Where to marry
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It has only been a custom for the past 400
years to have a Priest, Rabbi or other religious leader perform a wedding
ceremony. Before that, couples married themselves in their homes. In the past,
the priest's job would only be to publicly announcement the dowry. In 1563 the
Church of England declared marriage a sacrament and weddings were moved inside
the church beside an alter. In the late 1700's both a religious and civil
ceremony were needed in order to make a marriage official. Currently in the
United States, each state has control of marriages and dictates the
requirements. A civil marriage license must be obtained in order for a marriage
to be official and a religious ceremony is entirely optional.
Many people choose to marry in their place of worship (synagogues, churches, cathedrals, etc). Hilltops and cliff tops were ancient sacred places to marry. These locations offered gorgeous views. Our ancestors believed the earth met heaven in those places which made them sacred locations. A contemporary interpretation of these places is a skyscraper. Weddings are also held in hotels, restaurants, country clubs, function halls, homes, castles, mansions, gardens, and colleges. Sometimes the reception can even be held in the same place as the ceremony. Bridal shows can be helpful in finding a wedding location. If you are planning an outdoor wedding, have a backup site or rent a large tent in case of inclement weather. You may be able to rent tents, tables, chairs and portable dance floors from caterers. Another thing to rent is an archway. Archways provide a lovely photograph backdrop and a great focal point for weddings, especially outdoor weddings. By Nicole Mazzeo Wrapwithus wedding favors |