Wedding Reception Advice, Accessories and DecorationsThere are many details involved in planning your wedding ceremony and wedding reception. We hope to help you sort them all out by assembling this list of items of things you should consider during the planning process. Along with this list of things to consider, we offer advice on how to navigate through all of the options, so that you can make informed decisions.
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Butterfly Dance Floor Decal 
Mr. & Mrs. Dance Floor Decal 
Flourish Dance Floor Decal
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Beach Dance Floor Decal 
Elegance Dance Floor Decal 
Embracing Hearts Dance Floor Decal
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Lettered Rhinestone Crystal Cake Toppers
As seen in Modern Bride...
As seen in the most popular fashion magazines, these Lettered Swarovski Crystal Cake Toppers add style and beauty to your wedding cake. These jeweled cake toppers are crafted of sterling silver-plated metal and accented with genuine Swarovski crystals. Each shining letter has a scripted flair and is accented with sparkling stones.
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Wedding Music
The history behind wedding music...
A contemporary North American wedding ceremony, most often held in a church, uses music to announce and accompany a specific order of events, starting with the ritual seating of mothers and grandmothers by the ushers, followed by the entrance of the groomsmen and clergy, then the bridesmaids and lastly the bride. All these events are accompanied by their own individual musical pieces, selected beforehand in conjunction with the musician(s) hired to perform. In lieu of live players, recorded music can be substituted to fulfill these functions.
The ceremony generally begins with a prelude. The use of string quartets and harps have in modern times increased in popularity, sometimes replacing the customary organ. After the prelude, there is generally special music for the seating of the mothers and grandmothers. A popular selection is the Canon in D by Johann Pachelbel. Then the bridal party (bridesmaids) proceeds down the aisle, followed by the bride — often escorted by her father. They arrive at the church altar where the groom, groomsmen and priest are assembled. This bridal march is accompanied by a processional tune.
For over 100 years the most popular processional has been Wagner's Bridal Chorus from Lohengrin (1850), often called "Here Comes The Bride". This has been historically played by an organist. During the service there may be a few hymns, especially in liturgical settings. Optional solos and a short piece for the lighting of the Unity Candle may also occur. At the end of the service, the bride and groom march down the aisle to a lively recessional tune. The most popular tune being Mendelssohn's The Wedding March from A Midsummer Night's Dream (1826). The ceremony concludes with an instrumental postlude as the guests depart. In the US, the most common musical instruments used for ceremony music is either a piano/organ or a string quartet, but a harpist, woodwind quintet, or classical guitar is sometimes used.
After the ceremony, the guests adjourn to the reception, where a catered meal is served. During the meal, it is customary to have music playing in the background. After the meal, the dancing ensues. Most receptions offer a variety of dances. The couples first dance, followed by a dance for the bridal party, a father/daughter dance, and a mother/son dance. For the rest of the reception, the couple chooses a variety of songs to be played by either the band or the DJ. These songs are generally popular recorded songs at the time, but others are more traditional to the wedding recption.
So how do you decide what music to play for each part of the ceremony and reception? Do you want traditional or contemporary pieces? Sample the following to help you decide.
 Personalized Leaf Petals - $ 79.95 "You will ""fall in love"" with these personalized fall leaves. If you are having an autumn wedding, these silk leaves will add an elegant touch. Available in a variety of tones and colors and can be custom printed with two ilnes of text." |
 Monogrammed Hand Fans (Sets Of 50) - $ 67.50 "Monogrammed hand fans make wonderful wedding favors, bridal shower favors or tea party favors. Sold in sets of 50" |
 Present Cheese Cakes - $ 25.00 Our individual present cake favors are unique wedding favors and bridal shower favors. Impress your guests with this mouth watering dessert. For a special touch personalize it with a custom gift tag. |
 Wedding Coasters (Set Of 24) - $ 25.00 "Custom printed wedding coasters are personalized with the names, monogram and date of the wedding. Available in seven colors and six designs." |
 Mini Folding Beach Chairs (Set Of 8) - $ 24.00 "These miniature folding beach chairs are perfect for holding a place card or favor at your next beach themed party, oceanside event or tropical destination wedding. Personalized towel shaped stickers are optional." |
 Wire Snowflake Place Card Holders (Set Of 12) - $ 30.00 "Having a corporate party or holiday event? These snowflake place card holders will definitely create the mood. Each dainty snowflake has a sturdy metal clip attached to the back to hold your place cards, menu cards or photographs. It stands 5"" tall and is 2"" in diameter. Makes a beautiful winter accent for any table." |
 Engraved Glass Vase Centerpiece - $ 22.00 Fill these engraved square glass vases with your wedding flowers to make the perfect centerpieces. Can be engraved with a simple single initial or custom text for a special message. |
 Silver Fortune Cookie Place Card Holders (Set of 12) - $ 21.00 Silver plated fortune cookie shaped place card holders are popular place card holders for Asian or Chinese themed weddings and parties. |
 Wedding Cake Place Card Holders (Set of 12) - $ 21.00 "Silver wedding cake place card holders are unique and elegant, great for decorating the tables and holding guests' placecards." |
 Mini Champagne Bubble Bottles (Set Of 24) - $ 16.80 Nothing says it's time to celebrate like these champagne bubble bottles. Have your guests pop them open and have a little fun while you walk beneath a cloud of bubbles. |
 Heart Plantable Seed Place Cards (Set Of 12) - $ 16.50 "Share your love and watch it grow with these eco-friendly Heart Plantable Seed Place Cards. Also available in fall leaf, butterfly, starfish and cherry blossom designs." |
