Wedding Traditions and beliefs-Repost: Marriage Folklore and Superstitions

There are a ton of traditions surrounding weddings. Here are a few lesser known facts that I find interesting. 


• The opulent white wedding gown that is worn only once started with Hollywood-influenced weddings in the 1940's.

• The diamond engagement ring is a result of the De Beers ad campaign- "A Diamond is Forever". 

• The tiered wedding cake, however, is a descendent of a very old tradition!  Originally, the guests brought small cakes and put them in a pile at the wedding! This community-based custom evolved into the tiered wedding cake.  More recently, we've seen a departure from tiered cakes to more sculpted cakes!  A far cry from the heap-o-cake baked by everyone in town!


Familiarity with traditions and their histories can help create a more meaningful  celebration that resonates with your values.  I'm not saying you should or shouldn't follow any specific wedding custom. I am saying that if you are familiar with the origins of the traditions you choose to incorporate, they impart meaning that will personalize your celebration and make it even more memorable. 

Here's a list of some other wedding superstitions and beliefs for you to peruse. Enjoy!

Marriage Folklore and Superstitions: Explore Lesser Known Wedding Beliefs

Photographer Spotlight: Mandie Haberman of Red Gecko Studio

I’ve you’ve been following the buzz about Kelly and Mike’s Green Wedding, then you’re already familiar with Mandie and Red Gecko Studio!  If not, you should definitely check it out. Mandie’s photographs are beautiful and capture the beautiful real moments during the wedding day. Not only that, she writes one of the better blogs I've seen. She showcases each beautiful wedding she does with each couple's story. Reading it, you get a real sense of her affection for each couple she works with.

This is what she says about being a wedding photographer, “It is an amazing honor to be a part of some of the most beautiful weddings in Wisconsin. I love the details, the dresses, the shoes, the flowers, the smiles, the hugs, the tears, the dances, and especially the unexpected surprises that make each wedding day unique.” 

Her style is a blend of photojournalism and Artistic.  She specializes in relaxed portraiture and artistic, unique documentation of the wedding day. She loves capturing the little moments and large and small details that bring life to the memories after the day!

As far as her eco-friendly practices go, she works from her home office which saves a lot of resources in transportation and maintaining an office. She also does all her proofing and ordering online which saves a lot of paper and a lot of trees. Finally, for the eco-beautiful bride, she has access to eco-friendly albums, prints, canvasses, and more!

 

Here are some specs.

Website: http://www.redgeckostudio.com

Phone: 608-669-1268

E-mail: mandie@redgeckostudio.com

Address 5507 Quarry Hill Dr, Fitchburg, WI, 53711

Style: Relaxed Portraiture: Artistic blended with Photojournalism

Green Practices: She utilizes technology for on-line marketing, and photo editing- less printing and paper waste,  eco-friendly album options & home based business.

Price: Wedding packages start at $2800

Professional associations: Professional Photographers of America

Education: BS in Art from University of Wisconsin-Madison

Photographer Spotlight: Amy Lynn Schereck

While I was interviewing Amy Lynn Schereck, what impressed me most (aside from the beautiful images she creates for her clients) was her innate goodness. At the end, you can check out her list of charitable causes under “Specs”- but first, let’s talk about her photography…

One of the things she excels at is efficiently getting really good group shots. Even if your focus isn’t the group pictures with all the different family members, most people still want them, and Amy does them beautifully and efficiently! Beyond that, it’s all about the people at the party and the beautiful little details. She considers her style to be a combination of traditional and editorial.

When asked what people should look for in a wedding photographer, she didn’t hesitate.  “Chemistry,” she said, “I’m telling your story- If we don’t get along you won’t want me there!” Though with her calm warmth, I have a difficult time imagining the person who wouldn’t get along with her!

 

 “One of my favorite things [about being a wedding photographer] is when I’m editing photos, and I realize I’ve been smiling for the last ten minutes- remembering the special moments in the wedding.” She clearly relishes the relationships she develops with brides and grooms as she participates in their weddings. Click here to read glowing testimonials from former clients.

In addition to doing gorgeous wedding photography, Amy also donates a significant portion of her time and talent to charity. She regularly spends time with her “little sister” from the Big Brothers/Big Sisters program. She also photographs strays for the humane society- so they’ll have a better chance of getting adopted! See the list of charitable causes below to see the many ways she does good in the world using her photographic talent.

Overall, Amy Lynn Schereck is an excellent photographer whose strengths include beautiful wedding photography, an incredibly warm personality and strength of character to do good in the world.  What a great combination!

Here are some specs:

Website: http://www.amylynnschereck.com

Phone: (608) 239-1137

E-mail: amy@amylynnschereck.com

Style: Traditional combined with Editorial

Charitable Causes: Dane County Humane Society, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Association of Fundraising Professionals, Forward Community Investments, Gilda’s Club- Madison, Go Red for Women ~ Madison Chapter, Great Strides Walk for Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Project Home ~ Wisconsin

Price: Wedding packages start at $1625

Experience & Education: Hobby photographer since 1979, 2^nd place in State Journal Photography contest 2001, Professional Photographer degree MATC 2004, In business as a professional photographer since 2004
Location: Anywhere! Local- National- Destination

Repoast: Offbeat Bride | 15 ways to throw an *affordable* eco-friendly wedding

I know there are a ton of ways to be eco-friendly with your celebration, and it does all depend on your personal values and your sensibilities.  Here is some pretty down-to-Earth advice by Offbeat Bride about being eco-friendly without breaking the bank!- Enjoy!


Offbeat Bride | 15 ways to throw an *affordable* eco-friendly wedding

15 ways to throw an *affordable* eco-friendly wedding

FEATURES By OFFBEAT MEGAN on MARCH 24, 2010 23
TAGS: ECO WEDDING


Click the link above to read their fabulous article!