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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2011-03-03, Page 21THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, MARCH 3, 2011. PAGE 21. Ontario Wedding Commissioner Richard W. Harding Wedding Ceremony Specialist “For Your Special Day” P.O.Box 1632, Clinton, ON N0M 1L0 519-482-7477or519-525-0176 The beginnings of forever... Mary Robinson “Providing top quality life-like plants with friendly personal service” Home • Office • Giftware • Weddings Perth Line 86, #6672 4 miles west of ListowelTel:/Fax: 519-291-4183 Hours: Wed. - Fri. 10 am - 5:30 pmSat. 9 am - 4 pm e-mail: theplantmaster@hotmail.ca www.theplantmaster.ca Sharon Johnston H a rpis t Specializing in the Harp Piano, Flute, Violin or Vocalscan be arranged 519-524-1865 Goderich e-mail wsjohnston@hurontel.on.ca www.sharonjohnstonharp.com 2011 Bridal Parade Continued from page 13 shirt sleeve length is important (the cuffs should extend past the jacket a little bit), as well as the fit of the shirt collar. You want to be comfortable the entire duration of your wedding. Tuxedo jackets come in many styles, with the basics being single- or double-breasted. Double-breasted jackets may add a little bulk, which should be avoided by heavy men or those who are very slim. Jackets also come in different lengths. Choose one that is proportionate to your height so your body does not look overwhelmed by the jacket. Here are a few of the styles: • Cutaway jacket: This jacket is shorter in the front and tapers to one longer tail in the back. It is traditionally a formal daytime jacket. • Traditional tuxedo jacket: As mentioned, this can be single or double-breasted and feature varied numbers of button closures. The lapels may also be varied. A peaked lapel forms a “V” at the collar and points upward. A notched lapel has an indentation at the collar in the shape of a triangle. A shawl lapel has no indentation and smoothly curves around the neck. • Mandarin jacket:Mandarin- style jackets do not have a lapel but a collar that stands straight up. There are six buttons along the front. It is worn with a mandarin-style shirt without a tie. • Long coat: The long coat is best worn by tall, broad-shouldered men and is traditional in colder weather. The coat extends beyond the fingertips of the wearer. • Dinner jacket: This is a variation on the regular tuxedo jacket, but it is usually ivory or white in color. This can set the groom apart from other members of the wedding party. Many grooms-to-be opt to rent their tuxedo instead of purchasing one. Wedding experts recommend renting the attire three months before the wedding. All groomsmen should rent their tuxedos from the same shop for a uniform look. It is also customary to co-ordinate the tuxedos with the gowns bridesmaids will be wearing. One way to do so is with a similar coloured tie, vest or cummerbund. Take a colour swatch of one of the bridesmaids' gowns with you to the tuxedo store for assistance with matching the look. Pick up the tuxedo a day or two before the wedding and try on every piece, including the shoes, to check for fit. This way you have time for an exchange if something is not right or to pick up a missing tie or cufflink, which is apt to happen. Rented tuxedos usually need to be returned the day after the wedding or the next business day. Elect a member of the wedding party to handle tuxedo returns because you’re likely to be on your honeymoon at this point. Tuxedo styles vary from traditional to Mandarin Bridesmaids, ushers may have special responsibilities Continued from page 14 should stand immediately after the groom in the receiving line. • Best Man:Commonly the groom’s best friend, relative or not, the best man is in charge of instructing the ushers and co- ordinating the groom’s transportation to the ceremony. He usually holds the rings until the ceremony and will also sign the marriage certificate as a legal witness. At the reception, he holds a place of honour, escorting the maid of honour in the receiving line and in all other wedding party activities. He’s also the toastmaster, offering the first toast to the couple. •Bridesmaids and Ushers: Typically friends or relatives of the bride, bridesmaids may be asked to co-ordinate special details during the ceremony preparations or at the reception, and assist the bride and the maid of honour. Ushers (sometimes also known as groomsmen) should be prepared for an early arrival at the ceremony to escort female guests to their