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Asian Wedding Tradition and Red Wedding Theme

A wedding color is often chosen for its significance and should not be taken too lightly. For instance, whenever a red wedding is mentioned, most people will associate it to an Asian wedding. This is especially so in Asia which includes countries like China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore and even Japan.

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Red is such an auspicious color which represents ‘luck’ for the Chinese and the old folks won’t be too happy if you don’t include some splashes of ‘red’ in an Asian wedding. In the past, the bride would need to be clad with red cheongsam or tea dress during the tea ceremony. This tradition has been washed down in today’s modernity and contemporary fashion style. Yet, there are many Asian families who still practice the use of red gown or dress in special ceremonies.

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But as mentioned in my earlier post, you don’t need to have an Asian wedding to use a red theme for your wedding. Infact, when cleverly used, you can incorporate the red color in many ways such as the tablecloth, candles, napkins, and other decorations. Usually, the bride will change into another gown during the wedding reception so you can pick a red dress for the occasion.

You may choose red wedding flowers for your decorations while mixing them with whites and greens. Otherwise, your bridesmaids may wear a dress with red as the signature shade. Most brides would still prefer to use white for wedding gown and not many would dare break this tradition. Be careful of the shades of white - cool white (slight blue) or warm white (off white). Some may look better in off white tones while others will look stunning in a cool white.

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As for your invites, red wedding invitations are rising in popularity so there are many styles to choose from if you are planning for a red wedding. Some white should be avoided on invitations as they tend to associate white with funeral, but this is not necessary so. White is still widely used for wedding decorations or bridal attie. Gold on deep red invitations can be elegant and classy. If you prefer a creative variation, tie a cream colored satin ribbon to add a touch of style to your wedding invitation cards.

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In Asian families, chinese couples honor their ancestors with a tea ceremony before the actual wedding reception. This is a beautiful ceremony that is meaningful. It is a time for the wedding couple to show respect to their elders particular their grand parents or parents for their kind upbringing over the years. Monetary gifts and jewelry are usually accompanied during the tea ceremony as the elders bless this beautiful union. For the Asian couple, red is not a color to be omitted whether or not it is a red wedding theme.

June 24, 2009 | Filed Under Asian Wedding, red wedding reception | Leave a Comment 

Ideas And Tips For Red Wedding Invitations

Red Wedding Invitations

Many couples like to hold their special ceremony during a holiday season. Your guests have already made the mood change into a festive one. The holiday season has always, throughout history, been the time that most weddings take place. The most common colors and themes are red. This would start with red wedding invitations. Use your best creativity to make stunning wedding Invitations to set the tone for the upcoming event.

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Your friends and family will be ready to enjoy the holiday theme that you have used to set the tone. Choose a main shade of red for the center theme and then use other shades to accent the display so it will be something that will never be forgotten.

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This will be a very elegant formal wedding. Also, try using bows and jackets on your invitations to set them apart from the norm and make them literally explode with personality the instant they are opened.

If you don’t want red to be the main theme, of your invitations then simply use other shades for different contrasts. The sky is the limit as to how many striking displays that you can create this way. In this situation you can ensure the display that you wish to acquire by using red ink lettering and some type of flower or bow. If you desire is an elegant red wedding invitation, you can accent them with red flowers and red stars and hearts.

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Ideas for a Red Theme Wedding -The priority is to choose the shade or hue of the roses that you will have as the main color. After that, simply order red flowers of any type in different shades to accent your display. Carnations are a nice touch as they come in many colors and are very easy on the wedding budget. However, they will provide beautiful color schemes for your wedding.

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In any wedding ensemble, you want to make sure and create a contrast of colors from light red hues to dark red hues. You will want to blend in red as well. If your wedding gown has a satin sash, be sure and weave some very nice red roses into the sash. It is normal to place roses in the bride’s bouquet. Your ceremony theme will start with the red wedding invitations that will set the overall mood for the wedding ceremony.

June 12, 2009 | Filed Under Red Wedding Tips, red wedding invitations | Leave a Comment 

Plan Your Red Wedding Reception Favors With Care

A wedding is a beautiful occasion and wedding reception favors are those small tokens that say so much. After the excitement of months of planning for your red wedding, the day has come and the fun can finally begin! Those lovely red wedding reception favors are waiting for your guests at their table setting, blending in with the wedding theme for the occasion. Therefore you want to choose your wedding reception favors carefully. They don’t have to be expensive but they should be a nice gift that is welcoming.

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Wedding reception favors are the couple’s token of appreciation towards their guests, and so what you chose should convey an important message. Whether large or small, expensive or more thrifty, special thoughts and efforts should be placed upon choosing the ideal wedding reception favor.

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If possible, your wedding reception favor on your red wedding should reflect the wedding theme and both of your style. Symbols of love such as heart-shaped gifts are often chosen as wedding reception favors for this reason, and cheap wedding favors can include simple items, including heart shaped boxes and candies, ribbons and even confetti.

Keeping your wedding reception favors simple also means that they don’t have to cost a fortune. With so many options online, it won’t be hard choosing one that fits the budget. Elegant stationery, candies and chocolate favors are popular reception favors and when decorated nicely on a reception table, they can look presentable, sophisticated and aesthetically pleasing.

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Months before the wedding, every bride will spend hours reading bridal magazines, and has seen a multitude of wedding decorations, centerpieces and beautiful table setting examples. Sometimes it’s not how much of money has been spent on the wedding reception favors but the thought and creativity with the arrangement.

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So excite your guests by choosing wedding reception favors that embody the happiness of your special day. Arrange your red wedding favors with style and care to send your guests the welcoming message that wedding reception favors were created to convey. Take time and choose your wedding reception favors to make a special day.

June 3, 2009 | Filed Under Plannng a Red Wedding, red wedding reception | Leave a Comment