How to choose the right wedding accessories - all about wedding paraphernalia

Garter

An optional, but such a beautiful part of the wedding look! Don't you like the tradition of garter tossing? Here are some ideas on what you can replace it with!

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How to prepare wedding attributes yourself

Wedding items can be bought at any store. But such accessories are not original. To add a special touch to the event, it is recommended to do everything yourself.

Creating invitation cards

The first impression of the upcoming wedding will be based on what the guests receive as an invitation. It should reflect the theme and mood of the event.

To make wedding accessories in the form of cards yourself, you will need:

simple and curly scissors;
glue;
colored and white cardboard;
lace;
narrow and wide satin ribbons;
Printer;
hole puncher.

The manufacturing process is as follows.

The first step is to select the size of the postcard and print the selected text on white paper using a printer.
To make the text look beautiful, you will need curly scissors. Everything is cut out.
Use a hole punch to make a hole on the top edge. It will be needed to secure a bow made from a narrow ribbon.
An envelope is made from colored cardboard. It is folded in half. A small recess is made on one of the sides where the text will be inserted.
The edges of the envelope are glued together so that the figured paper can easily fit into it.
The lace is glued to the left side of the envelope.
Wide ribbons will be needed to make the bow. It is attached in the middle of the invitation envelope.

The invitation is ready. Its number should be equal to the number of expected guests.

Making a ring cushion

This item will remind you of a wonderful moment for a long time.

To make your own pillow, you will need:

a piece of cream-colored linen fabric;
filler in the form of padding polyester, holofiber or cotton wool;
wide lace;
satin ribbon 3 cm wide;
decorations in the form of brooches, flowers, bows, buttons;
scissors;
white and beige threads;
glue;
needle.

The ring pad is sewn as follows.

Cut 2 squares of the same size from linen fabric. They are sewn together right sides together using beige threads. This leaves a margin of about 4 cm.
The product is turned right side out and then stuffed with filler. The edge is carefully sewn up.
Wide double-sided lace is applied in the middle of the pad. It is attached with threads or glue.
A wide satin ribbon is attached to the center of the lace.
The center of the pad must be tightened with thread so that a depression is formed. Decorations are placed in this place.

This handmade pillow is easy to make.

Car decorations

One of the integral parts is a beautiful crew. The wedding procession is decorated with rings, bows, balls or figurines of the bride and groom. They can be bought or rented. But if you want to save a little money, you can make accessories yourself.

You can decorate cars with New Year's rain and tape. If the bride and groom love painting, then it is better to use stencils.

Small bouquets of flowers will help add some zest.

You can also create a joyful and cheerful mood inside the car. Satin ribbons of different widths will help with this.

Decoration of wedding glasses

The basis of wedding paraphernalia are glasses for newlyweds. In most cases, they are decorated by designers so that they match the outfits of the bride and groom, as well as the decorated hall. But if this option for young people seems expensive, then you can decorate the glasses yourself.

For this you will need:

satin ribbons;
lace;
glue;
paint for painting glass;
brooches, rhinestones or sequins.

The stem of the glass is wrapped with a satin ribbon of any width. The ends are secured with glue. A bow is tied at the place where the cup begins. The cup itself is covered with rhinestones, sequins, brooches or sparkles.

There is another method of decorating glasses - painting. Ideas can be varied. On the cup you can depict the bride and groom, flowers or wedding rings.

Handbags

Even the smallest bride’s handbag is not only a beautiful, but also a practical detail of the image. Put your phone, lipstick and wet wipes in it, and leave the rest of the important little things to the coordinator or bridesmaid.

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What is included in the list of wedding attributes?

The reunion of two loving hearts is considered an unusual ritual that came to us from ancient times. Every nation has traditions and customs. Under the influence of modern society, they have undergone some changes, but people still honor and adhere to them.

Most often, a young couple uses a classic wedding scenario. A celebration cannot be complete without wedding attributes. Therefore, a list of little things is compiled in advance. It is different for every couple. It all depends on the preferences and financial capabilities of the newlyweds.

The list of wedding details is as follows.

Will be needed for guests.

Invitations. When choosing invitations, special attention is paid to style and text. So that guests can understand how welcome they will be at the holiday, newlyweds are recommended to write a few words by hand. Invited guests do not particularly appreciate those postcards that are purchased in a store with standard text.
Wedding bonbonnieres. This kind of tradition came from ancient Rus'. The guests were thanked for coming to the celebration. As gratitude, they were treated to sweets and given souvenirs in the form of beautiful scarves. Nowadays, bonbonnieres are used. They resemble cute boxes or bags, inside of which there is something tasty in the form of chocolate, candy or nuts.
Children's boutonnieres. Needed if children will be present at the party.

If the bride ransom is carried out, then the following will be required:

Balloons;
posters for decorating entrance walls;
souvenir money;
props depending on the topic.

Cars are required to be decorated at a wedding. In this case you will need:

large rings;
holiday license plates for cars;
boutonnieres for door handles.

The newlyweds will also need wedding accessories in the form of:

wedding rings;
cushions for rings;
wedding towels;
little things for meeting and congratulating the newlyweds after leaving the registry office: rose petals, wheat grains or rice, confetti.

