower Garter from Love & Lavendar

3 Individual Gem Garters from La Gartier

 

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Wedding Nails

June 17, 2013 By Leave a Comment

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Nail polish originated in China dating back to 3000 BC. During the Ming Dynasty, nail polish was usually made from beeswax, egg whites, gelatin, veggie dyes, and gum Arabic. Many people also used henna to tint their nails orange or brown. People considered high class wore red, while the lower class would wear paler colors.

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Wedding Nails

From your head down to your toe, every little detail of you big day matters. There is one thing in particular that many people do not realize can make or break your look; nails! Wedding nails tie together your ensemble and can be fun while remaining classy. Glitter nails, like shown above, are a great way to catch your audiences eye while you sparkle down the aisle.

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Wedding Nails – Adding Flair

Although some flair is overwhelming with a classic white wedding dress, these nails above stay high class. The light pink color of the nail is subtle and offsets the intensity of the white bows. The trimming around the bows make a loud statement saying “I have arrived!” Remember when adding flair to keep it fairly simple to remain a certain elegance.

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Wedding Nails – Color

Adding a small burst of color is never a bad idea to get some pop. Above we see beautiful sparkly white glitter nails with the ring finger an eruption of color. Although this look would not work with all dresses, paired with the right one and elegant flowers, this look will add pizzazz. Below we have multiple bursts of color; from the salmon nails to the gold sparkle on the ring finger, this look will also draw wanted attention.

A First Class Maui Wedding - Wedding Nails

A First Class Maui Wedding - Wedding Nails

Wedding Nails – Nail Art

Nail art can often be tough for weddings. Finding a design that is high class yet fun is no easy feat. Nail art can frequently look low brow, so it is important to pick a good design. If you choose nail art we suggest keeping it to no more than two colors, as that will take away from the business. The white and gold nails above are a good example of fun and exciting nails with a certain level of class. These nails would pop against a white wedding dress.

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Wedding Nails – Red Nails

Do you really want some pop in your nails? Then go red. Just like in the picture above, red nails against a white dress erupt with life and look beautiful when carrying the right flowers. Although red nails are a bold choice, they can look extremely stylish.

 

Wedding Nails By First Class Weddings

OPI Nail Polish From Saras Hair

Colorful Nail Polish From Style It Girl

Glitter Nails From Annies Adventure

Bow Nails From Pin Kave

Salmon Nails From Wedding O Mania

Glitter With Color Nail From Salon Geek

Gold Design Nails From Colores Decarol

Red Nails With Flowers From 100 Layer Cake

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Wedding Lingerie

June 15, 2013 By Leave a Comment

Wedding Lingerie

Surprise your future partner a few hours before the wedding with some sexy wedding lingerie pictures. Have a secret photo shoot a few months before the wedding and get the pictures developed to give to your partner to keep them excited all day long! If you are shy in front of the camera get your maid of honor or a bridesmaid to take the pictures for you. 

In the English language lingerie is applied specifically to the undergarments designed to be visually appealing or erotic. Oh la la. In the French language, the term lingerie applies to all undergarments for either gender. This work derives from the French word linge or “washables, do the laundry and washable linen”. European lingerie was made of cotton from Egypt and India. Lingerie are fashionable and typically alluring undergarments. Lingerie may refer to undergarments including flexible, stretchy, sheer or decorative materials like lycra, nylon, polyester, satin, lace, silk and sheer fabric. Certain cotton or synthetic undergarments can also be considered lingerie.

Wedding Lingerie

The concept of lingerie as a erotic and visually appealing underwear was developed in the late nineteenth century. Lady Duff-Gordon was a pioneer in developing lingerie that freed women from the restraints of tight uncomfortable corsets. In the first half of the twentieth century, women wore underwear for three reasons…to alter their shape with corsets, girdles or bras, for hygienic reasons and for modesty. Unlike the smaller versions of lingerie that we see today, it used to be significantly more bulky and large typically covering larger amounts of the body.

The first bra was patented in the twentieth century by Mary Phelps Jacob. When the first World War broke out women were filling in for men’s jobs and a more practical, lightweight fabric was created for these undergarments.

