weddings
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Planning The Perfect Festive Proposal
According to statistics, there are twice as many December proposals in the US compared to any other month. The combination of festive lights, family gatherings, and cozy settings creates a romantic backdrop, perfect for making a lifelong commitment. If you’re planning to propose during the holidays, here’s how to plan the perfect festive moment. Photo by Pavel Danilyuk: https://www.pexels.com/photo/a-man-proposing-to-a-woman-6550338/ Choosing the holiday moment A classic romantic gesture is proposing under the mistletoe as this combines tradition with intimacy. And as mistletoe is an established symbol of affection, what better place to ask the big question? Proposing at midnight on New Year’s Eve is an exciting way to start your next…
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Sourcing vintage and antique jewellery
When it comes to sparkly things, I am a bit of a magpie. I love jewellery, whether it be the costume and paste variety, or the real thing. But one thing unites all my favourite pieces of jewellery – it is vintage and antique pieces that I love the most. I love the idea that something so beautiful may also have a provenance, a story behind it, that it may have been super special to the person who first owned it. I wear my nan’s gold and diamond engagement ring every single day, knowing that it replaced a ration era thin band of gold and so was much loved and…
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Australian Wedding Trends For Modern Couples
Many people think weddings are all about tradition, but every year thousands of couples in Australia manage to incorporate new styles, decorations, and themes into their big day. Weddings today are celebrated in myriad different ways, and their diversity reflects that of the country itself. Every modern wedding combines three things: the traditional, the unique, and the trendy. No wedding ceremony would be complete without some traditional elements, such as vows. Couples also want to express something about themselves on the day, so they include things that are special to them too. However, weddings are also influenced by the time and place where they happen. There are trends in everything…