A wedding is a tradition that knows no cultural boundaries. Although the concept of a wedding remains the same from culture to culture, the manner in which two individuals are united can be quite unique and enlightening. More and more of today's engaged couples seek a way to personalize their wedding by incorporating the customs and traditions of their respective heritage.
Ever get the feeling that planning a wedding means answering to some unseen wedding gods, who long ago decided everything that is "supposed to" be done on the big day? As you sort through the stack of supposed-to's, you might find yourself wondering: who decided all this stuff anyway?
Whether you're of Eastern European, African, Chinese, Japanese, Dutch, or Irish heritage, or a combination of many backgrounds, if you're looking to incorporate tradition into your wedding look, brides today have more options than ever before.
Cultural Customs and Traditions
Ever get the feeling that planning a wedding means answering to some unseen wedding gods, who long ago decided everything that is "supposed to" be done on the big day? As you sort through the stack of supposed-to's, you might find yourself wondering: who decided all this stuff anyway?
Whether you're of Eastern European, African, Chinese, Japanese, Dutch, or Irish heritage, or a combination of many backgrounds, if you're looking to incorporate tradition into your wedding look, brides today have more options than ever before.
A look at Jewish wedding customs and some of their meanings.
