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8 The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanvillc, Wednesday, Febmary 10,1993 Section Two Your wedding day: A day filled with magical moments Bridal elegance 1 \ New Nuptials for the '90s Z J " A formal wedding followed by a reception with family and friendsmay be the most traditional, but times change, and many couples are opting for personalized wedding celebrations. Today, people really are daring to be different: Two professional divers said "I do" while simultaneously performing performing backflip dives off of a diving platform, platform, and another couple was married in an air balloon. With imagination and inventiveness, your wedding can be more than a ceremony ceremony -- it can be an event! A wedding in New York City was held in May '92 where the bride and groom, both theatrical people, each sang the song of their choice to one another, and then sang a song together. If you don't have the talent, desire (or courage) to sing at your wedding, having a local church choir, or a nonreligious nonreligious choir or singing group perform perform at your wedding would add drama to the atmosphere. If you're totally against anything traditional, traditional, go all out and choose an outrageous outrageous color for the groom's tux and the bride's dress -- perhaps scarlet? However, if actually wearing a shocking color is too much, an exciting, exciting, bold color scheme for the wedding will still get your point across. Colors such as fuchsia, black, electric or royal blue, deep orange, and violet, are a far cry from the ever-popujar pastels. Themed weddings are growing in popularity. Even if you are American- born, with a little research on culture, g : you can have a cerexiony with foreign flair -- Native Arierican, African, Asian, Caribbean --'.or even a romantic romantic Victorian wedding. Some people findltraditional weddings weddings too predictable?Loosen up this, once-in-a-lifetime evint by having a' nightclub- or party-sty k reception with lots of loud music and canting. Or, if you want your yedding to be a formal, but not traditimal, occasion, your ceremony and reception can be an elegant and sophisticated llack-tie affair. Since most weddings qily last a day, it should be a day that yoir guests will never forget. So go all-oit and plan a day that's as close as possible to the ' wedding you have alwars dreamed about! fi BR933913 Practical Pointers for Wedding Plans The experts at Bride's magazine offer the following tips regarding the tricky task of reception seating: • When selecting a reception site, couples should ask how many tables are available, where they are positioned, and how many guests can fit at each. •Buffet-style receptions do not require formal seat assignments, but if the reception features a served meal, a seating chart and place cards help things run smoothly. Guests' names should be written, on both sides of place cards so those across the table can see and remember them once they've been introduced! • The bridal party is often seated with the best man at the bride's right. maid of honor at groom's lift, then the rest of the party at their sidls, alternating alternating men and women. I- • Parents, clergy member and other close relatives usually compise a fam-, ily table. A modem-day etiqiette note: Divorced parents should be sated sep-' arately, each hosting their owi table. \ • 'A , ' ÏR9339S9 THE '90s OFFER A VARIETY OF WEDDING GOWN OPTIONS for brides. Whether you decide to wear the increasingly popular fitted (or mermaid) gown or the traditional favorite, make this the most memorable day of your life. Remember, your wedding album will be filled with breathtaking pictures of you at your most beautiful, so choose a gown that not only looks nice, but also will fit the theme you have set for your wedding. Wedding Photography Specialists Packages to Suit Every Budget S T $OÛÛOO 74 Park Rd. S. 0°* ©< c Oshawa 434-7336 THOUGHTFUL GIFTS PLEASE NEWLYWEDS If you are stumped for a gift idea for the wedding couple, consider personalized personalized baskets that capture their future dreams. For instance, if the couple wants to build à house in the woods, a tool chest filled with an electric screwdriver, screwdriver, a book of houseplans and a subscription subscription card to a design magazine, shows you believe in their future together. If their plans include a trip to Europe, consider gathering the flavor of a particular country in a lovely basket. basket. If Paris is in their plans, a French cookbook, a map of Paris, a bottle of France's most popular liqueur, B&B Liqueur, and perhaps spices from the Provence region will start their plans off right. What's more, your gift will always be remembered. WB929570 When making your Wedding or Bridal Shower Plans ... 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