For a wedding walk you will also need the following attributes:

glasses for the young. First they will pour champagne into it, drink it and break the attribute for good luck;
little things for a photo shoot;
lock with key. They will place it on the bridge, and the key will be thrown into the water.

If the event is celebrated in a restaurant, then you need to prepare:

loaf, salt and towel. The newlyweds are greeted with them before entering. This type of tradition allows you to find out who will be in charge in the house;
wedding glasses and 2 bottles of champagne;
a bag or box for collecting money;
artificial bridal bouquet. He acts as a backup. The bride throws this bouquet to the invited ladies;
wish book and pen.

Don't forget about the cake. It can be of various sizes, and figures symbolizing the bride and groom are placed on its top.

What other accessories are needed for a wedding - wedding trifles

In fact, all wedding accessories are divided into mandatory and auxiliary .

However, without taking into account the little things, the whole holiday will turn into continuous observance of traditions and rituals, it will become boring and uninteresting

Just imagine the dance floor in the banquet hall, where the newlyweds are swimming in their first dance. Agree, smoke for a wedding accompanied by gentle music, subdued, soft light will add romanticism to this important moment.

And how attractive the pastries or cakes , which are decorated with wedding figurines or mastic figurines in the theme of the celebration. It would be great if the organizers provided for such little things as:

Wedding handkerchiefs of happiness for guests, bride and groom. These attributes can be ordered from needlewomen or embroidered yourself. A scarf for a wedding is necessary for those who can shed a tear and be moved by looking at the cloudless happiness of the newlyweds.
A family seal for a wedding or a wedding stamp are attributes that are not as necessary as hand-made wedding candles, but no less significant for the newlyweds themselves and everyone present. This category also includes a coat of arms for a wedding, which may depict the initials of the newlyweds, decorated with ornate monograms in the style of high society persons.

Wedding matryoshka

A wedding doll will fit perfectly into the ambiance of a celebration in the Old Russian style. You can buy a toy with a picture of a bride and several small baby dolls inside. This is a kind of wish for fertility to a young family.
Wedding mug in the form of two hearts connected in a fancy pattern. It can be used as a gift or winning souvenir for one of the competitions. Engraving in the form of the newlyweds' names is perfect for decoration.
Wedding soap , wedding magnets, butterflies or flowers using the kanzashi technique - all this can be used as a gift for each of the guests. By the way, you can order bows for wedding guests with the names of each of the guests. This is convenient for determining seating at a banquet table.

Swing for the bride
All this - bows, tarosiki, a sieve and chamomile for competitions and rituals, sparklers, a wedding tree - are minor, but extremely significant accessories for any celebration.

The bride should take care of her appearance in advance. After all, it will not be possible to restore the skin, smooth it, make it soft and velvety in one day

Therefore, a wedding face mask, which is offered by beauty salons, will help make the skin fresh and rested from signs of fatigue that have accumulated during preparation for the celebration.

Depending on what time of year the wedding is planned, you can choose winter, spring, summer and autumn wedding accessories . For example, snowflakes, silver, lots of sparkles and cold shades are considered symbols of winter. In spring, delicate colors of greenery and fresh flowers are appropriate. Summer and autumn abound in bright shades of red, yellow, and brown.

Wedding arch for outdoor ceremony

Wedding candles

At a wedding celebration, candles are used to light the family hearth. The set includes two candles, one of which is thick. It is she who symbolizes the hearth.

Candles are sold in specialized stores. They have a beautiful shape and are sometimes illuminated. You can choose a more economical option. Buy two regular candles. One of them is decorated by the bride. The creation of paraphernalia depends on the imagination of the young.

Decorating candles with your own hands

On the Internet you can find many ways to decorate candles. There are simple or complex options. You can simply decorate the candle with beautiful wrapping paper. Rhinestones, beads, and sparkles are used for decoration. Satin ribbons and candle paintings combine beautifully with each other.

Those who are into crafts might think of creating nautical themed candles.

Artificial flowers are suitable as decoration. When decorating, linen fabrics, burlap, coffee beans, fir cones, and dried berries are used. But don't forget about fire safety rules.

What the family home will look like is decided by the young people. When creating it, do not forget that this thing will keep warmth and love in the family for many years. Therefore, it must be unusual.

Wedding rings

The selection and purchase of wedding rings will require special attention. Today's newlyweds are offered a huge selection of both engagement and wedding rings. They can be made of gold of any color or platinum, encrusted with diamonds or decorated with engraving (which wedding rings to choose - read recommendations here ).

The combination of gold and platinum in one product looks original. There are options for paired rings for the bride and groom, made in the same style (see photos of beautiful paired rings with useful comments).

You can choose wedding jewelry from world-famous jewelry houses, or limit yourself to buying smooth wedding rings.

Traditional marriage involves the exchange of rings, which rest on a special cushion . Its design can vary from a red velvet pillow or a wooden chest with a backing to a fantasy composition in eco-style.

The materials in the Wedding Rings section will help you make your final choice →