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10 The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville. February 15,1984 Section Three Tradition with a twist: how to select a memorable wedding gift Times are changing, and so are brides and grooms. A growing number of first-time wedding couples are placing independence or a career before before marriage and are saying "I do" in their late 20s or early 30s. Likewise, the number of second marriages is growing. They accounted for over 30 percent of the record 2.4 million million weddings last year, according according to statistical surveys. These couples, and often each partner, have already established established a working home. They bring to their new home an ample supply of linens, kitchen utensils, cookware, The Hallmark A law was passed in 14th century England whereby a silversmith was obliged to leave a mark on all his wares identifying them as made by him. His personal mark was assigned assigned to him by the king. These marks were called hallmarks because all silver silver articles were assayed and marked at the London's London's Goldsmiths' Hall. appliances and tabletop items, the traditional shower or wedding wedding gifts. Shopping for the ideal gift for the present or future needs of this bride and groom can, therefore, be a confusing task. What does one buy the couple who together already own many household basics? Gorham, manufacturer of a vast array of silver, china, crystal and porcelain gift items, offers the bewildered gift-buyer a number of creative shopping tips and suggestions. Shop creatively First, look for versatile items that can be used in many different ways or that blend with almost any style of decor. Two such items are brass or decorative china accessories. One ideal shower gift is a brass shell-shaped dish, available available in two sizes, filled with unusual scented soaps for the bathroom. Versatile accessories Later, the dish can be used as a butter or preserve server, a paper clip or jewelry holder for the desktop or bureau or as an accent piece that blends with either colonial antique or ultra modern decor. Groom accessories Bridal gift-giving has always always included purchasing the couple's chosen china pattern. However, if the couple already already has a set of casual or formal china, give them an accessory accessory piece such as a serving bowl or platter in a decorative pattern that complements the existing china. Oriental patterns are currently currently very popular as are seasonal seasonal motifs such as the yule- tide Homecoming pattern by Gorham. Whether used as a serving dish or as the base for a holiday centerpiece, the complementary complementary accessory items will be welcomed gifts. Consider the couple's entertaining entertaining style. A silverplated wine cooler can add the final polish to a formal table setting. Choose one that is fairly plain in styling, such as the French Gadroon Newport cooler, to ensure that it will blend with almost any style of dinnerware. Enhance the romantic ambience ambience of those early months together by giving gifts appropriate appropriate for just the two of them: Silverplated cognac cups with engraved initials, china Irish coffee cups with silverplated holders or continental champagne champagne glasses. MEN'S ACCESSORIES MAKE WEDDING FASHION NEWS. And all the groom's men can share in the sartorial excitement. Left and center, white shirts with front stripes in pastel pink, coordinating with the diamond-shaped bow tie and cummerbund. Right, the same shirt, in white-on-white, worn with black tie, cummerbund and studs. We'd like to meet you! GAYLE WINDSOR DOUG JAMES at ELEANOR DAMANT James Insurance Broker Limited and find out what every newly-married couple should know about insurance. As you embark on a new life together, you'll find that it pays to have our staff as a friend of the family. Our full insurance facilities are at your service, to help you plan sound security ... from protecting your brand new possessions to setting up a sensible life insurance programme for each of you. Visit us soon and get acquainted ... get started right for a secure, happy marriage. Telephone 623-4406 24 King Street East -- Bowmanville To add character to the gift include a celebrated bottle of cognac or champagne or a recipe recipe for Irish coffee. Another way to make a wedding gift memorable is to present it in an unforgettable manner. A tall bell-shaped, Cher- rywood full-lead crystal vase may look beautiful displayed in a tissue-filled box, but imagine the dazzle of the vase filled with colorful and exotic fresh-cut flowers. Different approaches Have the vase filled with flowers and delivered to the bride the day before the wed- Silver and the Renaissance The flowering of the arts after the Dark Ages, in the period known as the Renaissance, Renaissance, saw, too, the emergence of silversmith- ing from the monasteries into the glorious beauty of works by Cellini in Italy and by others in France and England. Sadly, few of these Renaissance Renaissance silver masterpieces masterpieces remain. Many were melted down and used for money to finance the wars and ward off the depressions depressions that came later, t ding. Or, have it sent to the couple's new home upon return return from the honeymoon as a combination wedding/housewarming wedding/housewarming gift. Another approach is to invite invite the couple to a pre-wed ding party and serve drinks with congratulatory toasts from a crystal decanter with matching bar ware. 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