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Almost every aspect of wedding planning has evolved over time. That’s why
the saying “the more things change, the more they stay the same” rings
true in wedding planning. Many wedding traditions and trends have changed along
with wedding fashions. Though wedding trends may come and go, many items like
reception favors and the use of calligraphy remain constants.
Calligraphy has long been a part of wedding invitations. The word “calligraphy” means
beautiful handwriting and includes a variety of writing styles. Even after it
became customary to order printed or engraved wedding invitations, calligraphy
was still used to address the invitation envelopes to add a special touch. Whether
you are planning a formal or informal wedding, using calligraphy to address your
invitation envelopes, and your reception placecards adds a touch of elegance.
Today’s bride has many choices when it comes
to calligraphy. Just as it seems that everything
else has gone high tech, the new trend in calligraphy
is computerized calligraphy. Just like traditional
calligraphy, computerized calligraphy services include
invitation envelopes, reception placecards and menu
cards. While each calligrapher may offer you a choice
of calligraphy styles, computerized calligraphy generally
offers a wider selection of fonts. Often, your wedding
invitation font can be matched to a computerized
calligraphy font. Another appeal of computerized
calligraphy is its affordability. Many brides are
opting for the computerized calligraphy not only
to save money, but because computerized calligraphy
orders usually can be completed in a shorter amount
of time. Also, brides realize that most guests discard
the invitation envelopes, keeping only the wedding
invitation itself as a keepsake. So the money you
save by using computerized calligraphy can be put
towards another part of your wedding budget.
It is still customary for the bride and groom to give their guests wedding
favors as a token of appreciation for sharing in the couple’s wedding
celebration. Usually, these favors incorporate candies, with almonds being
the traditional favorite. However, other types of candies are also being
used in wedding favors today to add a creative or whimsical flare. For example,
many couples in southern New Jersey prefer to use salt water taffies to add
a hint of the Jersey shore to their wedding, while candy corn is becoming
popular for fall weddings. One of the newest trends in favors is using wedding
conversation heart candies. These heart-shaped candies bear wedding related
messages such as “Kiss the bride”.
Whatever type of candy you choose, the wedding
favor’s presentation has also been updated.
Some couples still choose almonds wrapped in tulle
or lace, but candy favors can also be presented in
colorful cellowraps, personalized clay pots and stemware,
just to name a few new ideas. Another popular trend
is attaching the guest’s placecard to each
wedding favor, eliminating the need for a separate
placecard table at the reception. The room saved
by eliminating a placecard table can be used for
a larger cocktail or dance floor area, or making
room for additional guest tables. Whatever your taste
or budget, many traditional aspects of your wedding
can be updated to incorporate these
latest trends.
by Elaine Carroll of Elaine’s Creations
elainescreations@yahoo.com
Elaine’s Creations
Egg Harbor Township, NJ
(973) 926-0375
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