Wedding Lingerie

Lingerie comes in many different types and forms. The most popular kinds of lingerie are babydolls, which are short nightgowns worn with panties…these are loose-fitting with an empire waist and thin straps. Robes or bedjackets can be worn over a nightgown for warmth and modesty…like this beautiful lace robe!

Wedding Lingerie – Styles

Bodystocking , bodysuit or a unitard type of lingerie is worn over the torse and possibly over the thighs and abdomens…usually used to appear slimmer. This lace unitard pictured below has a beautiful “something blue” bow tied to the back. This picture features gorgeous vintage style lingerie that we love!

Simplistic wedding lingerie is very seductive. Pairing a simple white bra with white panties makes a lovely modern bride. In most cases brides wear white lingerie under their wedding gowns.

Wedding Lingerie – White

The color white signifies innocence and purity. Some religions believe in abstinence, which is when a couple waits until they are married to engage in intercourse…this is typically symbolized by the color white. Although not every couple does not practice abstinence, brides do wear the traditional white attire with their gowns and sexy wedding lingerie.

How do you feel about Brides wearing white as a symbol of innocence on their wedding day? Which type of lingerie do you like best? Tell us what you think in the comments!

 

Sexy Wedding Lingerie by First Class Weddings

Model on Bed from Style Me Pretty

Lacy Robe from That Inspirational Girl

Model with Bulky Necklace from Wedd Book

Lace with Blue Bow from Style Me Pretty

Model with Rose Bouquet from Victoria’s Secret

Lacy Bra & Panty Set from Wedd Book

Garter Picture from We Love It

Flower Hairpiece Model from Peachy Lingerie

Model on White Chairs from F & O Forgotten Nobility

Pearl & Big Bow from Belle de Jour

 

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Gothic Weddings

June 12, 2013 By Leave a Comment

The term “goth” dates back for many many centuries. It is the name of a group of people from East Germanic people who played a role in the fall of the Roman Empire. Over the centuries the term goth has turned into a term that describes a certain type of person; a person who has a dark way of thinking of things. When someone is described as “gothic”, colors such as black and dark red come to mind. Goths do not follow what is “normal” and create their own rules. In this blog we will give goth a whole new meaning in this gothic themed wedding.

Gothic Weddings – Venue

The venue is the most important part of a gothic wedding. It sets the dark and ominous tone and is very unique. The pictures above and below are of Whitby Abbey in North Yorkshire, England. This venue is perfect for your gothic wedding. Between the castle in the middle of a field and the cemetery in the back, this venue is breathtaking while giving you chills. Gothic wedding venues should give you a feeling that you have never felt and will leave you with a memory you will never want to forget.

Gothic Weddings – Dresses

Gothic wedding dresses are rarely white. Because the gothic theme is very dark and ominous, a white wedding dress would take away from the perceived goal of the big day. A white dress with some black trim is always a good choice, adding some extra flair and mystery. The red dress above is a beautiful example of a gothic wedding dress. It is very elegant on top and as you go down it gets more and more unique. The black mesh over the poof at the bottom adds that extra wow factor, making this dress one of a kind. The black dress below is more simple but just as breathtaking, while the white in her hair adds elegance to the word goth.

Gothic Weddings – Table Settings

Half of the battle with gothic weddings are keeping elegance and class while staying true to the gothic roots. Table settings are tough, but done right they can be beautiful. In the picture above we see a classy black and red themed setting with candles to make it more ominous. The black candle holders in the middle of the table remind you that you are at a gothic wedding but is classy nonetheless. Dark red napkins are good choice because they make a statement but again remain true to the theme.

Gothic Weddings – Flowers

Flowers are what will make or break your gothic wedding. Anything too bright will take away from the theme, anything too dark will be too gloomy and sad. The flowers above (black magic roses and black star calla lilies) are the perfect balance of color and black. It’s very important to pick the right flowers because they add greatly to the feeling of the ceremony. Reds, blacks, and purples are always good colors to choose for gothic wedding flowers.

