10 Wedding Planning Tips and Tricks Every Bride Should Know Are you stressing out because of your upcoming wedding? Are you worried that people will compare your function with others they have attended before? Below are a few wedding planning tips to take the stress out of the wedding day. Focus on the big picture Remember what the goal of getting married is – … [Read more...]
All You Need To Know About the Shona Lobola Procedure!
The Shona Lobola Procedure! Lobola, also known as Roora or dowry, is an integral part of the Zimbabwe traditional wedding ceremony. It is viewed as an outward sign of love when a man saves up and gives his bride’s family gifts in recognition for giving him a beautiful woman to marry. The Shona Lobola procedure takes place in stages, as detailed below. Enjoy the read! A. … [Read more...]
Who Pays for What in a Wedding – 10 Mind-Blowing Facts.
Most couples prefer to pay for their weddings these days. There are however traditions surrounding payment of certain items in a wedding. Below are some interesting facts outlining who pays for what in a wedding. Wedding Ceremony Did you know that traditionally, the bride's family is supposed to pay for the entire ceremony? This obligation includes flowers, photos … [Read more...]
10 Crucial Things to Discuss With Your Parents before Your Wedding Day
Now that your wedding day is coming up, there are some important people that you cannot afford to leave out of the planning – your parents, who probably already have an idea of how they would like to be involved. The list below gives a hint of what to discuss with your parents. Finances In the past, parents of the bride and groom would contribute significantly … [Read more...]
8 Fantastic Tips for Choosing Your Wedding Color
Planning a wedding is quite an exciting experience for the couple. Top of the list of considerations is the wedding color, as the couple aims to leave a lasting impression in the guest's mind. How, then, do you choose the right colors for your wedding? Below are a few tips. Consider the wedding location. The wedding venue determines the color combinations that you … [Read more...]