seats. During the ceremony, they will escort the bridesmaids down the aisle. They may also be asked to co- ordinate the guests’ trip from the ceremony to the reception as well as assist the groom and the best man. • Flower Girl and Ring Bearer: The flower girl carries a basket of flower petals to sprinkle down the aisle, or flowers to be passed out to the women seated near the aisle. The ring bearer may either escort the flower girl down the aisle, or follow her, with the rings on a pillow. •Father of the Bride: His most conspicuous duty is giving away the bride at the ceremony. He might also fulfill numerous roles, such as co- ordinating transportation, dancing and toasting. Traditionally, he and the mother of the bride have paid for the wedding and reception but today it is common for expenses to be shared by both families along with the bride and groom themselves.will be wearing. One way to do so is with a similar coloured tie, vest or cummerbund. Take a colour swatch of one of the bridesmaids' gowns with you to the tuxedo store for assistance with matching the look. Pick up the tuxedo a day or two before the wedding and try on every piece, including the shoes, to check for fit. This way you have time for an exchange if something is not right or to pick up a missing tie or cufflink, which is apt to happen. Rented tuxedos usually need to be returned the day after the wedding or the next business day. Elect a member of the wedding party to handle tuxedo returns. 294A Josephine St., Wingham, Ontario N0G 2W0 For an appointment call: Crystal Devlin 519-357-2211 House calls available Specializing in: ❣ manicures ❣ pedicures ❣ gel & acrylic nails Crystal’s Aesthetics ❣ lash & brow tinting ❣ full & part body waxing ❣ makeup application & lessons Groomsman job doesn’t end at altar or pews. • Stand near the groom during the ceremony. • Serve as escorts for the bridesmaids at the ceremony. • Cater to anyone’s needs and mingle with the guests afterward. Party Time • Ensure that the groom does not get too intoxicated. • Sit at the table of honour beside the rest of the bridal party. • Mingle with the guests. • Participate in all photos if asked. • Dance with their bridesmaid counterpart. • Help load the wedding gifts into the car afterward. Continued from page 18 Weddings going green, socially aware Continued from page 19 will be reduced. 2. Home is where the heart is. Keeping weddings close to home is helpful. Those with big backyards or a park nearby can host the event at home or in a nearby park and reduce dependence on large reception halls that use up large amounts of energy to operate. 3. Shop for floral alternatives. Flowers would seem “green” in themselves. However, many blooms available at florist shops are grown in hothouses with the use of pesticides and chemical fertilizers, something that is not very good for the environment at all. Brides opting for something more eco-conscious could consider alternative options, such as bouquets made of sustainable succulent plants and centrepieces full of organic fruits and wildflowers. 4. Choose an open registry. Instead of fine china that may never be used, many couples are opting for open registries that enable guests to gift everything from eco-friendly housewares to charitable donations to cash for downpayments on a home. 5. Opt for mixed seating arrangements.Instead of formal escort cards indicating firm seating arrangements, couples are saving paper by allowing guests to choose their own seats from mix-matched options, such as long, communal benches and comfy sofas. 6. Go with something old. Recycled gowns and gently used items are good alternatives for eco- conscious brides. 7. Skip the paper.Though etiquette experts frown on abandoning paper invitations for electronic ones, many couples are doing just that. For those who still prefer paper, print invitations on recycled paper. 8. Go small scale. Instead of inviting every last cousin and distant uncle, couples are opting for more intimate affairs, including only the people they are closest to. 9. Trim some of the wedding day fat.Some couples opt for an all- you-can-eat buffet and then a subsequent dessert bar later on in the evening. Stuffed guests may end up wasting more food than eating it. Instead of all-you-can-eat, go for a more traditional meal. 10. Choose a charitable party favour. Instead of a party favour that collects dust on a shelf, couples are choosing to gift with organic products or a donation to a charitable organization in the guests’ names.