Gothic Weddings – Jewelry 

From flowers to jewelry, everything about a gothic wedding is unique. The wedding ring above adds to the dark theme of the wedding but remains beautiful. Ordinary is not an option when it comes to gothic wedding jewelry. You want something that will shock your audience and make a memory. Again, darker colors is always a good option. Dark stones such as a black diamond or a dark red garnet is a great choice for rings, necklaces or earrings. Elegant, yet unique.

 

Gothic Weddings From First Class Weddings 

Gothic Table Setting From Rock N Roll Bride

Red and Black Dress From Songeunevie

Gothic Ring From Yahoo

Gothic Wedding Bouquet From My Wedding

Till Death Do Us Part from Etsystatic

Black Wedding Dress and Venue Pictures From Gothic 4 Weddings

 

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Open Back Wedding Dresses – Sexy or Skanky?

June 10, 2013 By Leave a Comment

Open Back Wedding Dresses

Open Back Wedding Dresses… Sexy or skanky? This has been a debate that has been around for many years. You may ask yourself, “What is considered skanky?” According to Websters Dictionary, skanky is “very unpleasant” and “sleazy”. Sexy, on the other hand, is “attractive and exciting”. Although showing a little skin can be elegant and sexy, a fine line distinguishes that from trashy and skanky. In this post we will look at a handful of open back wedding dresses and debate which is sexy and which is skanky, and small changes that can turn something from skanky to sexy.

Open Back Wedding Dresses – Verdict: SEXY

This dress shows just the right amount of skin while keeping it elegant. The lace on the shoulders and the top of the back leave a little up to the imagination but still screams “I’m sexy and I know it”. It cuts off at the right spot towards the bottom of the back, but not low enough to show any unwanted booty. The hair in a side bun also adds to the elegance of the dress.

Open Back Wedding Dresses – Verdict: SKANKY

We deem this dress skanky because it shows just a little too much skin and lacks any sort of modesty. This is the opposite of leaving something for the imagination. Not only can we see a lot of skin, but we can see every curve of the body. The dress goes a little bit lower down the back than it needs to and the straps are a little too thin. Easy solution to making this dress more elegant and sexy: Thicken the straps and add a little fabric above the behind. Doing this will keep the dress sexy but will make this dress a tad more tasteful.

Open Back Wedding Dresses – Verdict: SEXY

This just screams “sophistication”. The open shoulders and upper back are classy and elegant, while still making a statement. The beautiful pattern down the back adds a little sexiness but still leaves some room to wonder. The flow at the bottom of the dress works nicely with the tighter upper part around the hips and waist. Any groom would be proud to have his bride in a dress like this one!

Open Back Wedding Dresses – Verdict: SKANKY

This is a tough one. While the thick lacy straps are very elegant and sexy, the bottom of the back is where we run into some issues. The dress is very low in the back, almost exposing something that we would rather not see. Although the bow covers up any unwanted skin, you can still make out every curve of the body without leaving anything up to the imagination. Another easy fix: bring the bow up a few inches. It will still be very sexy with the open shoulders and upper back but will refine the beauty of the dress.

Open Back Wedding Dresses – Verdict: SEXY

This dress shows just the right amount of skin. The long sleeves adds elegance while the open back and shoulder blades screams sexy and sophisticated. Long sleeves is always a good choice to off balance an open back showing a lot of skin.

Open Back Wedding Dresses – Verdict: YOU DECIDE!

This last dress is open to interpretation. Our opinion? Could go either way! Although the upper back is very exposed, it doesn’t dip low enough to be considered completely skanky. The straps are very thin and the shoulders are very revealing, but the material of the dress leaves room for wonderment. This is a dress that, at the right time and place, could be great. On the other hand, worn to a more conservative wedding or in front of old family members… maybe not so much!

 

Open Back Wedding Dresses – Sexy Or Skanky? From First Class Weddings 

Lacy Back Dress with Purple Flowers From Bridaldressin

Open Back Thin Strap Dress From Watters

Open Shoulder Dress From Essensedesigns 

Open Back Bow Dress From Weddingsbylilly

Long Sleeve Open Back From Weddingpartyapp

Open Back Dress with Flower in Hair From Petzsa 

 

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Circus Weddings

June 8, 2013 By 1 Comment

CIRCUS WEDDINGS

What better way to have a TON of fun on your wedding day than to have circus themed weddings? A circus is commonly known as a traveling company of performers that typically includes clowns, acrobats, trained animals & other stunt-related artists. All of these acts are introduced by a ringmaster who is the most visible performer in the modern circus.

CIRCUS WEDDINGS – SEATING

A traditional circus performance is held in a ring, usually 42 feet in diameter, this dimension was adopted by a Philip Astley to be able to have a horse rider stand upright on a cantering horse to perform a series of acrobatic maneuvers. All of these acts take place inside of the tent also known as “The Big Top”. This size of ring allowed the acts, especially acrobatic acts, to easily retain their balance. A great way to arrange your seating would be to have tiered seating around the ring for the public, like an actual circus, for wedding guests.

CIRCUS WEDDINGS – RINGMASTER

The ringmaster is the most important because he manages the stage and the performances. The ringmaster can also be the owner & artistic director of the circus. How cute would it be to have the groom dressed as the ringmaster like the couple above did?? Love the red!

CIRCUS WEDDINGS – FLOWERS

Every color looks wonderful for circus weddings…however, red would be a wonderful main color to have. This color would match The Big Top tent, clown noses & ticket stubs. We love that these bridesmaids have similar bouquets to the bride’s bouquet but have more emphasis on the main color, red!

Love the red shoes on the bridesmaids! The light shades of blue & gray of the bridesmaid’s dresses mixes very well with the pops of red in their bouquets and shoes!

You can enter into a circus after the purchase of tickets! Ticket stubs are inexpensive to purchase in bulk for added detail. This table runner made of ticket stubs is brilliant! We LOVE it. Popcorn is another circus treat – this makes for great centerpieces & flower holders! Bright colors & circus music make everyone feel like a little kid again!

CIRCUS WEDDINGS – CAKE

Modern brides have been very creative with wedding cakes. A new trend that keeps popping up is having individual desserts instead of one huge cake! This way there is no time wasted having the cake taken away to be cut and served…now guests can serve themselves with bite-sized brownies or cupcakes! We love the use of ticket stubs on this cake!

Please share your circus wedding pictures & ideas with admin@firstclassweddings.com – we can’t wait to hear from you!

Circus Weddings from First Class Weddings

Tickets Sign from French Kiss the Bride

Wedding Program & Tent from Green Wedding Shoes

Short Wedding Gown & Bouquet from Style Me Pretty

Popcorn Flower & Coke Bottles from Green Wedding Shoes

Carousel Straws & Cake from Ruffled

Tissue Pom Poms & Brownie Cakes from Tara Swain

 

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Bohemian Weddings

June 7, 2013 By Leave a Comment

BOHEMIAN WEDDINGS

Being identified as “bohemian” has gone from being an outcast to uniquely different. From the colorful flowers to the distinctive ambiance, bohemian weddings are up and coming. The term bohemian in the past has been characterized by someone who is socially unconventional and especially interested in the arts. Over the years the term has turned into a funky and individualistic trait that is to be desired. The word bohemian, used in this sense, comes from the French “gypsy”.

BOHEMIAN WEDDINGS – THE GROOM

A bohemian groom is known for being slightly hipster; unconventional, if you will. Although his appearance may not be as unique as the bride, his charm brings a whole new element to the term bohemian.

BOHEMIAN WEDDINGS – CENTERPIECES

Bohemian’s love color. Color in everything from flowers to tablecloths to cakes. It brings happiness and uniqueness into anything and everything you want. Take the table setting below, for example. We see a green tablecloth with beautiful colorful flowers in the middle in a rustic setting. This will make for a wedding that will not easily be forgotten.

Colorful flowers, such as ranunculus, draw attention to the bride while offsetting her white dress, making her stand out and be memorable.

BOHEMIAN WEDDINGS – FLOWER GIRLS

Little girls can be bohemian too! This lovely flower girl is rocking the messy hair and fashionable forehead headband, making her stand out and adding an extra charm to an already unique wedding.

BOHEMIAN WEDDINGS – CAKES

Bohemian’s are known for being one with nature. Being unconventional and rustic makes the term bohemian what it is today. That being said, earthy cake themes are the perfect addition to your bohemian wedding. The cake above takes nature and turns it into something elegant and, again, memorable.

 

Bohemian Weddings by First Class Wedding 

Bohemian Bridesmaids and Centerpieces From Green Wedding Shoes

Table Setting From Style Me Pretty

Flowers From Style Me Pretty

Flower Girl From Flickr

Bride in Colorful Garland From Green Wedding Shoes

Man Holding Cake From Green Wedding Shoes

Groom Juggling From Milou and Olin Photography

 

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Nautical Wedding

June 6, 2013 By Leave a Comment

NAUTICAL WEDDING

Ahoy, Matey! Are you the type of bride who is “Naut-y”? A nautical wedding may be for you! The word nautical pertains to sailors, ships, or navigation through bodies of water… We want to set sail and float away on this love boat!

NAUTICAL WEDDING – TABLE DECOR

Sailors’ knots & wooden wheels create waves for the eyes to swim across. When we think of nautical weddings we think of very traditional reds, whites & blues… the deep red cherries add beautiful bold color to the neutral base of the table & are a delicious summer fruit!

NAUTICAL WEDDING

White hydrangeas are a great flower to include in a nautical wedding theme. They go well with colored ribbon such as blue & white striped ribbon which is very common with nautical themes.

NAUTICAL WEDDING – CAKES

The gold anchor, pops of red flowers & rope lining the cake make this dessert ship shape! This nautical wedding cake is made of fondant overlay and fondant blue & gold detailing.

NAUTICAL BRIDE

Lacy vintage wedding dresses flow very well with the nautical theme. These dresses look traditional & could be short or long depending on your venue or taste. Going along with the blue & white striped theme… the bride’s shoes are a great way to get those wonderful bold colors into the wedding attire…swipe on some red lipstick & you are ready for your first mate!

NAUTICAL WEDDING – BOUQUET

We have mentioned our love of non-floral bouquets before… but we LOVE this seashell bouquet! This type of bouquet goes wonderfully with the nautical wedding theme and is a memorable keepsake that will last for a lifetime. Tie this bouquet with a little striped ribbon & you are set!

NAUTICAL GROOM

The pinstriped groom’s attire & Sperry shoes are perfect for a nautical wedding. The red, white & blue tie with the starfish boutonniere compliment the bride’s bouquet & overall ambiance of the wedding. Men who boat are typically seen wearing boating shoes such as these & would be comfortable for all the groomsmen as well.

If you have any nautical wedding ideas of your own we would love to see them and chat! Send them to admin@firstclassweddings.com – We can’t wait to hear from you!

Nautical Wedding by First Class Weddings

Love Boat from Skinny Pumpkin Desserts

Nautical Place Settings from Wedding Chicks

Shoes from Style Me Pretty

Ahoy Bride from A Jubilee Event

Anchor Cake from Wedding Bells 

Starfish Bouquet from Somer Anne

Groom’s Lapel from A Stunning Affair

 

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Wedding Henna

June 3, 2013 By Leave a Comment

WEDDING HENNA

Mehndi, or henna, has had a long history in India…Most henna is centered around weddings. The night before the wedding is known as the “Night of Henna” when the bride’s hands & feet are decorated with elaborate designs. These designs consisted of florals & symbols signifying fertility. Relatives & friends of the bride gather at the bride’s house…when the henna is being applied the older women give the bride advice on married life.

INDIAN HENNA

Henna is a mixture of turmeric & other herbs which stains the top layer of the skin. The deep reddish brown color of the henna signifies deep love between husband & wife.

The night before the wedding, the groom’s name is hidden within the right palm of the bride & he must find it before he is even allowed to sleep on his wedding night! In some indian cultures, henna is also applied to the groom’s hands.

Once henna is applied to the skin it can last up to ten days. There are some Indian superstitions surrounding the longevity of henna on the bride’s hands. Supposedly, if the henna lasts longer on the bride’s hands than the groom’s hands, the bride will be treated very well at her in-laws home…this can mean that she isn’t expected to do chores & other such activities. That said, the bride’s mother often feels a sense of relief when her daughter visits her a few days after the wedding & the henna is still visible.

 

Henna on palms from Henna Designs

Henna Pictures from Maharani Weddings

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